What can I 3D print for a Christmas countdown calendar?

I filled mine with tiny toys: mini animals, flexi critters, articulated little dudes, and fidget keychains. The goal was small, fast prints that still feel like a “real” surprise. Anything cute and pocket-sized is basically perfect for a daily countdown.

Are tiny 3D prints good stocking stuffers or advent calendar gifts?

Yes—this is exactly why I did it. Tiny prints are quick to make in batches, and kids are weirdly obsessed with small things (mine absolutely are). It’s a fun way to turn printer time into a pile of mini gifts.

What kinds of models did Tina Tries print for the countdown?

I printed a mix of mini animals, flexi models like an axolotl, articulated creatures like a crab, and some fidget keychains. I also grabbed some themed/cute options like knitted-style characters. It was basically a greatest-hits playlist of tiny stuff.

Where do you find good mini 3D print files for kids?

For this episode I pulled a bunch of models from MakerWorld and linked each one in the description. I also linked the creators’ pages, because honestly they’re the reason this worked so well. If you want a ready-made list, just use the links I shared.

What’s the easiest type of 3D print to mass-produce for an advent calendar?

Anything that’s small and doesn’t need a ton of post-processing is the sweet spot—mini animals, flexi prints, and simple keychain fidgets. I focused on prints that are satisfying right off the bed. The more “print-and-go,” the easier it is to keep up for a whole week.

Did you keep any of the tiny prints for yourself?

I mean… I joked in the video that I might keep some for myself, because they’re just that cute. When you’re printing tiny creatures and fidgets all week, it’s hard not to get attached. Let’s call it “quality control.”

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Tina Tries 3D Printing: DIY Christmas Countdown Calendar

Name: Tina Tries 3D Printing: DIY Christmas Countdown Calendar
Uploaded: 2025-12-03 05:45:52
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🎄 Episode 27 of Tina Tries: Tiny Toys for a Christmas Countdown! 🎁 In this episode, I dove headfirst into the world of itty-bitty prints: tiny toys, mini animals, fidgets, and all the adorable little things that make kids lose their minds in the best way possible. I spent the week printing a whole collection of small surprises to fill my kids’ countdown-to-Christmas calendar, and honestly? I think I had more fun than they will. (Debatable. They’re pretty obsessed with tiny stuff.) From little creatures to fidget keychains, I walk through each print, the materials used, time spent, and which ones I might end up keeping for myself! 🤭 If you love minis, Christmas chaos, or just need ideas for your own countdown calendar, this episode is packed with micro-joy. ⸻ 🔗 Links & Credits Knitted Stitch Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/1491107 Hatya’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@user_325749169 Flexi Axolotl Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/831088 3DeepDesigns’ Page: https://makerworld.com/@3DeepPrinting Cute Mini Animals Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/1776095 Mike’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@newton4real Cute Turtle Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/712727 BumLab3D’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@BumLab3D Articulated Crab Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/739001 Waffly3D’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@Waffly3D Mini Articulated Crystal Dragon Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/1173130 Mini Articulated Perry the Platypus Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/1144178 Saber3D’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@Saber3D Keychain Hexagon Fidget Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/571459 LinkDesigns’ Page: https://makerworld.com/@LinkDesigns Knitted Polar Bear with Santa Hat Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/1999190 Smoggy3D’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@Smoggy3D Minecraft Frog Model Link: https://makerworld.com/models/413707 AtzeDiggiBro’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@AtzeDiggiBro Animal DimSum Buns Keychains with Tiny Bakery Boxes Collection Link: https://makerworld.com/@jefflynn/collections/4774974 Jefflynn’s Page: https://makerworld.com/@jefflynn ⸻ Want to print your own? 🛠️ Materials Used (Amazon Affiliate Links) • Creality Black PLA: https://amzn.to/4mWSHrl • Creality White PLA: https://amzn.to/46fwbCG • Creality Green PLA: https://amzn.to/4416yFE • Creality Red PLA: https://amzn.to/3MjkmVK • Creality Yellow PLA: https://amzn.to/3Y2y7uv • Creality Orange PLA: https://amzn.to/4iCI5fN • Elegoo Blue Purple Silk PLA: https://amzn.to/443dQbM • Ovv3d Blue Sky Silk PLA: https://amzn.to/48AKlQ8 • Hatchbox Iron Red PLA: https://amzn.to/48O4C5O • Ziro Gradient Silk PLA: https://amzn.to/49NqdMR • StrongHero Silk Candy Rainbow PLA: https://amzn.to/48f2LXF • Loctite Superglue: https://amzn.to/3L6KbaW • Empty Wooden Christmas Advent Calendar with Drawers: https://amzn.to/48wCB1k Non-Affiliate Links * Bambu Ocean to Meadow PLA: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/pla-basic-gradient * Bambu Mistletoe Green PLA: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/pla-basic-filament * Bambu Cocoa Brown PLA: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/pla-basic-filament * Bambu Caramel PLA: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/pla-matte ⸻ Recording your own build? 🎥Video Tech I’m Using (Amazon Affiliate Links) • MacBook Pro: https://amzn.to/4fUDiVJ • MacBook Air: https://amzn.to/4fYodlZ • Main camera: iPhone: https://amzn.to/3Kgci7p • iPad Pro: https://amzn.to/484Eioo • DJI Microphone: https://amzn.to/4fQZsYG • Lighting Kit: https://amzn.to/4mZvggp ⸻ 🛍️ Want your own piece of Tina Tries history? We now sell Tina-originals — some of the exact models built and featured in the videos! — along with ready-to-build kits printed just for you! Whether you want an original display-ready piece or want to paint your own, we’ve got you covered. 🛒 Check out the Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinaTries21 ⸻ 💬 Let’s Connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinatries21/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/tinatries21.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YmRZ8CRh8/?mibextid=wwXIfr Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TinaTries21/ Email: TinaTries21@gmail.com If you like what you see, you can support my channel directly by buying me a cup of coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/TinaTries21 ⸻ If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and drop a comment to let us know what Tina should try next! Your support keeps the creativity flowing.

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This week I went full tiny-print goblin mode and made a whole stash of itty-bitty 3D prints to fill my kids’ Christmas countdown calendar. Episode 27 is basically a tour of micro-joy: tiny toys, mini animals, flexi critters, and fidgety keychain things that are small enough to print a bunch of… and cute enough that you’ll “accidentally” keep a few for yourself. (I’m not saying I did. I’m also not saying I didn’t.) I walk through what I printed, how long the little guys take, and what materials I used, plus which models were the biggest wins for a countdown setup. If you’re trying to avoid store-bought plastic junk and you’ve already got a printer running anyway, this is such a fun way to turn a week of printing into 24-ish tiny surprises. The big takeaway: minis are perfect for holiday chaos because they’re fast, satisfying, and they make kids lose their minds in the best way possible.