Hexagonal 3D Fabric (with organza)

Important Note:

To print this fabric, you’ll need an organza roll that’s as wide as your print bed.

The print profile includes a pause at the 6th layer. 
While the print is paused, place the sheet of organza over the print area and secure it at the sides with magnets.
Once you've done that, you can resume the print.

 

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Designing "fabrics" you can make on your own 3D printer is something tons of designers have explored and experimented with.
 

To prove the point, just do a quick search for "fabric" or "skin" on Makerworld, and you’ll find tons of results! I've gone through quite a bit of filament myself just to study these and see how they feel.

In many cases, I found the results a bit too thick, which makes it tricky if you want to use it for something like a pouch, a bag, or even a wearable piece like armor.

One possible solution that some designers use is to add a layer of organza or tulle during the print. 

Organza is a lightweight, transparent fabric made from woven threads to create a sheer texture.

The organza I used for this experiment was bought online for just a few bucks and is made from synthetic fabric.
 

 

 

 

Printing Instructions: – Heads up! –

To print this hexagonal fabric, you’ll need to do a bit of manual work. 
Pause the print after a few layers, lay a sheet of organza across the print bed to cover the printed area. Make sure the organza is held down with magnets at the edges of the print bed so it doesn’t move, then resume the print.

Happy printing, everyone!

 

Additional Information

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