Method #1: Fill in the neck groove. Here's what the first pass looks like. Force the epoxy into the groove, and make sure that there is a layer of epoxy around the top of the neck to stabilize the area. Once the first layer of epoxy has set, apply another layer, and smooth. The top of the neck should be smooth and slightly rounded. This is where the mane will be glued.

Method #2: Carve out the neck groove. Use a double sided file or a rotary tool. Size the neck groove by how thick the mane is going to be. A upright mane needs more hair to look realistic. Apply a layer of epoxy to the edges of the groove, and smooth the inside edge. A craft stick is a good tool for this. The edges should be straight and at right angles to the body.

Body Basics
Step 1: Fill in leg hollows
Step 2: Mane & Tail
Step 3: Neck Groove
Step 4: Sanding
Step 5: Head Sculpting: Dallas
Step 5: Head Sculpting: Khan
Step 6: Head Detail
Step 7: Eyes

Gray Samurai Horse
Step 0: Shades of Gray Horses
Step 5: Primer
Step 6: Top coat of Paint
Step 7: Final details
Step 8: Mane & Tail Hair

Appaloosa Horses
Step 0: Appaloosa Coat Patterns
Step 5: Primer
Step 6: Top coat of Paint
Step 7: Final details
Step 8: Mane & Tail Hair

Pintos & Paint Horses
Step 0: Pinto & Paint Coat Patterns
Step 5: Primer
Step 6: Top coat of Paint
Step 7: Final details
Step 8: Mane & Tail Hair

Bay & Brown Horses
Step 0: Bay & Brown Horses
Step 5: Primer
Step 6: Top coat of Paint
Step 7: Final details
Step 8: Mane & Tail Hair

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