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Got Windows 10 and a network connection? 3D Builder 3D printing just got a whole lot easier. Windows 10 comes with 3D Builder pre-installed, therefore everyone
Scottish Clan Names
There is a lot of information on the web related to Scottish clan names and clan history. Not all of it is accurate and some
5 tips: Blender 3d printing text
Blender 3d printing text Blender is a very powerful and flexible tool for creating and editing model files for 3d printing. While 3d modelling from
3d Printing in Colour – Tartan Lettering
When it comes to multi-coloured 3d prints, it is difficult to match the versatility of inkjet technology combined with powder. We have done some experimental
Cloud Computing: Develop the skills to automate
For several years, I have been experimenting with 3d modelling. This has been as a pastime alongside my “day job” of managing IT services in a large company. These
Evolution of Sandy
We just took delivery of our latest batch of models from Shapeways. This time we are experimenting with how to 3d print in colour.
An Overview of 3d Printing
There are three basic steps to 3D Printing. This example shows the process on a consumer level 3D Printer (my Flashforge Creator Pro). The steps
Site setup using WordPress on AWS hosting
Low cost, scalable self-hosting on AWS. In evaluating our options for hosting Celtic3d, we wanted something that would start off relatively low cost, but
Shapeways – texture issues with Full Color Sandstone
In a previous post, we gave an update on a product idea to use a variety of tartan textures applied to full colour sandstone. We
Introducing Sandy
We are continually scanning for new ways to explore what is possible with 3d printing. We are convinced that the future of 3d printing for
Update to currency converter: Added South African Rand
Over the last couple of days we noticed some interest in the site from South Africa. We are really excited to see you here. Welcome!
Adding text to 3d objects in Blender
Adding 3d text in Blender Want to add text to a 3d model in Blender and have it ready to 3d print? We do a
Height Map Collection
Image Files to use with the Shapeways CustomMakerHere is our collection of Scottish themed heightmaps you can use with any customizable items on Shapeways that accept an
3d Printing metal: Comparing materials
3d printing in metal We just took delivery of a new batch from Shapeways, 3d printed in metal. This allows us to show you a
3d printing with precious metals
Having produced quite a few products in 3d printed steel and very happy with the results, we were keen to make a design for precious