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Cool 3D Prints for Summer
Summer is the perfect season to fire up your 3D printer and bring vibrant, functional, and fun projects to life. As we head into July 2025, 3D printing enthusiasts have more choice than ever when it comes to creating beach-ready accessories, backyard gadgets, and sun-soaked décor. In this article, we’ll explore 15 cool things to 3D print that combine creativity, practicality, and the joyful spirit of summer.
You can print ALL of these cool gadgets at Hi3DP! Whether you’re gearing up for poolside lounging or outdoor adventures, these designs will help you beat the heat in style. Upload Your 3D Files and Try >>
Breeze Buddy
Meet the BreezeBuddy, a playful handheld squeeze fan that delivers a surprising blast of air with just one squeeze of your grip. The lightweight toy turns simple mechanics into a summer staple—spin the fan blades “insanely quickly” by compressing the handle, and enjoy a refreshing breeze wherever you roam. This 3D printed fan requires no batteries or electronics; it is perfect for beach days, picnics, or outdoor concerts.
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Mirror Monstera
Transform your mirror into a slice of urban jungle while clearing up precious counter real estate. The Mirror Monstera attaches directly to glass with clear double-sided tape, creating the illusion of a half-plant sprouting from your mirror’s edge—no bulky shelves required. The Mirror Monstera brings a fresh, botanical accent right where you need it most, keeping your daily essentials organized and within sight—no drilling, no hardware, just peel-and-stick convenience.
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Butterfly Fridge Magnets
Add a flutter of summertime charm to any metal surface with ForgeCore’s Butterfly Fridge Magnets. The set features three lifelike species—a Monarch, a Tiger Swallowtail, and a Blue Morpho—each sculpted from reference photos for realistic wing shapes and vein details. Whether you’re jazzing up your kitchen fridge, personalizing a metal garden sign, or outfitting your pool-house mini-bar, these vibrant butterflies bring a touch of nature indoors—no painting required. They’re a quick, eye-catching print that brightens up any summer space with minimal fuss.
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Air Slides
Step into summer with Air Slides—a fully 3D printable pair of slippers engineered for ultimate comfort and airflow. Designed for the Chillin’ Summer 2025 theme, these slides combine a ventilated insole, a lightweight infill sole, and a soft mesh-style strap that adapts snugly to your foot. Whether you’re strolling the boardwalk, lounging poolside, or relaxing at home, Air Slides deliver instant, breathable comfort. They’re a fun, functional print that elevates your summer footwear game while showing off the versatility of flexible 3D printing materials.
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Can Lid
Keep bugs, dust, and rogue ice cubes out of your summer sips with a clever can lid. Offered in two diameters—Regular (fits standard 330 ml beer cans, Pepsi Max, Monster Energy) and Slim (fits Coca-Cola, Red Bull, Power King)—this one-piece snap-on cap clips securely over the rim of any aluminum can for an instant protective seal. From poolside loungers to picnic blankets and campfire circles, this snap-on lid is the ultimate summer accessory—keeping your favorite cans fresh, clean, and critter-free without ever slowing down the fun.
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Vibrant Plant Vase
Showcase your favorite plant cuttings in style with this plant vase—a sleek, oval base engineered to hold standard 20 mm and 25 mm test tubes for effortless hydroponic display. As gardens burst into life, this 3D print lets you bring the joy of propagation indoors—even if you’re just starting cuttings from seasonal blooms. Its modern, unobtrusive silhouette blends with any décor, making it also a perfect desk accessory for plant lovers to watch new roots unfurl all summer long.
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Tiny Rubber Ducks
Bring a touch of whimsy to your straws, garden hoses, or decorative tubing with these pint-size rubber duckies. Created “to welcome SUMMER,” this model pack includes three different tube-fitting sleeves and two duck styles—one classic, one rocking shade—for endless customization. Thread these cheerful ducks onto drink straws at your next backyard BBQ, slide them onto pool-side sprinkler hoses for a playful flourish, or string a row along a garden trellis for an instant splash of summer cheer—no assembly, all smiles.
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Hand Fan
Elevate your cooling game with this ingeniously segmented hand fan. Instead of a traditional fabric-and-rib design, this model prints a series of interlocking blades that you stack onto a central axle—seven “middle” blades plus two end caps—then secure with a single M3 × 12 mm screw for a crisp, foldable fan that opens and closes smoothly. This fan is a satisfying mechanical fidget that cools you off with a flick of the wrist. Show off your color-change skills and enjoy a uniquely 3D printed take on a centuries-old summer staple.
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High Detail 3D Benchy
Put your printer’s skills through a rapid-fire test with Triple G Workshop’s High Detail Benchmark Boat. This refined tugboat model challenges overhangs, bridges, and fine surface details—all without a single support required—and completes in under one hour at default scale. Get instant feedback on your hot-end calibration and speed settings with a fast, eye-catching print—perfect for dialing in your summer printing parameters before tackling larger projects.
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Flexi Animal
Wriggle into summer fun with 3D printed flexi animal! Here is a print-in-place, support-free articulated toy that bends and wiggles like the real thing. This multi-segment critter consists of interlocking “body” shells that flex seamlessly when you squeeze or bend it, transforming your print into a dynamic fidget object or a charming desktop companion. Whether you’re dialing in your printer’s tolerances or just craving a tactile desk toy, the Flexi delivers endless wiggling delight with minimal setup—perfect for summer makers of all ages.
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Swimming Pool Filler Hook
This 3D printed hook lets you clamp your hose in place and walk away while it fills any tub, container, or kiddie pool. No more holding the hose or worrying it will pop free mid-fill—just slip the angled lip over the rim, click your Gardena-style quick-connect onto the lower hook, and enjoy hands-free watering. Whether you’re topping off a sun-warmed hot tub or refilling a backyard splash pool, this hook frees your hands so you can prep summer snacks, chat with friends, or simply kick back in your new Air Slides—and let your 3D printer do the work for you.
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Sunglasses Car Clip
Keep your shades safe and within reach on every road trip with Celta’s Sunglasses Car Clip—a minimalist, snap-on visor mount that grips most eyeglass arms without slipping. From sun-soaked commutes to scenic coastal drives, this clip ensures your favorite shades are always at hand—no digging through consoles or glove boxes and no risk of scratching lenses on rough surfaces.
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Flower Shaped Floating Can Cooler
Bring botanical elegance to your next pool party with MMM’s Flower-Shaped Floating Can Cooler—a single-piece floral raft that keeps your 330 ml can gliding serenely across the water’s surface. Inspired by the graceful petals of sea roses, this innovative cooler combines eye-catching style with practical buoyancy. Whether you’re drifting on an inflatable lounger or sunning on the dock, this floating flower cooler keeps your can close at hand—and your hands-free for snacks, sunglasses, and summer fun.
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Ocean Dragon
Dive into summer creativity with a 3D printed dragon—a beautifully detailed, print-in-place model that curls, flexes, and shimmers like a sea serpent emerging from the surf. Whether hunting sea treasures at the beach or dreaming of ocean voyages from your desk, the Ocean Dragon brings the spirit of summer’s tides to life. Its sinuous form captures light and movement, making it a standout print that both showcases your printer’s precision and adds a touch of aquatic wonder to your summer décor.
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Unicorn Bubble Maker
Add a dash of magic to your summer bubble sessions with the Unicorn Bubble Maker—a charming unicorn-shaped enclosure designed to house Bambu Lab’s Electric Bubble Maker Kit 01 (ZC006) for an enchanting blend of form and function. Perfect for backyard BBQs, pool parties, or afternoon playdates, this Unicorn Bubble Maker unleashes continuous streams of bubbles from a lovable 3D printed steed—no cookie-cutter machines here, just pure summer whimsy straight off your printer.
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