These stout little guardians spring to life at the crossroads of folklore and steampunk. Each gnome bears unique armor, miniature gadgets, and spirited expressions—perfect for tabletop role-playing, dioramas, or as a whimsical desk companion. Designed as a single solid mesh, you can print them without worrying about assembly or tiny fragile connectors.
AI & ARTIST CREATIVITY DISCLOSURE
This collection was co-created using cutting-edge AI 3D generators and then lovingly refined by a human artist for balanced proportions, crisp details, and optimal printability.
3D PRINT SETTINGS & TIPS
Orientation:
Print standing upright on the base of the feet. No supports are strictly necessary for most poses, but a light touch of supports under overhanging arms or hats can help ensure crisp details.
Layer Height:
0.1 mm for miniatures with fine facial details
0.15–0.2 mm for faster draft prints
Infill:
15–20% gyroid or honeycomb
If you want a bit more weight for sturdiness, bump to 25%
Shells / Walls:
2–3 perimeters to capture armor ridges cleanly
Supports:
Use light Touch-L-type supports under deep overhangs (e.g., wide arms, hat brims). If your slicer has “tree supports,” they work beautifully and peel away easily.
Print Speed:
40–50 mm/s for best detail
Bed Adhesion:
A thin brim or skirt helps stabilize the narrow feet; blue painter’s tape or a light PVA glue stick works great.
Filament Recommendations:
PLA or PLA+ for crisp detail and ease of printing
PETG if you need slightly more durability (just watch bridging)
Post-Processing:
Wet-sand gently with 400–800 grit for super-smooth armor
Primer with a gray or white spray primer helps acrylics pop
Consider a fine wash (thinned dark paint) in crevices to accent shadows
