A Heartwarming Tribute: 3D Printing Keeps a Mother's Memory Alive

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A Heartwarming Tribute: 3D Printing Keeps a Mother's Memory Alive

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Жыл бұрын

Angela's son Theo passed away when he was 3-months old. The hospital provided plaster casts of his hand and foot. I used ‪@polycam6558‬ to scan the casts, sent the scan and photos to ‪@PrintedObsession‬ to produce 3d models, and printed them on the ‪@Nexa3D‬ XiP 3d printer.
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@amil89 Жыл бұрын

never in my life did I expect a 3D printing video to bring me to tears

@joshuabray37 Жыл бұрын

Goodness, you and me both… I need to hug my kids after the one…

@eyaleliyahu Жыл бұрын

@alan Miller, same here, I cried the minute she started crying after seeing he baby’s hand and foot.

@nadinearcand Жыл бұрын

Same. Joel is so awesome😢❤

@Sharlequint Жыл бұрын

And in mere seconds

@Marvel3DUK Жыл бұрын

You and me both! Great work Joel!

@tracyelloyd6879 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I am prejudiced because he's my son-in-law and because I have gone through the hell of losing a child, but this is one of the most beautiful gifts anyone could ever give a grieving parent. Way to go Joel.

@doughnut_panda Жыл бұрын

As a father I can't even begin to imagine what is like to lose a son. Hope she keeps strong.

@KensCounselingCouch Жыл бұрын

As a father-to-be many times without any successful outcomes (effectively 10 miscarriages between my current wife and ex-girlfriend from HS), wanting nothing more than to be a dad, it's a pain like any other. One of the things that sucks too with pregnancy loss is many fathers don't get the help they need or even acknowledged regarding their loss. I struggled with my grief for a long time. I'm much better now about it, but man it messed me up for years.

@doughnut_panda Жыл бұрын

@@KensCounselingCouch I'm really sorry to ear that. I wish all the best in the world and hope that, some day, you'll get to be a father. For what I've read I think you will be a great dad.

@spyerobrian4241 Жыл бұрын

It is by far the worst experience I've ever had. It's been three years this week since my wife and I lost my 3-year-old little boy and I still hurt every day.

@doughnut_panda Жыл бұрын

@@spyerobrian4241 Keep strong my friend.

@VoltexRB Жыл бұрын

As a Moderator of r/3DPrinting, thank you so much again for helping everyone out here for your wide reach and expertise on the subject aswell as yours and everyone elses support for the family. I am proud of this community getting together for great stuff like this

@Repkord Жыл бұрын

Joel puts the "Telling" in Storytelling once again. 😭 It is rare to have online content affect us in such an emotional way in this day and age but this really got me. Seriously, Storytelling at its finest. Thank you for sharing this amazing application of 3D Printing with us and thank you for continually modeling love and positivity in this community. 3D Printing for causes like this is just some of the most amazing and memorable applications there are. MORE THIS PLEASE! 🙏 ❤

@3DMusketeers Жыл бұрын

Tremendous project Joel. We have worked on things like this in the past and they are ALWAYS hard, but it is 100% worth the effort, heartache, and more when you see the reaction from the recipient. 3DPN Team, great editing, composure, and flow, this video was amazingly well put together. Thank you all for this.

@tcsgarden6633 Жыл бұрын

Made me cry. Made me so proud of the 3D Printing community. Joel thank you so much for helping this family! While nothing will take away their pain, you have helped them cope.

@B1GJano Жыл бұрын

i have no words to describe how amazing this is! It really is true that all it takes is such a small gesture to make such a large impact! Well done Joel and the team that made this happen!

@-AT-WALKER Жыл бұрын

This right here is why 3D printing is a true community. Good job Joel and all involved🤟

@tonykyle2655 Жыл бұрын

A parent's pain never goes away; especially for the mother. This is from experience sadly. TY @3DPrintingNerd for coordinating and doing this.

@creatrix_britt Жыл бұрын

Theo clearly left beautiful footprints in the hearts of everyone during his journey here and now they have a way to enjoy this keepsake safely- how wonderful! We hope your family has all the love and support you deserve. 💙💙💙

@raetheon8897 Жыл бұрын

Look how 3D printing can help people keep memories! And help us heal in another way! I did something similar like this for a family in a situation like hers. Not of the baby but a design in the child’s favorite color. Good job Joel and to your crew that helped this family!

@JadeGeminiM390 Жыл бұрын

I can’t imagine. My boys are both so you and everything to me. No child or parent should have to go through this. 😢❤

@realgoose Жыл бұрын

I’m not crying, you’re crying. This was a huge W Joel.

@cga1030 Жыл бұрын

As a father that lost his son this is amazing I can’t watch the whole video because it’s honestly so hard but I did more for her that anyone can possibly conceive thank you Joel

@Zeldur Жыл бұрын

This is what I want to see more of with 3D printing. On paper, it's simple. Scan the object, modify it better for printing, add a name, use a softer filament/ resin when printing. The impact of it is SOOOOOOOOOO much more than the normal benchy, fox, or replica of a model from a movie. Thanks Joel

@mertaytunur1617 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for helping a mourning mother out. You are a wonderful human being for doing this. I cant even imagine she must be going through.

@thelazy3d431 Жыл бұрын

joel doing gods work. joel thank you for helping this amazing mama keep her childs memory alive.

@pellelindholm4496 Жыл бұрын

You are a good man Joel. Thanks for reminding us to be kind.

@koreanpathfinder Жыл бұрын

I lost my son in 2014 during childbirth and have a plaster cast of his feet. I understand how happy this mom must be to get such a precious gift from you.

@printing_fan Жыл бұрын

Brought this grown man to tears.

@MMuraseofSandvich Жыл бұрын

Although my limited experience making castings suggests that it might be fine to use a casting silicone, going with a 3D scanner and then printing the casts was much safer since the plaster of Paris likely didn't have any reinforcement. When I made a latex mask (Hakuowlo's mask), a crucial step was adding burlap fiber to the plaster to give it structure. The mold was like a fragile version of fiberglass, even with the reinforcement it still has a tendency to crack and crumble over time. Also, had Angela gone down the casting route there was a risk of damaging the casts because you'd need to apply a release agent (oil, Vaseline, that sort of thing). Joel, you've not only avoided damaging the original casts, you've given this grieving family a lasting memory, and you've shown the community a fantastic use for these technologies.

@o0mrrobot0o26 Жыл бұрын

I have two under two (my son is 9 months) and this just crushed me. I'm utterly devastated for her and her family. My heart is broken for her. I wish all the healing and love for her and her family.

@michaeldiaz6570 Жыл бұрын

Joel I'm in office tearing up, just had a scare with my Daughter who is 23 so I can't imagine not having her here. Beautiful sir just beautiful.

@ClintonCaraway-CNC Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with Alan Miller. Who would ever expect to be sobbing after a 3D printing video. The loss of a child is every parents worse nightmare and to be able to give just the tiny bit of comfort is priceless. Great video and great job!!

@gazzas123 Жыл бұрын

I have been watching your channel for a few years now and you keep on amassing me with your work and the way you reach out to people especially with the children's hospital. Well done again Joel.

@dapperprops Жыл бұрын

Wow. I'm blown away. Wasn't expecting it to get so dusty all of a sudden. Amazing thing you did for that family Joel. Big love for this to you and everyone who pitched in.

@ldomotorsjason3488 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel! That’s the way that 3D printing help others and show love to the world! Deeply grateful!

@dave20874 Жыл бұрын

What a gift! Thank for using your talent and your platform so compassionately.

@YouTubeJunkie Жыл бұрын

Got me over here balling my eyes out. Joel you are such a kind human being. RIP Theo, much love to the family.

@neilatkinson174 Жыл бұрын

I'm not often moved by videos but this really pulled at the heart strings. Joel you are one of the greatest of humanity. Hats off to you sir.

@cory4167 Жыл бұрын

Hands down, the best video I have ever seen in the internet. Thank you.

@shadow7037932 Жыл бұрын

This just further proves Joel is a wholesome person :)

@williamwinslow8807 Жыл бұрын

Glad you could help her with this. Side note: I'm not crying your crying.

@phizicks Жыл бұрын

omg, I can't imagine how painful it must have been and especially how the children are taking it either. it's a good thing that it's now digitized forever. my heart breaks for her.

@kDog83 Жыл бұрын

We don’t always realise how much of a powerful tool we have, and haw we can impact we can do to help others. And a grate community behind it. This is what it’s all about. ❤

@Erictc310 Жыл бұрын

I saw this og post on the subreddit and didn’t thing anything of it without the full context. Cool to see that sub get attention and have some goodness

@pedrocarlosquirozcedeno6117 Жыл бұрын

Who wouldve though that i´ll be crying over a 3D Printing Nerd video, wonderfull job Joel

@Ron_Ventura Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this, Joel. As we say down here in Australia, you’re a bloody good bloke. (Morgan too). What a gift you gave Angela and her family.

@paulpardee Жыл бұрын

That's how you do it, brother! Helping to heal hearts one layer at a time! Good on you and PrintedObsession!

@WesleyNixon Жыл бұрын

It's truly a gift to be able apply a skill you have to make someone's life a little bit better. Well done.

@prysless Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I wish i had such a keepsake from my daughter. She would have been six months old yesterday, unfortunately she only had six days on earth. Keep strong Angela. Thanks for your Videos Joel.

@AndrewSink Жыл бұрын

I'm speechless. Amazing work by the entire 3D Printing Nerd team; you did an incredibly good job handling a very delicate situation. Proud of you, Joel!

@leobro6398 Жыл бұрын

When seeing the thumbnail i thought this would be kind of weird, but everyone griefs differently and i cant imagine the pain of theos mother going through that

@kenmorecamera Жыл бұрын

You are a great man Joel! Thank you for doing this! You are making us cry. Awesome Job.

@001snapshot Жыл бұрын

Dude...that was just a really nice thing you and your helpers did...GJ.

@jeffaction69 Жыл бұрын

This was very special, thank you.

@michaelschuler8984 Жыл бұрын

As a father who in 1996 was presented with a Polaroid of my newborn daughter by a loving NICU who thought it might be the only trace of my now 27 year old daughter this is a great story and honestly something I am thinking how a can create locally for people who have lost a love one. Good Job I came as close to losing a child as you can and still have the honor of being a father and this means a lot.

@wanderingwastelander Жыл бұрын

Joel thanks for this, it's pretty amazing when this community comes together and makes something like this possible ❤️

@JamesHarton Жыл бұрын

I saw and commented on this thread at the time. I'm glad you could help her out. Sadly, I know what this feels like I am grateful you were able to help her out.

@RetiCooL Жыл бұрын

I was on my work computer and this video popped up. Could not log on YT to comment, so I had to just on my phone to sub and post. You absolute legend, as a father, I would be crushed if I lost one of my children, a parents worse nightmare. You heart is so big you did this. Thank you for your humanity.

@pezliz Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful gesture.

@jterry3d407 Жыл бұрын

That brought me to tears. That was very beautiful.

@SeanMather Жыл бұрын

Where did all this water come from…. What a beautiful thing you’ve done, thank you for sharing Theo’s story with us all!

@RandomStuffGarage619 Жыл бұрын

Oh man... I have 3 kids. I didn't expect a 3d printing onion cutter. Great work, anything to help a mother with loss like this is so kind. I can't imagine...

@chriseastty2874 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful thing to do for someone, amazing well done Joel and everyone involved

@kspec2001 Жыл бұрын

i love this. ive made lithophanes for people who have lost loved ones, but this has for sure takes the cake. what an amazing thing you did

@andrewschaible4104 Жыл бұрын

Amazing. Joel, you are a truly great person. Thank you for sharing this with us and the methodology utilized. Keep up the great work.

@stephanietrickler8688 Жыл бұрын

Joel you are amazing! That brought tears to my eyes and reminded me that life is beautiful.

@BunglowBill Жыл бұрын

God Bless you Joel, you're an Angel on earth for this mother.

@RegularOldDan Жыл бұрын

What a fantastic thing to do for someone. I was truly on the verge of tears watching.

@Martial-Mat Жыл бұрын

I usually hate people milking other people's grief for views, but Joel has always proven himself to be an incredibly compassionate, positive guy, so this is one of those rare occasions when I trust that his motivations were completely pure and loving. This was hearttbreaking, but a nice thing to do. Well done done Joel.

@KensCounselingCouch Жыл бұрын

I agree, it sucks seeing people do that, but I think Joel here had pure motives. The video didn't appear pushy, and I even felt when he moved the boxes out of the way of the camera, he was trying to be genuine and was trying to not focus so much on getting the film, but letting that mother process the mold recreations. I think the video was great to show how it was done so other people could create something similar for themselves or for others in their community.

@Martial-Mat Жыл бұрын

@@KensCounselingCouch Yes, I agree.

@alyssakelley4995 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful gift for a family who unfortunately suffered a lost. Thank you for helping her

@b3dprinting500 Жыл бұрын

I love 3D printing. Amazing work Joel.

@Zachary3DPrints Жыл бұрын

Oh wow, that was so touching... very well done by you and the community

@eyaleliyahu Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing this for her, today we saw a new side of you my friend.

@lordquinn1605 Жыл бұрын

God Bless You for your concern for this family !

@jmpattillo Жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful opportunity to help another person. I never thought about what a solemn duty it must be to create memorials for someone who has lost a child.

@KentuckyFriedGamers Жыл бұрын

I'm not crying, you're crying. That was awesome Joel .

@DWIT3D Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this, thanks for putting this together and making it happen Joel...

@MarciosCorner Жыл бұрын

That was one of the most beautiful things I saw in a while, congrats. I work with 3d scanners and I'll love to help with such an amazing project. You can count on me in the future if you need it. I'm located in Portland OR. Once again, congrats.

@buas7 Жыл бұрын

and thats why i love 3D printing

@anthonyrich1592 Жыл бұрын

That was a beautiful thing you did. Well done, team!

@1stGenRex Жыл бұрын

I was not ready for this feels trip. I can't imagine what losing a child would be like. I feel for her family.

@chadwickjones2824 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the love you show others! This is truly what we need in today's world. May You Continue To Be Blessed By Being A Blessing To Someone Today 🙏🏼

@khaos2005 Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome thing you and the crew that helped did! Joel you are a gentleman and a scholar!

@travisg1759 Жыл бұрын

Never expected to ball my eyes out on a 3D printing channel.

@jcfpv3454 Жыл бұрын

Your an amazing guy Joel. Everyday you change lives

@okaysamurai Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work Joel.

@davetelling Жыл бұрын

What a heart-breaking situation. God bless you, Joel, for the skills and talents he has developed in you to be able to bring some grace and comfort to folks in this situation.

@BrobaFat Жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this video since I saw you comment in that reddit post! Great work

@sortofsmarter Жыл бұрын

Your involvement in your community is truly inspiring, I wish the best to Angela and her family as well as the 3D Printing Nerd Family.

@Barnacules Жыл бұрын

If this video doesn't get a million views, I'm gonna rage quit the internet!

@Mattman993 Жыл бұрын

Well that’s heartbreaking

@JeroenNijssen Жыл бұрын

i tried to watch it but its impossible as a father, thank you for doing this for her.

@JohnOCFII Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to brighten someone’s life, Joel! Such a beautiful gift

@rcmaniac25 Жыл бұрын

Tears. For some, it's a simple 3D print. For others, it has no words. Thank you for letting us hear Theo's story and best of times for Angela and her family.

@GriotDNB Жыл бұрын

I love making in memoriam litophanes for lost ones. Bring back a tiny bit of happiness.

@zombiekate Жыл бұрын

Welp, now I'm a complete mess... Beautiful work Joel.

@JamesOgretheDarkUnderwoodvid Жыл бұрын

May God bless you Joel keep doing a wonderful job

@Drakonaut Жыл бұрын

I actually have a 3d scanner on the way, as well as my first niece [by blood], so planning to do this with the infant so later in life they can see how big they were. Possibly doing it with my younger nephews as well.

@samkerski Жыл бұрын

The moment she unwrapped the hand she put her fingers in the palm the exact way that you do so that your infant can grab onto them. That got me.

@YetiGT Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video you guys. David was not kidding about needing tissues for this one.

@Review3d Жыл бұрын

It's so awesome that you were able to do that for her. I think this is a fantastic use of 3d printing and a good example of how we, as makers, can make the world a little better. I recently acquired a CR Scan and have been thinking about the different ways I can utilize it. This video gives me inspiration.

@RickyWood1981 Жыл бұрын

You are a Saint. I had a chance to meet you at ECCC 2023. You're very kind. Thank you for everything you do.

@angelawilliams4239 Жыл бұрын

My husband sent this to me to watch….he’s really into 3D printing, me not so much. Omg, as a mother,and an RN, my tears are flowing.

@seedmoreuser Жыл бұрын

Just beautiful

@TheSquigy Жыл бұрын

This was too much. Thank you for being such a cool dude

@radiotbo4646 Жыл бұрын

I love helping people

@ethansdad3d Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I probably would have 3D scanned them, but this is an excellent case for 3D printing. The irreplaceable originals can stay in their boxes, and the completely replaceable copies can be displayed. Beautiful project.