u/shuttlepod

Vase Mode Flower for 3D Printing - Help, Please!

I'm self-teaching, obviously I still have a lot to learn. I've tried multiple different approaches to achieve these vase mode printable flowers (similar to this) and I simply cannot figure out how to get the curvy taper towards the center. They always come out like cylinders. I thought I could use a taper angle with sweep, but that doesn't work. I've tried loft but I can't get the twist. I know I'm probably just not using the right tool.. But I'm totally stumped here - Help would be sincerely appreciated!

u/shuttlepod — 2 days ago

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So I've got about 700hours of printing under my belt on my CC1 and with honestly *minimal* effort. I've stuck to pre-made filament profiles, haven't had any issues that made me need to switch.. But now I've realized how lazy and uneducated I am as a result.

I've never built a filament profile. I've only tweaked settings as needed when I run into challenges. I have been teaching myself CAD and make some of my own designs. Now I want to do better on the printing side and have a stronger understanding.. And I want to stop using Elegoo Slicer, make the switch over to Orca exclusively.

Funny enough I feel like this is going to be a tough habit to break when I've had such great results putting in minimal effort. My biggest question is - Where do I start? Should I just go back to square one and pretend I'm completely new and starting over? I'd love some advice.

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u/shuttlepod — 9 days ago