Merry Christmas: The Story Behind Our Holiday Collection

Merry Christmas from our Quebec print farm to your home. Today we are sharing the design process behind our 2024 holiday collection — how each piece went from concept sketch to finished collectible.

Starting in August

Holiday design work begins in late summer. Our artists and community partners start sketching concepts, considering themes, poses, and printability. By September, prototypes are running on our test printers.

Community Artist Collaboration

Several holiday designs came from community artists like Cinderwing3D and McGybeer. Their creative vision combined with our production expertise produces designs that are both artistic and reliably printable at scale.

Production Ramp-Up

By October, holiday designs are finalized and production begins across our 200+ printer fleet. We pre-print popular items to ensure fast shipping during the holiday rush while maintaining quality standards.

Color and Material Selection

Holiday pieces use special filament colors — metallic reds, forest greens, and gold silks that evoke the season. Each color is tested across multiple designs to ensure consistency across the collection.

Looking Ahead to 2025

We are already planning next year holiday collection. Themes include more articulated designs, larger statement pieces, and expanded seasonal variety. Follow us for sneak peeks throughout the year.

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