The Best DIY 3D Printed Christmas Gifts
Bring the festivities to your loved ones with these DIY 3D Printed Christmas gifts.
We’ve put together a list of fun Christmas present ideas that’ll wow your family & friends, without breaking the bank. We’ve got something for everybody: from kids to colleagues, they’ll love these DIY 3D printed presents.
Why Your Friends & Family Will LOVE a 3D Printed Gift
Nothing says “I care” more than a gift that you spent time and effort on. Your loved ones will appreciate the gesture, and the gift ideas we’ve put together are far from boring!
Whether it’s for a colleague, your partner, your parents or your children, we guarantee that they’ll be impressed with their Christmas gift.
3D Printed Christmas Gifts for Kids
Board Games
Did you know that you can 3D print entire board games at home? For a Star Wars fan, here’s a Star Wars board game. Or what about some IRL Tetris, to give your kids a blast from the past? And for the little builders, you can 3D print customizable Lego!
An Action Figure
Every child wants a model of their favorite TV character! If yours is into Marvel, we have the perfect Spiderman action figure for Santa to gift to them.
A Decorative Piece
If you’re looking for a Christmas gift for older children, look no further than this cute 3D printed mushroom lamp to add some color to their bedroom. Or how about an Oreo Cookie Storage Box to store all their favorite toys!
3D Printed Christmas Gifts for Colleagues & Friends
A Custom Phone Case
If you’re unsure of what to get your friend or coworker for Secret Santa, a custom 3D printed phone case is the perfect solution! Everyone needs a cellphone case, and who doesn’t like a personal touch?
A Universal Bottle Opener
Here’s an idea that everyone would love! A universal bottle opener. Whether it’s a bottle of water, beer, or a can of soda, this opener can do it all. It’s useful, creative, and unique! What’s not to love?
Something Different
Everyone has a fun friend or coworker, always up to shenanigans. We guarantee there’s nothing they’ll love more than this Octopus Shot Dispenser. It’ll make everyone laugh, and it might just come in handy at the next office party!
A Plant Pot
Here’s one that’ll never fail you: a funky plant pot. Choose from a Super Mario plant pot, a Baby Groot planter, or a classic one with a twist – who wouldn’t want a plant pot with legs?
3D Printed Christmas Gifts for Family
A Wall Piece
A decorative wall hanging is an excellent gift for the interior decorators of the family. A hexagonal LED panel is a great dual-use statement piece, or a replica of The Great Wave of Kanagawa for the art connoisseurs.
A Kitchen Gadget
Cool, useful kitchen gadgets make life so much easier. This is a 3D printed Christmas gift that everyone would love! From a garlic press to heart-shaped sushi makers, we know that these items will impress your family members.
A Keyring
Gift your family member a constant reminder that you care with a keyring that they’ll love.
If they’re known for their sense of humor, there are a couple of meme keyrings to 3D print. For cartoon lovers, there’s a Lisa Simpson keyring as well as this cute one of Studio Ghibli’s Totoro.
Arts & Crafts Tools
Every family has an artist, or at least someone who enjoys their arts and crafts. They’ll love a customizable embossing stamp, a tiny paint palette or even some stencils.
Final Thoughts
Creativity is in this year, and Santa would approve of you making a DIY, personalized gift for your loved ones.
If you’re still struggling to find the perfect 3D printed Christmas gift, here is our guide to finding product templates. Browse through thousands of designs and ideas to find the ideal Christmas present for your loved one.
And if you’re just getting started with 3D printing, read our article for some killer tips for beginners.
We hope that this article has helped you find the perfect present to print. Check out the rest of our website for product reviews, buyer’s guides and more about 3D printing!
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