How to Create a Pendant from a 2D Image in SelfCAD

How to Create a Pendant from a 2D Image in SelfCAD
Jewelry is often a way to show off personality, and with 3D design tools, it’s easier than ever to make something that’s one-of-a-kind. Imagine turning a simple drawing, logo, or even a doodle into a wearable pendant. With SelfCAD, you can take a 2D image and transform it into a 3D model ready for printing. In this article, I’ll walk you through the process of creating a pendant from a 2D image using SelfCAD, showing how a flat design can be brought to life as a unique piece of jewelry.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
Click image to 3D on the toolbar

Click select image button to load new image, Click load image from tutorial button to add image

Set resolution to 250, tolerance to 0.9, amount to 0, simplify to true

Tick the checkmark to finalize image to 3D
Click scale on the toolbar; Set Y to 191.66, z to 5

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
From the modify category on the toolbar choose round object; Set smoothness to 3

Tick the checkmark to finalize round object
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose torus; Set ring radius to 4, tube radius to 1, tubular segments to 25, radial segments to 25, position x to 40, position y to 186, rotation x to 90.

Tick the checkmark to finalize torus
Click on imageGenerator-1 to select it. Click on mesh 4 to deselect
From the modify category on the toolbar choose simplify object; Set intensity to 3

Tick the checkmark to finalize simplify object
Click on mesh 4 to select it; Click Boolean 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