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The Halloween Video Library

A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

8 Ft. Pumpkin Stalker UNBOXING and Setup How To with Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds unboxes and assembles the brand's 8-foot Pumpkin Stalker, a large foam-latex and metal-armature prop featuring flickering illuminated eyes and mouth with posable arms. The video walks viewers through the full setup process, including tips for keeping the towering figure stable and protecting it for outdoor display. It's part of Distortions Unlimited's lineup of oversized evil jack-o-lantern characters, which also includes Jack Attack and Grizzly Gourd. The prop is suited for yard haunts, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and home haunt displays.

DistortionsUnlimited· 28,923 views

DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow

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DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay demonstrate how to build a Halloween scarecrow using a plastic jack-o-lantern as the head, mounted on a simple wood frame dressed with cheesecloth and twine. The build relies on common, inexpensive materials — including reclaimed fence pickets — making it accessible to virtually any skill level. The finished prop is designed for outdoor yard display and delivers strong visual impact for minimal effort and cost.

Wicked Makers· 338,146 views

DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!

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DIY PropsBeginner~$3 per fence section

DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a simple, budget-friendly Halloween cemetery fence from basic pine lumber and common household tools. Each modular fence section costs roughly $3, making it easy to expand the display year after year. Finishing touches like wood stain, twine, and stretched cobwebbing give the fence an aged, spooky graveyard look.

Wicked Makers· 234,337 views