February 28, 2026
Description
A cute standing garden gnome designed for clean, easy FDM printing. Prints upright with light or minimal supports and works great in PLA or PLA+. Smooth surfaces make it perfect for painting with acrylics—prime, paint, and seal for indoor or outdoor display. Great for planters, shelves, fairy gardens, or DIY craft projects.
Printer Type: FDM
Layer Height: 0.16–0.20 mm
Walls: 3
Top/Bottom: 4 layers
Infill: ~6% (Lightning or Gyroid)
Supports: Light/minimal; prints upright
Orientation: Upright for best detail
Filament: PLA or PLA+
Cooling: Standard PLA cooling
Adhesion: Skirt or none; brim optional
Difficulty: Beginner‑friendly
Post‑Processing: Snip supports, light sanding optional, prime + paint recommended
Prime with any standard spray or brush‑on primer. Acrylic craft paints work beautifully on the smooth surfaces. Finish with a matte clear coat if displaying outdoors.
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License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial — NoDerivatives