This kitty cat is a beautifully stylized masquerade half mask which comes blank to allow you to paint any design you wish on it. I sculpted the original with a tremendous amount of detail in every patch of fur. You can paint it realistically to resemble any existing cat breed, or you can go with bold, bright fantasy colors for a renaissance festival fairy ball, or vivid metallics for a more steampunk vibe.
This mask has a nice wide profile to fit a variety of faces. Please see the photo showing the measurement of the back of the mask to make sure it'll be a good fit for you.
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This is a made-to-order piece, meaning that once I receive your order, you are added to my casting queue. The processing time (before shipping) for this item is 1-2 weeks.
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KIT OPTIONS
You can optionally choose to add a strap kit to your order. Please note this optional item will come as a separate piece, and will not be attached to your mask blank.
- Strap Kit: This is a pre-made, adjustable strap kit made from polypropylene strapping and plastic triglide sliders. It also comes with an instruction guide. It is the same strap kit that I have available separately here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/236565095
You can also choose from these options for the cast piece:
- Raw cast vs cleaned-up: A raw cast is straight out of the mold with minimal cleanup. There will be some flashing and the edges may be sharp. A raw cast will require you to do some sanding and cleanup before use. You can also choose the cleaned-up option, where we take care of removing all of the flashing and sanding the edges clean and smooth.
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NEW MASK VERSION
Important! This is a new mask version as of 9/12/2022. I'm transitioning to a new style of mold and new material for casting my resin masks, which means any of them that have this "new version" notification will be slightly different from my other masks. The material is still impact resistant, but is also more heat resistant than the previous material I've been using. The new version masks are thicker in places, especially around the edges. This also means they are slightly heavier, but not much! For example, the old version cat mask weighs a little over 5oz, and the new version weighs 7.8oz. It can still be worn with our standard strap kit and remains lightweight and comfortable!
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All of my resin masks start out as an original sculpture created in oil-based clay. I make a mold of the original using silicone rubber, and then cast it in impact-resistant resin. While I don't recommend treating your mask roughly, this stuff is very tough and is more likely to bounce than break if dropped!
These mask blanks come just as you see them in the photos - a blank piece cast in white resin, with the flashing from the mold removed and the edges sanded smooth. This is a do-it-yourself piece, meaning it's up to you to finish, paint, and assemble it however you'd like. You'll need to provide an elastic strap or other means to hold the mask on, and some felt or foam padding so you can wear it comfortably. The mask comes with a guide providing helpful hints and tips on how to set up your mask to be worn and how to paint it. I'm also available to answer questions, so please don't hesitate to send me a message.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: While my masks are made from impact-resistant materials to keep them from breaking, they are NOT rated to protect the wearer during sports, motorcycle riding, or other dangerous activities. They will not take the place of an appropriate helmet. Stay safe out there!
Need a kitty mask fast? I've got downloadable, printable paper versions of this same design available here:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RedNebulaCosplay/search?search_query=printable+cat+mask
All of my available mask blanks can be found here:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RedNebulaCosplay?section_id=15938400
I often have finished, ready-to-wear masks available as well. They will be listed here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RedNebulaCosplay?section_id=16070340
