Silhouette Alta 3D Printer – DIY Easy Square Ring

I can’t help it, I have another easy project with you with my new toy, the Silhouette Alta 3D Printer. You can make this DIY Easy Square Ring in under ten minutes, I promise. Again, by taking a simple 2D shape and transforming it into a fun modern ring that you can wear all year long. Grab a snack and read on for the tutorial!

What You Need – DIY Easy Square Ring

• Silhouette Studio (there is a free version!)
• Silhouette Alta 3D printer
• White filament (comes with the 3D Printer)
• Platform (comes with the 3D Printer)
• Platform tape (comes with the 3D Printer)
• Silhouette 3D Software (comes with the 3D Printer)

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Instructions – DIY Easy Square Ring

If this is your first 3D project, I did a post on setting up your 3D Printer and making your first project.

1. Measure the width of the inner circle of a ring that you own
2. In Silhouette Studio, create a square then a circle inside.  Align the center and middle of both shapes. Select both shapes and Make Compound Path. Save your design
3. In the Silhouette 3D Software, open your design from step 2
4. A pop-up will appear: Import As
5. Select Extrusion
6. The design will appear in 3d
7. Make any adjustments to the dimensions on the top menu bar to ensure that the 3D version will fit your finger based on the measurement from step 1
8. Select the 3D Print Tab on the right
9. Select the Quality (I used the Standard option)
10. Press Print. The machine will heat up and print – you will see the countdown of time as well
11. Once the ring is printed, let it cool then remove the platform from the printer
12. Use the spatula to gently remove your ring and any extra filament

Tip: If the ring is not completely smooth or has little strings of filament attached to it, cut off the excess filament and use an emory board (nail file) or sand paper to smooth the surface.

And that’s it! Now go place that sassy ring on your finger and show it off.

Looking for some more jewelry inspiration? Check out these tutorials on How To Make Your Own Modern Jewelry on Maritza Lisa! Happy Making!