Christmas ornament (photo) and fridge magnet

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This is a versatile ornament and magnet that can be placed on a photo frame, refrigerator, or even attached to a computer monitor using double-sided tape. To create this unique decoration, it's best to print the design in clear so you can attach it to a Christmas tree bulb, where it will shine brightly. The photo should be cut with a 2.5" hole punch or use scissors, as there is a 2.5" ring that can be printed for guidance. A recent addition includes a snowflake flair. It's essential to note that the photo is embedded in the design, so you must pause the print at layer 8 (1.6mm) and insert the photo before proceeding. It's usually best to wait until layer 9 starts making its circles, which takes about 15 minutes after printing begins. Once the photo is locked into place, it will remain secure. A non-embedded version was also attempted by gluing the photo in place, but it lacked the elegance of the embedded design and failed to showcase the capabilities of 3D printing. If you'd like to modify the design, I've included a Sketchup source file for your convenience. This ornament features a small loop for attaching a Christmas tree hook or can be plugged directly into a light bulb. There's also a hole designed for a 0.315 diameter Neodymium disc magnet that will snap into place or can be secured with super glue, allowing you to enjoy the photo year-round. Printing this design takes approximately an hour, and the print bed heat doesn't seem to affect the photo. To achieve perfectly round circles, granular segments were used on the design, making it possible to plug in a light bulb from either end (up or down). As a beginner with 3D printing and CAD tools, I'm confident that this design could benefit from some improvements, but it's not bad. I use a Canon Selphy photo printer to print photos and then cut them out using a hole punch. A 2.5" diameter seems suitable for a 4x6 print, although scaling may be necessary in some cases. This makes for fun Christmas gifts to give to family members or show off your 3D printing skills.