Easier 3d Printing Cookie Cutters with a Slicer Hack

This is a new, easy, straightforward way to convert any solid image into a 3d printing cookie cutter. Instead of using a graphic editor to create an outline for your cookie cutter in this video, I teach you how to use your slicer, Cura, PrusaSlicer, Simplify3d, or others to create the outline used in 3d printed cookie cutters. The video also includes simple instructions on how to use ThinkerCAD to the flat image and convert it to a 3d design.

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00:00 Introduction
02:09 Characteristics of Cookie Cutters
03:34 What is Vase Mode?
05:06 Best Images for Cookie Cutters
07:33 Converting bitmaps to SVG files
09:56 Using TinkerCad to extruder Cookie Cutters
12:37 Special Slicer Settings for Cookie Cutters

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Let's continue to learn together. Irv

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[speedpedals]

Thank you for the eductation. I am new to 3D printing and it has been frustrating. Your videos are a huge help. You talk slow enough as not to shotgun knowledge yet fast enough to stay focused and you are not assuming everyone is experienced. Please continue your efforts. Again, thank you.

[Ajd]

This was a wonderful lesson for me. Thanks for your clear description of how to make a cookie cutter.

[paolazanetta]

I love how you explain everything. I was looking for how to make cookie cutters without any prior knowledge and you have shown me step by step how to achieve it. Thank you very much.

[DeAnn_Davies_]

I received a 3D printer for a Christmas, birthday, and retirement gift. I am so happy about this video! Thank you for the easy step-by-step instruction and clear explanations. You are an amazing teacher!

[solargardenssaskatoon]

Thanks for this great instruction. Can you do a video on making hollow rolling pin with texture on the outside so it can be rolled into clay to leave a pattern? Thank you.

[davedawber]

New to 3D printing. Great video explained in layman’s terms. Thank you.

[lisamruss]

I love how you teach with such enthusiasm! Great tips thank you!

[kellyjean]

So fun, can’t wait to give this a try. My printer arrived two days ago. I appreciate the way you teach, and look forward to watching more of your videos. Thank you

[purebloodwitch]

Love this video! I almost went crazy creating my cookie cutter. I‘m new to this and this video saved me so much trouble.

[OkieKrafter]

A very informative video. Thank you for making it extremely simple and easy to make cookie cutters! Now I can make some of my own and give them as funny gifts. (I can now also make biscuit cutters too). Now the possibilities are endless. I'm one of those that is a multi crafter and I use SVGs all the time. Thank You so much for this video!

[timroach]

I enjoy watching your videos. I think its your upbeat candor and smiling advice. Keep up the good videos.

[woodwaker]

You explained this so well and made it so simple. Great job

[katherinewhite]

Yeah! I struggled to make a cookie cutter and finally gave up. Now I can go back to the drawing board and use this technique. Thank you!

[climbon]

This is so obvious I feel dumb not realizing it was this easy!

Love your videos!

[TheCraftingColorist-egrt]

Thank you Mr Rogers! Great video! Just what I needed.

[camilleroth]

This was extremely helpful! Thank you for the positive delivery. I'm excited!

[ITSTHISEASY]

Sir, not only are you like watching Bob Ross which is a compliment, but you totally helped me with this easier way to make cutters. My sister owns a cookie shop and she is always asking me to make her cutters. Now with this much easier way I can make her whatever she wants. That deserves a subscribe from me. :) I am also a youtuber but have a long way to go to get to your subs. Congratulations Sir.

[ciliciaann]

I learn so much from your videos. You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you for all your work.

[Appregator]

Very enthusiastic chap. Haha. God bless from South Africa.

[goosesicle]

this could have been a 3 minute video but im still glad you made it because I it helped me with the slicer settings :)