Designing a Birthday Cap with SelfCAD
How to Design a Birthday Cap with SelfCAD
In this tutorial, we'll embark on a creative journey using SelfCAD, a powerful and user-friendly 3D modeling software. Whether you're a seasoned designer or a beginner eager to explore the world of 3D design, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of crafting a one-of-a-kind birthday cap that reflects your style and personality.
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Once you’ve launched the Editor;
From the 3D Shapes Category on the Toolbar choose Cone. Set Horizontal Segments to 10, Vertical segments to 20,
Click to finalize Cone
From the Deform category on the Toolbar choose Twist. Set y to 180
Click ‘x’ to close Transformation panel
Click to activate Polygon selection. Click on highlighted region to select it
Click Delete button to delete selected object
Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection
From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Add Thickness. Set Thickness to -2
Click to finalize Add thickness
From the 3D Shapes Category on the Toolbar choose Star. Set Local Position to false
Set Radius to 15, Set Inner Radius to 5, Height to 5, Position y to 95, Rotation x to -90, Local Position to undefined
Click to finalize Star
From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Round Object. Set Smoothness to 2
Click to finalize Round Object
Click on mesh-4 to select it
Click Stitch & Scoop on the Toolbar. From the Tool panel choose Union
Click to finalize Union
Complete!
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy and 3D Modeling 101 series. This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.