Taking a Step Back to Move Forward If you’ve been following Mostly 3D for a while, you may have noticed that things have been a little quieter than usual over the past couple of months. That pause wasn’t accidental. We intentionally stepped back to evaluate where we’ve been, where we’re going, and how we want Mostly 3D to grow moving into 2026. As a small, family-run business, every change we make is hands-on and thoughtful. When we adjust direction, it’s because we’re commit

Small, flexible, and full of personality, Pocket Pals 3D have quietly become one of the most recognizable desk toys and collectibles in the maker world. They show up at craft fairs, classrooms, office desks, and birthday parties—often not as a single figure, but as carefully chosen packs that reflect personal taste, favorite animals, or themes. So what exactly are Pocket Pals 3D, and why are so many people building custom sets instead of buying just one? Let’s break it down.

3D printed collectibles are more popular than ever. From flexible animals to novelty desk toys, buyers have no shortage of options. But as the market grows, so does the gap between mass-produced novelty prints  and carefully crafted collectibles designed to last . Pocket Pals 3D were created to stand apart from typical 3D printed collectibles. While many products may look similar in photos, the differences become obvious once you compare design originality, customization opti

“Build your own” products are popular for a reason. Customers enjoy having control, seeing exactly what they’re getting, and creating something that feels personal. The Pocket Pals 3D Pack Builder was designed with that experience in mind—simple, flexible, and transparent from start to finish. This guide walks through how the Pocket Pals Pack Builder works, step by step, so you know exactly what to expect before checkout. Whether you’re building a small gift set or a larger b

Introduction Mostly 3D is a family-owned and operated 3D printing business built on curiosity, creativity, and a shared love of making things that bring people joy. What began as a small idea has grown into a carefully run print farm operated from our home, where every product is designed, printed, inspected, and packed with intention. While our tools include modern 3D printers and digital models, the heart of Mostly 3D is very traditional: family, craftsmanship, and pride in

Running a 3D printer farm sounds glamorous until you’re staring at a dozen build plates that all need to finish on time, match the same color standard, and pass the same quality checks—while new orders keep coming in. At Mostly 3D, we’re a husband-and-wife maker team, and our shop has grown from hobby-scale printing into a 15-printer Bambu Lab farm built for consistent output and repeatable quality. Our goal isn’t to “print fast.” It’s to print reliably—so every articulated f