Maker 3D Printing Challenge

Makers and DIYers are suddenly among the sexiest amateurs online. Everyone's building, creating, constructing - it seems that surfing (the most hipster hobby available), has now been replaced. What gave the Makers Movement such a powerful boost that it went from geeky to cool? We’ll take a wild guess and say that (among other things) it’s definitely 3D printing models.

Makers are dedicated to building useful, sustainable products using the collective knowledge, since designs are often open source, allowing others to contribute. We have noticed the surging interest in the Makers Movement among 3D designers and thought it’s the right time to tap into this fast-growing industry. We’re fascinated to see what constructions and creations you will submit to the Makers Challenge, because we (like yourselves) believe that if you can think it, you can print it. It’s all about finding the right angle and making it into 3D files.

So what will be considerate suitable? Anything that involves engineering, building, creating, constructing, has that crazy vibe of invention and innovation and consists of at least three components. Makers want to earn money while changing the world and the society for the better, keep that in mind when you’re fiddling with your new projects. And while you're at it, think about your design from a journalist's perspective - would it make a cover story of an ordinary man, who has devised an extraordinary product? Excellent.

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Challenge ended on: 2014-12-01 23:59:59 UTC

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Entries

Below are the top quality models that were participating in this challenge.

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$6.00

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stl

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$29.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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stl

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$24.00

$80.00

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stl, dwg

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3D print model No-Face from Spirited Away

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stl, obj, mtl

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stl

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3D print model Gold ring with diamonds sapphires rubies 2

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stl

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stl

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3D print model solidworks Bracelet Design

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stl

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stl, obj, mtl

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stl

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stl

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stl

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max,

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stl

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3dm

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$9.99

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stl

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3D printable model Named to demon nurses

$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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$21.00

$70.00

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stl, dwg

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$1.50

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stl

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$7.50

$25.00

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stl, max,

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$7.77

$25.90

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stl, dwg

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stl

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stl

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stl

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3D print model Shuriken Weapon Predators

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stl

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$2.50

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stl

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$7.00

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stl, sldprt, sldasm, slddrw

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stl

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stl

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stl

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jewelry-ring 3D print model Ring diamonds

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, 3dm

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Ceiling Fan Blade Bracket 3D printable model

$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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$2.10

$3.00

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stl, sldprt, sldasm, slddrw, ige and more

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3D print model Gold ring with enamel and diamonds

$6.00

$20.00

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stl

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$3.50

$7.00

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stl

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$1.50

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stl, obj, 3ds, fbx, mtl

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$11.70

$39.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model Calvin and Hobbes iPhone 4

$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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$2.50

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stl

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$2.50

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stl

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$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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3D printable model Samsung Galaxy 5 Case

$3.50

$6.99

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stl

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mathematical-art 3D print model BRO SPHERE STRUCTURE

$10.50

$35.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

-40%

$11.40

$19.00

-40%

stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model Recycled Bottle Roof Builder

$2.10

$3.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$6.00

$12.00

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stl

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$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$6.60

$22.00

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stl

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3D printable model Case cover for Galaxy S3

$2.50

$4.99

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stl

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$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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$1.50

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stl, max, , ige, igs and more

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$9.99

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stl, obj, mtl

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$9.00

$18.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$2.50

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stl

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$5.00

$9.99

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stl

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$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$1.50

$3.00

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stl

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3D print model Samsung Galaxy S4 mini Case cover

$2.00

$4.00

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stl

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$2.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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Your beloved ring christmas 3D printable model

$8.99

$29.95

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stl, obj, 3ds, mtl, dae and more

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$2.50

$5.00

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stl

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Girl Sculpture 3D Printable Model people

$7.50

$15.00

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stl

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3D printable model BRO WOVEN DODECAHEDRON PENDANT

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$8.97

$29.90

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D print model Zombie Hand Smartphone Holder

$4.50

$9.00

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stl

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$8.70

$29.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$9.00

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stl, obj, 3ds, mtl

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$3.50

$7.00

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stl, ige, igs, iges

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Smartphone Bracelet Holder 3D printable model

$4.50

$9.00

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stl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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GRAVITY TRIPLY STRUCTURE LOOP 3D print model

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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Stone Angel makerschallenge 3D print model

$4.50

$9.00

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stl

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stl

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3D printable model BRO WOVEN TETRAHEDRON 2 PENDANT

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model EARRING ICOSAHEDRON LINKED STAR

$9.50

$19.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model BRO WOVEN OCTOTOAD 2 PENDANT

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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$4.50

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stl

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stl, obj, mtl

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$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D print model TWISTED TAPER GRAVITY SPHERIZE

$8.70

$29.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO WOVEN TETRAHEDRON PENDANT 3D printable model

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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$6.00

$11.99

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stl

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$1.50

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3ds, ige, igs, iges, max and more

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3D print model BRO WOVEN ICOSAHEDRON PENDANT

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D print model 1860 CANNON WITH CARRIAGE

$7.50

$24.99

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stl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO WOVEN DODECHEDRON 2 PENDANT 3D printable model

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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BRO WOVEN OCTAHEDRON 2 PENDANT 3D print model

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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$7.50

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$9.50

$19.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$2.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model Master Chief Figurine

$4.50

$9.00

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stl

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3D printable model BRO WOVEN CYLINDER PENDANT

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$8.97

$29.90

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model BRO PENDANT 3dprinting

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model BRO SPHERE ORBIT hobby

$7.50

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model BRO PENDANT makerschallenge

$6.00

$12.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO WOVEN OCTOTOAD PENDANT 3D printable model art

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO SPHERE STRUCTURE 3D print model mathematical-art

$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$1.50

$3.00

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obj, mtl, fbx

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$6.00

$12.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model makerschallenge BRO SPHERE STRUCTURE

$14.70

$49.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

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hoedecor 3D print model BRO SPHERE STRUCTURE

$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

-70%

$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO SPHERE STRUCTURE artchallenge 3D printable model

$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$2.50

$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$6.00

$12.00

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stl, obj, mtl

-70%

TWISTED TRIPLY GRAVITY SPHERIZE 3D print model

$6.30

$21.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$9.00

$18.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO ECLIPSE VASE TYPE printing 3D print model

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$14.70

$49.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model BRO WOVEN TETRAHEDRON

$11.97

$39.90

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stl, obj, mtl

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$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D print model BRO OCTAHEDRON STRUCTURE X1

$2.50

$5.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

-70%

$7.50

$25.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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jewelry-pendant BRO PENDANT 3D print model

$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$5.00

$10.00

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stl, obj, mtl

-70%

$8.70

$29.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

Free

stl

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3D print model GRAVITY FLOWER KNOT HOMEDECOR

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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geometric BRO WOVEN DODECHEDRON 2 3D print model

$5.00

$10.00

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

-70%

Madonna Pose by Space 3D for 3DPrinter girl-character

$7.20

$24.00

-70%

stl

-50%

$9.50

$19.00

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stl

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Splash Phone or Tablet Holder 3D printable model

$4.50

$9.00

-50%

stl

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$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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3D printable model Skull Toon Candle Holder

$4.50

$9.00

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stl

-70%

$11.97

$39.90

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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BRO LAMPSHADE light-house 3D print model

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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$4.50

$9.00

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stl

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BRO LAMPSHADE lighting lampshade 3D print model

$6.00

$20.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$7.50

$15.00

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stl, obj, mtl

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makerschallenge 3D print model BRO LAMPSHADE

$6.45

$12.90

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$6.45

$12.90

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

-70%

$6.00

$20.00

-70%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$7.50

$15.00

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

-50%

$9.95

$19.90

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

Minecraft Sword - 3D Print Kid Toy games-toys

Free

stl

-50%

$6.45

$12.90

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stl, obj, mtl

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kitchen BRO WINE GLASS 3D printable model

$6.00

$12.00

-50%

stl, obj, mtl

Free

stl

BatCopter Flying RubberBand Powered - 3D Print

Free

stl, obj, mtl

Free

obj, mtl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl, obj, ige, igs, iges and more

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Skull Style Phone Case for Sony 3D printable model

Free

stl

3D print model Earphone Wrapper Bracelet

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

3ds, fbx

3D print model Leaf Style Phone Case for Sony Z2

Free

stl

3D print model Spoke tool 8 groove tira raggi

Free

sldprt, sldasm, slddrw

3D printable model Beehive Style Phone Case for Sony Z2

Free

stl

srimath pamban swamigal 3D printable model

Free

stl

Free

stl

Free

stl

Tree of life napkin holder 3D print model

Free

stl

Free

stl, sldprt, sldasm, slddrw

Free

stl

Free

stl, 3ds, fbx, dxf, max and more

Free

stl

Free

stl

3D print model printing BRO TORUS STRUCTURE X1

Free

stl, obj, mtl

Free

stl

Free

stl

holder Headphone Stand 3D printable model

Free

stl

Vertical headphone stand 3D printable model

Free

stl

Free

stl

artchallenge Number One Cup 3D print model

Free

Free

3D printable model Yo Buds the ear bud holder

Free

Ipod and Iphone Stand 3D printable model

Free

Free

stl, obj, mtl

Awards & Prizes

There are two categories of awards in this challenge. Each of them will have one winner and two runner-ups.

Best 3D Maker/ DYI Model

The award will be given for the best 3D printable Makers/ DYI model uploaded during the challenge period.

For the winner

3D printer by Dfrobot
Fillaments by drreelings3dfilament
Fillaments by Fillamentum
3D printing your model of choice by Re3D
200 credits by CGTrader
Promotional features by CGTrader

For the 1st runner-up

Fillaments by drreelings3dfilament
Fillaments by Fillamentum
3D printing your model of choice by Re3D
100 credits by CGTrader

For the 2nd runner-up

Fillaments by Fillamentum
3D printing your model of choice by Re3D
100 credits by CGTrader

Best 3D Maker/ DYI Portfolio

The award will be given for the best and most of 3D Makers/ DYI models uploaded during the challenge period.

For the winner

Fillaments by drreelings3dfilament
Promotional features by CGTrader
200 credits by CGTrader

Terms & Conditions

In order to qualify for the prize winnings, you must agree to terms & conditions.

Things you must know

3D Makers Challenge will run from the 30th of September, 2014, to the 1st of December, 2014.
When uploading your entry be sure to check "3D Makers Challenge" to get your model tagged and counted to the challenge.
You can model all kinds of Do-it-yourself models. The originality and usability of the model will be definitely considered when judging.
Your model should created from at least three components

Things you should know

Designs uploaded to the gallery are not treated as valid entries.
Upon joining this challenge, you agree that renderings of your models might be used by sponsors for marketing (non commercial!) purposes.
You can have as much entry models as you want. By uploading more than 10 entry models you are eligible to enter Portfolio category too.
The challenge is open to everyone, including teams, legal entities and people from all over the world.
Participating in the challenge and uploading your models to our 3D model website is free of charge.
All the entries must be original and not derivable.
You can find the challenge announcement on our Blog and feel free to drop a thread on our Discussions board.
Employees and relatives of CGTrader and sponsor teams are not allowed to participate in this challenge.
Any existing taxes or duties must be paid by the winner. CGTrader is not responsible for any illegal actions taken by the prize winners.
We are independent sheriffs of this challenge, so stick to the rules and don't do anything stupid.
Got some questions? Have suggestions? Check for FAQ or drop us a line at info@cgtrader.com.

Judging

The judging of the challenge is supervised by CGTrader staff. Winners will be chosen following the requirements below:

The judging of the challenge will be performed by CGTrader staff and sponsors. Winners will be chosen following the requirements below:

Best 3D Makers Challenge model

Quality of the 3D Makers/ DYI model
Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the 3D Makers/ DYI model
Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com

Best 3D Makers Challenge Portfolio

Quality and number of the 3D Makers Challenge models
Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the 3D Makers Challenge models
Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Please go through these questions before contacting us

Do I need to upload files or only images of my 3D design?

You need to upload files and images of your 3D design in order to participate in the challenge.

I don't want to put my entry model for sale. Do you have any suggestions?

Does earning money from your digital files sounds like a bad idea? Just try to put higher price on it, let's say 300 USD.

I don't want to loose copyrights on my model after it is sold.

There are General, Editorial and Custom licenses for you to choose under which you want to operate. Individuals or companies which bought your model can't use it for commercial purposes if it hasn't been changed. So no worries - you won't loose the copyright.

How can I participate in the challenge?

Design awesome 3D printable DYI model and upload it to CGTrader.

What if I put the required tag on my already published 3D model on CGTrader - do you treat it as a valid entry?

No. Only 3D models uploaded in the period from the 30th of September to the 1st of December 2014 will be treated as valid entries.

Do free 3D models participate in the challenge?

Yes, absolutely. Sharing artwork is always appreciated in the community.

Can I enter with 3D models which participated in other challenges elsewhere?

Yes. There are no restrictions on publishing and selling your models elsewhere.

Do price tags play any importance when entries are being judged?

No. But do not forget that the prices are always judged by the customers.

I want to participate in the challenge so I am going to delete my already uploaded models and upload them again to meet the "publishing period" requirement. Can I do that?

No. We are tracking every deleted and uploaded model, so it is useless to drive-through our requirements of the challenge.