Halloween Universe

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Maker Culture

Videos built around the maker culture theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

22 videos

DIY Arduino LED Skull Shop Sensor
9:09
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

DIY Arduino LED Skull Shop Sensor

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a decorative Arduino-powered humidity and temperature monitor housed in a handcrafted walnut dovetail enclosure topped with a 3D-printed skull logo. The project combines beginner-friendly electronics — an Arduino Uno, DHT22 sensor, NeoPixel ring, and small LCD display — with intermediate woodworking and 3D printing skills. LED lighting through a frosted acrylic diffuser gives the finished piece a striking shop-display aesthetic. Code and schematics are available on the Arduino Project Hub.

Wicked Makers· 60,114 views
Lord of the Rings: How "Knowing Nothing" Won Oscars
13:02
Other

Lord of the Rings: How "Knowing Nothing" Won Oscars

In this interview recorded at MegaCon Orlando, the Creative Geekery channel sits down with Weta Workshop luminaries Sir Richard Taylor, Tania Rodger, and Daniel Falconer to explore the philosophy behind one of Hollywood's most celebrated practical effects studios. The trio reflects on how Weta grew from humble bedroom builds to Oscar-winning productions, crediting a willingness to dive in without a roadmap as a core driver of their success. Key topics include how Weta evaluates creative talent, the importance of weathering and contextual storytelling in prop work, and why embracing failure is essential to any maker's growth. The conversation serves as an inspirational masterclass for anyone hesitant to start a creative project.

Creative Geekery· 28,401 views
Make Something Just For Fun Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay
0:37
Costume Tutorials

Make Something Just For Fun Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay

This short-form video showcases a hand-stitched leather pouch crafted as an accessory for a Warhammer 40K Cadian armor cosplay build. The creator shares a candid, reflective take on the leatherworking process, noting it was their first leather project. A full multi-part Cadian build series is available on the channel, along with free foam templates and STL files for those wanting to recreate the armor.

SKS Props· 9,769 views
I Built the Project Hail Mary Cockpit Control Panel
23:07
DIY PropsIntermediate$50–$150 (based on listed components)

I Built the Project Hail Mary Cockpit Control Panel

Creative Geekery recreates the cockpit control panel from the sci-fi novel and film adaptation Project Hail Mary, working from minimal reference material. The build combines 3D printed parts, laser-cut plywood, physical controls like dials and buttons, and integrated LCD screens with custom UI graphics. Trial and error played a central role, making this an honest look at the iterative prop-making process. The finished piece is a convincing, functional-looking spaceship console built on a maker budget.

Creative Geekery· 8,920 views
How to make a 10k YouTube play button!
6:03
Other

How to make a 10k YouTube play button!

This video walks through how the creator built a homemade replica of a YouTube 10,000-subscriber play button. It falls squarely in the maker/DIY crafting space rather than Halloween content. The creator shares the process for anyone who wants to recreate or even improve upon the official YouTube award.

Creative Geekery· 7,167 views
LIVE! From the workshop!
2:39:36
DIY Props

LIVE! From the workshop!

A live-streamed workshop session from Creative Geekery's Matt Daniels focused on building Ghostbusters-themed props alongside viewers in real time. The session runs over two and a half hours, giving plenty of time to follow along with the fabrication process. While rooted in pop-culture replica work, the techniques and collaborative spirit translate well to Halloween haunt prop building.

Creative Geekery· 6,643 views
LIVE Proton pack build - from the workshop!
2:27:15
DIY PropsIntermediate

LIVE Proton pack build - from the workshop!

A live workshop session focused on putting the finishing touches on a 3D-printed Ghostbusters proton pack prop. The creator works through the build in real time, giving viewers an over-the-shoulder look at the prop-making process. At nearly two and a half hours, there is plenty of time spent on detail work and problem-solving on the fly.

Creative Geekery· 5,586 views
LIVE! Ghostbusters Proton Pack Build!
2:05:27
Costume Tutorials

LIVE! Ghostbusters Proton Pack Build!

A live workshop session in which the creator constructs a Ghostbusters-themed proton pack prop from scratch. The stream gives viewers a real-time look at the build process as it unfolds. It sits at the intersection of cosplay prop-making and maker culture, appealing to fans of the franchise who want to recreate iconic gear.

Creative Geekery· 3,935 views
LIVE! Ghostbusters Proton Pack Build!
2:11:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

LIVE! Ghostbusters Proton Pack Build!

A live workshop session dedicated to building a Ghostbusters proton pack replica prop from scratch. The creator walks viewers through the fabrication process in real time, offering discussion and insight along the way. At over two hours, the stream provides an extended look at the hands-on work involved in bringing this iconic sci-fi prop to life.

Creative Geekery· 3,729 views
LIVE! Prop building from the workshop - and maker discussion!
1:39:35
DIY Props

LIVE! Prop building from the workshop - and maker discussion!

A live workshop stream in which the host builds movie-inspired replica props, with discussion touching on Ghostbusters and Back to the Future pieces. The session blends hands-on fabrication with open maker conversation, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. At roughly 100 minutes, it offers an extended, real-time glimpse into a working prop builder's space.

Creative Geekery· 3,368 views
Transforming A Garage Into The Ultimate Workshop And Youtube Studio
18:37
Other

Transforming A Garage Into The Ultimate Workshop And Youtube Studio

A maker channel documents the full transformation of a garage into a dual-purpose workshop and YouTube filming studio. The build covers practical organization elements like workbenches, shelving, and tool storage alongside production-focused upgrades including accent lighting, film lighting, and a custom logo backdrop. The result is a functional creative space designed for both hands-on making and on-camera content creation.

Creative Geekery· 2,992 views
20 questions for CoCovid
10:33
Other

20 questions for CoCovid

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios sits down for a 20-questions interview as part of Costube's CoCovid community event, answering questions while working in his shop. The casual format offers a candid look at his creative process, influences, and go-to resources in the haunt and prop-making world. Several supplier and creator recommendations are woven into the conversation, giving viewers a peek into the broader Halloween maker ecosystem.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,256 views
This Cosplay Used Real Teeth!? LCD Eyes, and 8 Months of Insanity!
7:20
Costume Tutorials

This Cosplay Used Real Teeth!? LCD Eyes, and 8 Months of Insanity!

This interview-style video spotlights Autumn, a cosplay champion, and her extraordinary Mitsuba build from Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun. The costume pushes material boundaries by incorporating LCD eyeballs, a silicone claw, custom-coded microcontrollers, intricate beadwork, airbrushing, and real dental molds cast from her own teeth. Host Matt Daniels of Creative Geekery walks through the construction details and the months-long creative process behind this competition-winning piece. It serves as both a deep-dive showcase and an inspiration for ambitious makers looking to elevate their craft.

Creative Geekery· 1,843 views
Which Droid Would YOU Build? Aluminum vs 3D Printed!
10:20
DIY PropsAdvanced

Which Droid Would YOU Build? Aluminum vs 3D Printed!

This episode of Creative Geekery puts two radically different droid builds head-to-head: a life-size 3D-printed R2-inspired tribute and a massive fully machined aluminum droid weighing over 200 pounds. The host interviews both builders, exploring their construction methods, challenges, and control systems — including Arduino-based Bluetooth setups. The discussion also touches on the philosophy of making, particularly the idea that passion builds like these are never truly finished.

Creative Geekery· 1,523 views
Tool Fails - What Tools are Designed to Do vs What They Actually Do #toolfails #makers
3:45
DIY Props

Tool Fails - What Tools are Designed to Do vs What They Actually Do #toolfails #makers

Hauntcast serves up a lighthearted countdown of the top tool fails familiar to haunters and makers — highlighting the gap between what tools are designed to do and what actually happens when builders use them. The short-form video leans into relatable humor for the DIY haunt community. At just four minutes, it's a quick, entertaining watch rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

Hauntcast· 975 views
Things are going to change...
6:03
Other

Things are going to change...

This short video from Creative Geekery delivers a channel announcement regarding the future direction of the Experience Explorers brand. The creator hints at exciting changes coming to the channel's format or focus. No Halloween-specific builds, tutorials, or haunt content is featured in this upload.

Creative Geekery· 803 views
LIVE! Workshop Build.
2:18:06
DIY Props

LIVE! Workshop Build.

A live workshop stream hosted by Matt Daniels of Creative Geekery where viewers vote on whether to build Ghostbusters or Alien-themed props together in real time. The session runs over two hours, emphasizing community participation and hands-on making. It offers an informal, collaborative environment for prop enthusiasts to watch and engage with the build process as it unfolds.

Creative Geekery· 613 views
LIVE! From the workshop!
1:12:16
DIY Props

LIVE! From the workshop!

A live workshop stream from Creative Geekery's Matt Daniels, checking in on current prop builds and sharing updates from the Experience Explorers project. The session has a casual, conversational format giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at active maker projects. Ghostbusters-themed props appear to be among the topics on the workbench.

Creative Geekery· 545 views
LIVE! Ghostbusters Fire House! 1 Year Anniversary of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire!
49:06
Other

LIVE! Ghostbusters Fire House! 1 Year Anniversary of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire!

A live-stream event from the Creative Geekery channel celebrating the one-year anniversary of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, broadcast from the iconic Ghostbusters firehouse filming location. The stream brings together fans and makers for a real-world exploration and community experience tied to the beloved franchise. While not strictly a Halloween how-to, the pop-culture and maker focus aligns with the channel's creative, spooky-adjacent content.

Creative Geekery· 447 views
Membership Is Here - Experience Explorers!
0:40
Other

Membership Is Here - Experience Explorers!

This short video is a promotional announcement from the Creative Geekery channel introducing a paid membership program called Experience Explorers. The creator invites viewers to join the community via a YouTube channel membership link. No Halloween-specific content, tutorials, or builds are featured in this clip.

Creative Geekery· 363 views
The Fantastic Farm Haunt w/ Tim Fowler | Tim & Baker Talk Haunting | Halloween Home Yard Haunt
42:20
Yard Haunts

The Fantastic Farm Haunt w/ Tim Fowler | Tim & Baker Talk Haunting | Halloween Home Yard Haunt

Hauntcast sits down with Tim Fowler, the creator behind The Farm Haunt in Castaic, California, for a conversational deep-dive into his home yard haunt. The interview explores Fowler's approach to prop building, haunt design, and the maker mindset that drives his seasonal attraction. As part of the ongoing Tim & Baker Talk Haunting series, the episode offers an insider look at what it takes to build and run a standout residential haunt.

Hauntcast· 326 views
LIVE! Building a Halloween Haunt - and other topics!
1:08:56
Home Haunts

LIVE! Building a Halloween Haunt - and other topics!

A live workshop stream where the creator chats through the process of building a home haunt for Halloween, covering the planning and construction side of creating your own spooky experience. The casual, conversational format invites viewers into the maker's space for a wide-ranging discussion on all things Halloween season. Ghostbusters theming appears to be among the topics or inspirations touched on during the session.

Creative Geekery· 148 views