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In this episode of Meet the Makers, we chat with Joe from Gilgarips about his journey into the world of 3D printing. Joe shares how he started with an Ender 3 printer and transitioned from creating tabletop gaming pieces to selling cookie cutters online. He discusses the growth of his 3D printing setup, the challenges of maintaining multiple printers, and his strategies for selling at craft shows and on platforms like TikTok Shop and Etsy. Joe also offers valuable insights for anyone looking to dive into the 3D printing business, highlighting the importance of reliability, design flexibility, and customer focus.
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Where to find Joe
Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@joeripari?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justacertainjoe/
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/gilgarips/?etsrc=sdt 


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Chapters 
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:20 Joe's Journey into 3D Printing
01:15 Scaling Up: From One Printer to Seventeen
02:04 Challenges and Maintenance of 3D Printers
02:51 Transition to Anycubic Vipers and Show Experiences
05:08 The Benefits of Direct Drives and Solid Bed Spacers
05:47 The Struggles of Multicolor Printing and Airbrushing
09:33 Selling 3D Prints at Shows and Markets
16:56 Permanent Maker's Market Setup
18:53 Vendor Variety at Craft Shows
19:18 The Appeal of Diverse Markets
20:18 Exploring TikTok Shop
22:02 Managing Inventory Challenges
23:51 Lessons from 3D Printing Ventures
26:58 Balancing Full-Time Work and 3D Printing
34:19 Future Aspirations in 3D Printing
36:46 Where to Follow Joe Ripari

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