DIY Halloween Prop Makers and Home Haunting

[@ravenskullmanor6587]

Absolutely fascinating as ever... Your videos were the first I found when I moved from a small display in the front of the house to creating the whole walk through display taking over the entire back garden. Not many of us doing it in the UK... yet... but there are some.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

We are so glad you found us. I bet your neighbors enjoy seeing your set up every year.

[@ravenskullmanor6587]

@@HollywoodHaunter we have to have a special preview night for the neighbours and local mayor these days so they get to see it first :)

[@RestlessHollow]

We started out on Halloween Forum as well. That was the original and then started reading Haunt Forum as well. I think you guys were the first haunters I started watching on KZbin and it was like the best thing ever. Your tutorials and stuff were so great and it was easier to learn from then just some pics on a forum. Also started following Steve's Haunted Yard around the same time. But yeah, that's totally how we started too. Exactly right about the cemetery! First stuff we built were foam tombstones and PVC candles. I think the next year we added a crypt wall and a monster mud reaper, which seemed so big and crazy to build at the time! We got to be on Haunters Hangout once and I still proudly display my 2015 best display home haunt from the Dead with Dave awards show. Good times!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

We love it! Those were the days right?!

[@halloweenbarbara]

This is amazing! Everything you have discussed is about the same way I got into haunting! Even watching Steve’s Haunted Yard forever ago since I’m also in Texas. The forum was the place, then the was the monster prop link page. Later on The Garage of Evil was the most fantastic page. Thank you for sharing your path. Was so fun to remember!

[@mlpjmc]

You tube was where I first crossed paths with other Halloween fans. I was a "haunter" just didn't know the term until then. It did seem like a small community a time ago when I had posted my first video in 2008. I explored other channels and found many interesting ideas and tutorials. My original core I followed included: Steve's Haunted Yard, Joiseygal, Ghoulish Cop, Pandemic Cemetery, Scottsquatch, Dead Things Yard Haunt. I miss the daily/weekly uploads of most of those folks. Some have moved on but others like Hollywood Haunters have come to the forefront and I've enjoyed all the great content you've made. Like my own, your haunt came from humble beginnings. I appreciate that you continue to post your builds and keep inspirations alive. Because I got so much out of the video community I try to give back by making and posting my diy projects when I can. These days, it seems like people are going other places for their Haunt fills and so maybe I'm missing out. I've never visited the online sites much, is there one that's the most popular?

[@HollywoodHaunter]

That's a good question 🤔 I guess it really depends on which social media site you like using the best. We enjoy videos the best so we look at KZbin the most. Facebook is good for categories and groups of interest. Pinterest is good for inspiration. Instagram is good for pictures of people you like to see their work and updates of projects. We don't really use Twitter, tik Tok or forums so can't offer much advice on those platforms.

[@tcan4959]

Just came over from the Titanic video. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing that day with us. I was so blown away at how knowledgeable Harrison was on his passion project. Most kids just have superficial knowledge. Like I said blown away. He deserved that Lego set

[@StevesHauntedYard]

Thanks so much for the shout out guys! So glad I got to meet you both and have lunch. I had so much fun hanging out. Would love to do it again some day. Love these videos about you guys. Yeap Haunt Forum. One of My favorites was Garage Of Evil.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Of course buddy!! We will definitely get together in the future and hang out. Yes, Garage of Evil was another one!

[@pattyiniguez5431]

The first video I saw was 8 years ago “Halloween haunted house walkthrough”… it inspired me so much! The fencing, the fake trees the wood planks on the windows 😮…I made some memorable Halloween parties for the family! I’ve watched you evolve, become parents and your smiles are the most enchanting to me. Can’t wait to see where you end up and where your journey takes you. Thank you for sharing!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thank you so much Patty! We love hearing that we have inspired others. Are we invited to the next Halloween party 😉

[@coolvlogswithspencerdgnati4183]

don't give up the spooky content

[@shellsmith1737]

Thanks for sharing, that's cool about how yall came up with hollywood haunter.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thanks Shelley!

[@symble]

Haunt forum was pretty awesome, loved the flying crank ghost tutorials. Back in the day if you wanted the good stuff-not just the usual cheesy store bought props-you had no choice but to make it. Made my first toe-pincher coffins after reading about it on there.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Yes! Kids today will never know the struggles us haunters had 😆

[@taras5768]

I never understood the Haunt Forum but I still use the Monster List of Halloween Projects webpage. This year was my 13th year haunting. I found you guys when you were pregnant and trying to finish the witch cottage 2 days before Halloween. Loved that thing! Still waiting.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

We are waiting too!!! 😆😆😆

[@katbunniekat1962]

I was in Halloween Forum as well! I got alot info from that site! We used the info on several projects. Some instructions were removed. We were able to figure things out from the pictures. One prop we were able to use the "way back machine" to find the instructions. It was a horse drawn carriage hearse. I still their projects on Pinterest.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Horse drawn hearse has always been a prop we have wanted to build.

[@katbunniekat1962]

@Hollywood Haunter It was fun! Not hard either!

[@lauraandedwardcannon8861]

I haunted a bit for the first time this year. Had a blast. Couldn’t have done it without your tutorials.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

So glad to hear it!

[@KerriGilpin]

I didn’t realize haunters were a thing until about 10 years ago! My parents had very few Halloween decor, only from when I was under 8 probably, so it was mostly die cuts and 1 plastic inflatable skeleton, like pool toy inflatable. Yet when I was a teenager, I’d work with whatever I had to make the most of it to scare kids! Eventually I made decorations myself, and when I bought my first home I was so excited to do it all myself! Once I discovered home haunting was a thing I knew I’d found my people!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Love it!!! Do you still have your childhood decorations?

[@RevenantManor]

This recent series has been a LOT of fun! A few related random thoughts and observations: - It's great that there are 'theater kids' out there that are ready and willing to get on camera and provide entertaining 'how to' videos (some of us wouldn't get in front of a camera for anything) - The Halloween community is the most open, welcoming, and encouraging group I have ever encountered - The forums are definitely still there, and have a relatively active batch of regulars (all things considered) Good stuff, guys!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

We agree 100%! Thank you 😊

[@magic.marmot]

Oh, the forums. Yes. I loved learning from others. Made a kick-ass floating ghost one year. I overheard a kid ask his dad "how did he do that", and dad answered :"t's a hologram".

[@Pollypole]

I love these video chats with you two and the old photos and videos! I was similar with loving horror since I can remember. In late elementary school (in the 80s), I had the great idea to decorate our front yard with a homemade cardboard tombstone and then stole some dirt from the back to create a "just buried" look. I'm sure it was unimpressive, but I was so proud at the time, haha! Thanks again for giving us a bigger peek into your history :)

[@knowyourjoe8826]

These Q&A videos make great content! Looking forward to a live stream! It is interesting to find out how other people evolved into this and their thoughts about haunting. Wish y’all the best. Thanks for sharing!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

So glad you're enjoying them!

[@scottrousseau496]

This could have been 30 minutes longer! I love this stuff. So much fun! Love you guys!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thanks Scott! We'll have to do a few more then 😊

[@DarkJade69]

Great video guys! I started with Halloween Happy and soon found you guys. Back in the day you really didn't have a lot of KZbinrs that did the Halloween thing and now you see a ton of channels.

[@kevbotech238]

Love to hear other Halloween fans origins story! Maybe its so I don't feel like such a weirdo my self! Lol, great story. Mine started in the 80s and loved FX in the movies especially old school horror! So I grew up dreaming of being an FX artist and Halloween became that creative outlet! Too bad my wife doesn't have the same enthusiasm. On the other hand we might be in real trouble with it getting too crazy if she did! Lol, thanks for sharing your story!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

What's your favorite scary movie 😁

[@kevbotech238]

@@HollywoodHaunter Nightmare On Elm Street part 3 is my favorite! Nightmare On Elm Street part 4 is the 1st movie I seen as a kid in the 80s, which was the peak of the franchise back then. I remember seeing a documentary of the special FX they used. I was like, this is insane and so cool! No CGI back then and all hand made. The character Freddy Krueger the glove and the whole dream world, so creative!

[@houseofdoom]

Cant wait to see what you do in the future! I still watch your older videos because I'm learning to place pneumatics in my home haunt!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Very cool!!

[@HalehJune]

I'm shocked! I was sure you two were in the bees-wax -- scenic designer/builders! SO awesome to know you started simple and grew because of your love for Halloween. WOW! You three (can't forget you-know-who) are such an inspiration. p/s YAY for Theatre kids!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Yes! We have very humble scenic beginnings. We purposely try and think of projects that we will learn new skills so we can then teach others.

[@matrixmom31]

Love hearing your stories. Thats a great topic for many famous haunters as yourselves to do. Your early haunting days photos were so much fun. And yes, I was a member on hall forum since 2010, not much tutorials, but you would ask and the haunters would explain how!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

You yourself are an Old School Haunter for sure! Thank you for the many years of comments and support 😊

[@lddcavalry]

Funny you mentioned Steve I think I found him right after I found. You

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Woo Hoo! 😆

[@20thelegend20]

This was great! You guys have been an inspiration for so many including myself to get into the “haunt world” and it was really fun learning how it all started. I remember watching some videos in 2012 or 2013 and thinking to myself “I need to try some of this stuff” lol. It only took me 10 years to finally dip my toe in the water, but I can’t wait until next year! I also can’t wait to see what your next adventure and future projects will be!!!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thanks friend! Glad you finally started testing the Haunt waters 😆

[@mrscb5303]

I’m really enjoying these Q&A videos!!! You guys are so sweet together! I absolutely loved hearing your origin story😉 I’ve been watching since just before the little one. I was feeling sad and needed a Halloween pick me up and I had just discovered KZbin. I was thrilled to find your channel. I came for Halloween but have stayed for the family 🥰🧡🖤🧡🖤

[@HollywoodHaunter]

And we love that you found us as well. Your support and comments always brighten our day ❤️

[@raymitchell9736]

Hahaha trying to remember, what's that? not saying U old LOL... Hey anyway... we all have that first time that we find the inspiration and then we know we're hooked for life. As I do this year by yearsssss.... I come to realize that haunting is just another form of a performance art and story telling, with or without actors, even if those actors are animatronics. Every prop has a story, or fits into a story... well... except for my neighbor that tries to fit every misfit prop he's purchased at Walgreens, Amazon, Costco... or where ever he finds them, so his 18 foot walkway to his front door is cluttered and looks like the grandma's attic of Halloween props... there's no hope for that guy... 🤣but for the rest of us that takes time to put together a haunt, develop a theme and backstory... that's the fun part! P.S. Just kidding, we're good friends and I appreciate his efforts, nobody else around does anything at all!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Too funny! Yes expression and a creative outlet 😁

[@mikerb1982]

We all miss your videos. 😢. We would love to see you for the Halloween season! :)

[@Bre_at_Fearproductions]

I do enjoy learning about how you guys came to do what you do!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thanks!

[@shawnragle5504]

I followed some of the forums for a while. Have been a member of Haunters Hangout since 2014. Was featured on the live show on April 7, 2016

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Woo Hoo! We probably watched that episode 😊

[@daveoplinger2629]

Kinda miss not seeing any new Halloween projects from Hollywood Haunters this year! You guys have gone missing on us. Would love to hear from you again!!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Hey! Sorry to be missing for so long. It's been one of those years. We have been posting over on Instagram if you have an account. Hopefully not too much longer and we'll be posting new content on KZbin soon. Thanks for reaching out!

[@WickerManor]

YOU GUYS are the reason I decided to decorate. 🎉 pretty crazy. 😊

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Awww Yay!!!

[@ChristineARose]

I've been watching and enjoying for several years now. I recently discovered Haunters Hangout, which is kinda dated lol, but my search for specific materials and techniques to deal with my local climate for props was what led me there. Then led to going down a rabbit hole lol Which again led to props, but for a totally different industry, but the techniques and materials considered Old School I think I'll resurrect for the Dead. Ha Ha 😁

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Yes it's been going for years. Still a lot of helpful info.

[@BlanckMortuary]

Very cool. I remember Halloween-L. I still go to haunt forum once a week. Monsterlist of Halloween props.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Nice!

[@MONSTERMISFITS]

Awesome. I o ly been doi g it for about 3 years I still have alot to learn for sure

[@HollywoodHaunter]

You're doing great so far!

[@VintageSoulThrifter]

Totally forced 😂 This was great, love all your party photos 👻 🎃

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Lol!! He's not fooling anyone 😆

[@jamesgarrett214]

These videos are great! Thanks Chris and Jeana. Have you two thought of any new names for your channel?

[@HollywoodHaunter]

We haven't. Seems like most people think it should stay. We'll see.

[@wrestlingandamusementparkl7789]

Nice. For me my parents bought the light up pumpkins when I was 2 months old and went from there

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Haunter from the start!

[@wrestlingandamusementparkl7789]

@@HollywoodHaunter yep. When I was 10-12 I started a grave yard and it kept going. Also we bought a inflatable pumpkin when I was 10-11

[@angelam2562]

I was totally on the Halloween Forum and learned a lot

[@symble]

A super rare double groovy.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Thanks buddy!

[@Bre_at_Fearproductions]

I have always been a haunter since I was a kid and even knew it was a thing I do remember looking a forums back in the day I am a member of HH now and Cleveland haunt club but I am just finding friends that are like me I’m in my 30s and this whole time I just thought I was weird 🤣

[@HollywoodHaunter]

That's so cool! Sounds like you have a lot of connections locally to you.

[@halloweenhomemaker]

I still lurk Halloween Forum 😆 It's what inspired me to create my account!

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Woo Hoo!! And I'm so glad you did. I love your creativity and am inspired by your set ups 😊

[@aldertyler]

Does Chris own an iron? 😉

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Lol 🤣🤣🤣 Hey at least it's clean...I think 😉

[@JOHNJ0HN9111]

i watch you guys you never shut up lol... i watched alot of them as kids now they are all grown up and never vlog anymore... life is what it is..

[@HollywoodHaunter]

You rascal lol! You knew when you clicked we were going to ramble 😆

[@MattN06]

Ah good ol’ HauntForum! I tried to use the site after they changed servers but my account got banned and support didn’t seem to exist anymore to get it back.

[@HollywoodHaunter]

Oh no! 😆