VanOaksPropsHalloween decorations come in many flavors, and in this video, I'm breaking away from my cemetery aesthetic and building a treasure chest fit for a pirate-themed haunt or party. And the best part is it's made of foam and assembled with hot glue!
**CORRECTION: The plank color I use in this video is BURNT sienna, not raw sienna. It was late when I recorded the voiceover and I misspoke.
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DIY Pirate Treasure Chest PropVanOaksProps2023-09-23 | Halloween decorations come in many flavors, and in this video, I'm breaking away from my cemetery aesthetic and building a treasure chest fit for a pirate-themed haunt or party. And the best part is it's made of foam and assembled with hot glue!
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#VanOaksProps #halloween #surebonderBuilding a BDX Droid from Galaxys Edge/Disneyland!VanOaksProps2024-04-13 | If you’re a Star Wars or Disneyland fan it’s safe to assume you’ve seen the new BD-X droids in Galaxy’s Edge. Their design is amazing and thanks to JLC3DP I'm going to build one!
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BDX droids, incorporating cutting-edge technologies from Disney Research and Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development departments, are designed to facilitate interaction between mechanical characters and park guests.
Unveiled to the public by Disney Imagineers in an October 2023 live test, three "droids-in-training" roamed Disneyland Park's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge location, showcasing their ability to navigate uneven terrain and dance without losing balance.
While their permanent inclusion in Galaxy's Edge remained unconfirmed at the time, on April 5, 2024, it was announced that the droids would make a limited-time appearance during the Season of the Force event.
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#VanOaksPropsGhostbuster Ecto Goggles | New Video Series - Finally FinishedVanOaksProps2024-04-06 | Sometimes projects lose steam and are retired to a shelf to never be worked on again. In this new series I'm breaking that cycle, dusting off those builds, and finishing them one by one, starting with these Ghostbusters Ecto Goggles.
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Ghostbusters (1984)
The Ecto Goggles were first used by Ray Stantz at the Sedgewick Hotel on the Ghostbusters' first case and were mainly worn by him during the Gozer incident. After Ray sighted Slimer flying around a chandelier, the Ecto Goggles pinged and the readout on the left side went green. A number "01333.5" was displayed. Egon Spengler and Peter Venkman did however wear them briefly in the cases that followed. Egon wore his at the 126 Mulberry Street bust. Peter wore his at the Rockefeller Plaza.
Ghostbusters II
The Ecto Goggles are worn a few times by Ray. They are used by Ray when he and Peter go on a stakeout to catch the Jogger Ghost in Central Park. Ray hung his Ecto Goggles with a Trap on the right side of his Pistol Belt when the Ghostbusters filmed their new commercial, when they investigated the Manhattan Museum of Art, and when they arrived at the museum on New Year's Eve.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
In the summer of 2024, Callie Spengler used Ecto Goggles specifically modified to aid in the operation of the Drone Trap and trapped the Sewer Dragon. Podcast snapped a photograph of Phoebe using the Ecto Goggles camera function before they departed for Melody Diner.
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#VanOaksProps #ghostbustersUPGRADE Your Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Ghost Trap Popcorn BucketVanOaksProps2024-03-30 | Did you get your hands on a Regal Cinemas Ghostbuster Ghost Trap popcorn bucket or have the Spirit Halloween version and want to upgrade the paint? This is the video for you. I'll show you how to turn these plastic props into movie quality with a bit of paint.
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The Trap in the Primary Canon is developed from Ghostbusters (1984), Ghostbusters II, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. In Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Realistic Versions), a Secondary Canon, Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II pre-date the game, Ghostbusters: Afterlife conflicts with the game. The Trap (prime) appears in the IDW Comic Series, a Secondary Canon, which follows Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II, also includes some elements from Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Realistic Versions) and Ghostbusters: The Video Game (Stylized Versions); as well as being canon to Tobin's Spirit Guide (Insight Editions). Trap (from Dimension 50-S) in the IDW Comic Series, is an alternate version based on Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime. Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime video game, deemed a Tertiary Canon, follows Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II. 88MPH Comics and Ghost Busted Manga are also each deemed Tertiary Canon, both follows Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II. Ghostbusters: The Board Game, deemed a Tertiary Canon, loosely follows the events of IDW Comics.
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#VanOaksProps #ghostbusters #ghostbustersfrozenempireStar Wars Inspired Data PanelVanOaksProps2024-03-23 | As a prop maker, I'm often building things for clients, but in this video, I'm building myself a Star Wars-inspired data panel using a 10" digital photo frame.
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#VanOaksProps #starwars #galaxysedgeAntique Candlestick Telephone PropVanOaksProps2024-03-16 | Every haunted house needs a creepy old phone...but why buy one when you can make it from scraps you may already have?!
In this video I'll show you how I went about making this antique candlestick telephone prop using pipes, EVA foam, and plastic funnels.
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#VanOaksProps #propmaking #halloweenHow To Paint a Sign to Look Like Aged MetalVanOaksProps2024-03-09 | What makes for a good haunt? I think it's the details and this is one of those details that looks the part, but also tells a story. So join me as I show you how to paint a sign to look like metal - PLUS you can enter to win the sign from this video.
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#VanOaksPropsHaunted Mansion Bust ProjectionVanOaksProps2024-03-02 | Join me for the wrap-up of this Haunted Mansion-inspired build where I use insulation foam and a small projector to make one of the singing busts! You won't want to miss it.
The Hauntley's animated bust from Mindscope Products is currently unavailable from the manufacturer and Spirit Halloween, but you may be able to find them on online auction sites.
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The Singing Busts are a group of undead characters who appear in every version of the attraction except for Mystic Manor and whom act as the lead singers of Grim Grinning Ghosts in the Graveyard.
From left to right, the names of the busts are Rollo Rumkin (Verne Rowe), Uncle Theodore (Thurl Ravenscroft), Cousin Algernon (Chuck Schroeder), Ned Nub (Jay Meyer) and Phineas P. Pock (Bob Ebright).
In every direct version of the Haunted Mansion, the five busts appear in the graveyard sequence singing Grim Grinning Ghosts. The lead singer of the group comes in the form of Uncle Theodore, whose bust is damaged and has its head section broken off.
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#VanOaksPropsTroubleshooting Creative ProblemsVanOaksProps2024-02-24 | Join me for a conversation with Mrs. VanOaks to discuss our creative troubleshooting process and how to train your "creative eye" to improve your projects.
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#VanOaksPropsDIY Haunted Mansion-Inspired BustVanOaksProps2024-02-17 | After seeing Zach of the Prop Agenda channel hack this "Hauntley’s" prop for his Hatbox Ghost build, it gave me an idea for a project of my own, also inspired by the haunted Mansion.
So join me for part 1 of this build where I focus on the pedestal for my animated Halloween bust.
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The Singing Busts are a group of undead characters who appear in every version of the attraction except for Mystic Manor and whom act as the lead singers of Grim Grinning Ghosts in the Graveyard.
From left to right, the names of the busts are Rollo Rumkin (Verne Rowe), Uncle Theodore (Thurl Ravenscroft), Cousin Algernon (Chuck Schroeder), Ned Nub (Jay Meyer) and Phineas P. Pock (Bob Ebright).
In every direct version of the Haunted Mansion, the five busts appear in the graveyard sequence singing Grim Grinning Ghosts. The lead singer of the group comes in the form of Uncle Theodore, whose bust is damaged and has its head section broken off.
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#VanOaksProps #hauntedmansion #diyMake Your Props Look Like Concrete - Painting a Haunted Mansion Queue Line StatueVanOaksProps2024-02-03 | If you’ve ever had a prop that needed to look like textured concrete then you’re in luck, because In this video I’ll show you a theme park-inspired faux cement finish taken straight from the happiest place on earth.
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#VanOaksProps#vanoaksprops #diy paint stand.VanOaksProps2024-01-27 | ...Custom Model Painting Stand for LARGE PartsVanOaksProps2024-01-27 | Having the right tool for the job is always a good thing, so in this video, I'm going to build myself a paint stand for larger parts.
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#VanOaksProps #diyShop Talk & Plans For 2024VanOaksProps2024-01-21 | BECOME A SUPPORTER! Do you enjoy these videos and want to help grow the channel? Consider supporting my channel on Patreon and help me to make even more! patreon.com/vanoaksprops
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#VanOaksPropsOne of our #halloween cemetery’s most recognized occupants. #vanoaksprops #diyVanOaksProps2024-01-18 | Learn to build props like this and much more! Subscribe to my channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a video.Throwback to a Joe Versus the Volcano prop I made for a collector. #vanoaksprops #maker #diyVanOaksProps2024-01-18 | Learn to build props like this and much more! Subscribe to my channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a video.Realistic metallic finishes on 3d prints? #starwars #vanoaksprops #diy #3dprinting #chromepaintVanOaksProps2024-01-18 | Check out the full video to see how this realistic metallic finish was done. It's easier than you'd think! youtu.be/PuJNSaYdMrI
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#VanOaksProps #chromepaint #metallicfinishes3D Modeling Basics - Its Easier Than You Think!VanOaksProps2024-01-06 | 3D modeling and printing have become a key part of many makers' build processes. It provides an accurate way to create everything from brackets to blasters. So in this video, I'm going to share my methods for 3D modeling and hopefully, it will help to demystify the process and send you on the path to advance your skills.
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#VanOaksProps #fusion360 #3dmodelingHow We Built Our Hyper-Realistic Cemetery GateVanOaksProps2023-12-30 | If I had to choose one prop that has consistently fooled people into thinking it was real, it would be our fake cemetery gate. The combination of plywood, foam, moldings, and expert faux painting makes these a real stand out in our haunt and now, thanks to unearthing some old build photos, we can share their construction with you.
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#VanOaksProps #halloween #halloweenhowtoTop 5 Tools for Makers 2023 - Improve Your Workflow!VanOaksProps2023-12-23 | As a maker, there's always a new tool or product that can improve your workflow. So here's a top 5 list of tools that improved mine in 2023.
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#VanOaksProps #top5 #toolsDIY Madame Leota Effect with INVISIBLE PROJECTOR - AAXA P6UVanOaksProps2023-12-16 | Perhaps the most iconic crystal ball in history, Madame Leota is one of those effects that looks really impressive. Thankfully, doing a DIY version isn't as hard as you'd think. Follow along in this video as I build a version that allows you to hide the projector, rather than have it out in front of the crystal ball, and looks more like the version from inside the Haunted Mansion.
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Madame Leota is a ghostly character from the Haunted Mansion franchise. Originally conceived as a character to be featured in Disneyland's version of the attraction, Leota's character has been expanded, to be featured in multiple Disney attractions, as well a few feature films. She was originally portrayed by Leota Toombs (whom she was named after) while Eleanor Audley voiced her.
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#VanOaksPropsBuilding a One of a Kind Star Wars LampVanOaksProps2023-12-06 | What happens when two geeks go to Galaxy's Edge? They both decide to make Star Wars-inspired lamps! So join me as I turn a droid dome and a moisture vaporator into a floor lamp, then head over to @thesmugglersroom to see how Brian made his lamp.
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#VanOaksPropsThe ULTIMATE Haunt Lantern!VanOaksProps2023-11-25 | Halloween lighting is always a challenge, so in this video, I'm going to show you how I've improved one of our existing lanterns by adding an Arduino microcontroller and Neopixel lighting to make it the best-looking lantern in our haunt.
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#VanOaksProps #halloween #makerTurning my Smart Thermostat into HAL 9000 from 2001: a Space OdysseyVanOaksProps2023-11-18 | When the sci-fi future they promised us in the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s still isn't a reality you have to take matters into your own hands. In this video I turn my smart thermostat into HAL 9000 from the classic movie 2001- a Space Odyssey.
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#VanOaksPropsBuilding a FLOATING Star Wars lightsaber DisplayVanOaksProps2023-11-11 | Displaying a lightsaber is no easy task, and finding a unique way to do it is even more challenging. In this video, I tackle these problems by building a "floating" saber containment unit using a NeoPixel ring, Arduino Nano, and featuring an #nsabers ep. 3 Obi-Wan Kenobi lightsaber replica.
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#VanOaksProps #starwars #nsabersPre-Halloween Livestream / AMAVanOaksProps2023-10-29 | Join me on Saturday, October 28 for a pre-Halloween Livestream & AMA (ask me anything). I'll be fielding your questions, talking about the 2023 haunt season, prop building, and more!
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#VanOaksProps #halloweenDIY Plug-In LED Jack-O-LanternsVanOaksProps2023-10-21 | Forgetting to turn off your battery-powered tea lights can be a huge pain and costly, so in this video, I'll show you how I converted our jack-o'-lanterns to run off our 12-volt RCA jack system.
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#VanOaksProps #halloweenCreepy Wilting Flower Prop for HalloweenVanOaksProps2023-10-14 | Want to add an eerily creepy effect to your Halloween decor? This wilting flower effect will add a spooky touch to your display or haunted house and will have visitors asking "How'd they do that!?"
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#VanOaksProps #halloween #halloweendecorDIY Broken Tombstone Prop for #halloweenVanOaksProps2023-10-07 | One of the things that’s drawn me to making my own tombstones is just how unique and personal you can make them, and this project is a prime example. I recently saw a photo of a broken tombstone that had to be stabilized with the help of some metal bands and tabs. I thought it was really interesting and would be a nice addition to our aging cemetery display. So in this video, I'll show you how to make one for yourself.
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#VanOaksPropsI Failed at this Build & What I Learned Along the WayVanOaksProps2023-09-30 | Sometimes even the best ideas can become failed projects. And that's exactly what happened when I tried my hand at making a wilting flower prop.
Special thanks to Scot for sharing his approach to the build.
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#VanOaksPropsWhat Is The Best Glue For Foam?!VanOaksProps2023-09-16 | The one question I'm asked more than any other is "What is the best glue for foam?" So in this video, I put a few of the most often suggested glues to the test, plus a new suggestion, to see which glue is best once and for all.
Including white Gorilla Glue, Great Stuff expanding foam, Liquid Nails project adhesive, and Titebond 3 wood glue.
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#VanOaksPropsSupercharge Your Fog Machine!VanOaksProps2023-09-09 | Getting fog to reach further into your Halloween display can be a challenge, but but adding in a small but powerful fan, you can maximize the amount of fog you're able to move around.
So join me as I build a DIY fog fan for use with my Halloween fog machine.
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#VanOaksPropsDIY Medieval Torch PropVanOaksProps2023-09-02 | If you've ever needed to make a medieval-style torch for a costume/cosplay, themed room, or haunted display then you'll want to stick around for this one-day scratch build.
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#VanOaksPropsBuilding a Halloween Coffin - PART 2VanOaksProps2023-08-26 | In part 2 of this Halloween coffin (casket) build, I'll show you how to take insulation foam and turn it into old wooden boards with the help of some basic tools and a bit of paint!
Be sure to subscribe to @HollywoodGraveyard to see their upcoming film featuring this build!
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#VanOaksProps #hollywoodgraveyard #halloweenBuilding a Halloween Coffin - PART 1VanOaksProps2023-08-19 | Join me for a Halloween how-to as I build a replica of the 1922 Nosferatu coffin prop for an upcoming @HollywoodGraveyard film.
Learn the basics to build your own Halloween coffin prop that can break down for easy storage!
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#VanOaksPropsThe ULTIMATE Halloween PVC Candle DIYVanOaksProps2023-08-12 | Even classic DIYs can benefit from an update - and that's exactly what I'm doing in this video. I've found better materials, faster methods, and easier electronics to help you make the best PVC Halloween candles around!
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DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service via the links provided above I may receive a commission. There is no additional charge to you and it helps to support this channel!Doc Browns Binoculars from Back to the Future 2 - AnkerMake M5CVanOaksProps2023-08-05 | Take a ride with me Back to the Future as I make Doc Brown's binoculars from Back to the Future 2 using the brand new AnkerMake M5C 3D Printer! The AnkerMake M5C's "one-click" printing made this project super easy!
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AnkerMake M5C is a 3D printer designed to easily customize functions in one click. It is available for purchase for $399 in the U.S. Pre-sale availability starts today in the UK (£399) and in the EU (449€), as well.
#ankermake #ankermakem5c #3Dprinting
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Win a Dune Sea Outpost Scomplink prop! To enter: Like & comment on this video. The winner to be selected on July 26 and announced on my YouTube community tab.
Nerd Summer Camp is: @CGRTist @duneseaoutpost @TheSmugglersRoom @DockingBay327Build @blackmarketoutpost @propsandvillainy
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#VanOaksProps #nerdsummercampJurassic Park Gate Replica Play Set!VanOaksProps2023-07-15 | A bit different than my usual videos, but when Mrs. VanOaks calls in a favor for a special birthday present I like to go all out! In this case, I'm painting up a Jurassic Park gate playset for her nephew's birthday, but with all the details you've come to expect from VanOaks Props builds.
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#VanOaksPropsMaking the Goonies Copper Bones Prop ReplicaVanOaksProps2023-07-08 | As a maker with varied interests, there's always an unfinished personal project on my bench, and after a busy week, I want to unwind with a fun project that I can finish in an afternoon. Join me as I prep and paint a replica of Chester Copperpot's "Copper Bones" key from The Goonies!
Special thanks to @x-webman for sharing this method. Watch their video here for a deeper dive into the technique: youtu.be/CVW4-xMOIRo
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#VanOaksPropsDIY Foam Axe Prop!VanOaksProps2023-07-01 | One of the most iconic props from a horror movie is Jack Torrance's axe from #TheShining. So in this video, I'm going to make my own version from foam that's safe for Halloween and conventions!
Special thanks to Surebonder for supplying their Cosplay Stik hot glue and glue guns for this project. Learn more here: surebonder.com/?ref=vanoaksprops
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#vanoaksprops #surebonder #cosplaystikThe Best Way To Make Fake Cornstalks!VanOaksProps2023-06-24 | If you've ever wanted to learn to make fake cornstalks for your Halloween decor or haunt, you'll want to check out this video. It's a remix of the @Beyond1031 Ultimate Fake Cornstalk Tutorial which you should be sure to watch: youtu.be/QZ3Bhx3-Q6Q
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#VanOaksPropsDIY Holy Grail Prop from Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeVanOaksProps2023-06-17 | In this episode of "Let's Make" I tackle a community suggestion - The Holy Grail from "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." Admittedly, the Holy Grail was not a prop on my radar, but when the people speak, I listen! So join me as I show you how I research, 3d model & print, prep, and paint this iconic prop from one of the greatest movie franchises ever. #indianajonesandthelastcrusade #indianajones
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#VanOaksPropsBuilding a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!VanOaksProps2023-06-10 | Join me as I shift gears into EVA foam, PVC pipe, and hot glue to make a scythe fit for the Grim Reaper itself. This is a great #halloween prop that requires very few tools and can be completed in a few hours.
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#VanOaksProps #surebonderBuilding a Weatherproof Rocking Prop Mechanism!VanOaksProps2023-06-03 | Keeping your Halloween props safe from the rain and snow can sometimes be a problem. But look no further because in this video I'll share a quick and easy way to build a prop motor that will stay safe from the weather.
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#vanoaksprops #halloween #howtoEasy & Realistic Fake Stone Walls from Foam 2!VanOaksProps2023-05-27 | BECOME A SUPPORTER! Do you enjoy these videos and want to help grow the channel? Consider supporting my channel on Patreon and help me to make even more! patreon.com/vanoaksprops
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#VanOaksPropsLIVESTREAM: 3 Year YouTube Anniversary & Haunted Mansion Post-MortemVanOaksProps2023-05-21 | BECOME A SUPPORTER! Do you enjoy these videos and want to help grow the channel? Consider supporting my channel on Patreon and help me to make even more! patreon.com/vanoaksprops
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#VanOaksPropsMaking a Star Wars Inspired Cooler for CharityVanOaksProps2023-05-06 | When you're challenged to turn a boring ice chest into something from the Star Wars universe for charity you just get right to it. And that's exactly what I did in this week's video.
This cooler will be up for auction at the June 3-4 Imperial Surface Bucket Bash. Follow @ImperialSurface on Instagram for more details.
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#VanOaksPropsI 3D Printed a LIFE SIZE Haunted Mansion Door for Neil Patrick Harris - PART 4VanOaksProps2023-04-29 | Join me as I team up with fellow Haunted Mansion enthusiast Neil Patrick Harris to 3D print a life-size Haunted Mansion door frame to compliment his actual Disneyland park-used door.
It's the largest and most challenging build I've done to date but was a great experience all around.
This is one Haunted Mansion DIY you won't want to miss!
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