3D Pens 6-8 Session 4

Why do we use identical panels for a sphere?

• Decoration only

• Easier joining, strength, smooth form

• To use more filament

• For color

What helps join curved edges cleanly?

• Slow, steady welding and matched panels

• Fast rush

• Random melting

• Overlapping shapes

Why add more filling inside your sphere?

• Strength and durability

• To waste filament

• To hollow it out

• For looks only

What is PAUSE for?

• Safety, pens on stands, hands off, eyes up

• To change colors

• To end class

• Start decorating

What if you notice a gap?

• Add filament and reinforce

• Ignore it

• Cut it open

• Decorate over it