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Designer Creates 3D Printed Pokéball Case to Help Catch ‘Em All in Pokémon Go

I can still remember those elementary school days, about 15 years ago for me, as I walked through the hall with my Game Boy in one hand and a binder…

MyMiniFactory 3D Designer Kirby Downey on Video Games, Cosplay and 3D Printing

If you’ve seen a 3D printed video game weapon replica go viral in the last few years then chances are that it was created by MyMiniFactory Lead Designer Kirby Downey….

Weekly Roundup: Ten 3D Printable Things – 3D Printable Star Wars Gifts

After nearly 40 years you would think that Star Wars stuff would get a bit stale. But as theaters ready themselves for the seventh film in the iconic science fiction series…

Weekly Roundup: Ten 3D Printable Things – Spooky Halloween Decorations

Halloween, aka All Hallows’ Eve, aka Goth Christmas. It’s the one day of the year that we inexplicably encourage our children to take candy from strangers, dress our babies up…

MyMiniFactory Offers a Second Opportunity to 3D Scan the World

I love traveling. If I had unlimited funds, I’d probably be on the road at least half of the year. I’ve spent some time abroad, and have visited roughly half…

Weekly Roundup: Ten 3D Printable Things – Celebrate Back to the Future Day with 3D Printing!

Well ladies and gentlesirs, today we officially live in the future. Yes, on this day, October 21st, 2015, a mad scientist named Doc Brown and his puffy-vest wearing sidekick Marty…

Using 3D Printing to Make This Amazing Star Wars: The Force Awakens Kylo Ren Helmet

It is probably safe to say that the new Star Wars film, The Force Awakens, is one of the most anticipated movies in decades. Our entire generation has grown up…

MyMiniFactory Hits Seedrs Goal as They Finally Allow Users to Upload with Rhino 3D

A small but vocal group of MyMiniFactory users have been begging the 3D printable model marketplace to allow them to upload directly from Rhinoceros 3D for almost as long as…

MyMiniFactory Hosts 3D Print Vase & Planter Design Competition with a Twist

MyMiniFactory is holding a competition, but it’s not set up in the traditional way. The better your design is, the bigger the prizes for everyone. It costs nothing but your time…

3D Print a Working Halo UNSC Falcon Helicopter FPV Quadcopter Drone

While they often get overlooked by the wider mainstream media, the impact that video games have on our culture is rapidly becoming difficult to ignore. Generally considered the hobby of nerds…

3D Print a Wearable Eredin, King of the Wild Hunt Helmet from The Witcher 3

Throughout many legends and throughout many different cultures, the Wild Hunt is a terrifying myth linked to destruction and is often the foretelling of bad omens or times of unrest….

This 4 Foot Long ‘League of Legends’ Ekko Sword Was 3D Printed by Simone Fontana

League of Legends (LoL) is a multiplayer online video game that was originally released back in October of 2009. Developed by Riot Games, it has become one of the most…

Say Hello to the 3D Printed Airsoft Thorn Hand Cannon – A Replica That Actually Shoots!

Over the past couple of years we have seen a lot of very well designed replicas of movie and video game props 3D printed and shared via the internet. This…

Don This 3D Printed Lich King Helm and Rule the World of Warcraft

In terms of MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games), the big daddy on top of the heap will always be World of Warcraft. Despite being over a decade old…

Greek Designer 3D Prints This Smoke-Breathing Dragon Head Incense Burner

Art, design, creativity and innovation go hand in hand when it comes to 3D printing. The technology has opened avenues for artists to bring their ideas to life in ways…

It’s Dangerous to Go Alone! 3D Print This Legend of Zelda Master Sword!

Since 1986, the Legend of Zelda’s titular princess has sent millions of gamers on unending quests full of adventure, puzzles and action. Players control Link, a diminutive green-tunic wearing elf…

3DPrint & My Mini Factory Team For 3D Printed Star Wars Han Solo Blaster Giveaway

If you’ve ever been to one of our booths at the various trade shoes we attend, you would know that 3DPrint.com loves giving back to the community, via cool prizes…

Turn Your Drone into a 3D Printed Version of the Millennium Falcon from Star Wars

When it comes to 3D modeling and printing, there are few individuals who possess the skill level that MyMiniFactory’s Lead Designer Kirby Downey has. He’s created some of the most…

This Amazing 3D Printed Guitar Design is Based on H.P. Lovecraft’s Stories

Back in May, we covered a story about a man named Francesco Orrù, who had 3D printed a guitar inspired by H.R. Giger. His design, which was 3D printed in…

Get Your Full Size Destiny 3D Printable Gjallahorn Rocket Launcher from MyMiniFactory

The 3D printing industry has dozens of 3D model marketplaces at this point, many of them trying to set themselves apart by putting their own spin on the business model….

MyMiniFactory Wants to Give You Free Filament

Let’s be honest, 3D printing is not by any stretch of the imagination an especially affordable or inexpensive hobby. While there are a few decent sub-$1000 desktop 3D printers on…

BEWARE: These 3D Printed Minions Will Take Your Money!

One thing that we have been seeing more and more of lately, within the desktop 3D printing space, is people coming up with ways to use 3D printers in order…

Show Your Appreciation for MyMiniFactory’s 3D Designers with New Tipping Feature

Anyone who has ever worked for tips will tell you that financial recognition of their above-and-beyond talent, service, or other professional work is one of the best ways to make…

3D Printed Chain Converts the Pebble Time into a Pocket Watch

Styles come and go…and come again and the pocket watch is no exception. There’s something about a pocket watch that is really appealing and whether it’s a statement of nostalgia…