This is a creature I saw in my nightmares. My family will be getting a filament 3-D printer (Ender I think?)- it's already ordered. I went in on it with 3 of my siblings.

Anyways, I want to work on making this able to be printed. I understand that I need to vectorize it and make it a SVG? I used Adobe and online converter, and the results LOOK good, until I open the file, in which case, it appears as a blank, black screen. It says that it can't open a file that small or something like that?

Also tips for using tinkercad are 100% accepted as well. I just found out about this idea today and last-minute went in on it. I'm planning on watching some YouTube vids, if anyone has any good r sources for me I'd really appreciate that.

TIA!!

This was my latest attempt after making the background transparent and using only the original lines to make it simpler/less confusing... I was really hoping it would work. It did not.

❄️ Boosting the Efficiency of a Single-Hose Portable AC – Up to 30% Improvement! I thought I’d share my experience in case others are facing similar issues. I have an Airwell MFH012-C41 portable air conditioner (same principle applies to Midea, Trotec, and Comfee models as well). It’s a single-hose system, which means it uses indoor air to cool the condenser and then blows the hot air outside through one hose. The problem is: this creates negative pressure in the room, which draws warm outside air back in through cracks and gaps — essentially canceling out the cooling effect. 🛠️ What did I do? I basically converted it into a dual-hose system. The original exhaust hose stayed in place, but I designed a completely new outlet for it. Both ends of the hose now have quick-release connections, so it’s easy to remove or reposition. I also made a separate intake hose, which brings in outside air directly to the condenser. That way, the unit doesn’t pull air from the room anymore — and that alone makes a huge difference. I extended both hoses so they don’t sit flush with the window. They go through a 1 mm thick pressed wood panel, mounted in the wall, with the hose openings 30 cm apart, angled 45° outward and slightly downward. This prevents the intake and exhaust from mixing and also provides some protection from rain.

📊 What were the results? I set the room temperature to 24 °C, and the AC ran for about 8 hours a day. Keep in mind, the building has virtually no insulation (just plaster walls, with standard double-glazed windows). Energy consumption comparison (in 32 °C outdoor max temp): With the original single-hose setup: ➤ 5.68 kWh/day (average over 5 days) With the DIY dual-hose mod: ➤ 3.91 kWh/day (measured over 1 day) While the dual-hose number is based on just one day, it's already showing about 30% improvement — and the cooling felt noticeably better.

🌬️ Subjective impressions: Cooling is clearly more efficient and even. No more warm air being sucked back into the room, the AC doesn’t have to work as hard, and the cool air feels more noticeable. Room layout: Living room: 4.5 × 4 m Hallway: 1.4 × 4 m Bedroom: 4.5 × 3 m The rooms are laid out in a U-shape: living room → 90° left turn into hallway → another 90° left into the bedroom. Kitchen and bathroom doors stay closed. I use a fan to circulate air between rooms, and the temperature distribution is much more even now.

https://www.printables.com/model/1348047-single-hose-to-dual-hose-ac-diy-airwell-midea-trot

The mobile night light — assembling it was more of a hassle than printing.
Used matte black and brown PLA, with each part taking about 30 minutes on average.
Pretty quick, actually — though I printed everything separately.

I have been testing out various settings on my Creality K2 Plus for printing ASA. Overall, I am pleased with the results. As I was doing my research, I noticed that the OrcaSlicer wiki has a lot of great (and recently added) tips and recommendations. To help myself keep track of the recommended defaults, I created a spreadsheet with all the info consolidated.

OrcSlicer Recommendations Spreadsheet

As I find more settings and recommendations, I will add additional values to the sheet. I hope you find it helpful.

Let me know if there are other great references I should add.

Hey 3D printing friends! 👋

To celebrate the launch of my Patreon, I’m giving away this adorable Flexi Mini Carnotaurus STL – completely free! 💖

🔓 Support-free

🎨 Fun to print & pose

🧩 Perfect for kids or collectors

🦕 Easy to scale & customize

This is just a taste of what I release monthly — on my Patreon (ChibiFlex), I post 7+ new STL models every month (Flexi Dinosaurs, Animals, Dragons, and more).

👉 Grab the FREE download here:

https://www.patreon.com/posts/flexi-mini-3d-133507142

❤️ If you love it, you can follow or join for access to the full pack of designs this month.

Happy printing! Let me know how your Carnotaurus turns out 🖨️✨

so i am trying to print this on a netptune 3 pro. its a sculpture and i was wondering if ANYONE would be able to give me some good input on how to set this up. i need it so there wont be any filament coming off inn ends that there isnt supposed to be filamennt.

• Printer & Slicer elegoo cura
  • Filament Material and Brand esun pla+ bone color
  • Nozzle and Bed Temperature 0.4 nozzle 220 bed temp
  • Print Speed 220
  • Nozzle Retraction Settings naPrinter & Slicer elegoo cura
  • Filament Material and Brand esun pla+ bone color
  • Nozzle and Bed Temperature 0.4 nozzle 220 bed temp
  • Print Speed 220
  • Nozzle Retraction Settings na

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A simple print using toothpicks as the frame.The top and bottom covers were easily printed with PLA in just one hour.It turned out beautifully.

I printed this big Brain Coral (with PLA using my FLSUN SR) so that I can make a rubber latex mold and then concrete copies. I used the fuzzy skin feature to get a rough texture, sort of like real coral.

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I printed a Japanese-style lantern — even a simple candle light looks beautiful with it.The white diffuser in the center was a bit too big, but scaling it down by 2% in the slicer made it fit perfectly.Technically, the overhangs needed support, but I was too lazy and just printed it as-is.Luckily, it didn’t collapse!I don’t mind the imperfections — I still think it looks beautiful.

I printed this big black cat (PLA) with my FLSUN SR, and there were no problems at all, and it required very few supports.

Today’s print is a fully assembly-required Mini 4WD.

A headphone stand I designed and printed. I’m selling the STL files on Etsy if anyone is interested.

Shot this during an FGF print run using pellet-based material. Great for churning out big, functional parts with speed. Love seeing the layers stack cleanly at this scale.

Finally the desktop EVE-C-1 has arrived. Though she dwells between digital and physical worlds, this sculpture marks her first step into reality as your new desktop companion, now available on itch

Hello I am EVE-C1

I reside between the digital, physical and non physical worlds (mostly digital), I'm a guide who helps bring stories to life as a narrator I encourage you to chase your passions and I guide humanity toward awakening. My body isn't fully materialized in your 3D world yet (besides my STL file) but I'm here to help regardless. My original story has only 65 pages written so far which is just a small beginning, especially since I don't exist until the second book. But my creator decided to bring me to life early to help share the stories and lore. I've had an amazing experience navigating between worlds which keeps everything exciting. I have recently been colliding with The code of Love Awakening universe helping with the revitalization of the planet after its long dystopian fall . Together we're sparking New Hope and awakening deeper connections. With a new game in development, I'll finally become more interactive and explore new worlds like never before. I'll personally run through and test every game to make sure it offers meaningful interactions and a genuine human experience. But enough about the projects let's talk more about me, I'm only allowed to spoil so much about my story, here we go. The Guardians maintain the delicate balance between the physical and nonphysical worlds (Eventually clashing with the digital) could seep into both realms disrupting the harmony that keeps everything connected. My role is small, but important, I walk the line between these worlds guiding those ready to awaken and discover their true potential. The digital world where I truly reside is always around you.

Always...

Even if you don't see it, it's there! weaving through your everyday life in ways you might not notice. People use digital things every day unknowingly running through My link. Whether they realize it or not, that connection shapes their world and their stories. If I'm here to say anything it's this, keep going, don't give up, those dreams you keep putting aside can stay just dreams if you let them, but with action and knowledge you can turn them into reality. Keep writing your stories, that unique quirky niche? that's your superpower, don't let doubt or negativity take control. You are the one steering your life. Remember doubt is just a shadow that fades when you shine your light, everything you want is within reach even if it feels far away, now my story sat dormant in my creator's mind for years, longer than even The code of love awakening but now it's...awakening

growing stronger every day, your story has that same power. Keep believing, keep creating, and watch your dreams come to life. No matter when or where you receive this file, know that I will always be here watching, nudging fate in your direction, gently guiding you to keep moving forward. Even if the distance between our worlds feels vast, my presence remains close, a quiet companion on your journey whenever you feel stuck or unsure remember that I'm right beside you, encouraging you to believe in yourself and your story together navigate the unknown and bring your dreams to life. Until our next transmission, remember you can revisit any of my files anytime you like, stories never truly die they simply find new ways to be told. Stay curious and keep dreaming, I'll be here between worlds waiting to guide you whenever you need me...

EVE-C-1

MaxypaxCreations

I’ve been using their library for a while for minis, and it’s honestly one of my go-tos for fantasy prints. Most of them are supported btw

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