How to Design a Cheese Slice Using 3D CAD Software

How to Design a Cheese Slice Using 3D CAD Software
Creating a realistic cheese slice in a 3D environment may seem like a light-hearted exercise, but it provides an excellent opportunity to explore the fundamentals of digital modeling. In SelfCAD, an intuitive, browser-based 3D design program, users can shape, sculpt, and refine objects with precision while working in a visually guided interface. Designing a cheese slice involves more than simply extruding a basic shape; it requires an understanding of contouring, thickness adjustment, edge smoothing, and texturing to replicate the soft curves and signature holes found in many cheese varieties. This article demonstrates how ordinary food items can offer valuable practice with essential 3D modeling tools such as freehand drawing, deform modifiers, and the sculpting brush. Ultimately, the project highlights how SelfCAD’s accessible toolset makes it possible for learners to transform simple ideas into detailed, printable models while developing the foundational skills needed for more advanced digital creations.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set height to 25, arc to 40

Click to finalize cylinder
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 5, position x to 8

Click to finalize sphere
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 6, position y to 10, position z to -10

Click to finalize sphere
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 4, position x to -9, position z to -20

Click to finalize sphere
Click on mesh 28 to select it
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 6, position x to -15, position y to 20, preposition z to 5

Click to finalize sphere
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 5, position x to -5, position y to 6, position z to 25

Click to finalize sphere
From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all

Click on mesh 4 to deselect it; from the edit menu on the top toolbar choose group
Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose difference, Choose group 1 to subtract

Click to finalize difference

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.