design competition
#3DPETPRINT
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WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
THE WINNERS ARE...
1st Place
Selected by a panel of Thangs and PTT.live judges this epic Hamster Playground has one 1st prize!!
3rd Place
Selected by a very scientific randomizer this pet toy launcher has landed our 3rd prize win!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
We had a blast working with these companies to make this design competition possible. They are doing some really awesome stuff in the 3D Printing industry and we would highly recommend checking them out!
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The Challenge
Design something "Pet-Related". This can be anything from a design of your favorite Floofer or Scaly Pal, a handy new pet product, a creative pet toy, or anything else inspired by the pets we bring into our families to love.
THANGS.com
SUBMISSIONS
We are teaming up with Thangs.com to bring the #3DPetPrint Competition. Design something "Pet inspired" for a chance to win a Creality CR-10s & more.
FREE DESIGN
STARTER PACK
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PTT's Blender Starter File
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Blender for 3D Printing Shotcut Key PDF
OFFICIAL
RULES
Submissions open: 1 Feb 2021
Submission End: 28 Feb 2021 (11:59pm CST)
Winners Announced: 5 March 2021
The Prizes
First Place
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Creality CR-10S Printer (Provided by Thangs)
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3 rolls of Fulament Matte PLA
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1-year PTT.live Membership
Second Place
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$50 Amazon Gift Card (Provided by Thangs)
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4 rolls of Polymaker filament
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3-month PTT.live Membership
Third Place
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$50 Amazon Gift Card (Provided by Thangs)
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2 spools of Polymaker filament
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3-month PTT.live Membership
Disclaimer: Winners outside of NAFTA, Canada, China, EU, Japan, and Australia are subject to shipping costs for all prizes.
The Dates
CONTEST HAS CLOSED
Submissions open: 1 Feb 2021
Submission End: 28 Feb 2021 (11:59pm CST)
Winners Announced: 5 March 2021
How to Participate
BASIC STEPS
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Design an original 3D printable design in any software you choose.
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Upload that design to Thangs.com with hashtag #3dPetPrint in the description.
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Submit up to 10 designs by the deadline
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
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Submissions need to be manifold/watertight and 3D printable
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Submissions must be submitted by the deadline to be considered
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Submissions must be pet-related in some form.
Disclaimer: Winners outside of NAFTA, Canada, China, EU, Japan, and Australia are subject to shipping costs for all prizes.
The Sponsors
Special thanks to our sponsors who have contributed to the 3D Print community with their amazing services as well as providing prizes for this contest. ;
affiliate links included above
Step #1 - Signup for Contest
Join the PTT.live mailing list to get updates & reminders about this contest and future opportunities to win cool things for your design skills!
Frequently asked questions
Who is the challenge for?
Anyone can submit to this competition, using any design software they wish so long as their design is pet-focused you’ll be entered to win.
What if I don’t know how to design?!
Fear not! PTT.live has some great tips and resources to get you started! You can jump into our Beginner 100 Course for completely free! You can also become an All-Access Member.
Does it cost anything to enter?
Nope! This competition should not cost you any cash to enter. Just a little creative spirit and time.
Where do I submit my design?
In order to submit to the competition, you’ll need to upload your design to THANGS.com with the appropriate hashtag. Please see “How to Participate” for more information.
What are the prizes?
Please see “Prizes” for more information. The prizes will be distributed by individual sponsors. There is no cash exchange value for these prizes.
How will the winner be selected?
Do I need a 3D printer to participate?
Nope! While your model should be watertight and printable, you do not need to print your designs in order to submit them.
Got Questions?
Ask us inside the Print That Thing Designer Discord in the #design_contests channel.