AFK Artifact
AFK Model Forge
An AFK Artifact division

Your File, My Printer

Custom 3D printing on a Creality K2 Combo with a 0.6 mm nozzle and SuperCool PEI plate. Instant quotes are reviewed for printability before production.

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Client work

Custom tools for working makers

Model Forge commissions start with the way a client actually works, then turn that workflow into a practical object that still feels unmistakably theirs.

Four custom multicolor Glaze Ranch Glitter tumbler drying bases with horse branding
Completed client commission

Glaze Ranch Glitter tumbler drying base

We created a purpose-built drying base for Glaze Ranch Glitter, a tumbler crafter who wanted a shop tool that could carry the same bold identity as the finished work. The horse mark, business name, layered color, and center support are built into one cohesive piece.

Made for the workflow

A functional base shaped around the client's tumbler-drying process.

Built around the brand

High-contrast layers make the horse artwork and Glaze Ranch Glitter name part of the tool itself.

The result: useful shop equipment that looks like it belongs to the maker using it.

Visit @glazeranchglitterRequest a custom shop tool
Completed client commission

Melissa QCB giraffe tumbler drying base

This custom drying-base set was made for Melissa QCB, pairing a tall oval work surface with an illustrated giraffe motif and a high-contrast two-color finish. The center support keeps the functional part of the tool integrated cleanly into the artwork.

A coordinated working set

Matching bases give the client a consistent tool for multiple tumbler projects.

Artwork shaped into the tool

Fine giraffe linework and the contrasting center post turn a practical fixture into a distinctive client piece.

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Three custom Melissa QCB tumbler drying bases with black giraffe artwork
Model Forge workbench

Gear and filament we recommend

Printers, materials, and shop accessories selected around the same practical production work we do at AFK Model Forge.

Creality K2 Combo
printer

Creality K2 Combo

Large-format multi-color printer used by AFK Model Forge.

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filament

Creality Hyper PLAFast-printing PLA for prototypes, accessories, and everyday parts.Creality Hyper PETGDurable PETG for functional parts that need additional heat and impact resistance.Creality CR-PLA MatteLow-gloss PLA suited to display pieces and tabletop accessories.Creality Hyper PLA-CFCarbon-fiber-filled PLA for rigid specialty parts on compatible hardware.

dryer

Creality Space Pi Filament DryerFilament drying and storage for more consistent print quality.

build plate

K2 Series PEI Build PlateReplacement PEI build surface compatible with the selected K2 configuration.

nozzle

K2 Series 0.6 mm NozzleA 0.6 mm nozzle for stronger parts and efficient production printing.

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AFK Model Forge library

Print-ready 3D files

Browse AFK Model Forge licensed STL files prepared for convenient download. Each listing includes solid reference views alongside its interactive model preview.

Nefertiti Bust - Printable STL title card
$2.49

A detailed museum scan of the iconic Nefertiti bust, ready for your slicer.

History fans, educators, display-print makers, and sculpture collectors.
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Frejus Monument - Printable STL title card
$2.49

A high-detail historic monument scan prepared as a convenient printable download.

Historic miniature builders, educators, monument collectors, and display-print makers.
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Grabengel Angel - Printable STL title card
$2.49

An expressive cemetery angel scan for detailed display printing.

Sculpture collectors, memorial-art enthusiasts, diorama builders, and display-print makers.
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Pool Saber Foam Sword title card
AFK Model Forge

Pool Saber Foam Sword

From $10

A lightweight foam play sword made because a simple pool noodle deserved a handle that felt more intentional, comfortable, and fun.

Families, cosplayers, party planners, tabletop fans, and anyone who wants a playful foam prop with a distinctive printed handle.
Made to order - from $10Physical foam sword with 3D-printed hilt
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Pool Saber Hilt - Commercial Production License title card
$19.99

For makers who want to print the Pool Saber themselves or add finished physical versions to their own small-shop catalog.

Independent makers, print farms, prop builders, and small shops that want legal permission to sell finished physical prints of this AFK Model Forge design.
Commercial license - digital deliveryDigital 3MF design and commercial print license
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From the workshop

Make the print decisions with us

See how AFK Model Forge approaches quoting and file preparation before you submit a job.

How to price a 3D print

Material, machine time, labor, failure risk, packaging, and fulfillment without guesswork.

Prepare an STL for one build plate

Check scale, mesh quality, orientation, wall thickness, fit, and support behavior before ordering.

Before you order

3D printing FAQ

What files can I upload?

Upload one STL file up to 350 MB. The model must fit on a single Creality K2 build plate after your selected scale is applied.

Which materials and colors are available?

The instant quote supports PLA, PETG, ABS, and PLA-CF in the colors currently shown in the configurator. We confirm availability during printability review before production.

How accurate is the instant estimate?

The estimate analyzes model dimensions and volume using the selected quality, infill, supports, quantity, and scale. Every paid job receives a manual printability review before production begins.

Can I choose local pickup instead of shipping?

Yes. Select scheduled local pickup during configuration. We will contact you to arrange a pickup time after the order is printed and ready.

Do I need permission to print the model?

Yes. Before checkout you must certify that you own the file or have permission to reproduce it and that the print does not violate copyright, trademark, or other rights.

What happens if the model cannot be printed as submitted?

We will contact you before production if the model needs changes, exceeds the build plate, requires a different orientation, or presents another printability concern. Physical-order refund terms apply if we cannot fulfill the job.