Cat on Skull (Patreon)

This design was part of our 2024 SEPT releases and has been archived to the Serev3D Vault. You can still get the files, choose one of the options:- by purchasing it in our Serev3d web shop, OR- signing up for an Annual Membership on our patreon (with a 15% discount, you get instant access to our entire library at the Serev3D Vault), OR -by keeping an active paid Patreon membership with us for 3 consecutive months: upon your 3rd billing, we unlock The Vault for you with instant access to our entire Serev3D library!

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If you already have the files, here is all the INFO:

A black cat under the Halloween moon is the ultimate symbol of spooky mystery and magical mischief.Included with Cat on Skull:🐈‍⬛ Full Version🐈‍⬛Print in parts version🐈‍⬛Hollow Version🐈‍⬛Stl and multicolor 3mf🐈‍⬛ If you upscale the design of 135% it can fit regular size (36-40mm diameter) LED tealights inside

Print difficulty level: Beginner

Recommended print settings: (If you use Bambu or Orca slicer, all the print settings are automatically loaded in each version's 3mf files)

-Layer height: 0.16mm (Also you can turn on Adaptive Layer Height, if you want less visible layer lines on the top surfaces of your print)-Wall loops: 3-Infill: 10%, Gyroid-Supports: no supports needed

Print time: 2-3h

Filament resources without the need of paint or post processing:

For the cat: GEEETECH PLA 3D Printer Filament Silk Black

For the skull: DURAMIC 3D PLA Glow in The Dark Filament Green

For the inside of the skull, you can place tiny LED lights:V01: Multicolor Waterproof Flameless Mini LightsV02:Multicolor Flashing light Decorationht------------------------------

Resources for painting and post processing:

Filament: Polymaker Matte Black PLA

Filler Primer: Rust-Oleum Filler and Sandable Primer Spray 

Sandpaper: 3m Pro Grade Grit: 120, 3m Pro Grade Grit:220, 3M Wet or dry Sandpaper Grit: 600 and/or Bates- Sandpaper, 18 Pack, 12 Grits, 120 to 3000

Primer: Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Spray Paint White

Paint: Fantastory Craft Acrylic Paint Set , and SpaceBeams Aurora Glow in the Dark Paint

Clear coat finish: Rust-Oleum Matte Clear Coat or if you want glossy look Rust-Oleum Clear Gloss

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Post-processing steps:

Sanding: Start with coarse sandpaper (120 grit) to smooth layer lines, then use finer grits (220) and lastly (400-600) for a more polished surface.

Filler Primer: Apply a filler primer coat to cover imperfections. Let it dry completely.

Wet Sanding: Use 400-600 grit sandpaper for wet sanding the primer, repeating as needed for smoothness.

Final Primer Coat: Apply a thin layer of regular primer to create an even base for painting.

Painting & Sealing: Paint with your chosen color from the acrylic paint set, then apply a clear coat (matte or glossy) for protection and finish. (Allow each layer to dry fully before moving to the next for the best results.)

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Recommendation for the candle:*Upscale the design of 135% to fit regular size (36-40mm diameter) LED tealights inside!!!LED Tea Lights Candle pack

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