3D Printing Tutorial
You'll need time, practice, and a bit of trial and error to develop your 3D modeling skills. Here are some free resources to get started.
Got a new 3D printer? This article guides you through the first steps and provides you with a lot of ideas and free 3D models you can print.
You plan to do some 3D printing sessions? You will need some tools you may not have thought of. Make sure to get these basic 3D printing tools.
In this tutorial you will learn how to create a 3D topographic model of any landscape you and have it output on a 3D printer.
Looking for free models ready for 3D printing? There are two major meta search engines covering all relevant 3D model repositories.
A Kickstarter campaign is aiming to break the stereotype that links masculinity to technology. It helps to bridge the gap between the amount of men and women that are working in engineering.
In this workshop you'll learn how to construct a round and hollow 3D object like a coffee or a soft drink cup in the free 3D Slash software.
Learn how to create text in SketchUp that you can print on a 3D printer - e.g. a signature or company name.
Step by step guide to All3DP's price comparison tool: How to get the best price when using a 3D printing service.
If you want full, vibrant color on 3D models, your best bet is to use hydrographic printing. Here’s what you need to know about it.
Learn all about selling 3D printed items on Amazon, plus tips and tricks to ensure that your custom designs will sell like hot cakes.
Invented in 1981, the Walking Gyroscope is a cool toy that uses centrifugal force to move. Here's an open source 3D printable version.
Would you like to create your own personal rubber stamp? It's easy! Learn how it's done using modelling software and a 3D printer.
The most popular file format for 3D printing is STL; most 3D modelling applications export files to the de facto standard STL format.
New to the world of 3D printing? Never fear! This article serves up some practical advice regarding the "bread and butter" PLA/ABS filament.
3D printing in multiple colors? Yes but only when you have the right hardware. And most of it is not in the stores, yet.
There is a myriad of materials you can use in 3D printing. Most desktop 3D printers, however, are limited to various plastics.
I know what a selfie is - but, what the heck, is a 3D selfie? And where do I get one?
One of the first questions asked by people interested in 3D printing is: Where do I get things - to be more precise: models - for 3D printing?
So, what can a 3D printer be used for? What can I build with a 3D printer?