Special thanks to the author

"mayor John west"

who saved a little princess smile with this project.

🖨️ Printing Tips

Orientation: Print flat on the bed for a smooth, straight shaft. If you prefer vertical printing, add a brim and minimal supports at overhangs.

Adhesion: Small tip contact areas can lift—use a brim if you see curling.

Material: PLA is easiest and finishes well; PETG adds toughness; ASA if you expect outdoor/UV exposure.

🛠️ Recommended Settings

Layer height: 0.20 mm (use 0.12–0.16 mm on decorative faces for extra smoothness)

Walls / perimeters: 5 for the crown, 7 for the wand shaft

Infill: 12–20% Gyroid (crown), 20–30% Gyroid (wand)

Top/Bottom pattern: Concentric looks great on curved, ornamental areas

Supports: usually none when printed flat

Brim: Optional (recommended for stability if corners lift)

Adhesion: PEI smooth or textured sheet with glue stick or another adhesion aid recommended

🧩 Assembly & Fit

Crown: No hardware required. Just put the crown and the hairband together.

Wand: Prints as a single piece.

If you choose to split it for smaller beds, bond sections with CA/epoxy; a short dowel/filament pin in the core helps alignment.

🎨 Finishing Ideas

Prime → spray metallic gold/silver or icy blue; add pearl/glitter topcoat.

Detail with acrylic washes in recesses; seal with matte or satin varnish.

Stick-on gems or vinyl snowflakes give a quick “royal” touch.

⚠️ Safety Note

Props only; avoid sharp edges. Supervise young children and keep small decorative add-ons (gems/glitter) away from mouths.

Elsa crown and wand