Earbud holder with keyring tab...

The Earbud Holder from Thingiverse caught my attention recently. There was a comment asking if it could have a key chain loop added... it sure can! It's a matter of personal preference whether you print the version with or without the keyring tab, or take the design further. It's great how designs evolve. I fitted a small ring and short length of cord to the holder.Notes:I dropped the original Core .stl into Sketchup and drew on a tab with a...

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A focus on ABS and a new printer hood (with video clips)

ABS is a tough, impact and temperature resistant plastic. It can be injection moulded and extruded. It has many common uses, from Lego to car bumpers. Being able to print in ABS is an important progression for me in terms of the robustness of the objects I might design, prototype and print.My first ventures into printing with ABS did present some challenges. It's extrusion temperature, in the region of  240 Deg C, is a good deal higher than...

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Christmas printing fun...

Thingiverse Santa Sleigh driven by the Snowman! Some red acrylic paint easily added a touch of colour to the white ABS plastic.A variety of other Thingiverse Christmas ornaments!The Angel was creating by tracing some internet clip-art in Sketchup, extruding the shape a few mm and cutting slots so the two halves slide together. It's a simple construction but looks well.Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to a...

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