The benefits of
A life in toy design
Holistic design
Megawillbot originated as a stop-motion channel I started at 8, where I’d mess around with bringing my toys to life, exploring their character and story. From that, I developed a taste for toys that were expressive while still being fun to operate. Around that age I developed many idiosyncrasies about toy design as well.
brun.ing brings:
Sincere passion
Unique concepts
Quality design
Years of face-to-face customer interaction
Designs to spark envy whether in the playground or on the shelf
Early adoption
I realised the potential of 3D printing in toy production very early on. At 14, I began designing upgrade sets for my existing toys, but within a year I was working on ambitious standalone projects. There weren’t many guides on how to make them, so I had to solve design problems from scratch. Out of desire for quality, I quickly adopted ABS filament as my primary material due to its durability.
Early hits
My Pumpkin Spider design was a big hit- although the early quality was a bit finicky due to my amateur status, the early 3D printing community consisted entirely of problem solvers, so it ended up quickly amassing hundreds of thousands of downloads! Part of its success was due to its self-sincere design, where it wasn’t forced to look childish, resulting in a toy that appealed to both kids and their parents. Because authenticity is important, I’ve kept the original brand name, even if it seems a little clunky- the world is cluttered with inauthentic stores with grandiose brand names (You might notice many stores with names sounding like “3D Design Imagination Workshop” which do not, in fact, design or workshop anything they sell)
experience in the field.
3 years ago, I began selling my products in person- this let me develop a real connection with my audience, and helped me achieve insights that couldn’t be discovered any other way. It’s also a nice refuge from the current 3D printing environment, which has been transitioning from a creative world to an instant gratification & profit-motivated world. I’ve been able to develop new products with live feedback from my customers, and I’m excited to reveal them officially soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Structural parts are made from ABS, while PLA, PETG etc are reserved for decorative elements only
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Project timelines vary based on complexity, but a standard website with 10-15 pages typically takes 3-4 weeks. Larger projects with custom functionality may take longer, but we always prioritize quality and timely delivery.
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Yes! We specialize in website redesigns, optimizing existing platforms for better performance, modern aesthetics, and enhanced user experience.
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We utilize modern web technologies like Next.js, Astro, Tailwind CSS, Directus, and Webflow, among others, ensuring that our websites are future-proof and high-performing.
Let's Roll.
Designs that tell stories, and invite new ones. Reach out here to consult, collaborate, and create together!
We conduct an ideation session where we understand your product goals and wider product strategy, and sketch some initial concepts.
We'll go and create prototypes for the most interesting concepts, and iterate on them with you towards the ideal solution.
We can optimise production for small-batch 3D printing, and then once you're confident on product market fit, we'll work with your larger fabrication provider for the transition to mass production.