In my latest 3D printing adventure, I combined my love for midcentury design with the endless possibilities of 3D printing. The result? A collection of elegant, wall-mountable stars that bring a touch of vintage charm to any room. Each star features a small notch for easy hanging, making them perfect for adorning walls with screws or thumbtacks.

Model Materials

For this project, I dove into an array of PLA filaments to bring my vision to life. Here’s what I used:

• Polymaker Dual Color Matte Pink-Red PLA: https://amzn.to/3TMumIv
• Amazon Basics Silk Gold PLA: https://amzn.to/3VOGiLp
• Zap-A-Gap Glue: https://amzn.to/49654tb

Putting It Together

Start by downloading the STL files here: https://www.printables.com/model/817423-midcentury-star-wall-decor. I printed each component separately, lacking an automatic PLA feeder in my setup. The sputnik components were attached to the stars using super glue, allowing for a touch of personalization in the placement.

Optimized Printing Settings

I tested on the Creality Ender 3 V3 KE and the print required no supports or brims. After experimenting with various PLA combinations and printing speeds, I found the following settings ideal:

• Silk PLA at 60mm/s for a lustrous appearance, with a 10% infill using a rectilinear pattern.
• Matte PLA at a brisk 200mm/s, also with a 10% infill and rectilinear pattern. Slowing down can further refine the results.

For the best detail, I settled on a 0.4mm nozzle and a 0.12mm layer height, utilizing the Orca slicer for its effectiveness in slicing needs.

I also recommend printing with the side that has the notch for screws and thumbtacks facing upwards, as the bottom side tends to be smoother from being pressed against the plate.

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