Designing Minecraft Party Glasses Using 3D CAD Software
3D modeling and printing have become more accessible, enabling people of all ages to design and create personalized objects for fun, education, and practical use. Among the many applications of 3D design is the creation of themed accessories that reflect popular culture and gaming communities. One such example is designing Minecraft-inspired party glasses using SelfCAD, a beginner-friendly yet powerful online 3D modeling tool. Minecraft, known for its iconic blocky aesthetic, lends itself well to digital modeling because of its simple geometric style. By combining creativity with digital design skills, it is possible to craft unique party glasses that not only celebrate the Minecraft universe but also provide an engaging introduction to CAD. This article explores the process of conceptualizing, modeling, and preparing Minecraft party glasses in SelfCAD, demonstrating how technology can transform imaginative ideas into tangible creations.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set width to 26, height to 26, depth to 26, position x to -87, position z to -13
Tick the checkmark finalize cube
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set x to 25, z to -25, amount of copies to 3, Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
From the utilities category on the toolbar choose mirror; Set create copy to true, direction to right
Tick the checkmark to finalize mirror
From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all
From the utilities category on the toolbar choose mirror; Set create copy to true,
Tick the checkmark to finalize mirror
Click on mesh 4(8) to select. Deselect all the other meshes
Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click move on the toolbar; Set x to 115, z to 0
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -87, y to 26 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set y to 25, z to -10, amount of copies to 6, Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
From the utilities category on the toolbar choose mirror; Set create copy to true, direction to top, offset to 20
Tick the checkmark to finalize mirror
Click on mesh 4(30) to select. Click on mesh 4(17,18,19,20,21,22,23) to deselect
Click to activate face selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set extrusion amount to 40
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click on mesh 4(17) to select. Click on mesh 4(30) to deselect; Click to activate face selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set extrusion amount to 50
Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection
From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all; Click move on the toolbar; Set x to -113 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the utilities category on the toolbar choose mirror; Set create copy to true, direction to right.
Tick the checkmark to finalize mirror
From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all; Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark 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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