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3D Lithophane - 3D Print shops wanted in every country, and say hello to 3D Prints Fast

6 Nov 2026

Our new partner 3D Prints Fast now prints and posts your lithophanes and models in the US, and we're looking for print shop partners worldwide.

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3D Lithophane - Mechanism, the newest tab in 3D Maker Studio ⚙️

2 Nov 2026

A look at gears, belts and lead screws, and the new Mechanism tab taking shape in 3D Maker Studio.

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3D Lithophane - Your empty filament spools are about to become drawers

29 Oct 2026

Measure your spool, pick your drawers and print a storage tower that fits it exactly. Free with a free account.

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Making Things Bend: Joints and Flexi Links in the 3D Designer v2 & 3D Maker Studio

26 Oct 2026

Learn how joints, flexi links and the Bend tool in the 3D Maker Studio or 3D Designer v2, let you print models that move, right out of the box.

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CNC Router Studio: From the Idea to the Cut

24 Oct 2026

A look at CNC Router Studio, where photo carving, cut-outs, V-carve signs and circuit board milling all come together in one place.

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3D Lithophane - Did You Ever Try CNC? Here's What's Coming

20 Oct 2026

CNC router tools are on the way: carve a photo relief from your browser, with proper tool radius compensation. Here's what's coming and how to get early access.

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3D Lithophane - Meet 3D Maker Studio: all your 3D tools in one app

18 Oct 2026

Your models, the Designer, a converter, pictures and colour painting together, for Windows and Mac. Coming Soon!!!! Download it from 1 November 2026.

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3D Maker Studio: Everything for Your Prints, in One App, From 1 November

16 Oct 2026

From 1 November, the 3D Designer and 3D Previewer desktop apps come together on your workbench, free to download for Windows and Mac.

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3D Designer v2: Ten Build Views, Moulds, Lattices and More

13 Oct 2026

The biggest update the 3D Designer has had, free in your browser and in the desktop app and many news tools.

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3D Lithophane - Your Family as a Little Figure You Can Print

10 Oct 2026

Turn one family photo into a collectible figure you can 3D print, as an STL or a ready-to-go colour 3MF.

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The 3D Designer and 3D Previewer: Now Free on Both Windows and Mac

9 Oct 2026

Both desktop apps are now free on Windows and Mac. Completely FREE to use, and "Never pay again" Updates with a small supporter fee. (optional) but help us with development and updates. Time is money!

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Beta Testing Is Full, and Why That's a Good Thing

9 Oct 2026

Applications for this round of beta testing are now closed. Here's why active feedback matters, and how to stay in the program.

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