Okay, okay – I know it’s no longer Halloween-time. But it’s been so fun seeing some 2024 projects trickling in after-the-fact. I especially enjoyed this Ghost Candy Dispenser project from SayaNIGHT. It’s also a project you could mod for a different holiday if you change up the 3D printing a bit. Definitely something to keep in mind for next year at the very least!
Hi there! Did you enjoy Halloween in 2024?
Since I’m usually not home during trick-or-treat time, for the past three years, I’ve been leaving handmade candy dispensers at the front door. Unfortunately, this year’s dispenser didn’t work well on the day because the battery ran out midway, and the candies often got stuck. So, I modified it to allow switching between USB power and battery power, and improved the mechanism to reduce the jamming problem. In this project, I’ll share how to make this year’s improved version. I hope this project is useful for next Halloween, or at the very least, that you enjoy reading about it!
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