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Why I Stopped Using a Resin Printer for Polymer Clay Cutters
Let’s talk about resin 3D printers for a second. If you want to print incredibly detailed tabletop miniatures or jewelry molds, resin is absolute magic. Because it prints without visible layer lines, people naturally assume it’s the ultimate upgrade for polymer clay cutters. Smooth walls equal smooth clay edges, right? In theory, yes. In practice,…
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The 0.2mm Nozzle Lie (And Why Your 0.4mm is Actually Perfect for Clay Cutters)
Hey Maker Friends. Let’s talk about one of the biggest untruths floating around the 3D printing polymer clay community. If you’ve ever looked up how to print sharper clay cutters, you’ve probably been hit with the exact same advice: “You have to switch your printer to a 0.2mm nozzle.” Do not touch that wrench. Leave…
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Why I’m Breaking Up With STLs for my 3D Polymer Clay Tools and Why You Should Too
Let’s talk about the string telephone of the 3D printing world: the STL file. For years, it has been the absolute standard. If you want to print a polymer clay cutter, you go find an STL. I used to hoard them exactly like I hoard half-finished craft projects. Maybe “used to” is a bit much.…