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2319 videos

DIY Monster Eyeball Prototypes - Help Me Choose!

DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Monster Eyeball Prototypes - Help Me Choose!

The creator showcases multiple handcrafted eyeball prototypes made during quarantine, exploring different approaches to achieve the best result for an upcoming latex mask project. Viewers are invited to weigh in and help select which prototype design moves forward to full production. A separate dedicated eyeball tutorial is referenced for those wanting step-by-step guidance. The video serves as both a creative preview and a community engagement piece.

Monster Tutorials· 9,569 views

latch mechanism

DIY PropsIntermediate

latch mechanism

This short follow-up clip from StiltbeastStudios focuses on the latch mechanism used in a previously shown drop window prop. The video breaks down how the latch functions as a key component of the drop window's release system. At just one minute, it serves as a focused companion piece for builders already familiar with the base build.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,551 views

spirit buy

spirit buy

StiltbeastStudios shares a haul of Spirit Halloween purchases, explaining their personal buying philosophy: skip the big-ticket items and focus on small pieces that save time or serve as strong starting points for custom builds. A highlight of the video is the plan to acquire Spirit's Cerberus animatronic specifically to harvest its heads as bases for original monster head sculpts. The creator offers a practical, experienced perspective on how professional haunters can extract real value from mass-market Halloween retail.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,529 views

Star Wars Electro Binoculars & Case

DIY PropsIntermediate

Star Wars Electro Binoculars & Case

VanOaksProps takes on Luke Skywalker's electrobinoculars from The Empire Strikes Back, building a screen-accurate replica from a 3D-printed model with LED accents, detailed paintwork, and weathering. As a bonus, a custom fabric-lined flight case inspired by Disney's Galaxy's Edge is also constructed to house the finished prop. This entry in the creator's casual 'Let's Make' series focuses on personal passion builds rather than step-by-step instruction. The result is a polished Star Wars replica that bridges DIY prop-making and theme-park fandom.

VanOaksProps· 9,528 views

Make your own Sculpting tools

DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $20 for 20+ tools

Make your own Sculpting tools

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to fabricate a large set of professional-quality sculpting loop tools and rakes using everyday inexpensive materials. By repurposing wire whisk tines and coping saw blades bonded with steel epoxy putty, builders can produce more than twenty tools for a fraction of the cost of buying them individually. The resulting tools are suitable for both clay and paper mache sculpting in prop and mask making contexts.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,525 views

Molding A Half Mask In Ultracal

DIY PropsAdvanced

Molding A Half Mask In Ultracal

This lengthy studio tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the full process of molding a half mask using Ultracal, a professional-grade gypsum cement favored in creature and prop shops. The video is presented by Allen Hopps, a well-known figure in the haunted attraction industry, lending a professional perspective to each step. At over two hours, it provides an in-depth look at the mold-making workflow suitable for producing wearable Halloween masks. The result is a durable mold ready for pulling finished mask pieces for haunted house or costume use.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,524 views

Distortions Unlimited is live painting Monsters!

Distortions Unlimited is live painting Monsters!

In this live session, the team at Distortions Unlimited paints monster props on camera, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how their creatures get their finished look. Viewers can watch the painting process unfold in real time and follow along with the studio's creative approach. The stream also invites audiences to join the channel for additional member perks.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,520 views

Pneumatic Can Crusher Kit

PneumaticsIntermediate

Pneumatic Can Crusher Kit

FrightProps showcases a pneumatic conversion kit designed to automate a standard can crusher using air-powered actuation. The kit is built to be compatible with most common can crusher models, making it a accessible upgrade for haunt builders looking to add a mechanical scare element. This short promotional clip points viewers to the FrightProps store for purchasing the kit.

FrightProps· 9,519 views

Worlds easiest organ props

DIY PropsBeginner

Worlds easiest organ props

Stiltbeast Studios presents a quick one-minute tutorial on creating organ props with minimal effort. The short runtime suggests a fast, accessible technique that even beginners can replicate. It appears to be an on-the-fly mobile upload, so production detail is limited, but the core promise is a simple path to convincing body-part props.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,443 views

LET'S MAKE: #StarWars Fusion Furnace/Fusion Generator - Smart Lamp Hack!

DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80 (estimated based on lamp, filament, paints)

LET'S MAKE: #StarWars Fusion Furnace/Fusion Generator - Smart Lamp Hack!

VanOaksProps walks through a casual, build-along episode of crafting a Star Wars-inspired fusion furnace/generator prop by combining a 3D-printed shell with an off-the-shelf smart LED lamp. The build is credited to a fellow maker whose lamp-hack concept inspired the project. Painting and weathering techniques give the finished piece a worn, screen-adjacent look suitable for display in any Star Wars fan space.

VanOaksProps· 9,418 views

Star Wars Wall Panels: Creating Epic Decor from Old Electronics!

DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly (uses salvaged materials)

Star Wars Wall Panels: Creating Epic Decor from Old Electronics!

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building Star Wars-inspired wall panels by repurposing discarded electronics and tech parts into sci-fi greeble-style décor. The project is framed as accessible and low-cost, leaning on creative assemblage rather than specialized skills. A series of spray paints — including matte black, granite grey, rust primer, and silver acrylic — are used to unify the salvaged components into a cohesive, cinematic aesthetic. The finished panels suit a home haunt, themed room, gaming space, or event set dressing.

VanOaksProps· 9,409 views

Krampus part 2 hands.wmv

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Krampus part 2 hands.wmv

In part two of StiltbeastStudios' Krampus suit build series, the focus shifts to crafting the character's iconic hands. The video walks through a straightforward technique for constructing fur-covered gloves with claws, applicable to Krampus, werewolf, or any hairy creature costume. The approach is presented as accessible enough for costume builders at various skill levels.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,401 views

Roswell Alien Design by Jordu & Distortions | Making Monsters Behind the Scenes

Professional Haunted Attractions

Roswell Alien Design by Jordu & Distortions | Making Monsters Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes clip follows Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited as they visit acclaimed sculptor Jordu Schell's studio to check on the progress of a custom Roswell Alien prop commissioned for the Roswell UFO Museum. The footage was captured during production of the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. It offers a rare glimpse into the collaborative professional prop-design process between two heavyweight names in the creature and Halloween industry.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,368 views

Quick & Easy Custom Halloween Finials

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

Quick & Easy Custom Halloween Finials

VanOaksProps walks through a fast, budget-friendly method for crafting custom decorative finials from 5mm EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The build relies on accessible tools — a heat gun, X-Acto knife, and contact cement — to cut, shape, and bond the foam into polished architectural accents. A multi-step paint finish gives the finished pieces a convincing aged or metallic look. The free template download makes replication straightforward even for first-time foam builders.

VanOaksProps· 9,366 views

Teeter-Totter or See-Saw Mechanism

DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Teeter-Totter or See-Saw Mechanism

FrightProps showcases a teeter-totter or see-saw mechanism designed to bring Halloween props to life with a rocking, tipping motion. It can be paired with a foam gravestone for a tipping tombstone effect or fitted with a board and two lightweight figures for a classic see-saw display. The mechanism offers a simple, versatile foundation for graveyard-themed animated scenes.

FrightProps· 9,364 views

Prop Culture Builds Marathon

DIY PropsIntermediate

Prop Culture Builds Marathon

This marathon compilation from VanOaksProps walks through the construction of six iconic movie props, including the Goonies Copper Bones, the Indiana Jones Holy Grail, Ghostbusters Ecto Goggles, Jack Torrance's axe from The Shining, Doc Brown's binoculars from Back to the Future Part II, and HAL9000 from 2001: A Space Odyssey. Each build showcases practical fabrication techniques including 3D printing, painting, weathering, and finishing aimed at achieving screen-accurate results. The format is a compiled deep-dive suited for makers at multiple skill levels looking to tackle cinematic replicas from scratch.

VanOaksProps· 9,359 views

Peeking Skeleton Motorized Halloween Mech - How To Video

DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Peeking Skeleton Motorized Halloween Mech - How To Video

FrightProps walks through the assembly and operation of their motorized peeking skeleton mechanism, demonstrating how it creates a repeating pop-up or peek motion for Halloween displays. The video covers the key steps needed to get the electric mech up and running as a finished prop or integrated into a larger haunt scene. At roughly 13 minutes, it provides enough detail for intermediate builders to follow along confidently.

FrightProps· 9,356 views

Aliens USCM Cosplay Test Fit - Colonial Marines Armor #colonialmarines #alienromulus #cosplayarmor

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Aliens USCM Cosplay Test Fit - Colonial Marines Armor #colonialmarines #alienromulus #cosplayarmor

SKS Props showcases a test fit of a hand-crafted USCM Colonial Marines armor set from the Aliens franchise, built entirely from EVA foam. The lightweight foam construction allows for comfortable wear and excellent paint adhesion, making it a practical choice for cosplay. Free PDF templates for the chest piece are available via the creator's website, letting viewers follow along and build their own set.

SKS Props· 9,341 views

Using a Triggerable Digital Video Player to Create a Halloween Prop Effect

Projection EffectsIntermediate

Using a Triggerable Digital Video Player to Create a Halloween Prop Effect

This video from FrightProps showcases their HD Seamless Looping Triggerable Digital Video Player, demonstrating how it can be used to create compelling Halloween prop effects. The device allows a video loop to play continuously in idle mode and then switch to a triggered scare sequence on cue, creating a polished, interactive experience. It is designed to integrate smoothly into existing Halloween props and haunt setups.

FrightProps· 9,334 views

Sugar Skull - Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos Skull Tutorial

DIY PropsBeginner

Sugar Skull - Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos Skull Tutorial

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through transforming a plain skull prop into a vibrant Dia de los Muertos sugar skull decoration. The project is presented as an accessible DIY with a high visual payoff, making it suitable for Halloween haunters and Day of the Dead enthusiasts alike. A brief preview of an upcoming creepy hand tutorial is also included at the end.

Monster Tutorials· 9,325 views

Airbrushing fur for masks and costumes

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Airbrushing fur for masks and costumes

Stiltbeast Studios walks through airbrushing techniques specifically applied to fur for masks and costumes, with a focus on achieving realistic creature effects. The tutorial demonstrates how strategic color application can bring depth and life to werewolf-style masks and wearable props. This is a practical, skill-focused session from an experienced haunted attraction builder.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,321 views

Sculpting and Molding Our Mutant Baby Prop at Distortions Unlimited

Sculpting and Molding Our Mutant Baby Prop at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes video from Distortions Unlimited follows sculptor Tom Cassidy as he completes a Mutant Baby clay sculpture, after which Ed Edmunds prepares the piece for a two-piece mold build. Viewers get an authentic look at the professional prop-making pipeline inside one of the industry's most established Halloween prop studios. The video also captures day-to-day studio life, including ongoing production of various props and animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,320 views

EVA foam horns

DIY PropsBeginner

EVA foam horns

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of crafting horns from EVA foam, covering pattern creation and shaping techniques suitable for a wide variety of Halloween and cosplay costumes. A highlight of the tutorial is the creator's signature coating method, which finishes and seals the foam for a polished, durable result. The approachable format makes this a solid starting point for anyone new to foam fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,315 views

Gremlin Monster Sculpting DIY Tutorial | Monster Lab Shorts

DIY PropsIntermediate

Gremlin Monster Sculpting DIY Tutorial | Monster Lab Shorts

Ed Edmunds, founder of the legendary Halloween prop and animatronics company Distortions Unlimited, demonstrates gremlin monster sculpting in this short-form clip from the Monster Lab instructional series. The video offers a condensed glimpse into professional-level creature sculpting techniques developed over decades in the industry. It serves as a teaser for the full-length Monster Lab tutorials available on the channel, which cover the complete mask-making pipeline from sculpt to finished prop.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,300 views