Fidget Stones

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A Clever New Fidget for the Sophisticated Fidgeter Print in 30 minutes or less. As little as 6 grams of filament. Fidget with your left hand, right hand, or both. Just the right size and shape to spin satisfyingly in your hand, unlike those other big, heavy spinners that can be frustratingly difficult to use. Fits snugly in any pocket. Finish it smooth or rough it up, you decide. Infinite color combination options. Print lots of them at once. No bearings needed. No moving parts required. No rafts necessary. No supports needed. Minimal infill recommended for a little more heft. Added Bonus - Fidget Stone/Worry Stone combo If you choose the "Download All Files" button today, you'll not only get the amazing fidget stone, but you'll also receive the worry stone at absolutely no extra charge. Post-Printing Tips Sand down any rough edges to get it nice and smooth. Then hit it with a heat gun, vapor wash, or your favorite epoxy coating if desired. I personally prefer it with a little bit of texture. Share Your Makes! The Story Behind This Fidget As a self-proclaimed fidgeter, I've always been drawn to certain objects that spark my natural tendency to fidget. A pen cap spinning endlessly is one such example. My go-to fidget involves placing a small object between my thumb and middle finger, then spinning it with my ring and index finger. This design aims to satisfy the fidget itch by incorporating indentations for secure placement, even at high speeds of up to 3 to 4 rotations per second. After trying various fidget spinners that didn't quite meet my expectations, I went through roughly a dozen prototypes to perfect this design. For less than 6 grams of filament and 30 minutes of your time, what have you got to lose? To achieve an organic feel reminiscent of stone or wood, I like to change filaments during the print process to create the look of laminated wood. A fellow fidgeter suggested incorporating a 'worry stone' style into this design. The worry stone features a thumb-shaped indentation ideal for rubbing rather than spinning.