Description:
This brush holder is a simple and functional design, perfect for artists, hobby painters, or anyone looking to organize their creative tools on a desk. The model consists of three interconnected cylindrical containers with separate caps, that can hold brushes of various sizes, pencils, or other art supplies. The modular design allows for easy expansion by printing multiple units and assembling them, providing flexibility based on your needs. In the attached image, you can see the holder in use next to an easel with a painted landscape and a decorative birdcage, showing how it fits seamlessly into an art studio. It's stable, easy to clean, and takes up minimal space on the table.
Why Print It?
Efficient Organization: Keeps brushes upright and accessible, preventing damage to the tips.
Customizable: You can scale the model in slicing software (like **** or PrusaSlicer) to adjust sizes.
Eco-Friendly: Use recycled filament or PLA for sustainability.
Ideal for makers, artists, or as a quick DIY project – printing the cylinders + caps takes about 11 hours, depending on settings.
Recommended Materials:
Filament: PLA (as I used) for ease of printing and good surface finish, but you can try PETG or ABS if you need more durability.
Colors: I printed in dark green for a natural look, but any color works – experiment!
Printing Settings (Tested on a Standard Printer, like Ender 3):
Nozzle Temperature: 215°C (optimal for PLA; adjust based on your filament).
Bed Temperature: 60°C (if you have a heated bed).
Layer Height: 0.2 mm for a smooth finish.
Speed: 50-60 mm/s.
Infill: 5%.
Walls: 1.
Supports: Not required; the design is printable without them.
Estimated Time: 11 hours for cylinders + caps, depending on size and printer.
Post-Processing:
I chose to paint the holder separately after printing, using matte green acrylic paint for a more aesthetic and personalized look. This step is optional but recommended if you want to match it to your studio decor. Simply sand the surface lightly with fine grit sandpaper (220 grit), apply a primer if needed, then paint in thin layers. Let it dry completely before use. If you prefer the raw filament finish, skip this!
Included Files (for Download):
Cylinders
Caps
If you print this model, share photos of your result in the comments – I'd love to see how you customize it! If you have improvement suggestions, leave feedback. Happy printing! 🎨🖨️