If you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day this year, why not give your other half (or your unknowing recipient, perhaps) something extra special. A 3D printed gift takes time to make, in the same way a card does. You might also like to go the extra mile and sand, paint and finish the gift by hand. Perfect for showing somebody that you care.
To get you in the mood, here’s some cute 3D printing ideas for Valentine’s Day:
Valentine “Heart-Ring”
Technology: DLP / SLA
Everybody loves jewellery for Valentine’s Day, so what better way to start our list than with a ring. Designed by Bon Garcon, the Valentine “Heart-Ring” is supported by DLP or SLA 3D printers and looks great with its fine heart detailing. Spray paint it any colour you like to complete the look.
Check it out on MyMiniFactory.
Twisted Heart Vase
Technology: FFF / FDM
The perfect addition to a bouquet of flowers. This charming Heart Vase has a twisted design that’s fit for retail. The example in the image above was 3D printed using a colour-changing filament, which changes colour when heated. You can use whichever colour you like though. When printed with ABS, this vase is a functional and cute Valentine’s gift.
Check it out on Thingiverse.
Custom Heart Box
Technology: FFF / FDM
There are quite a few heart boxes you can 3D print from Thingiverse, but our favourite is by emmett. This Custom Heart Box has its own latching mechanism and glues together perfectly to form a keepsake box. Store sweeties in it or mementos from the day. Print it with red ABS for a traditional look, or with any colour ABS you like.
Check it out on Thingiverse.
Fantastical Heart Gears
If you are up for a challenge, and you have time to kill, this is for you. Fantastical Heart Gears is a complex medley of heart gears, 3D printed to lock together and twist as you move them. Designed by joefe, this unique model is based on Emmett’s heart gears, which in itself is an impressive product. You can print the parts together on a large-format FFF 3D printer.
Check it out on Thingiverse.
3-Part Spinning Valentine Heart
Technology: FFF / FDM
Here’s something a little bit different – a 3-part spinning Valentine Heart for a shelf or table top. Designed by upperpeninsulaplastics for Thingiverse, this unique gift idea can be printed by most FFF 3D printers with a matching build size. Use a red, silver or gold ABS. The three hearts slot together and spin freely when flicked.
Check it out on Thingiverse.
Valentine’s Moogle
Technology: FFF / FDM
This cute Valentine’s Moogle takes inspiration from the Final Fantasy games. Created by Jukka Seppänen, it is constructed using four 3D printed parts which you glue together. 3D print the parts in any colour combination you like to create a unique Valentine’s gift. It takes around 240 minutes to print in total. It can be printed by most FFF 3D printers.
Check it out on MyMiniFactory.
Yer Twisted Heart Pendant
Technology: DLP / SLA
Like the idea of 3D printing some jewellery for Valentine’s Day? This twisted pendant is sure to get the heart racing. Designed to be printed on a fine resolution SLA Printer, such as the Formlabs Form 2, this pendant has a complex geometry with intertwining sections. Spray it silver or gold to create a beautiful gift for Valentine’s Day.
Check it out on MyMiniFactory.
From 5 to 8 Ring
Technology: DLP / SLA
We end our list with a more rugged-looking piece of 3D printable jewellery. Created by designed inklink, the From 5 to 8 Ring is perfect for the man you love, with its rough surface finish and unique geometry. 3D print this ring with your DLP or SLA 3D printer, and hand-finish it with sanding and spray paint to give it a unique finish. Lovely stuff.
Check it out on MyMiniFactory.
More ideas
If you like our collection of 3D printable Valentine’s Day gift ideas, you can find plenty more here on Thingiverse and here on MyMiniFactory.