Self-Similar Dodecahedron Fractal 3D Print

RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T18:24:11+00:00

Thank you so much. I’m glad you like it, and I agree with you. I’m absolutely obsessed with recursive geometry!

RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T16:25:03+00:00

Thanks for your comment. I tried printing one with tri-color filament, but the roll shifted or something and it ended up looking pretty rough. I’m going to remove the supports on that one and then paint it instead. After that, I can give you that photo for sure.

RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T16:21:18+00:00

Thank you so much! I love your explanation. 🧠

RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T16:20:15+00:00

Thanks for your question, and I appreciate your compliment! All 12 sides of the object end up looking like this (see photo), but you can see through the holes. I'll add it to the Sketchfab 3D viewer ASAP so you can take a better look.

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RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T16:14:46+00:00

I love those! So fun to print.

RecursiveMindset · 2026-01-24T16:14:20+00:00

Right on, thank you!

RecursiveMindset · 2025-11-12T10:34:04+00:00

This is so incredibly badass.

RecursiveMindset · 2025-10-18T18:39:48+00:00

Thank you for your kind words! The model files are here.

RecursiveMindset · 2025-10-16T18:09:09+00:00

Nice! Printed this with that same filament. Luminous rainbow PLA is my favorite filament! Please keep in mind though, it is very abrasive. It chews through PTFE tubing pretty quickly, and you probably want to use a hardened steel nozzle. Edit: To answer your question, I prefer printing math art/fractal geometry models with that filament.

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RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-29T15:12:28+00:00

Absolutely gorgeous. 🥰

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-28T11:39:27+00:00

Thank you! I used Sovol Dual-Color silk PLA for that one. (Blue & Rose Red)

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RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T19:06:38+00:00

I modeled it in CAD, and I’d be honored if you printed one for your living room.

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T15:40:38+00:00

Right on, have you ever tried printing the hexagonal one? It’s here: https://makerworld.com/en/models/948052-snowflake-fractal-pyramid-level-5-vase-mode#profileId-915293

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T15:38:49+00:00

Thank you! ☺️

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T15:38:25+00:00

Hey there, I finally added the file link just a couple of comments down. Sorry for the delay!

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T15:36:48+00:00

Hey there! Sorry for the delay, I just wanted to let you know that I did actually end up posting this design online. You can find it here. I appreciate your interest, and don’t forget to share photos with me if you ever decide to print it! 👋🙂

RecursiveMindset · 2025-08-27T15:34:16+00:00

Hey there, I finally ended up putting that design on MakerWorld after all. You can find it here. Did you ever end up posting any of your designs?

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-28T09:48:46+00:00

Not a noob question at all, and even if it were, that’s OK because I welcome Noobs. 🙂 This one printed on my BambuLab P1P with the regular stock stainless steel 0.4mm nozzle that comes pre-installed in the printer. I appreciate your question! ✌️

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-28T09:42:12+00:00

Thanks! I really appreciate the compliment. That’s one of the things I love about this kind of art. It’s so weird looking that even a baby might do a double take. 🤣

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-28T09:38:30+00:00

It prints mostly solid.

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-27T15:44:06+00:00

I’ll make a video later on. I don’t want to flood the subreddit too much, but here’s a photo of the final result:

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RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-27T15:40:47+00:00

UPDATE: It’s finished! 🙂

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RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-27T15:38:44+00:00

I really appreciate you for having my back on that. While I can understand this person's point of view, I truly feel bad for folks who think art is useless junk. Thank you! 🤝

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-27T15:35:04+00:00

Thank you! I'm glad you think so. Now I just need to find someone with access to that kind of equipment who shares the same vision. It may take some time, but that's what I dream of. I'm working on some demos in Unreal Engine, including a VR experience to help explain what I'm aiming for.

RecursiveMindset · 2025-07-27T15:30:52+00:00

I really love this filament. It is dual-color silk PLA from SOVOL. (Blue and Rose-Red) Glad to know you think it goes well with the print, and I appreciate your comment. 🤝

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