Secret Storage Book - Butterflies

The Secret Storage Book – Butterfly Edition is the sixth release in my Ornate Book series, created in direct response to repeated requests for a butterfly-themed design.

The butterfly on the cover is presented as a large, finely detailed centerpiece, framed by elaborate ornamental decoration inspired by classic engraved and embossed book covers. The sculpted relief emphasizes flowing lines, symmetry, and layered depth, allowing the design to interact naturally with light and shadow.

Designed to blend naturally into a bookshelf or display, the book discreetly conceals a practical storage compartment inside while maintaining the look of a solid, decorative volume. The interior is well suited for storing small personal items, keepsakes, or hobby accessories, making it ideal for jewelry, notes, or other small treasures.

The model is optimized for easy 3D printing. 

• No supports required

• Print-in-place hinges

• Low infill (10%) and only two perimeters needed

• Efficient filament usage with excellent surface detail

The internal paper-look storage box prints as a separate part and is fixed into the book cover using just a couple of drops of glue.

Other editions in this series:
• Secret Storage Book – Floral Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Dragon Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Fairy Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Mountain Dragon Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Valentine Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Baby Dragon Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Easter Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Steampunk Edition
• Secret Storage Book – Norse Edition

Add inserts and dividers to the book storage compartment:
• Secret Storage Book – Insert System


KEY FEATURES:

• A5-sized “large book” format

• Print-in-place functional hinges

• Magnetic lid closure

• No supports required

• Customizable book title through slicer modifier

MAGNETS:

The lid is held shut using 4 × cylindrical magnets (5mm × 3.0mm).
Magnets are glued into pre-sized recesses.

 PRINTING RECOMMENDATIONS:

• • Material: PLA

• • Layer height: 0.15 mm recommended (0.2 mm optional)

• • Perimeters: 2

• • Infill: ~10%

• • Supports: Not required

For best embossing quality, print the book standing upright.
A 5mm brim is recommended for bed adhesion.


HINGES:

The print-in place hinges are designed with 0.3 mm clearance and may fuse slightly.
After printing, gently flex the cover to release them.

 For extra durability:

• Add a 4 mm tall modifier cylinder on the hinges

• Set it to 4 perimeter layers (or 100% infill)

Pre-made PrusaSlicer project files are included with this modifier already applied.

Scaling: Feedback from users indicates the model scales well down to 80%, with the print-in-place hinges remaining functional. However, this has not been personally verified, and results may vary depending on printer and settings.


CUSTOM BACK TEXT:

The back cover supports custom recessed text. Add your favorite book-title directly in the slicer!

In PrusaSlicer:

• Add Text Modifier

• Set to “Cut”

• Depth: 1.2 mm

• Select the desired font and adjust size and positioning

 A ready-made text modifier is included in the .3mf files

Tip: If you plan to use the fully embossed book as a decorative desk-piece, rotate the book cover text so the text reads from top to bottom. This will ensure the text is the correct way up when the book is laying on the table.

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Release history:
07.feb.2026 - First version release

Filaments used in the photos:
- Filament PM, PLA, Pearl Green
- Spectrum Filaments, PLA, Ivory Beige