Creating a Cardboard Teddy Bear Using 3D CAD Software
Designing your own teddy bear is a fun way to explore the creative possibilities of 3D modeling, and SelfCAD makes this process accessible even for beginners. With its intuitive tools and all-in-one design environment, you can shape, refine, and personalize a teddy bear model entirely from scratch. Whether you’re interested in learning basic 3D design concepts, creating a custom character, or preparing a model for 3D printing, this project offers a practical and enjoyable starting point. In this article, we’ll explore how SelfCAD can be used to bring a simple teddy bear design to life.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set width to 125, depth to 125, position y to 100
Click to finalize cube
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set height to 105
Click to finalize cube
Click wireframe button to set rendering mode
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set width to 30, height to 15, depth to 62, position x to 30, position z to 80
Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -32 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set width to 20, depth to 20, position x to 65
Click to activate edge selection
Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -64 using highlighted gizmo
Click on highlighted region to select it; Set x to -59 using highlighted gizmo
Click on mesh 16 to select it, Click on mesh 16 to deselect it
Click to activate edge selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click move on the toolbar; Set x to 58 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click solid button to set rendering mode
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 30, bottom radius to 30, height to 30, position x to 60, position y to 180, position z to 30, rotation x to 90
Click copy button to copy selected objects
Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -58 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose capsule; Set top radius to 5, bottom radius to 5, height to 15, position x to 30, position y to 150, position z to 60
Click copy button to copy selected objects
Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -34 using highlighted gizmo
Click on mesh 12, 12(1), 8, 16, 16(1), 4, 24, 20, 20(1) to select
Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union
Click to finalize union
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.
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