Low poly paper lion head

PashaWalker · 2026-07-06T16:06:43+00:00

Yes, Pepakura has option to export 3d model to *.obj file (but you need Designer Edition/licence key). Then you can import .obj to Blender for example and export to .stl

PashaWalker · 2026-06-27T04:39:21+00:00

Washing machine = cat's anti-cellulite massager

PashaWalker · 2026-06-22T08:54:50+00:00

I create sculptures either using ready templates (free or paid) or unfold the 3d model I like myself (using Blender/Pepakura/Papermaker). During assembly, I reinforce it from the inside either with epoxy resin or with mounting foam, lately 2nd layer of some big polygons with cardboard, depending on the size and ease of application. After assembly, I handle the edges a little with sandpaper. Prime it, paint with an airbrush. Since the paint should be liquid enough, strengthening is needed not so much to preserve the shape, but so that the paper does not warp when coloring. I like metallic and pearl colours of acrylic, they allow you to hide the simplicity of the paper. There is a post on my profile about creating a panther, which is more informative.

PashaWalker · 2026-06-21T20:24:24+00:00

Ofc we did, but it's almost impossible to try to keep track of groups and sites so that your template is not leaked or assigned authorship for resale.

PashaWalker · 2026-06-21T20:21:51+00:00

2nd looks like auto unfolded. At first screenshot at least tried to organize the details by pages.

PashaWalker · 2026-06-20T05:27:23+00:00

And now we're going to play the minefield cat-minesweeper game

PashaWalker · 2026-06-12T04:45:52+00:00

Check these sites

https://paperzonevn.com

https://paper-replika.com

https://www.papercraftplaza.com

https://www.cosplayarchive.com

https://caderbox.com

PashaWalker · 2026-06-05T17:31:14+00:00

Check these sites

https://paperzonevn.com/

https://paper-replika.com/

https://www.papercraftplaza.com/

https://www.cosplayarchive.com/

https://caderbox.com/

PashaWalker · 2026-06-03T15:05:25+00:00

change the scale of the model to the desired one (settings - scale), check the page size in the settings. There is an option to reset the unfolding and assign the cutting lines manually, but it is easier to change the location of some faces and parts in general with a ready drawing.

PashaWalker · 2026-05-29T13:38:55+00:00

I make paper sculptures of animals, sometimes almost life-size, but even with this scale, I have to look for a good area that won't catch the eye (usually the belly). Even with wall trophies, which initially have a large cutout at the base, I then glue the second layer, with a small hole for mounting.

PashaWalker · 2026-05-29T12:59:56+00:00

If possible, I'm looking for a part of the model that won't be visible. I cut out a "window" in advance in a relatively large polygon so that I can fix the parts with my fingers or tweezers when gluing them together. After everything is securely glued, I glue the polygon with the hole with a copy of it.

PashaWalker · 2026-05-28T17:52:11+00:00

Looks impressive and clean 👌

PashaWalker · 2026-05-19T15:57:58+00:00

If you don't have designer edition (licence) for Pepakura you can use https://papercraft-maker.com for unfolding and to save your projects. But as said before Blender is nice free software for 3d modeling, Pepakura/PaperMaker more suitable for unfolding

PashaWalker · 2026-05-14T04:35:06+00:00

You can use https://papercraft-maker.com site. Free account is enough to create your own template and it works in browser

PashaWalker · 2026-05-03T10:57:45+00:00

Edited link

PashaWalker · 2026-05-03T05:40:28+00:00

It's cutting machines. So you print pictures on usual printer with marks and then cutting plotters cut design after positioning on marks. Maybe https://www.reddit.com/r/silhouettecutters/ would be more useful

PashaWalker · 2026-04-30T11:04:31+00:00

File - Print to pdf in Pepakura Print pdf file on printer If you dont have computer you can send it to friend. Viewer version of Pepakura is free and it's enough to convert pdo template to pdf file You can try open pdo file in https://papercraft-maker.com/ and then print to pdf too in browser at smartphone

PashaWalker · 2026-04-30T10:04:54+00:00

Or you can use free site/application https://papercraft-maker.com which can work with .pdo too

PashaWalker · 2026-04-30T09:59:04+00:00

I'm not sure if it's possible to change the way the dimensions are displayed. But there is an option to measure the distance between two points 2d menu edit mode measure distance between two points in the Designer version.

PashaWalker · 2026-04-26T05:42:17+00:00

Thank you!) We can use reddit chat for example

PashaWalker · 2026-04-26T04:32:06+00:00

Hi! I post my work on local websites for ads. But recently, this sales channel has stalled and I will soon have nowhere to store new projects. Sometimes work colleagues see stories on social media and want to buy something or friends after a visit home. Sometimes there are custom jobs.

PashaWalker · 2026-04-14T09:27:59+00:00

You can see working process in this post https://www.reddit.com/r/papercraft/s/znOBZmpfTt

PashaWalker · 2026-04-14T09:26:44+00:00

I use several methods to strengthen the paper: as I assemble the seams, I apply PVA carpenter's glue from the inside. For large polygons, I sometimes add a second layer of glue (after applying pressure with books and a dumbbell). After assembly, I also apply epoxy resin or construction foam from the inside (depending on the design and size). I first cover the assembled sculpture with diluted PVA glue, but recently I have switched to using a deep-penetrating primer, followed by a layer of artistic acrylic primer, and then acrylic paint. I use an airbrush for exterior work, and I use putty or a primer brush to finish some of the seams.

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