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Hive Lens: Cubee's First Photo Competition Is Coming📸
Cubee's first photo competition is almost here. Pick a design, print it, photograph it, and let the community decide. Submissions open May 1st.
Pranav Gharge
5 days ago1 min read


The Easter Egg Hunt 2026 is Over. And We Have a Winner.
From $1,000 to $4,000 in prizes. One crazy easter egg hunt. Nine levels of egg hell. One winner. Here's everything that happened.
Pranav Gharge
Apr 142 min read


Welcome to the Hive, Karim Rashid 🐝
We built Hive to bridge world-class design with local makers. Today, that vision just got a whole lot bigger.
Pranav Gharge
Mar 310 min read


Where to Sell 3D Prints: Etsy vs Shopify vs Facebook (2026)
You've got 3D prints coming off your print bed. Now you need to sell them. The problem isn't that there are too few platforms — it's that everyone online has a strong opinion about which one is "best," and most of that advice ignores your actual situation. This guide breaks down Etsy, Shopify, Facebook Marketplace, and local sales with fee math, honest trade-offs, and a clear framework for deciding where to start.
Pranav Gharge
Feb 246 min read


How to Price 3D Printed Products Without Feeling Like You’re Guessing
If you've ever been confused and priced yourself lower than you should have just to "stay competitive," this post is for you. We're breaking down why cost-plus pricing is the wrong starting point, and what to use instead.
Pranav Gharge
Feb 178 min read


The Best Slicer Settings for PLA, PETG, and ABS: Dialing in Your Filament
YamYest Design via Cubee3D You can have the best 3D printer on the market, but without the right print settings the difference between a beautiful part and a pile of plastic spaghetti can be as simple as changing a single temperature value. This blog post will guide you through the essential and often misunderstood slicer settings for these three 3D printing filaments – Polylactic Acid (PLA), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), and Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol-modifie
Pranav Gharge
Dec 16, 20256 min read


The Best 3D Model Subscription Just Got Better: Introducing Cubee Club
Introducing Cubee Club: The new perks hub for Hive members. Get exclusive discounts on Polymaker, Magigoo, and more. See how your 3D model subscription can pay for itself.
Pranav Gharge
Nov 24, 20250 min read


#Hive-Reels-Challenge: Show your Hive Prints. Win a 3D Printer!
Bambu Lab A1 3D Printer - First Place Prize What better way to celebrate these Holidays than by sharing your incredible 3D printing creations? This holiday season, we're hosting one of our sportiest competitions of the year – Hive Reels Challenge! Upload your Reels, tag Hive, and win a 3D printer this holiday season 🏆 Some of you might remember the first time we ran it — we got a few awesome entries, but not quite enough to finish it properly. So we’re bringing it back with
Pranav Gharge
Nov 12, 20254 min read


3D Print Supports Explained: When to Use Tree vs. Standard Supports
Getting perfect 3D prints, especially for tricky or detailed models, often comes down to how you handle supports. In this article, we’ll break down the difference between Tree and Standard supports in FFF printing, explain what makes each unique, when to use them, and how they affect your final print. By the end, you’ll know exactly which one to pick for cleaner results, faster prints, and fewer headaches.
Pranav Gharge
Nov 4, 20254 min read


How to Print Hollow Models: A Step-by-Step Vase Mode Tutorial
Learn the magic of 'Vase Mode' to 3D print perfectly seamless, hollow objects. This step-by-step guide walks you through the essential slicer settings you need to print stunning vases, lampshades, and more. We'll even show you how to fix common issues for a flawless finish every time. Click to read the full tutorial!
Pranav Gharge
Oct 20, 20258 min read
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