Vicky Somma

Vicky Somma

@tgaw.com

Grey-Haired Maker Mom. Also: Software Developer, Fledgling Trail Runner, Vonnegut Fan, #HWYST co-host, Author of #Blender #3DPrinting by Example, and #3DPrintopia Board Member.

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3DPrintopia®
@3dprintopia.bsky.social

On Fridays, our VP of Operations tends to post an update on the Facebook page. Here are two most recent installments. Links to the original Facebook posts will be in the comments. #3DPrinting #3DPrintopia

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight Dr. Nightingale and I will be "staying crazy" with Zany Maker Zak. We look forward to learning more about his intricate projects and what's next for him and the RepRap Festivals he loves. Join us live if you can-- links below. Photo by @daveofthings.bsky.social

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Some of the many things prolific Steph Piper makes are Skill Trees which gamify the learning process. In preparation for tonight's "How Would You Slice That?" episode, I printed & filled out the #3DPrinting one. They are free on GitHub if you want to look over yours! Link below!

Vicky Somma
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I never shared my @headamame.bsky.social headphones. I wanted something to remind me of one of my favorite hiking floras- Mountain Laurel, which are blooming in Virginia right now. These headphones have been bringing me joy every time I enter my office. I *love* them!

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

You aren't imagining things, it is a Prime Tuesday! But, Lawrence and I won't be streaming tonight. The "How Would You Slice That?" Steph Piper episode will now be June 2nd. All is well-- just a conflict with one of the many end-of-the-school year events. :) Have a great night!

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight on "How Would You Slice That?" we'll be talking about taking the slicer out of the equation. Claywoven is making intricate, non-planar creations in both clay and plastic by using @blender.org to make his own G-code. Join us live at 8 PM EDT if you can!

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight's How Would You Slice That we'll be talking lights and soundtracks and "keep doing it big" with none other than @b1gjano.bsky.social ! Join us live at 8 PM EDT if you can. Links below.

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight on "How Would You Slice That?" we'll be meeting with Cryptatrope maker Prime Tower Designs and discussing how he makes little moments of magic with #3DPrinting. Join us live at 8 PM EDT if you can. Links below.

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Our "How Would You Slice That?" first guest of 2026 will be.... @beardedprinter.bsky.social ! Join us live at 8 PM EST if you can. And even if you can't make it, consider checking out his models. There are some great ones for Valentine's Day! ;)

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight on "How Would You Slice That?" we'll be joined by @kekreations.bsky.social . Kirsten came into #3DPrinting as a freelance 2D artist. She has built quite a fan base and a community, including *400* authorized sellers of her work. Join us live- 8 PM EST.

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight's "How Would You Slice That?" guest is Luis Garcia. He makes life-size statues of anime and pop-culture characters and illustrates that impact isn't always measured in "likes". Join us live at 8 PM EDT if you can. Links below!

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Happy Prime Tuesday! Tonight, Lawrence (a long-time 3DPrintopia Volunteer, Exhibitor, and Speaker) and I (a 3DPrintopia Board Member) are talking about... how'd you guess? @3dprintopia.bsky.social ! Join us live if you can and bring your questions and hype!

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RainMotorsports
@rainmotorsports.com

Want to see the printers I've posted these last 19 days. See all of these and more ready to print live at @3DPrintopia less than 7 days from now. The only real limit is how much electricity I can pump into the booth!

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Mitch 3D
@themitch22.bsky.social

A good design exercise for @openscad.bsky.social is to make makerchips, SVG import, text linear_extrude, and shape iteration. Don’t have an MMU/AMS? Just manually swap filament for the first and last layers with your pop color. Of course this can all be done in the slicer.

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Rocky Mountain RepRap Festival
@rmrrf.bsky.social

🎉 Mark your calendars! The 4th Annual Rocky Mountain RepRap Festival is April 18–19, 2026 at The Ranch in Loveland, CO. Two full days of 3D printers, projects, giant builds, live demos, and awesome community vibes. Admission is FREE — tickets available now 👉 rmrrf.com 🎟️

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Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

#3DPrintopia is fast approaching! One way I know-- my shirt has arrived! These aren't going to be at sale at the event. If you want one too, you can order before (or after) the event at 3dprintopia.square.site. Hope to see you in Bel Air, MD September 27th and 28th!

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E3D
@e3donline.bsky.social

We're so excited for #3DPrintopia later this month! 🥳 Georgia, Dan, James and Sam can't wait to show you what we've been working on and to nerd out on all things #3DPrinting Are we going to see you there?

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Maker Faire Orange County
@makerfaireoc.com

#MeetTheMaker: Meet The Makr Lab at Maker Faire OC 2025! Explore their mini makerspace with laser cutting, vinyl cutting, embroidery, and more. Get a sneak peek at their next-gen community makerspace opening in late 2025—and learn about exclusive Founding Memberships! themakrlab.com

Vicky Somma
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Happy Prime Tuesday! Our guest for "How Would You Slice That?" tonight is @joshuartaylor.bsky.social . He is tackling waste on multiple fronts with the Recreator3D project. He's also my "Birthday Crème Brûlée Buddy". :) Join us live in just about 45 minutes, if you can. Links below!

Vicky Somma
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Happy Prime Tuesday! On tonight's "How Would You Slice That?" we'll be talking to two people who have grown up with #3DPrinting! 8th Grader Reese and 9th Grader Sagan will be talking about their experiences. I expect some Warhammer lore will sneak in as well. 😄 Join us live if you can at 8 PM EDT.

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Facebook reminded me that 10 years ago, I did my first two color print with filament swaps! So much easier nowadays! :) #3DPrinting

Vicky Somma
@tgaw.com

Greetings on this Prime Tuesday! "How Would You Slice That?" is back tonight June 17 at 8 PM EDT. The guest tonight is Ecovate 3D's Beverly Tan. Expected topics are small business, speaking engagements, and an interesting use of under-extruding on purpose. Join us live if you can!