Raking Rabbit Garden Art

Does your garden need an adorable rabbit wearing a hat as he rakes the ground? I thought so! This print is very easy to print and to make it extra special, you can print it in an iron composite filament and give it a rusty look like I did.

Print Details and Settings

• This model needs no supports.
• This model doesn't need to be scaled to fit the print bed on a Prusa MK3S. Rotate the model carefully until it's within the print boundaries.
• You can print it with a standard 0.40 mm nozzle, however a 0.60 mm hardened steel nozzle is advised if printing with iron composite PLA.
• Print layer setting is 0.20 mm
• Infill is 20% with gyroid infill pattern

Rusting Directions

If you'd like to create this model in iron composite, you can follow these instructions for successful rusting. 

• Sand the model with sandpaper between 80 and 220 grit. The scratches help expose more of the iron. Wipe off loose dust. 
• Mix one part white vinegar, one part hydrogen peroxide, and some table salt and stir to dissolve the salt completely. I used ½ cup of each vinegar and hydrogen peroxide and two tablespoons of salt. 
• Lay the model flat and using a spray bottle, spray the mixture very thinly on one side. Allow it to dry and spray another fine layer. Continue under desired results and repeat on the other side. 
• The rust can wipe off after everything dries. To prevent this, apply a clear top coat to the model.