Articulated Happy Axolotl - V2
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🦎 Description
A cute, fully articulated axolotl designed for smooth movement, satisfying fidgeting, and reliable printing.
The original version of this model was first made in 2023, then released on Makerworld in 2025. This version focuses on cleaner sculpting with a more ‘realistic’ (but still cute!) body shape, improved articulation strength, and overall durability while keeping the same friendly, playful feel. It prints in place and is ready to wiggle straight off the bed.
Multiple sizes and profiles are included so you can print anything from tiny desk buddies to larger, more display-worthy axolotls in both AMS and non-AMS versions. Whether you’re printing one… or suddenly have a whole pile, it’s a fun and approachable print for all skill levels.
🦎 What's coming next
There'll be another update coming that improves the articulation of the Axolotl's limbs in the up/down motion, as I'd like greater movability there. But already, it has a lot of wiggle!
⚠️ Important Notes & Printing Tips
No supports needed
This model is designed to print without supports. If your slicer (such as Bambu Studio) suggests adding them, you can safely ignore it. Supports will make cleanup harder and aren’t required.
Bed adhesion
If you run into adhesion issues, try adding a brim. Otherwise, make sure your build plate is clean, and consider using glue stick or hairspray for extra grip.
Single colour painting
In my sample images the single-colour prints shown have been hand painted using acrylic paints (both paint markers and brush paints). This is a great option if you want colour without the extra time of multi-colour printing or if you don’t have an AMS. The model is designed with creases and deep eyewells to help you paint accurately.
Scaling guidance
The smallest provided size is designed for 100% scale. Going smaller than this increases the risk of joints breaking. Do so at your own risk
For reference, the scaling of my official profiles:
- Small: 100%
- Medium: 150%
- Large: 220%
Membership
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License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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