3D Christmas

In Luton, there is an open-to-all 3D printer service in A block. It's an amazing machine which builds copies of 3D objects (or interprets design files) in layers of powder which then sets to form a solid object. These can be highly irregular shapes like the pretend cookie in this picture or precision objects like the threaded bolt behind it. The process is mesmerising, if a bit smelly.

There is a nominal charge to use the service (which is calculated by the size of object or length of time required). You do not need to be an art, design or engineering student either.

So, if you've got a friend or relation who you think would like a replica of your oldest Chuck Taylor on Christmas morn, the opportunity is there.