Ten Practical Things To Make With A 3D Printer

Ethan at HackThings writes:

"I went digging on Thingiverse, Shapeways and Ponoko to see if there was anything I’d actually make, and what I found surprised me. Set aside art and jewelry, if you enjoy making things there are plenty of practical, every-day creations to justify the purchase. Especially when you can get a decent 3D printer for $450.

Now, having done the research, I have to swallow some of my skepticism. I’m buying a 3d printer.

Here are ten practical things I want to make."

Read the list here.

The one that excited me most was actually the least practical item on the list-- Legos. Just imagine, any possible Lego shape you can think of. zomg!!

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