Layered Initial and Name Sign

📋 Changelog

v4.0 — Compound name support

• New: support for compound names (e.g. "Emma Rose") — add a second name and optionally a second big initial
• New parameters to control position, size, and font of the second name
• Automatic overlap detection between the two names, with configurable split across plates

This model is a layered decorative name sign combining a large serif initial letter with a script-style name placed on top.
It’s designed as a clean, elegant, and easy-to-print personalized decor piece, perfect for nursery rooms, kids’ bedrooms, gifts, birthdays, or custom home decoration.

This model is the main hub of the Layered Initial + Name Sign collection.

You can:

• download an already available name,
• request a new name in the comments,
• or create it yourself instantly using the Parametric Model Maker.

No AMS required · No glue required (except optional dots) · Parametric

🔤 Ready-made names (recommended)

Many names are already published and organized alphabetically:

• A–D → https://makerworld.com/es/models/2112801-layered-initial-and-name-sign-a-d 
• E–J → https://makerworld.com/es/models/2112720-layered-initial-and-name-sign-e-j 
• K–M → https://makerworld.com/es/models/2112746-layered-initial-and-name-sign-k-m 
• N–Z → https://makerworld.com/es/models/2112761-layered-initial-and-name-sign-n-z 

👉 If your name is already there, this is the best option, as it uses my original manual workflow and typography.

✍️ Want me to personalize a name for you?

That’s totally fine — I’ll keep doing it.

If you don’t find your name in the alphabetical models, just write it in the comments and I’ll add it when possible.

⚙️ Instant DIY with Personalize (Parametric Model Maker)

If you prefer to create the name yourself (or want it instantly), click Personalize to open the model in Parametric Model Maker.

Why use the parametric version?

• No external software needed
• Instant STL generation
• Easy adjustments for tricky names
• Includes Plate 2 with optional dots for i and j
• New in v4.0: compound name support (e.g. "Emma Rose") with optional second big initial
• Perfect if you want to experiment or fine-tune placement

⚠️ Important:
Customization is done before downloading the STL, not in the slicer.

Printed a name you like?

If you’d like to support my work further:

👫 Compound names (new in v4.0)

You can now add a second name to create compound name signs like "Emma Rose" or "Ana María".

To enable it, set name2_active = true and fill in the name2 field. You can also show a second big initial alongside the first by enabling name2_show_Big_Initial.

The model handles everything automatically:

• If both names fit inside the initial, they share Plate 2
• If they overlap, the second name is automatically moved to Plate 4
• You can override this with name2_split_mode if needed

Note: Compound name support is only available in the parametric version. Ready-made names in the alphabetical models are single names only. If you need a compound name, use Personalize or request it in the comments.

🔤 Font note (parametric vs manual names)

• The parametric version uses the “Pacifico” font
• My manually created names use “Peanut Butter”
• They are very similar, but not identical

This is a limitation of Parametric Model Maker, which does not allow Peanut Butter.

If you want the exact same typography as the ready-made names, use the alphabetical models or request a name in the comments.

🔠 Dots on “i” and “j” – three possible approaches

Depending on placement, the dot on i or j may appear floating.
You can choose one of these three solutions:

1️⃣ Adjust the name position (recommended)

Move the name slightly left / right or up / down so the dot rests on the big initial.

• ✔ Cleanest solution
• ✔ No glue required

• ❌ Not always possible if it shifts the name too far off-center

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2️⃣ Remove the dots

Use the name without dots on i and j.

• ✔ Simple and effective
• ✔ No glue required

• ✔ Works well visually in many names

  

3️⃣ Use the separate dots from Plate 2 (exception)

Plate 2 generates separate dots with a special shape designed for easy placement

• ✔ Best visual result when the dot must remain
• ⚠️ Requires a small drop of superglue

• ✔ Only case where glue is needed

  

⚙️ Parameters explained (Parametric Model Maker)

These are the actual parameters available in the OpenSCAD file:

Name style

Initial style

Second name (optional)

Second initial (optional)

Keep first capital (Not recommended)

Fit & assembly

🖨️ Printing & assembly

• No AMS required
• No glue required for normal assembly
• Parts fit and rest together naturally
• Prints flat on the build plate
• Ideal for manual color changes
• PLA recommended

❤️ Final note

If you’re not sure which option to choose:

• alphabetical model
• comment-based personalization
• or parametric customization

👉 Just ask. I’m always happy to help.

And if you print one, photos and boosts are always appreciated 😊