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Earning It
Free STL Files Are Great – But These Paid 3D Model Sites Might Be Better

Free STLs are great, but sometimes it makes sense to look for paid models. Read about when it might be worth it and where to find them depending on what you need.

by Moira Daly Mar 17, 2026
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Think Inside the Box
20 Impossible 3D Printed Puzzle Boxes That Will Break Your Brain

3D printed puzzle boxes are more diverse than you might think! See how 3D printing has inspired puzzling innovation and how to make your own.

Mar 14, 2026
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Through Thick and Thin
Forget Lithophanes: This Free Tool Creates Hidden Image Print Masterpieces

Spiral Betty is a free tool that lets you turn any image into a spiralized SVG. The images look great, but are even better when 3D printed. Here’s how.

by Matthew Mensley Feb 20, 2026
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The Footwear Frontier
I 3D Printed My Own Office Shoes with Bambu Lab — Here’s Why I’m Not Ready to Commit

Bambu Lab’s TPU capabilities put to the test creating a custom-sized pair of office clogs. From the first digital layer to a final duct-tape fix, here is what it’s actually like to wear your own 3D prints.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 13, 2026
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Gridfinite Solutions
3D Print Your Way Out of Chaos With Gridfinity Modular Storage Systems: All You Need to Know

Gridfinity is more than a 3D printed storage system. It helps improve your workflow and complete projects.

by Che Simons Jan 22, 2026
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Get Bendy
TPU 3D Prints: 30 Useful Designs Only Possible with Flexible Materials

Ready to make your own flexible TPU prints? Check out our list of cool things you can 3D print with TPU and other flexible filaments!

Jan 18, 2026
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Stranger Things 3D Print: The Best STL Files

Stranger Things is back with your favorite characters and monsters. Read on to discover the coolest Stranger Things STLs you can 3D print!

Jan 5, 2026
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A Fresh Slate
3D Print Your Own 2026 New Year’s Eve Party: 15 Must-Have Projects

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 with these 3D printing projects—fast to print, reusable, and perfect for ringing in your best year yet!

by Jackson O'Connell Dec 28, 2025
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So Many Projects, So Little Time
Bring Your 3D Prints to Life: 30 Fun Arduino Projects That Move, Blink, and Think

Upgrade your 3D printing projects by adding an Arduino! Check out these Arduino 3D printer projects suitable for all skill levels.

Dec 27, 2025
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Beyond the Boat
30 Fun & Easy 3D Prints to Level Up Your Skills After the Benchy

Level up your 3D printing game without the headaches. These 30 easy projects teach you new skills while keeping it fun.

Dec 24, 2025
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Smooth Moves
PETG Smoothing: Expert Tips for a Mirror-Like Shine on Your 3D Prints

Discover five proven post-processing techniques to achieve a nearly flawless, injection-molding-like finish on your PETG prints

by Jackson Moody Dec 18, 2025
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Better than Grandma's
3D Print Christmas: 15 Last-Minute Cookie Cutters You Can Make Now

Christmas is almost here! Make sure your baked goods are in shape for the season with these great Christmas-themed 3D printed cookie cutters.

Dec 10, 2025
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So Soft
Make 3D Prints Feel Premium with Simple Fabric Inlays

3D printing is a deeply satisfying process, but the mono-material prints can be a little dull. If you’re printing a self designed gift for someone this Christmas, considering being a bit extra and add some tactility with fabrics and other flexible materials.

by Matthew Mensley Dec 6, 2025
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'Tis the Season
30+ Free Files for 3D Printed Christmas Decorations You Can’t Buy in Stores

Ready to get in the holiday spirit? Check out these wonderful Christmas 3D prints, ornaments, Nativity scenes, and more!

Dec 6, 2025
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Beeps & Pieces
Bambu Lab’s CyberBrick Is the STEM Toy to Beat this Christmas

Kickstarted into existence and slipping seamlessly into the fabric of Bambu Lab’s ecosystem, it’s easy to overlook CyberBrick and what it is. Don’t. It’s terrific.

by Matthew Mensley Nov 13, 2025
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Gifted Individuals
From Unique to Useful: The Best 3D Printed Gift Ideas of 2025

3D printing presents many opportunities for creative gift-giving. Check out our roundup of the best 3D printed gifts!

Nov 8, 2025
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Reaching Broaderlands
Are You Ready for Borderlands 4? Your 3D Printer Is!

Last Friday saw Borderlands 4 hit consoles and, wait, Printables too?!

by Jonny Edge Sep 16, 2025
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Nuts About Screws
Threads & Screws: 3D Print Them Perfectly Every Time

3D printing threads and screws that fit is a challenge. Check out this simple guide to learn how to successfully design and print them!

Sep 15, 2025
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Spice Up Your Prints
Secrets, Tips & Tricks to Painting PLA for Flawlessly Smooth Results

Want multicolor prints without a multicolor 3D printer? Paint them! Check out our complete guide to painting PLA.

by Brian Obudho Sep 2, 2025
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Top Bike Mods
From Stealth AirTag Mounts to Custom GoPro Holders: 10 Bike Upgrades You Can 3D Print This Weekend

Solve common cycling problems and add a personal touch to your bike with these ten must-have 3D prints.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 23, 2025
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