MonkeyMoon Studio

09/10/2026

Pretty cool to see practical 3D printing getting some mainstream attention.

The Wall Street Journal recently published a piece about people using 3D printers to solve everyday problems instead of simply buying something new — and one of my designs made an appearance.

That practical, problem-solving side of 3D printing is a big part of why I enjoy it in the first place. Sometimes the best use for a printer isn't making something flashy; it's making the little thing you actually need.

Thanks to the Wall Street Journal for including my work.

https://www.wsj.com/tech/why-buy-it-when-you-can-print-it-a-diy-nation-has-a-fix-for-broken-doodads-d0821b7d?st=yZW6n2&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

08/14/2026

I put the AlorAir dehumidifier through a real-world test in both my home office and my 1,500 sq. ft. workshop.

In the shop alone, it collected at least 5.3 gallons of water in 24 hours—over 42 pints, with the bucket actually overflowing before the test was complete.

In this Short, I cover the results along with a few of the unit’s key features and my initial impressions.

Product provided by AlorAir for review. Opinions and test results are my own.

AlorAir Galaxy 60P Dehumidifier: https://bit.ly/4xv8EK0
Discount code for 5% off: YTEM

07/12/2026

https://youtube.com/shorts/f0ChIpZvywY?feature=share

A simple practical project that combines natural materials with cle...

07/04/2026

My review of the DJI Mini 4K drone

Thinking about buying the DJI Mini 4K Fly More Combo? This isn't a ...

06/26/2026

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Polymaker manufacturers many high quality filaments. I use them extensively with great success. This discount may change soon so get in on it now for maximum savings.

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This is an affiliate link so I do receive a small commission, but there is ZERO additional cost to you.

06/14/2026

3D printed parts are not solid plastic blocks — even at low infill, they contain a lot of trapped air. In this quick test, I’m showing how a basic 3D printed part with around 10% infill can provide surprising insulation performance, roughly comparable in concept to common fiberglass insulation.

This is not a laboratory test, but it is a practical demonstration of why printed parts can work well for vents, covers, spacers, brackets, and other applications where heat transfer matters.

The takeaway: infill percentage, wall thickness, material choice, and trapped air all matter. Sometimes the “empty” space inside a print is doing more work than you might expect.

Engineered Modern
Thoughtfully designed. Carefully crafted.

06/01/2026

https://youtu.be/p6KisTV9W-o

A small plastic piece went missing from this lawn sprinkler, making the entire unit unusable. Instead of throwing it away and buying a new one, I designed a ...

05/22/2026

MakerSense IQ is now entering limited public beta.

MakerSense IQ is a fabrication cost intelligence and estimating platform being developed for makers, fabrication shops, and small-scale manufacturing workflows.

Current development focus includes:
• machine and labor costing
• material tracking
• workflow-based estimating
• pricing structure development
• flexible quoting and project management

Beta access is currently free during active development.

I’m specifically looking for users willing to provide thoughtful real-world feedback around:

* quoting workflows
* labor estimation
* machine costing
* fabrication processes
* usability and workflow friction

Initial beta participation will likely be limited to approximately 15–30 active users during this phase of development to help maintain a focused feedback and iteration cycle.

A dedicated Discord collaboration space is also in development and will become the primary hub for beta discussion, feature requests, and development feedback.

If you’re interested in participating, additional information and beta signup access can be found at:

makersenseiq.com

05/12/2026

I custom designed this adapter to accommodate both of these exhausts. I used PETG filament to tolerate heat and UV better than PLA. ASA would be even better, but until I had this, I did not want to print ASA due to strong smell.

Links to files here:

MakerWorld: https://makerworld.com/en/models/2720665-helix-window-vent-assy -3013863
Thangs: https://than.gs/m/1542921

05/12/2026

You can also follow along on Instagram to see more.