HELP- Whats a good nail for a silicone monster glove hand?

ForevermidnightForevermidnight ✭
in Creature Costume Basics
I'm currently making a Krampus silicone monster hand and am having trouble with the nails. The glove is made from Dragonskin silicone and is coming along alright other than some fiberglass issues. My first pull is ok but the extremely long nail is very flimsy and takes away from the effect.

What can I use as a more firm option? I also have that silicone adhesive stuff but I've been finding it not sticking the hair or straps for the silicone mask.

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  • Chris EllerbyChris Ellerby Admin
    You can use acrylic nails or even fabricate them from foam, but one way to attach them to the glove is to make a solid mechanical connection. This can be done by roughening the underside of the nail so silicone adhesive can embed in the details and lock it in place.  Another option would be to glue fabric to the underside of the nail, and then allow the silicone adhesive to impregnate the fabric and form a solid bond.

    /Chris
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