Second: Cutting out the front/ears
Once you have the mask you can begin to shape it. Find a picture of Gambit you like and with chalk, while wearing the mask, draw the outline of what you want the shape to be. The best way to cut it out is with some type exacto knife or blade. The way I did it was I folded the mask in half and cut along the lines so that both sides would be even. You could just as easily use sissors though, but it might not be as exact. Once you have the shape you should tighten it to how you want it to look on your face. Then add some more velcro so you can make it as tight as you wanted. After this you can put it on and make a stencil for your ear holes. They should be a little smaller that your entire ear. Place the stencil where your ear is and fill it in with chalk. Cut out the ears and you have your face mask.
Great idea for the mask. Did you experience it sliding down as you wear it for a long time? It's a problem I came across.
ReplyDeleteActually no, the neoprene heald well and firmly, especially with the velcro to keep it tight. I'm going to add more pics soon.
ReplyDeleteDoes it get warm in that mask? I know of some people using the winter face masks and that's gotta be uncomfy after a while. Wasn't sure if you had same experience with this one.
ReplyDeleteDude, thank you for this idea. I tried a number of things and this was by far the best and most authentic looking solution. I just got back from Awesome Con 2014 in DC and I was getting praise left and right for my Gambit cosplay.
ReplyDeleteIt did not slide at all because the ear holes keep it in place. It does get a bit hot around your face, but nothing unbearable.
Thanks again,
link to where you bought the original face mask so I can make this for my son??
ReplyDeletelink to where you bought the original mask so I can make this for my son??
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