Where do I find cool shit like yours Justin?

Hello everyone, and welcome to Blog 1!

This is the first entry in a series where I’ll be breaking down the 3D printing process and making it easier to understand.

At its core, 3D printing is pretty straightforward: you start with a digital file (most often an STL), run it through a slicing program, send it to the printer, and after a bit of time and fine-tuning, you’ve got a finished—or nearly finished—object in your hands.

So how does that fit into the service we offer? Simple:

1. You find an STL file you’d like printed.

2. Download it from the site you’re using.

3. Send it to us for a quote.

4. We handle the rest.

Now, the big question: where do you actually find STL files?

Here are some of my favourite places to look:

• Makerworld – Great for FDM (plastic) files like toys, gadgets, and household items.

• Thangs – Similar to Makerworld with plenty of functional and fun prints.

• MyMiniFactory – My go-to for miniatures, busts, and tabletop gaming models (like D&D or Warhammer). Perfect for resin printing thanks to the extra detail.

• Cults3D – A broad mix of designs, including unique pieces you might not spot elsewhere.

"But what about things like your Lightboxes I've seen you make Justin?"

Those ones I actually design through BambuLab's slicer program if you need help with this, please get in contact via our "How do I get things printed" tab!

That’s all for today’s post. In the next blog, we’ll dig into the differences between FDM and resin printing—two very different ways of bringing your digital files to life.