weekly challenge : four

For this challenge, we were asked to 3D print a model we had created in the last weekly challenge. Since I didn't do last weeks challenge, I just downloaded a file from the internet and attempted to print that.

I decided I might as well try print a piece that I will use in my object, which is a lamp. I am planning on 3D printing the base for it. I found the file download here where the base is used for a lighted vase holder.

Here is my first attempt:

So it didn't really go to plan... Half way through the print the filament stopped extruding from the printer and I'm not really sure why... It will be something I have to ask about in our next studio session.

However, I think finally getting something (although it's shit) printed is a step in the right direction for this project. I'm now a little bit more confident in using the printers and it's probably better that I find out that these weird things happen now as opposed to later!