Desk and home office
Prints that clear the desk surface and give small things a fixed place.
Under-desk headphone hanger
A hook that clamps or screws to the underside of the desk, so the headset hangs out of the way instead of lying on the keyboard.
Check the clamp gapPrint tip PETG
Lay the hook on its side on the bed so the layer lines run along the arm. Printed upright, the bend is where it snaps.
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Vertical laptop dock
Holds a closed laptop on its edge next to the monitor, which frees a whole laptop-sized patch of desk.
Measure the slotPrint tip PLA or PETG
Measure your closed laptop first and pick a design made for that thickness. Scaling the whole model also widens the base, so it is not a fix for a wrong slot.
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Slide-in under-desk drawer
Two rails screw under the desk and a shallow tray slides between them for chargers, notebooks and keys.
Estimate the filamentPrint tip PLA
Print a short piece of rail and a tray corner first to test the slide. The full tray is a big flat print, so check how much filament it needs.
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SD card and USB stick organiser
A small block with slots that keeps memory cards and sticks standing up where you can see them, instead of loose in a drawer.
Check the slot sizesPrint tip PLA
Print it with the slots facing up so nothing needs supports. A low infill is fine; it carries almost no load.
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Clip-on monitor ledge
A small shelf that hooks over the top edge of a monitor for a webcam, a fidget toy or sticky notes.
Check the hook depthPrint tip PETG
Check that the hook depth matches your monitor bezel before printing. Print the hook lying down so the bend is not across the layers.
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Phone and tech
Stands, docks and mounts for phones, controllers and small electronics.
Phone stand at a fixed angle
Props a phone up for video calls, recipes or charging. A stand with a cable slot lets it charge while it stands.
Print tip PLA
Print it lying on its widest face for a strong part with no supports, and add small rubber or TPU feet so it does not slide.
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Game controller stand or wall mount
Keeps controllers upright on a shelf or on the wall next to the TV, so they stop living on the sofa.
Check the sizePrint tip PLA
Choose a design made for your controller model; the cradle shape is specific. Rounded cradles usually print on their back without supports.
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Wall-mounted AA and AAA battery dispenser
A tall holder where new batteries go in at the top and come out at the bottom, so the oldest ones are used first.
Check the channel widthPrint tip PLA
Print a short section first and drop a battery in: the channel should let it roll freely without rattling sideways.
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Case for a Raspberry Pi or other small board
A snap-fit case protects a single-board computer from dust and short circuits on a cluttered desk.
Check the case sizePrint tip PETG
Match the case to your exact board version, because port positions change between versions. PETG copes with warmth from the board better than PLA.
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Wall bracket for a router or smart speaker
Lifts a router or speaker off the floor or shelf and onto the wall, often with a channel for the power cable.
Fix the file firstPrint tip PETG
Add extra walls (perimeters) in the slicer so the screw holes are surrounded by solid plastic. Walls add more strength than extra infill.
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Cable management
Small prints that stop cables falling behind the desk and make them easy to tell apart.
Desk-edge charging cable catcher
Holds the ends of charging cables at the edge of the desk, so they do not slide down behind it when unplugged.
Check the slot widthPrint tip TPU or PETG
TPU gives the slots a soft grip on the cable. Print it slowly, as flexible filament jams when pushed fast.
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Under-desk cable tray
An open tray screwed under the desk that holds a power strip and the spare loops of every cable.
Estimate the filamentPrint tip PETG
Print it flat with the open side up. It is long, so check the filament weight and the bed size before you start.
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Earbud and charger cable winder
A flat shape you wind a short cable around, so it goes into a bag without tangling.
Make one from an SVGPrint tip TPU or PLA
A flat, small print that is a good use for the end of a spool. TPU versions bend in a pocket instead of snapping.
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Cable name flags
A small tag with "ROUTER", "TV" or "PRINTER" that clips around a cable, so you unplug the right one behind a crowded power strip.
Make the labelsPrint tip PLA
Use a bold font and letters at least a few millimetres tall. For contrast, change filament at the layer where the letters start.
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Cable comb for tidy bundles
A comb with one slot per cable that keeps a run of cables parallel, for PC builds or a row of cables down a desk leg.
Check the slot sizePrint tip PLA
Pick a slot size that matches your cable diameter and print a single comb to test before printing a set.
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Kitchen
Helpers that sit around food rather than in it. Layer lines can trap food, so keep prints away from direct, repeated food contact.
Snack bag clip
Closes an open bag of crisps, coffee or frozen peas. It touches the outside of the bag, not the food.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
Print-in-place hinges need a well-tuned printer; if yours struggles, pick a two-part or spring-arm design. PETG flexes more before it breaks.
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Stepped spice jar insert
A tiered riser for a drawer or cupboard that lifts each row of spice jars so the labels at the back stay visible.
Fit it to your drawerPrint tip PLA
Measure the drawer and set the exact width. Keep changes small: scaling also changes the step depth and wall thickness.
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Sink sponge holder with drain slots
Holds the sponge and brush up off the sink edge so they dry between uses.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
PETG handles water and hot tap water better than PLA. Choose a design with an open or slotted bottom so water runs out.
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Stepped jar lid opener
A wedge with steps for different lid sizes that gives you leverage on stuck jar lids. Handy for anyone with weak grip.
Check the step sizesPrint tip PETG
Use more walls and a higher infill than usual, since you twist hard on it. A thin TPU liner inside the steps improves grip.
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Wall-mounted bottle opener
A bottle opener screwed to a wall or the side of a cupboard. Most designs use a metal screw or coin as the edge that lifts the cap.
Fix the file firstPrint tip PETG
The metal part does the work, so place it exactly as the design shows. Print with extra walls around the screw holes.
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Bathroom
A wet, warm room, so PETG or ASA last longer here than PLA.
Toothpaste tube squeezer
A slotted key you slide along the tube to push out the last of the toothpaste or hand cream.
Check the slot widthPrint tip PLA or PETG
Print it flat. The slot should be a little wider than a flattened tube; test with one print before making more.
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Razor holder for the shower wall
Holds a razor head-down so it drains and dries instead of lying in a puddle on the shelf.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
PETG copes with water and warmth better than PLA. Print the hook on its side for strength.
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Hair dryer wall holder
A ring or cradle on the wall that holds the dryer by its nozzle, with room to loop the cord.
Size the ringPrint tip PETG
A dryer is heavy for a print: use screws and wall plugs rather than adhesive strips, and add extra walls around the screw holes.
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Corner shower shelf with drain slots
A corner shelf for bottles that lets water run straight through instead of pooling.
Estimate the filamentPrint tip PETG or ASA
A large, flat print: check the filament it needs before you start. Mount it with screws or a strong waterproof adhesive.
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Spare toilet roll holder
A wall-mounted tube or stand that keeps two or three spare rolls dry and in reach.
Check the sizePrint tip PLA
A tube shape prints quickly in the slicer's vase (spiral) mode, which prints one continuous wall with no top.
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Garage and workshop
Holders for tools that get handled every day. Tougher plastics than PLA last longer here.
Pegboard hooks and tool holders
Hooks, bins and screwdriver racks that lock into a pegboard, so every tool has a spot on the wall.
Check the peg spacingPrint tip PETG
Measure your pegboard hole spacing and diameter before printing; boards differ. Print hooks on their side so the pegs do not snap off along a layer.
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Drill bit holder with size labels
A stepped block with one hole per bit, labelled with the size, so you grab the right bit first time.
Make the size labelsPrint tip PLA
Holes print slightly smaller than drawn, so test one strip with your bits first. Make raised size labels to glue on the front.
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Hex key (Allen key) holder
A small rack that holds a set of hex keys in size order instead of loose in a toolbox.
Check the hole sizesPrint tip PLA or PETG
Print it with the holes vertical so they come out round. Keep the hole tolerance from the design; a scaled holder will not fit the same keys.
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Wall mount for power tool batteries
Holds spare tool batteries on the wall or a shelf, so they stay charged, visible and off the floor.
Fix the file firstPrint tip PETG
Mounts are made for one battery system, so pick the one for your tool brand. It carries weight: add walls and screw through the solid parts.
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Sanding block with paper clamps
A hand-sized block that grips a strip of sandpaper at both ends, for flat, even sanding of wood or prints.
Check the sizePrint tip PLA or PETG
Print the sanding face down on the bed so it comes out as flat as your print bed.
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Travel and on the go
Light, tough prints for bags, hotel rooms and shopping trips.
Luggage tag with your name
A raised-letter tag that fastens to a suitcase handle with a strap or cable tie, easy to spot on the belt.
Make the tagPrint tip PETG or TPU
Bags get thrown, so make the tag thicker than a keychain and give the strap slot a wide border. A bright colour helps it stand out.
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Light-duty carabiner clip
Clips a water bottle, keys or a small bag to a backpack strap. Only for light items: never for climbing or holding a person.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
Print it flat so the gate flexes along the layers instead of across them. PETG flexes more than PLA before it breaks.
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Door wedge
A small wedge that holds a door open or stops it slamming in a draughty hotel room or holiday flat.
Check the heightPrint tip TPU
TPU grips the floor and squashes under the door. If you only have PLA, add a rubber pad on the bottom.
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Shopping bag handle carrier
A wide grip that hooks several plastic bag handles together, so heavy shopping does not cut into your fingers.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
Print it on its side so the hook is along the layers, and keep the grip edges rounded.
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Travel toothbrush head cover
A vented cap that keeps the toothbrush head clean in a wash bag.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
Pick a design with vent holes so the brush can dry. Check that it fits your brush head width before printing a spare.
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Garden and outdoors
Sun, rain and frost are hard on plastic. PETG and ASA last longer outside than PLA.
Self-watering planter
A pot with a water reservoir underneath and a wick, so herbs on a windowsill survive a few days without you.
Estimate the filamentPrint tip PETG
Use three or more walls, as thin walls can let water seep through between layers. Check the reservoir does not leak before planting.
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Hose guide stake
A stake with a roller or rounded top at the corner of a bed, so a dragged hose does not flatten the plants.
Check the lengthPrint tip ASA or PETG
ASA handles sunlight better than PETG or PLA. Print the stake lying flat so the spike is strong along its length.
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Rose thorn stripper
A clip you close around a rose stem and pull along it to strip the thorns before arranging flowers.
Check the sizePrint tip PETG
PETG flexes a little, which helps the clip open and close many times without cracking.
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Seed dibber with depth marks
A pointed stick with rings at set depths, for making holes of the right depth for seeds and bulbs.
Check the depth marksPrint tip PLA or PETG
Print it lying flat for a strong point. Raised rings or notches stay readable after mud and washing.
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Plant support clips
Small clips that hold tomato or bean stems to a stake or trellis without tying string.
Check the clip sizePrint tip PETG or TPU
Measure your stake diameter and print one clip first. They are tiny, so print a batch in one go.
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Which material for which print
PLA
Easiest to print and stiff. Softens in heat (a hot car, a dishwasher), so keep it for dry, indoor things.
PETG
Tougher and more heat- and water-tolerant than PLA. A good default for hooks, holders and anything in the kitchen or bathroom.
ASA
Handles sunlight and weather. Best for parts that live outdoors, but it needs an enclosure to print well.
TPU
Flexible and grippy. Use it for bumpers, feet, cable catchers and door wedges. Print it slowly.
Make a useful print that lasts
- 1
Measure first
Measure the drawer, desk edge, stake or cable the print has to fit, and pick a design made for that size.
- 2
Check the file
Open the STL in a viewer to read its size in mm, repair it if it will not slice, and estimate the filament.
- 3
Pick the material
PLA for dry indoor things, PETG for water, warmth and load, ASA for the sun, TPU for grip and flex.
- 4
Orient for strength
Lay hooks and clips on their side so the load runs along the layers, and add walls before adding infill.
Need a shape nobody has published?
Describe it or upload a photo and get a 3D model to print, such as a planter in your style, a decorative knob cover or a figure for the top of a hook. AI shapes are not exact to the millimetre, so use a tested design or CAD for parts that must fit. Uses credits per model.