Three 3D-printed items: a card box holding a trading card, a stepped clamp for CNC workholding, and a photography rig with a 3DBenchy model and smartphone mount.

Useful Things to 3D Print for Daily Life

3D printing is not just about artistic creations. 3D printers are helpful tools for producing practical, functional items that can solve everyday problems and draw you into home manufacturing.   Table of Contents What can you make with a 3D printer? Custom 3D Printed Card Box Adjustable Smartphone Photography Rig Workshop Fixtures and CNC Workholding Solutions…

A Snapmaker CNC machine with a wooden worktable, equipped for precision milling, shown with a tablet and additional modules against a dark industrial background.

History of CNC Machines: From Punch Cards to Your Desktop

Today, CNC machines are a mainstay for manufacturing and production, ensuring precision and efficiency. But how did they emerge and become one of the most fundamental components in production? We will delve deeper into their history, learn about what is CNC system, and also highlight different types of CNC machines. Table of Contents From Numerical…

Two blue 3D-printed boats on a mermaid-scale patterned surface, with one showing stringing issues highlighted in a close-up inset, indicating a common 3D printing filament waste problem.

Inspiring Ways to Recycle Your 3D Printer Filament

Failed prints, support structures, prototypes destined for the bin, the colorful “poop” purged during multi-color prints – if you’re involved in 3D printing, you likely have a growing collection of filament waste. It’s a common sight in workshops and labs. This often leads to the question: “Is there a way to recycle 3D printer filament?”…

A laser-cut layered Easter egg decor made of wood, showcasing bunnies, trees, and leaves in a three-dimensional design, placed on a grassy field with a blurred green background.

DIY Arts and Crafts for a Personalized Easter Egg Hunt (3D Printed & Laser Cut)

Easter celebrations have long been a time for families to come together, celebrate spring, and enjoy time-honored traditions. But this year, why settle for store-bought decorations when you can create something truly unique? Imagine a hunt filled with custom-made treasures, crafted with your own hands.   Let’s explore how you can make this Easter egg hunt…

Snapmaker Spring Sale: Time to Buy a 3D Printer

Snapmaker Spring Sale: Time to Buy a 3D Printer

As spring approaches, many find themselves inspired to begin new projects and refresh their creative spaces. For those considering an investment in making technology, the Snapmaker Spring Sale offers an opportunity to acquire 3D printing capabilities at reduced prices. Why Buy a 3D Printer This Spring?  Home Organization Solutions Spring traditionally brings a focus on…

Spools of multicolored 3D printer filaments.

3D Printer Filament Types

Filaments are the foundation of FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printing. While PLA remains the most popular choice, the world of 3D printing materials is vast and diverse, offering solutions for nearly every printing challenge.  This guide will introduce the properties of various FDM 3D printing filaments, from everyday plastics to specialized materials. Table of…