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== Introduction ==



3D printing is so versatile that it can also be incorporated into fabric, hence bringing rise to futuristic garment features. 

It has flourished in the fashion industry, and many famous brands are already making and selling 3D-printed garments. 

3D printing enables you to create your own designs for your clothes and personalize them as you would like. From cosplayers' costumes to footwear to pieces of jewelry to intricate patterns for your old shirts, 3D printing can bring your creations to life.

[[File:3D printing on fabric.png|center|500x1000px|3D printing on fabric]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 1. 3D printed fabric</div>

This document will give you an overview of how to 3D print on fabrics.

It will show three examples, with different filaments used, but the technique remains fairly the same.

== 3D printing on fabric examples ==
The following figures depict the final products obtained:

=== Dragon Scales ===
Dragon scales are inevitable when you are dealing with cosplayers’ costumes. 

Moreover, their whimsical look can be pleasant for fantasy fans.

As shown in the picture, you can create your own dragon scale fabrics by incorporating your fabric between your 3D printed parts.

[[File:Woodfill dragon scales.png|center|500x1000px|Wood fill dragon scales|link=Special:FilePath/Woodfill_dragon_scales.png]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 2. Wood fill dragon scales</div>

=== Glow in the dark Hexagons ===
The hexagons form a delightful pattern which may be ideal for making pieces of jewelry.

[[File:Hexagons.png|center|500x1000px|Glow-in-the-dark hexagons|link=Special:FilePath/Hexagons.png]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 3. Glow-in-the-dark hexagons</div>

=== Photochromatic Snap Buttons ===
Snap buttons can revolutionize the way you use buttons, which are usually sewn on your shirts. 

[[File:Snap buttons1.png|center|400x600px|Snap buttons|link=Special:FilePath/Snap_buttons1.png]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 4. Photochromatic snap buttons on woven fabric</div>


[[File:Snap buttons2.png|center|400x600px|Snap buttons|link=Special:FilePath/Snap_buttons2.png]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 5. Photochromatic snap buttons</div>

[[File:Snap buttons3.png|center|400x600px|Snap buttons|link=Special:FilePath/Snap_buttons3.png]]
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Figure 6. Photochromatic snap buttons under UV light</div>





Different types of filaments were used. You can use the material of your choice and make the necessary changes in your 3D slicer.

==Filament used==
{| class="wikitable" style="margin:1em auto 1em auto;"
|+
! scope="col" |Printer
! scope="col" |Filament
! scope="col" |Slicer
! scope="col" |Slicer
! scope="col" |Difficulties encountered
|-
|copper_bottom.gbr 
|BottomLayer 
|-
|copper_top.gbr 
|TopLayer 
|-
|profile.gbr 
|BoardOutline 
|-
|silkscreen_bottom.gbr 
|BottomLayer 
|-
|silkscreen_top.gbr 
|TopLayer 
|-
|drill_1_16.xln 
|DrillUnplated 
|}
<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Table 1. Filament used</div>

== References ==