25 September 2021

Creating a two tone pendant in Silhouette Alta.

hi there everyone!
Today is a quick  tutorial on how to use 2 different colour filaments to make a two tone pendant.
Given this file ended up not the best to print, the way to create it is still the same.


1- Open the Silhouette Alta software. Click on the library tab on the right side.


2- Select a design you would like to use. Double click on it.


3- A new window will appear. Click on the wax pendant icon.


4- Adjust the size of your design.


5- With the design selecting, right click and ungroup.


6- Separate the inside from the base.


7- To make the hole for the pendant, click on the shape tool and then select the tube shape.


8- Move the tube to where you would like it on your design.


9- Lower the height so it is the same as the backing plate.


10- Select both the tube and the backing plate and right click then group.


11- Click on the 3D print icon. The base is ready to print. Adjust the print settings and print.


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13- Select the insert of the design. Adjust the print settings and change the filament colour. Print your design.


14- Print your insert.


15- Change your filament and print your base.


16- Using filament glue adhere the both together.




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