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Gabe @ Lucky 13 @lucky13toys.bsky.social · 7d

Oh hey - the original Dummy 13 model was posted two years ago today.

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What would you want to see in a version 2.0?

Screenshot from Printables showing Dummy 13 (beta files) with its upload date of October 13, 2023

3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 8d

Been printing thousands of these (at least 5kg of PETG so far).

What are they? I'll get around to sharing that eventually :)

These will be part of a giveaway next time I make it to a maker fair or RepRap festival.

Photo of a Prusa XL print bed in middle of printing over 100 small red rectangular objects with white stripes in various patterns. Each rectangular object has a "C" shaped claw on the one end.

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3DPrintBunny @3dprintbunny.bsky.social · 8d

I've been playing with a new string idea, I'm a bit obsessed! 😆

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 13d

I experience this constantly with everything from names to abstract principles.

Dunbar's number? 150 comes to mind without effort. But I'll struggle for hours to recall the name "Dunbar".

The only saving grace is when a word has a simple etymology I can reconstruct, which isn't the same as recall.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 14d

Looks like I might be wrong and we're getting BETTER than what I was willing to accept... I wouldn't complain.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 14d

This is what I love to hear.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 14d

While I like the full tool changer solution of the XL, IDEX seems to make a lot of sense for this format.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 14d

I have too many perfectly functioning Prusa MK3 & MK4 3D printers to justify buying a Core One...

But if they ever released a version of the Core One with 2 printheads, well, I'd find a way to convince myself to upgrade/replace them all.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 19d

Thank you! Been working on a couple things I hope to share soon :)

It's been quite a year.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 19d

Boring answer, but I really like Inland's Bone White. I don't know what it is about that specific color, but it prints better than every other shade.

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 20d

Absolutely relatable. I hope the creative muses kick back in for you!

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Mark Gerl @markgerl.bsky.social · 23d

#TodaysMomentOfAwesome Working the CocoaPress booth at @3dprintopia.bsky.social my 1st 3D print event

Walking around, talking to people, seeing the amazing ideas that come from Cartesian planes & melting plastic to become absolutely incredible designs.

11/10 would recommend

#EduSky #MakerEdu

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Cookiecad @cookiecad.com · 24d

Cookiecad has an announcement for our community.
Today we are pleased to announce the launch of Cookiecad Cares. We will launch in partnership with three organizations that promote inclusivity in 3D printing - at cares.cookiecad.com you can see our partners and apply.

Cookiecad Cares | 3D Printing With Purpose

Cookiecad Cares supports makers of all abilities with vibrant 3D filament donations, community partnerships, and education for impact.

cares.cookiecad.com

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · 28d

I've posted a requested update to one of my #3dprinted mini monster models.

The Mini Skeleton now has a 3rd pose: double pointed fingers. It's perfect for balancing multiple skulls at the same time!

www.printables.com/model/100769...

Photo of two 3D printed skeletons.

The skeleton on the left is printed at 200% scale.

The skeleton on the right is the default scale, but instead of having a single skull on its shoulders, the skeleton is holding one skull in each hand.

A third skull is sitting alone on the table.

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Fotis Mint Studios @fotismint.bsky.social · 29d

Shelob's Lair

#3DPrinting #LordOfTheRings #zbrush

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prusa3d.com @prusa3d.com · Sep 9

We have a big update for our EasyPrint service - our unique solution for slicing on phones, tablets, and in your browser now works not only with Prusa printers but also with many third-party machines. 🦾 Vorons, Creality, Bambulab, Elegoo... you name it! Try it now! prusa.io/EasyPrint

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Fotis Mint Studios @fotismint.bsky.social · Sep 9

Gimli bust

#3dprinting #ZBrush #LOTR

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Ellie Rose @ellierose.me · Sep 9

Print Kits is on BlueSky Now!! We have a new project every month at printkits.com :-)

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Dom @geektoybox.com · Sep 8

Use code GEEKTOYBOX for 20% off!

Maker Faire Orange County @makerfaireoc.com · Sep 8

Only 5 days left until Maker Faire OC 2025!

Get ready for a weekend of invention, creativity, and hands-on fun.

Tickets: oc.makerfaire.com/tickets/

#MakerFaireOC #MFOC2025 #5DaysLeft #greatestshowandtellonearth #OrangeCountyCA #event #fyp #foryoupage

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Mitch 3D @themitch22.bsky.social · Sep 5

Introducing RAD (Rod Assisted Design), my latest parametric @openscad.bsky.social model that generates dowel rod, pipe, or tube connectors for use in construction of shelves, furniture, geometric decor, toys. Link to the github repository listed as well. Please give it some likes and feedback!

Rod Assisted Design (RAD) - Modular Parametric Building System for Dowel Rod, Tube, or Pipe [OpenSCAD] by Mitch 3D | Download free STL model | Printables.com

www.printables.com

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Caleb Kraft @calebkraft.bsky.social · Aug 29

In case you didn’t know, I 3d print and donate parts to help disabled gamers be able to play. I run it all through www.thecontrollerproject.com if you want to learn more. This was this weeks shipments!

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · Aug 26

New clips installed. They look good!

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · Aug 26

So I should abandon my plans to add guitar strings to the XL so that it plays a note every time a tool is parked?

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · Aug 26

Thank you, I'll try it out!

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3D Printy @3dprinty.xyz · Aug 26

Reduces friction in the system significantly!

The filament does catch a bit at the extruder during initial load - perhaps due to the PC6-M5 connectors I used. It's a tradeoff I'm willing to accept.

I might add a very short 4mm run at the end just to transition into the extruder.

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