About Us
Philosophy
threadbuilt was formed with the belief that good design principles can solve any problem and enrich our lives in new or more meaningful ways.
Our aim as a Design Studio is to take these principles and create beautiful and purposeful products that utilise modern Digital Manufacturing techniques & distribution methodologies.
We are a Design Studio that specialises in digital design / manufacturing technologies (i.e. Industry 4.0) with a key focus on Industrial / Product Design. We leverage this skillset to create physical & digital products on offer for the consumer as well as a design service for companies or individuals looking for something unique or bespoke. Please check out our Service offerings below for more information or be sure to head over to our Portfolio to get a sense of our design language and product range.
But threadbuilt is also much more than that; it serves as a creative outlet, a means to effect change and disrupt norms, an exploration in realising one’s thoughts and ideas, a reason to continue learning and growing, a desire to seek continual improvements in the everyday object and wherever possible creating a sense of intrigue and whimsy.
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Dream it
As designers our dreams are often interrupted with novel ideas or solutions to problems that even we didn’t know existed, waking up to record these before they are lost to the ether - it is a state of being.
Make it
We live in an age where ideas can become reality quicker than at any stage in history, aided by revolutions in manufacturing technologies and the democratisation of information. I may not have my hoverboard just yet, but rockets are landing themselves and 3D printers are considered consumer items - this is our reality.
Behind the Scenes
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David Jamieson
FOUNDER & LEAD DESIGNER
I started threadbuilt in 2018 but as it turns out I was always headed down this path; for as long as I can remember I have always been the curious type and was always either taking something apart or designing/creating something new, nowadays this is called the maker spirit. I’ve been described as a bit of a dreamer (night and day) and always felt that through clever design we could solve any problem. But good design isn't just about problem solving, it is about expressing yourself and seeing the value in your design being realised by others.
These predispositions were spurred on in the twenty-tens with media outlets declaring “every home would have a 3D Printer” and when rockets, which not only became reusable, began landing by themselves! Seeing through the hype it was clear that we were in an age of accelerated disruption, challenging the standard business models and manufacturing methods. I knew I wanted to be a part of this and so threadbuilt is my attempt at embracing this digital revolution.
Services
Design
Leveraging modern Digital Design methodologies threadbuilt is here to help you take your ideas from concept to market in a collaborative and open relationship
Prototyping
Digital Manufacturing is a perfect match to create concepts quickly and affordably for product testing or market analysis. Using an iterative approach threadbuilt will help you achieve your desired outcome
Manufacturing
Specialising in On Demand Manufacturing processes threadbuilt is well positioned to assist you in bringing your product to market quicker than many traditional manufacturing techniques and for significantly less overheads
Consulting & Logistics
Offering advice and Services on a range of Digital Workflows - On Demand Manufacturing processes - Business Development - Data Management & Insights - the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design
Methods
threadbuilt is a digital Design Studio committed to leveraging modern tools and methodologies to deliver modern solutions from conceptualisation through to manufacturing & distribution. As such we believe in leveraging Digital Design workflows and Manufacturing On Demand (MOD) techniques wherever these are fit for purpose - although we do offer digital and handmade products as well.
Manufacturing On Demand means that our products are manufactured to order and sent directly to the customer by a third party. This significantly reduces our overheads in terms of keeping stock or tooling and reduces start-up costs to bring a new product to market.
We utilise a number of product fulfilment platforms for manufacturing and distribution of our products, these often come with marketplace functions built in and initially provided a quick way for threadbuilt to get up and running. These services also allow us to explore new manufacturing techniques or product lines that would otherwise be out of reach and to ensure our products are manufactured to the highest standards. See our Fulfilment & Logistics Partners below for more detail.
Fulfilment & Logistics
We partner with the following Companies & Organisations to show, sell, manufacture and/or distribute our products.
We use SHAPEWAYS to print and distribute all of our Additively Manufactured products and prototypes
We use Printify to print and distribute a number of our Clothing & Apparel products as well as ACcessories or other Print on Demand media
We use PRINTFUL to print and distribute a number of our Clothing & Apparel products as well as Accessories or other Print on Demand media
Where else can you find us?
We began our online presence with Etsy and continue to use it as a marketplace due to the integrations it has with a number of our fulfilment partners. We also strongly believe in the ethos behind Etsy in promoting handmade goods
Tools of the Trade
Although the majority of our products are manufactured via our fulfillment partners (as above) we do still like to get our hands dirty at times. This is especially useful for the iterative design approach but also for making customised or one-off pieces.
Prusa MK3s 3D Printer
A workhorse 3D printer made by the amazing team at Prusa. This has been a benchmark printer in the industry for a number of years and it continues to improve with updates (both software and hardware) which is contrary to the usual commercial products in my experience.
It is easy to use straight out of the box and delivers fantastic results consistently, but you can really dive into the setting and tweak as you see fit if you choose to.
Shapeoko Pro XXL CNC Machine
I wasn’t exactly sure what I was getting in to here with a CNC machine but knew I wanted to explore subtractive manufacturing more. It is a beast and considering this shipped from the US was surprised at how well everything held up in the boxes (not a scratch), but boy oh boy was it heavy!
It is a steep learning curve when compared to 3D printing and it feels like the stakes are higher in that when things go wrong it can be catastrophic, but I have managed to make a number of items in a short period of time that I am proud of.
Creality Falcon 2 22W Laser Cutter
We are thrilled to introduce our newest addition: a Creality Falcon 2 22 W Laser Cutter. This cutting-edge tool offers unparalleled precision and versatility, allowing us to bring your design ideas to life with remarkable accuracy and speed - and boy is it fast!
Benefits of Having a Laser Cutter:
Precision Cutting: The laser cutter enables us to cut intricate patterns and designs with razor-sharp precision, ensuring clean edges and consistent results every time.
Versatility: From various materials like wood, acrylic, leather, and more, a laser cutter can effortlessly cut through a wide range of materials to suit your project requirements.
Efficiency: With the ability to execute complex cuts and engravings quickly, the laser cutter streamlines the manufacturing process, saving time without compromising on quality.
Customization: Whether you need personalised engravings, unique shapes, or bespoke patterns, the laser cutter offers endless possibilities for customisation to make your project stand out.
Prototyping: Rapid prototyping is made easy with a laser cutter, allowing us to swiftly iterate and refine designs before moving to full-scale production, saving time and resources.
Software
Fusion 360
My go-to software for all 3D modelling and design. I have used this product pretty much since its inception when it was a small community giving feedback directly to AutoDesk, never have I felt so involved in a platform’s development and more part of a community. This software is incredibly powerful and free for personal/entrepreneurial use - click here to find out more.
For those looking to purchase instead you can use my affiliate link below. In doing so you will be helping out our business and as an added incentive you will receive $50 worth of credit to your account.
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Slicer Prusa Edition (PrusaSlicer)
I use this to process/slice all 3D prints for my Prusa MK3s. It is an amazing piece of software that the team at Prusa continue to improve and provide free of charge!
Carbide 3D
Carbide 3D put out multiple pieces of software; Carbide Motion to control the CNC Machine and Carbide Create to make custom designs. I am still finding my way in this space (CNC) but am enjoying using their tools thus far.
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