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73 People Took "I'll Make It Myself" To A Whole New Level
Art & Design,HobbiesJUL 22, 2026

73 People Took "I'll Make It Myself" To A Whole New Level

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What a time to be alive. We’re living in an age where all kinds of information is right at our fingertips, where it is possible to work a full-time job from anywhere in the world, and where one can create instant sculptures using a printer. 
Indeed, 3D printing has been all the craze in recent years, and understandably so. And just like any art form, a creative mind can easily come up with something masterful, mesmerizing, and functional enough to be part of daily life.  
Here are some examples that may inspire you to get into this endeavor yourself. As always, don’t forget to upvote those that captivated you the most.

#41 A Compact Shoe Horn That Helps Guide Your Foot Into A Shoe More Easily

A neon yellow mini shoe horn, a functional thing created with a 3D printer, helps put on a black shoe.
15points

#42 Newest Addition To The Edgemount System

A 3D printer created desk-mounted cup holder with a white mug on a desk with a computer keyboard. It is functional and cool.
15points

#43 It's A Compact Phone, Pen, USB & Microsd Desk Organiser That Helps Keep Your Desk Tidy Without Taking Up Much Space

A functional 3D printed desk organizer holds a smartphone, pens, and a USB drive, keeping a workspace tidy.
15points

#44 A Practical Drying Hanger For Socks, Underwear, And Other Small Garments, Holding Up To 21 Items

Socks hang on an orange 3D printer sock drying hanger, an example of functional 3D printed objects.
14points

#45 Just Finished This Shelf And Wanted To Share!

A black 3D printer created two-tier shelf with dimensions indicated: 245mm height, 125mm width, 258mm length.
14points

#46 A Compact Hanger Attachment For Organizing Belts Directly On A Standard Coat Hanger

A black suit jacket with a yellow 3D printed belt hanger connector holding a belt on a clothes rail, showing functional 3D printer creations.
14points

#47 Made A Simple Label Holder

A close-up of a black 3D printed label holder with a paper tag, demonstrating functional 3D printer applications.
14points

#48 A Custom-Designed, Rugged Protective Case For The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

A black 3D printer phone case for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, highlighting cool things from a 3D printer.
13points

#49 I Just Printed My Latest Can Cooler Design, And This Just Might Be My Favorite Print So Far

Four views of a Mexico-themed can holder, a functional thing created using a 3D printer, resembling a drum.
13points

#50 Dragon Mug Protector

Two unique 3D printer created dragon-themed cup holders, one with a red Nescafé mug and one with a teacup.
13points

#51 I Made Modular Shelf For A Colleague Who Wanted Something For His Keys

A modern 3D printed wall organizer with shelves and hooks holds keys, a small plant, and decorative rocks.
13points

#52 Makeup Organiser. Keeps All The Brushes Separate And Has Many Different Size Compartments To Easily Organise Different Products

A 3D printer created makeup organizer filled with various cosmetics, a functional item for everyday use.
12points

#53 I Just Finished Designing This New Magsafe Phone Stand And I’m Really Happy With How The "Pipe" Aesthetic Turned Out

A smartphone charging on a green and black stand, a cool thing created using a 3D printer, displaying time.
12points

#54 They Are Finally Completed 23 Hours Later

A hand holds a custom 3D printed water cooler with a playful cow pattern and a cute cow figurine on top.
12points

#55 A Compact Drilling Guide For Fast And Accurate Hole Positioning

A hand holds a 3D printer drill guide on a wooden surface, demonstrating functional 3D printed objects.
11points

#56 Created This Wrap Around Base/Holder

Two 3D printed organizers for pens and cable ties, demonstrating functional 3D printing.
11points

#57 Upgrade Your Coffee Setup With This Practical 51mm Coffee Station Organizer!

A 3D printer created coffee station organizer, holding a portafilter, tamper, and two filter baskets.
11points

#58 Modular Rotating Speaker Stand With Mix & Match Sizes, Adjustable Height, And Smooth 45° Rotation

Two black speakers on 3D printed stands, demonstrating functional and cool things people created using only a 3D printer.
11points

#59 I Created A Modular Organizer Some Time Ago And Have Now Added An Alternative Divider

A green makeup organizer, a functional thing created using a 3D printer, filled with cosmetics on a counter.
11points

#60 Hello, I Created A 2 In 1 (Both A Bird Drinker And A Feeder In The Winter)

A gray, circular bird feeder with red and white string, hanging outdoors under a wooden structure, a functional thing created using a 3D printer.
11points
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