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So my DIY masks require some clean up, flash removal, etc. This is actually very easy and you don't even need a dremel. It's a good way for beginner hobbyists to finish their mask without having to invest in power tools. You can use hobby nippers and a sculptors rasp to remove unwanted edges and smooth them. Nip off the larger flash parts first ( "flash" is extra bits on the edges of the cast piece leftover from the casting process) and then rasp off any jagged edges. Some medium grit sandpaper will smooth things down even more once you...

 Since all of the DIY Sabertooth masks are complete i wanted to write about a recent thing i tried out! The resin i use for my masks is heat sensitive which is great for those who need to custom size their mask using low heat. However, it sort of sucks if you plan to costume in a hot environment or hang up the mask only to see it sag a bit if your house gets warm. So how to stabilize the mask once it's sized?  A friend of mine who is a pretty cool artist turned me on to Smooth On's...