Friday, October 8, 2021

New updates to Thangs and models for your weekend!

Weekly Update
New Product Updates, New Models, and Extended #HalloWearables Contest
More Security And Improved Search
In the latest updates to Thangs, we added 2-Factor Authentication, which will add an extra layer of security to your account, the ability to modify your email address, and improvements to text searches.
Weekly Model Round Up
Need some inspiration for models to print this weekend? Check out our latest Weekly Model Round Up blog, which includes some festive Halloween models. Share with us what you make! Upload photos of your finished work on the model page and tag us if you share on social: @Thangs3D  
Now Extended: #HalloWearables Design Challenge
We've extended our #HalloWearables design challenge until October 31st at 11:59pm PST to enter. Prizes include a LulzBot 757 Sidekick printer ($1435 value!), GreenGate3D filament, and more! 
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Friday, October 1, 2021

$3.5k in Prizes

Weekly Update
Challenges Ending Soon & Model Round Up

HalloWearables Design Contest with Zack Freedman
The #HalloWearables design challenge is your chance to win a new LulzBot TAZ SideKick 747 plus 5kg of GreenGate3D filament (combined value of $1,585)! If you're into cosplay/costume creation, designing movie props, or wearable tech -- this is the challenge for you! 
Print-in-Place Designs with Product Design Online
One full week remains in the #3Dprint print-in-place design challenge.  Test your design skills with various hinges, links, or joints for a chance at $1,400+ in prizes.  Looking for inspiration?  Search Thangs.com for "#3Dprint" to see designs such as: articulated hands, fidget toys, and functional watch winders. We're excited to see what you create!  Submissions due by Friday, October 8th at 11:59 PM Pacific.
Model Round Up
Wrapping up the week with several new, featured models.  This week's model round up includes the following festive models: pumpkin décor, Ghostface, coffins, and nearly every character from Ghostbusters! Check out all featured models in the Weekly Model Round Up! 
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Monday, September 27, 2021

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Old Basement, New Shop!

Posted: 27 Sep 2021 09:57 AM PDT

Bill takes you on a tour through our new workshop setup! A lot of thought and design went into making this space function for us and a shop will always be a work in progress.

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Friday, September 24, 2021

Updates and #HalloWearables

Weekly Update
#HalloWearables Design Contest.
Featured Models.
New Thangs. 

#HalloWearables
If you're someone that enjoys cosplay, designing wearables, or creating cyborg tech gear like Zack Freedman - we've got a challenge for you! The challenge is to create a 3D printed, wearable design. Thanks to the Lulzbot and GreenGate3D, we have amazing prizes!  Check "Contest Details" for more information. 
 
New Thangs
In case you missed them, several new features were released.  New features include a better experience for in-app browsers, refined hashtag search, new permission settings, and improved search for your favorite creators! Try searching Thangs for: CCT, FHW, or Hot Rod Hippie.
 
Model Round Up
Earlier this week, we published our Model Round Up blog featuring new models from several community members.  The models include: functional prints, a new Puft Marshmallow Man, fall themed models, and a unique model representing four-dimensional geometry. 
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Monday, September 20, 2021

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Immortal JEDI Mashup – Making the Highlander LIGHTSABER

Posted: 17 Sep 2021 12:32 PM PDT

Bill loves Highlander and Star Wars, so when he got his hands on a sword mold from Highlander 2, a mash up had to happen! The lightsaber was purchased as a kit, but all the connecting pieces were machined from real metal! Also, the handle came from a special mold…

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  • Bring Home The Beats by Jake Bradford-Sharp

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