As we close out 2011, we are offering big close-out discounts on well known kits from Sparkfun, Adafruit, Jimmie P. Rodgers, Evil Mad Science and more! We’ve cut prices 20-50% off list; these items are awesome gifts for for all your DIY stocking stuffers. From Multimeter kits to musical instruments, we have great soldering projects or the pièce de résistance for holiday mischief!

Check out the MakerBot Store’s Accessories section for the complete selection! These items are shipping same-day for hyper-fast delivery time. You aren’t too late to save money and still stuff the gift boxes of your loved ones, or favorite geek next door!

Naturally, we suggest overdoing it on the LED themed holiday party decor. Start with these holiday classics.

Sparkfun’s It’s a Through Hole Christmas, Charlie Brown
Evil Mad Science LED Menorah
Jimmie P. Rodgers Open Heart

This position is in the heart of the action of a growing start-up and demands a person who wants to work hard, has technical knowledge and writing skills. You’ve got questions to answer, orders to process, and jobs to track.

You’ll be responsible for eloquently representing a growing DIY 3D printer and technology company to it’s customers directly. Via email, on the phone, or in person. You’ll help customers solve their technical challenges, sooth their nerves, and reinforce our brand. It’s a challenge, but it’s a dynamic, fun one. The person best suited for this position is a detail oriented problem solver with a mind for mechanical, electronic, and software troubleshooting challenges. You’ll put your strong interpersonal and written skills to the test.

We need you to answer emails, but that’s the tip of the iceberg. You should be a self starter proficient and comfortable with Mac, PC, and Linux operating systems. Experience with WordPress or Zendesk a plus. The office tools we use much of the time should be a no-brainer. Current MakerBot Operators preferred! If you’ve had experience with DIY technology, that could be very helpful. You will be processing orders, so an interest in participating directly in a multifaceted online store is a final requirement. Full time, on-site only.

Desire to offer revolutionary technologies and change the world a plus.
Help democratize manufacturing and reinforce MakerBot as a global brand.

Submit your cover letter, resume, and linkedin profile (preferred)

Brooklyn. Easy access to subway.

No phone calls, please.

Please respond to http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/csr/2550478297.html

Are you a teacher or educator interested in bringing a MakerBot into the classroom? During this 4 hour session you will be introduced to 3-D printing with the MakerBot Thing-o-Matic. We’ll walk you step-by-step through the process of creating a 3-D computer model and preparing it for printing with the MakerBot. You will be given an overview of various 3-D modelling software tools that are available for free online. In addition, you will be shown a set of lesson plans that you can use with your students over the course of a semester. No prior knowledge of 3-D modelling or 3-D printing is required. Please bring a laptop computer to the workshop.

When: Saturday, August 6th, 2011, 12PM – 4PM
Where: Bot Farm, 314 Dean Street, Brooklyn
Cost: Free! (You must also email a brief statement describing your work with young people).

Only 15 slots are available, so sign up as soon as possible! You can register
via Eventbrite.

This one goes out to all the MakerBot Dads and Fathers worldwide, and soon to be MakerBot Dads!

This is an unheard-of 3D Printing bargain, the likes of which shock even me, your dear narrator. On Sunday 6/18, The CupCake CNC Ultimate Kit is dropping to a brain-freezingly low price. We love the CupCake CNC and know what a st/deal this is, so take advantage and get one soon! These are the last units of the CupCake, and we have run out of space for them here at the BotCave. Yesterday an avalanche of printed parts temporarily blocked access to the bathroom, and the decision was made. “Sell, sell, sell!” called Commander Bre. The big wheel keep on turning, and Fathers Day is looming! So get cracking and get the all-time best bargain in DIY 3D printing history. It’s everything you need to get started 3D Printing with a fun build, a great device, and a great Fathers Day gift! This is a limited time offer so carpe diem!

This is a momentous day, one that has been requested by our users since the beginning! We can now proudly provide a fully built and tested custom MakerBot Thing-O-Matic in the store.

MakerBot has grown enough to be able to lovingly hand-assemble each Custom Thing-O-Matic. Our skilled technicians will build and test each machine after you place your order!

With each Custom Fully Assembled Thing-O-Matic, you will receive:

- A Thing-O-Matic built in-house at the MakerBot BotCave hand assembled by our skilled technicians, and fully tested prior to shipment
- A Generation 4 Interface Controller pre-built and wired for use. Control your Bot without a computer!
- MK6 Plus Steptruder pre-built and tested
- Heated Build Platform with Aluminum Surface installed, and a (1) roll of Kapton SuperWide 120mm tape included
- Pre-assembled 4th Generation Electronics, installed and tested
- Customer’s Choice of Color LED’s installed. (red, blue, green, yellow, or white)
- Customers choice of 1kg Spooled Plastics (ABS or PLA)
- One hour live setup and personal technical support from the assembler via Phone or Skype
- SD Card loaded with 4 prints
- A printed spool holder created by your machine. Other test prints included.
- Tools kit with all the hex keys, wrenches, and other bits for tuning your bot!
- USB cable – so your computer can talk to your bot!
- Carefully packed and shipped insured to your location

So if you just don’t have time to build your Thing-O-Matic, or you just want to leave it to the professionals, this is the machine for you!  This is a premium MakerBot, with the best accessories. Get awesome!

Available in store.makerbot.com now!

The Colbert Report June 8, 2011 with Bre Pettis

In case you missed it live last night, here is Bre’s appearance on Colbert. The show is really funny and Stephen is clearly excited about 3D printing and all his new mashup objects! Watch the whole show, or skip to Bre’s part at 15:48.

Lucky Episode Thirteen?  In this episode Matt supports the Thingiverse Wizzard‘s settings, Ethan “Ref’s” your stepper motor voltages to achieve maximum awesome, and Isaac shows off the latest motors to hit the store!  Enjoy!

Good news! We’ve launched all three of the MakerBot Thing-O-Matic’s motors for individual sale in the store this morning! We have had lots of requests to make the Threaded Rod Nema 17 and High Torque Nema 17 available, and now we can. The third motor shown is our new NEMA 17 model with a 5mm shaft, which now ships with our bots.

We can’t wait to see what awesome devices you build with these great motors- send in your photos!

Threaded Rod NEMA 17 Stepper Motor

High Torque NEMA17 Stepper Motor

Hybrid NEMA 17 Stepper Motor

 

 
Check out this fantastic 3D printed Vans shoe that was created for the opening of Off the Hook, Vans first partner store in Montreal.  Personally, I want Vans to be the official shoe of MakerBot staff.  It’s the Brooklyn way.  Full disclosure, this wasn’t printed on a MakerBot, but look out!  We’re getting there fast.  It was designed and printed by Consult Design.

Nice work!

Vans by OTH Store.