How to Design a Fruit Basket Using 3D CAD Software

How to Design a Fruit Basket Using 3D CAD Software

Combining creativity with functionality is at the heart of effective 3D design, and a fruit basket is a perfect example of this balance. While it serves a practical purpose in organizing and displaying fruits, it also offers a chance to explore design aesthetics such as shape, structure, and pattern. With SelfCAD, a beginner-friendly yet powerful 3D modeling tool, users can bring such household items to life with ease and precision. In this article, we will guide you through the process of designing a fruit basket using SelfCAD, focusing on key modeling techniques, structural integrity, and design customization to create a visually appealing and fully functional object

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Once you’ve launched the editor;

From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set height to 2, vertical segments to 6, position x to -25, rotation y to 30.

Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder

Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click scale on the toolbar; Set x to 90, z to 80

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

Click on mesh 4 to select it

Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 4(1) to subtract.

Tick the checkmark to finalize difference

Click rotate on the toolbar; Set z to 45

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set operation to pivot, amount of copies to 20, Click copy button to create copies.

Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel

From the edit menu on the top toolbar choose group

As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.

More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace