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The PrintWonders Blog
Tips, tutorials and behind-the-scenes looks at our creations in 3D printing, laser cutting and much more.
Appliance broken by one missing plastic part? Have it remade
The reference is gone from the manufacturer's catalogue and the appliance still runs. Here is the step by step method to have the missing plastic part remade by 3D printing.
What does it really cost to replace a broken plastic part?
Before writing off the appliance, one question always comes first: what is the budget to remake the part? Here is how the price of a 3D printed replacement part is built.
Weddings: laser engraved favours and decoration
Place cards, keyrings, welcome signs: how laser engraving turns the small objects of a wedding into keepsakes your guests actually take home.
Getting a custom plastic part made: no mold, no minimum order
A bracket, a fixing, a cover that no catalogue sells: here is how to have a custom plastic part manufactured as a single unit, with no tooling and no minimum order.
How to request a 3D printing quote, step by step
What actually happens between sending your file and opening the parcel: the full journey of a quote request, the real turnaround times and the details to include so you don't lose a day.
Rapid prototyping: test your idea in 3D printing without buying a machine
Before you produce anything, you need to know the part actually fits. Here is how to run two or three versions of a 3D printed prototype on demand, what each round teaches you and what it costs.
On-demand laser cutting: how it works when you don't own a machine
An object to personalise, a shape to cut out, and no laser at home? Here is how a laser cutting or engraving order actually unfolds in our workshop, from the first idea to the finished piece.
Small batch 3D printing: making 10 to 100 parts with no mold and no machine
Between the one-off part and industrial production sits the small batch. Here is how to get 10 to 100 custom plastic parts made without investing in a mold or in a 3D printer.
Craft workshop or online platform: what actually changes for your part
The same file sent to an industrial platform and to a French workshop doesn't give you the same result. Here is what going through a human-sized workshop changes, step by step.
Micro-mechanisms and precision parts: when resin printing is the right call
A tiny gear, a prototype housing, an assembly part that has to fit exactly: here are the projects where resin printing is the right choice, and how we handle them at the workshop.
Custom storage insert: build yours to the millimeter for your game box
Tired of loose bits and zip bags in your game boxes? Our new configurator lets you build an insert to your exact dimensions, compartment by compartment, 3D printed in France.
Getting a figurine resin printed: detail, finishes and price
Got a figurine file but no resin printer? Here's what resin printing changes for the level of detail, which finishes to consider, and how to get a reliable price.
Hand painting and varnish: what finishing really changes
Sanding, priming, painting, varnishing: finishing turns a part fresh off the machine into a finished object. Here's what each step actually brings, and how to tell whether your project needs it.
Behind the scenes: your part's journey, from file to parcel
What happens between the moment you send your 3D file and the moment the parcel arrives? A guided tour of our Vatimont workshop, step by step: quote, printing, inspection, finishing and dispatch.
Cosplay: getting your props and accessories 3D printed
Helmets, emblems, armor pieces, signature accessories: how to get your cosplay props 3D printed without owning a printer, which material to choose, and how to reach a contest-worthy finish.
Where to find free, legal 3D files to have printed
Printables, Thingiverse, MakerWorld, Cults3D: a tour of the best free 3D file libraries, how to read the licenses and how to spot a quality model before printing it.
Laser engraving on wood: personalized gift ideas that land
A name, a date, a child's drawing engraved into wood: a tour of laser-engraved gift ideas that stand out, occasion by occasion, and how to have them made.
Resin or filament printing: how to choose for your part?
A finely detailed figurine or a sturdy bracket, a precision prototype or an everyday part: resin and filament don't play the same role. A guide to choosing the right process before you request a quote.
TPU and nylon: which filaments for flexible and technical parts?
A flexible seal, a damping pad, a gear, a wear part: when PLA and PETG reach their limits, TPU and nylon take over. A jargon-free guide to choosing.
STL, OBJ or 3MF: which file should you send to get your object printed?
The three formats accepted by 3D printing services don't carry the same information. Here's which one to choose depending on your software and your project.
Getting an object 3D printed without a printer: the complete beginner's guide
No 3D printer? No problem. File, quote, material, delivery: here's how to get your object printed by a workshop, step by step.
10 hard-to-find spare parts that 3D printing can save
An oven knob, a curtain rod clip, a dishwasher hinge: ten plastic parts manufacturers no longer sell, and that 3D printing remakes one at a time.
Ordering a 3D print without a file: the guide
No STL, no 3D model? A 3D printing order is still perfectly possible. Photos, sketches, measurements: here's how to start from nothing.
Free software to model a 3D object for printing
Tinkercad, FreeCAD, Fusion 360, Onshape, Blender, OpenSCAD: where to start when creating a 3D file to print, without spending a cent.
3D printed Raspberry Pi case: the complete guide
Existing model or custom design, ventilation, port access, materials: getting a real case printed for a Raspberry Pi, Arduino or ESP32.
Preparing your STL file for 3D printing: the guide
Mesh, wall thickness, orientation, accepted formats: everything to check on your 3D file before requesting an on-demand printing quote.
3D printing cost: understanding your quote
Volume, material, finish, post-processing, urgency: everything that moves the price of an on-demand 3D print, without the made-up numbers.
3D printing in Moselle: a workshop in eastern France
Lead times, advice, direct conversation: what a 3D printing workshop rooted in one region changes for your projects and your custom parts.
Laser or 3D printing: which technology for which project
Additive or subtractive, in volume or flat: how to choose between 3D printing and laser cutting based on your project and what you actually need.
Organizing your kitchen with 3D printed storage
Drawer organizers, lid racks, wall mounts: on-demand 3D printing gives your kitchen structure to the centimeter, one piece at a time.
Organizing your home office with 3D printing
Cable combs, monitor risers, cubbies and custom organizers: how on-demand 3D printing helps give a home office some structure.
3D printed Lenovo Legion Go accessories: the guide
Dock, stand, wall mount, protection: a tour of the Lenovo Legion Go and Legion Go S accessories that on-demand 3D printing tailors to your setup.
3D printed Nintendo Switch accessories: the practical guide
Alternative dock, stand, grips, transport: what on-demand 3D printing changes for your Nintendo Switch accessories, OLED and Lite included.
PLA, PETG or wood PLA: choosing your 3D printing material
Standard PLA, technical PETG or good-looking wood PLA: how to pick the right material for your accessories, your decor and your repairs.
Acoustic slat wall: fitting out your slats without drilling
Shelves, controller holders, headphone hooks: how to add accessories to an acoustic slat wall without drilling the wood or breaking the look.
Laser cutting projects: materials, ideas and ordering on demand
Want to create something with laser cutting or engraving? Compatible materials, file formats, uses and limits: the complete guide before you order.
3D printed Steam Deck accessories: the complete guide
Stands, docks, protection, grips: a tour of the Steam Deck accessories that on-demand 3D printing lets you tailor to how you actually play.
Displaying your LEGO® on the wall: choosing a custom shelf
A LEGO® collection deserves better than a flat-pack shelf. Here's how to choose, size and mount a custom 3D printed wall shelf.
3D printing plastic spare parts: the guide
Broken knob, missing clip, part you can't find anywhere? Here's how to get a custom plastic spare part printed, from STL to quote.
Magic: The Gathering formats in 2026: which to choose and why
Standard, Modern, Pioneer, Legacy, Commander, Draft... Every major format examined so you can pick the one that matches your play style and your budget.
One Piece Card Game: the complete guide to the TCG on the rise
Rules, formats, signature decks and accessories: everything you need to know about One Piece Card Game, the collectible card game establishing itself as the TCG phenomenon of the decade.