3D printing project
Low-Poly Planter
A small geometric pot with a removable drip tray.
Print notes
Material: PLA
Print time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Project story
This geometric planter pairs flat angled faces with a removable drip tray. The pot and tray are separate prints so the tray can be emptied or replaced without reprinting the pot. The pot is intended for a small nursery insert. The test is whether it sits flat and lifts out easily while leaving enough space around the bottom.
Build notes
Print a shallow section of the pot base and the tray rim first. Check that the base settles inside the tray without wobbling. Layer lines alone do not guarantee a watertight print, so use a nursery insert and test the tray before placing it on furniture.
What I learned
Separate parts are easier to test and replace. Check how the pot sits on the tray before spending time printing a taller version.
