Straight Talk on 3D Printing Footwear At Home

Hackaday reports that 3D printing your own footwear is a more involved project than it first appears. The guide suggests using flexible TPU for the shoe itself, with rigid PLA supports that peel away cleanly, which means you'll need a printer with multiple tool heads. You also have to keep the TPU dry and dial in a fifteen percent gyroid infill for the right amount of squish. Hackaday notes it may not be cost-effective compared to buying a pair of Crocs, but the guide helps you avoid costly failed prints.

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