Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Altoid Tin Watercolor Palette is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by lavenderwings, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Altoid Tin Watercolor Palette 3D printable model by lavenderwings

Altoid Tin Watercolor Palette

Source: Thingiverse by lavenderwings

The Altoid Tin Watercolor Palette is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by lavenderwings. This is the first item i've made. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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331 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-10 License: CC-BY · commercial OK Category: Tools & Workshop

Tags: altoid, altoids, altoids container, art, Bullet Journal, journal, moleskine, notebook, travel, watercolor

About this model

This is the first item i've made. The first version was before I got calipers so it is about 2mm smaller than the tin. So, there is a small amount of wiggle room. The area for the paints is small but that was intentional. The tray is shorter than tin to allow for a sponge to sit on top. I also purchased small plastic fish to hold water in the tin for travel. The fish are meant ot hold a single serving of soy sauce and are on Amazon. The second tin I made has deeper areas for paint. It has higher side walls. I thought that would help hold in moisture and prevent the tin from rusting.I've seen people also paint the inside with enamel to use the lid as a mixing area and to preserve the metals. I have not yet printed this version as I'm having problems printing as I am a bumbling novice. I not…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Altoid Tin Watercolor Palette is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by lavenderwings.
Who made this model?: Designed by lavenderwings, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.