Top 20 Free 3D Printed Christmas Gifts 2014
Objective: It's that time of year again when you are rushing around trying to figure out what to get everyone for Christmas. Perhaps it's even midnight of Christmas. Don't fear because you can 3D print a gift out at any time if you have a printer. Here are some of the items that I recommend printing. If you really want to make it personal, you can add some customization, perhaps a note that you can model into the object using Blender. For lessons on how to use Blender see this post: Blender Curriculum & Video Tutorials
To see the current year's post see here Top Christmas Gifts & Top Ornaments
To add a name or message see this post: Adding a Name or Text
1) Chess Set
There are hundreds of styles from robots , Dr. Who, minions, you name it! Ever played 3 person chess? You can even create your own version of chess as you can print new pieces.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:470700
Minions: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:376059
Voronoi: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:172960
Minions: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:376059
Voronoi: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:172960
2) Ornament
Who wouldn't want an ornament? From snowflakes to Yoda, if you can think of it, it can be made. Even the White House prints their ornaments: http://3dprintingindustry.com/2014/12/08/white-house-blue-room-3d-printed-christmas/
As seen below:http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:188481
Spiral: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:583313
Dove: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:537225
Spiral: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:583313
Dove: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:537225
3) Musical Instrument
From guitars to flutes there are quite a few options already out there. Obviously they will not sound as good as the real deal, but when you want to put on an appearance, look no further.
Flute as seen below:: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:12301
Electric Guitar: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:352349
Electric Violin: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:219040
Electric Guitar: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:352349
Electric Violin: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:219040
4) Phone, Tablet, Raspberry Pi, etc. Case
There are thousands of models,and just about everyone has bought a case for their electronics. You can't go wrong here.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:213990
Gear Iphone: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:65810
Raspberry Pi: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:24945
Gear Iphone: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:65810
Raspberry Pi: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:24945
5) Jewelry
Although not as comfortable, this is will definitely start up a good conversation.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7048
Fox Ring: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:122015
Treble Clef Earring: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:83588
Fox Ring: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:122015
Treble Clef Earring: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:83588
6) Jewelry Holder
If you start getting into a hobby of printing jewelry, soon you will need a place to store it all.
As seen Below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:26170
Hand: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1286
Owl: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:469664
Hand: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1286
Owl: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:469664
7) Cookie Cutter
Learn how to design your own cookie cutter here: http://3dprintingninja.blogspot.com/2014/12/how-to-make-a-3D-model-from-an-image.html
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:372665
Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5279
Christmas Tree: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:14462
Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5279
Christmas Tree: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:14462
8) Candle Fixture
Beautiful.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:32513
Orb: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:581605
Pine cone: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:199735
Orb: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:581605
Pine cone: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:199735
9) Labyrinth Message Box or Puzzle
Perhaps not the main present, but one good way to place a letter with a present.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:201097
Pentominoes: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:15201
Shape Twist Puzzle: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:186372
Pentominoes: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:15201
Shape Twist Puzzle: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:186372
10) Christmas Decor
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:490140
Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:195839
Abominable Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:38863
Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:195839
Abominable Snowman: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:38863
11) Bike Clamp
Christmas means New Years and New Years means Resolutions. At least it may motivate you to exercise for a week or two.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:56927
Flash Light: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:267045
Water Bottle: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:53973
Flash Light: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:267045
Water Bottle: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:53973
12) Legos
If only I could relive my childhood...
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:36967
Darth Vader: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:106971
Train Tracks: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:39466
Darth Vader: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:106971
Train Tracks: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:39466
13) Dreidel
Perhaps not "Christmas"...
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:14826
Droidel: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:37570
Droidel: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:37570
14) Yourself or a Friend
If you are a boss, than you can model yourself, but most of us will need help. Check out Autodesk 123D Catch App: http://www.123dapp.com/catch
Or you can find a service that can scan and print you out.
15) Favorite Character
Nerds unite!
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:241899
Yoda: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:106957
Octopus: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:27053
Yoda: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:106957
Octopus: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:27053
16) Household Items
Perhaps not the most exciting gift, but for the practically minded you can print chip bag clips to toothbrush holders.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:49263
Clip Peg: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:298955
Bag Holder: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:26767
Clip Peg: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:298955
Bag Holder: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:26767
17) Vase
Stunning.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:202774
Heatwave: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:126567
Roots: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:26227
Heatwave: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:126567
Roots: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:26227
18) Snow Scooter
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:42090
19) Keychain
Great way to advertise as a company, band, product, etc. Or if you just want some pizzazz on your key chain, suitcase, backpack.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:24675
Gladiator Helmet: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:98504
Tree of Life: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:94362
Gladiator Helmet: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:98504
Tree of Life: http://www.thingiverse.com/make:94362
20) Shower head
One word here. Win.
As seen below: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:329596
Shower Head: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:40903
Shower Head Ring: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:27304
Shower Head: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:40903
Shower Head Ring: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:27304
Here is another list of awesome 3D Printed gifts:
Do you have an item not listed above that should be on this list? Please leave your comments.
and as always thanks for visiting,The 3D Printing Ninja
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Category: 3D Printing, Christamas, Gifts
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