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How Many Holiday Orders Can Your 3D Printer Handle?
Before you think about how many orders you could get, work out how many you can finish before the last posting date. Here's the simple sum.
Pranav Gharge
2 hours ago6 min read


Free Shipping, Your Time and the Real Price of a 3D Print
The price on the listing isn't what you keep. How to price free shipping into your 3D prints, and how to count your own time as a cost.
Pranav Gharge
5 days ago6 min read


3D Printed Gifts That Sell in December (and the Ones That Don't)
The holiday prints that sell best usually aren't Christmas prints. What sells, what to skip, and why late December still has room for you.
Pranav Gharge
Nov 35 min read


Holiday Deadlines 2026: Every Date a 3D Print Seller Needs
The ideal day to list Christmas stock has passed. Here's what you can still do, and the one Etsy deadline that lands next week.
Pranav Gharge
Oct 206 min read


Where to Sell 3D Prints: Etsy vs Shopify vs Facebook (2026)
You've got 3D prints coming off your print bed. Now you need to sell them. The problem isn't that there are too few platforms — it's that everyone online has a strong opinion about which one is "best," and most of that advice ignores your actual situation. This guide breaks down Etsy, Shopify, Facebook Marketplace, and local sales with fee math, honest trade-offs, and a clear framework for deciding where to start.
Pranav Gharge
Feb 246 min read


How to Price 3D Printed Products Without Feeling Like You’re Guessing
If you've ever been confused and priced yourself lower than you should have just to "stay competitive," this post is for you. We're breaking down why cost-plus pricing is the wrong starting point, and what to use instead.
Pranav Gharge
Feb 178 min read


How to Earn Money with the Cubee Affiliate Program: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Want to earn by spreading the word about Hive? The Cubee affiliate program offers you an easy and simple way to do just that. You don't need to be a subscriber or a paying customer – all you need is a free account and a desire to share. In this guide, we'll detail exactly how to get started. What Does It Mean to Be a Cubee Affiliate? Simply put, you get your own unique link. When someone visits the site through your link and purchases a subscription or product, you receive a
Oded Kishik
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Etsy's New 3D Printing Policy (2025): The Complete Guide to the "Original Design" Rule
Recently, the 3D printing community has been buzzing. An article on Tom's Hardware and viral YouTube videos, like the one from The Maker's Mashup, have sparked a widespread debate and caused real concern among many sellers. The headlines announced a "new policy" on Etsy that seemingly prohibits the sale of 3D printed products that are not the seller's "original design." So, is this the end of selling with a commercial license on Etsy? In this post, we'll clear up the confusi
Oded Kishik
Jun 19, 20254 min read


Want to Sell Your 3D Prints in Shops? Here’s How—Without a Sales Pitch
Tired of awkward cold pitches? This expert session reveals how 3D printing entrepreneurs can land retail partners by using indirect, trust-based tactics. From turning photography into a relationship starter to offering Hive+ ultra-limited collections that boutiques can’t resist, the strategy is simple: be discovered, not pushy. What you’ll learn: • Why smaller retailers are your best entry point • How to pitch without pitching—and still get shelf space • The magic of Hive+ co
Benoit Valin
Apr 14, 20251 min read


How to Create a High-Converting Etsy Listing: A Practical Guide from Sam Erickson (3DDB)
Master Etsy listings that convert: strong titles, sharp photos, smart variations, and friction-free personalisation—for 3D print sellers.
Benoit Valin
Mar 31, 20251 min read


Most 3D makers are great at printing—not pitching. Want to change that?
Craft 30-second pitches that grow your 3D print business—hook, proof, action. Master it and make every chat a conversion opportunity.
Benoit Valin
Mar 26, 20251 min read


How to Run a 70-Machine 3D Print Farm Without Losing Control
Bar Kirshner from Nisko Group shares the exact systems he uses to keep a 70+ machine print farm humming—without burnout, chaos, or lost data. From morning rituals and maintenance routines to crisis-proof data workflows, this episode is your blueprint for scale-ready operations. You’ll discover how to: Schedule your day to maximise output and solve problems Lock product data to avoid version chaos Print consistently—even when tech changes Turn R&D experiments into production-r
Benoit Valin
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Running Facebook Ads That Actually Sell Your 3D Prints
Uriah Meadan explains how to run Meta ad campaigns that convert—using synced catalogues, smart segmentation, and event targeting.
Benoit Valin
Mar 15, 20251 min read


How to Own Your Funnel: Uriah Meadan’s Digital Marketing Playbook for 3D Print Sellers
Build funnels you own. Uriah Meadan shares how 3D print businesses can capture leads, use Meta tools, and avoid over-reliance on Facebook.
Benoit Valin
Mar 9, 20251 min read


Your Ad Spend Mistakes Are Costing You Thousands—Here’s How to Fix Them
Your ad spend mistakes are costing you thousands! Learn how to fix them, boost sales, and cover your Cubee subscription with smart marketing
Benoit Valin
Mar 9, 20251 min read


Want your 3D prints to rank as Etsy bestsellers?
Sam Erickson, founder of 3DDB and top 1% Etsy seller, shares the exact strategies he uses to dominate Etsy search and turn new listings into revenue-generating machines. In this practical, high-impact session, you'll learn how to validate ideas before printing, optimise for Etsy’s gift-focused search, and use data (not guesswork) to decide which listings deserve your time and money. You’ll walk away knowing how to: Avoid burnout by validating product demand first Use Etsy’s a
Benoit Valin
Mar 4, 20251 min read


Crack the Code to E-Commerce Growth with Smart Digital Marketing
Optimise your funnel before scaling ads. Test content often, balance paid & organic marketing, and explore alternative sales channels.
Benoit Valin
Mar 2, 20251 min read


Want to turn your 3D printing side hustle into a six-figure business?
How Benjamin Schwalm scaled Roomberry from 0 to €100K+ with strong branding, smart product focus, and lean marketing.
Benoit Valin
Mar 1, 20251 min read


Inside a 3D Print Farm: How to Optimise Efficiency and Scale
Efficient 3D printing farms require structured maintenance, smart workflows, and data-driven scaling to maximise uptime and profitability.
Benoit Valin
Feb 26, 20251 min read


Struggling to make your marketing content work?
Use the Magic Marketing Flow—five proven steps to make your content grab attention, build trust, and convert viewers into buyers.
Benoit Valin
Feb 15, 20251 min read
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