There is a catch 22.

$1,600 is a pretty expensive transparent plastic lampshade ... 3d printing is not the best answer for this idea.

While I was playing I made a model of another lampshade that I can make with light weight poster board or even heavy bond paper for a cost of about $6.00 ... more within my budget.

I am intrigued with the idea of 3d printing and the next time I take a few hours off to play I think I will design something small, like a pendant or a napkin holder.

It was a good learning experience, though and again thanks to Michael and Burr for their help ... so fast, too.

cheers,
eric