Concentric Diamond Ornament

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Human: A simple design of concentric diamonds with a hole at opposite ends for threading wire comes to mind. I prefer the visual effect of the diamonds collecting at the bottom of the wire, creating a unique display. The photo shows copper wire being used, which is stiff enough to allow my kids to spin the diamonds easily. All diamonds print together and the axis hole measures about 2 mm in width. Print Settings Printer: FlashForge Creator Pro Rafts: No rafts are needed for this design. Resolution: A low resolution of 0.4 mm provides a slightly rough, natural texture that I enjoy. Infill: The infill is set to 20% for a lightweight yet sturdy print. Notes: This is a quick and simple print using Hatchbox's wood-PLA filament, which has become my favorite. I use a low resolution because it gives the print a unique look and feel. The temperature was around 215 degrees Celsius, while the bed temperature was set to 70 degrees Celsius. Wood-PLA can occasionally gum up on me if the filament breaks and runs out before I notice. Post-Printing This wood-PLA print can be painted, sanded, or stained for a more finished look. It's perfect for kids to paint and make it their own. Threading the wire after printing can be a bit of a challenge, so it's best to do it while the print is still nicely aligned on the bed. How I Designed This I designed this in Sketchup by grouping each diamond together with holes at the corners. Adding more rings is easily done, and you can customize the design to your liking.