Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Join me as I build the final tombstone for our Halloween display, complete with a custom-made faux metal plaque, carved foam details, realistic stone textures, and an aged paint finish. In this step-by-step DIY tutorial, I’ll show you how to transform simple insulation foam and MDF into a professional-quality Halloween prop that looks like real stone and weathered metal. From carving, sanding, and assembly to painting, patina effects, and weathering washes, this video is packed with techniques perfect for haunters, Halloween decorators, and prop makers looking to level up their spooky displays. Whether you’re crafting for your yard haunt, haunted house, or just love DIY Halloween projects, this tombstone build will give you inspiration and tips for your own creepy creations!
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CA Glue -
Needle Tipped Squeeze Bottle - amzn.to/48a6cPN
Paint Brush - amzn.to/3IIcITo
Sea Sponge - amzn.to/4pxP8t8
Tiny Spray Bottle - amzn.to/4nJK4QI
Palm Sander - amzn.to/4bOCcrz
x-acto blade - amzn.to/45eRfZ1
Dremel 115 Carving Bit - amzn.to/4pV8dWe
VanOaks Props Carving Plate - creatoriq.cc/3IGPxsE
Dremel rotary tool - amzn.to/3X6scpd
Spray Bottle - amzn.to/4aQevxT
White Gorilla Glue - amzn.to/4aVDzn4
Bamboo Skewers - amzn.to/4bJRkGT
Decorative Router Bits - amzn.to/3OOSozM
Palm Router - amzn.to/3V3YChq
Paintable Caulk - amzn.to/3VvoiVJ
Chip Brushes - amzn.to/4aQ4znO
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Brown Spray Paint - amzn.to/3IQkIBN
Hammered Copper Spray Paint - amzn.to/4nu5sd3
Patina Acrylic Paint - amzn.to/4nVqYY2
Glazing Medium - amzn.to/42nWSnE
Brown Acrylic Paint - amzn.to/3VOATmg
Decoart Hauser Light Green - amzn.to/46ySLX3
Decoart Licorice Black - amzn.to/42cQmjx
Drylok Original Masonry Sealer - amzn.to/3V414UY
Rub N' Buff Antique Gold - amzn.to/4nSTcDj
INSTAGRAM: @vanoaksprops
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you purchase a product or service via the links provided above. There is no additional charge to you; it helps support this channel!
#VanOaksProps #HalloweenDIY #HauntProps #DIYTombstone #HalloweenDecor #PropMaking #HauntedHouse #HalloweenProjects #FoamCrafting #HalloweenDisplay #SpookySeason
Join me as I build the final tombstone for our Halloween display, complete with a custom-made faux metal plaque, carved foam details, realistic stone textures, and an aged paint finish. In this step-by-step DIY tutorial, I’ll show you how to transform simple insulation foam and MDF into a professional-quality Halloween prop that looks like real stone and weathered metal. From carving, sanding, and assembly to painting, patina effects, and weathering washes, this video is packed with techniques perfect for haunters, Halloween decorators, and prop makers looking to level up their spooky displays. Whether you’re crafting for your yard haunt, haunted house, or just love DIY Halloween projects, this tombstone build will give you inspiration and tips for your own creepy creations!
WAYS TO SUPPORT MY CHANNEL
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Patreon - patreon.com/vanoaksprops
Official Merch - shop.vanoaksprops.com
Shop Etsy - vanoaksprops.etsy.com
Affiliate Links - vanoaksprops.com/affiliate-links
NEED HELP WITH YOUR PROPS?
-----------------------------------------------------
Book a one-on-one call with me
calendly.com/vanoaksprops
MATERIALS:
(please note: Amazon sellers may change the products sold via these links without notice)
----------------------
CA Glue -
Needle Tipped Squeeze Bottle - amzn.to/48a6cPN
Paint Brush - amzn.to/3IIcITo
Sea Sponge - amzn.to/4pxP8t8
Tiny Spray Bottle - amzn.to/4nJK4QI
Palm Sander - amzn.to/4bOCcrz
x-acto blade - amzn.to/45eRfZ1
Dremel 115 Carving Bit - amzn.to/4pV8dWe
VanOaks Props Carving Plate - creatoriq.cc/3IGPxsE
Dremel rotary tool - amzn.to/3X6scpd
Spray Bottle - amzn.to/4aQevxT
White Gorilla Glue - amzn.to/4aVDzn4
Bamboo Skewers - amzn.to/4bJRkGT
Decorative Router Bits - amzn.to/3OOSozM
Palm Router - amzn.to/3V3YChq
Paintable Caulk - amzn.to/3VvoiVJ
Chip Brushes - amzn.to/4aQ4znO
PAINTS:
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Brown Spray Paint - amzn.to/3IQkIBN
Hammered Copper Spray Paint - amzn.to/4nu5sd3
Patina Acrylic Paint - amzn.to/4nVqYY2
Glazing Medium - amzn.to/42nWSnE
Brown Acrylic Paint - amzn.to/3VOATmg
Decoart Hauser Light Green - amzn.to/46ySLX3
Decoart Licorice Black - amzn.to/42cQmjx
Drylok Original Masonry Sealer - amzn.to/3V414UY
Rub N' Buff Antique Gold - amzn.to/4nSTcDj
INSTAGRAM: @vanoaksprops
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. I may receive a commission if you purchase a product or service via the links provided above. There is no additional charge to you; it helps support this channel!
#VanOaksProps #HalloweenDIY #HauntProps #DIYTombstone #HalloweenDecor #PropMaking #HauntedHouse #HalloweenProjects #FoamCrafting #HalloweenDisplay #SpookySeason
