Cricut mask maker

[Dog1]

hello , i have been looking into masks lately with the intention of painting on the roundels insignias and serial numbers etc for the first time .  I came across this piece of equipment and have been following the youtube tutorials . The price of ready masks is extremely expensive vis a vis kit cost in my opinion .  you can use them one time . This equipment is not expensive and i would like to know if anyone is using it , what other equipment is need for example i think you need a photocopy machine and what are the various printing sheets needed suh as vinyl , tamiya or equivalent tape etc . Another point i would like to clarify is wether you need an original decal sheet to photocopy or not because in some tutorials i see they copy an original in box decal sheet .   

[strikeeagle801]

I recently bought a Silhouette Cameo 5 with the intent of doing the same thing. Silhouette has their own program to go with the machine. As with many such things, the free version is very simple and does limited things. If you buy the upgrade, which is a one-time purchase, you can import scanned material and work your masks from there. 

 

Unfortunately, my machine is defective and I need to send it back for repairs/replacement. 

 

You can use a variety of masking materials. Anything from Tamiya tape to vinyl. The machine has automatic settings for each type of material, and you can manually adjust them if needed. 

 

Aaron

[Dog1]

hi , scanned material can be photocopies of markings insignias roundels numbers etc from sites like google which displays a variety of decal sheets for sale ? then input all the data using the mouse from scanned image and adjust size . so in practicle terms you make one set to paint the white base of a USAAF insignia , then you add another one to blot the white parts and add the blue then remove all ? can you add say cut here cut there so you can blot or add the borders of the bars ? what materials do i need besides a copy of the tamiya tape "china" and vinyl sheets ? like for example a base sheet for everything to lay on top ? is there a particular model and brand you recommend so i research here in thailand wether its sold and serviced . from what you say servicing seems to be of paramount importance . i am watching all the videos on the subject on youtube . very interesting  .     

 

Edited November 7, 2025 by Dog1

[Anjun]

You can print your own designs on vinyl or waterslide paper, no need for original decals. Use Tamiya tape or thin vinyl for masking and test small cuts first to avoid mistakes.