How to create a 3D design for printing

There are lots of different programs that enable you to create or download 3D designs.

My favourite 3D design program is Blender. I like it because it's free, you can also create 3D scenes for photography, and you can create 3D animations. This program feels overwhelming at first, but there is no limit to what you can achieve. There are loads of tutorials online and I can also help you!

AutoDesk has various program for different ability levels:

• AutoCAD is also free, very popular, and an industry standard for architects. Mr. McCallum is a skilled user of this software.
• TinkerCAD is easier than AutoCAD. :) Mr. Matt in Elementary can help you with it.
• 123D Catch is an app that lets you take a 3D scan of an object or person by taking a series of photographs.

You can download designs from Thingiverse, and for many designs there are modification and remixing options. You can also create an account and upload / share your designs. You can see my designs here.  I'm a beginner :)

What programs do you use? Share them in the comments!