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3D printing for Beginners

Youth Programming / Youth Enrichment -
Fall 2026

In this fast-paced workshop, students design and create their own custom 3D-printed nameplate for their desk or bedroom door. Kids learn the basics of 3D modeling by combining 3D letters, baseplates, and cool side anchors.

Class Schedule

Day 1: Shape the Base & Letters (2 Hours)

  • Hour 1: See a 3D printer running live. Learn how flat lines build solid parts.
  • Hour 2: Open kid-friendly 3D software. Build a flat baseplate and type out names.

Day 2: Connect and Print (2 Hours)

  • Hour 1: Attach letters to the base.
  • Hour 2: Check designs for floating pieces. Send the final files to the printer queue.

Homework: find something fun and small to print in addition to the nameplate.

Project Highlights

  • Perfect size: Designed to print quickly so everyone gets their model.
  • Custom text: Kids learn to resize text and pick their favorite fonts.
  • Functional art: The final print stands up on any desk

If you do not have your own laptop we can provide you with 1 during the class times. 

Please all participants meet in the Commons at CSE and we will transport your child to the Stone 3000 Building at 203 10th St. NE Cold Spring, MN

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Map/Locations
Locations
Stone 3000
203 10th St NE
Cold Spring, MN 56320
F263D printing
Stone 3000
Tue Oct 20 & Thu Oct 22
3:30 - 5:30 PM
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Grades   4th - 12th
Price: $ 25 00