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MRRF, ERRF, RMRRF & SMRRF: Four Places to Celebrate 3D Printing in 2023

First there was MRRF. Then ERRF. Now RMRRF and SMRRF! No, I didn’t just face plant on my keyboard, these are the nicknames of four awesome RepRap Festivals! The Midwest, East Coast, Rocky Mountain and Sanjay Mortimer RepRap Festivals are 3D printing gatherings happening in 2023. In case you didn’t know, RepRap stands for “Replicating …

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Thangs Weekly Creator Contest: Here to Win (update)

(Updated March 5, 2023)Thangs.com is one of my favorite stl file sharing sites for finding the best models to 3d print. There are two major reasons I keep coming back to Thangs. First, they scan the entire internet looking for 3d printable files and offer results from many other file sharing sites. There’s no need …

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It sticks! How to use Glue Stick on 3D Print Bed

One of the most common challenges in 3d printing is getting proper first layer adhesion between your printer’s build surface and the object you’re printing. If your prints are lifting up at the corners or popping off entirely I’ve got a quick and easy solution: glue stick. Before you roll your eyes at me, hear …

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3D Printing Valentines for the Classroom: A High-Tech Take on an Old-School Holiday

Let your kid make use of your 3D printer for some high-tech classroom Valentines that are sure to impress their friends. Valentine’s Day — or Friendship Day at our school — is a tricky holiday for younger kids. They want to show their friends they care without, you know, getting all mushy. (Or maybe that’s …

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Nozzle Nirvana: Find the Perfect Fit for Your 3D Printer

3D printing technology has come a long way, and one of the key components that has evolved over time is the nozzle. These little guys are responsible for extruding melted filament onto your print bed, layering it up to create your finished 3D object. Did you know each printer can have a different type of …

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