Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
🎨 Click here to get my Color Mixing Guide:
itsmeadmade.myflodesk.com/color-mixing-guide-3d-prints
In this video, I walk through how to start color blocking your 3D print by getting the main solid colors in place before worrying about details. I also show how to work from a simple beginner paint set, mix basic colors like skin tones, thin your paints, and build coverage with smooth light coats.
Download the model here to print and paint along with me:
makerworld.com/en/models/1143352-mini-super-mario#profileId-1146083
Painting 3D Prints Series:
Part 1 - Start Here: youtu.be/vsMVDYgJDuw
Part 2 - Prepping your Prints: youtu.be/9jzj0pQY8ek
Part 3 - Priming your Model: youtu.be/QznFcLfqe7E
Part 4 - Adding Base Coats: THIS VIDEO!
Part 5 - Shading & Highlights: Coming 5/19/26
Part 6 - Finishing & Sealing: Coming 5/21/26
🛠️ See everything I use in this video here:
itsmeadmade.com/3d-print-painting-supplies
Printers I use:
Bambu Lab H2D: tidd.ly/45wMaxb
Bambu Lab X1-Carbon: tidd.ly/47dr7B6
Bambu Lab P1S: tidd.ly/45TRlWX
Bambu Lab A1: tidd.ly/4oKvA4l
Bambu Lab A1 Mini: tidd.ly/4fRFxZU
Printer Accessories:
Bambu Lab AMS 2 Pro: tidd.ly/3HNcXMr
Bambu Lab AMS Lite: tidd.ly/3JOaban
Bambu Lab AMS: tidd.ly/4mWwSrm
Great Build Plates for Better Adhesion:
BIQU Cryogrip Plates: amzn.to/3UJHtKi
Bambu Lab SuperTack: tidd.ly/3HQyHan
Good Cheap Filament:
Kingroon PLA: amzn.to/3Vff7rn
Kingroon PLA Triple Silk: amzn.to/4mVElXF
Favorite Rainbow Filaments:
❤️ Flashforge Rapid PLA: amzn.to/45xWpkT
Creality Rainbow: amzn.to/4640oFY
Kingroon Matte Rainbow: amzn.to/4mWxNIk
Ziro Fast Color Change: amzn.to/4oQ1QmL
iSanmate Rainbow: amzn.to/45wN6lb
🧰 3D Printer Maintenance Toolbox List: bit.ly/MeaDsTooLs
DISCLAIMER: This video is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links in which I will receive a small commission.
Sign-up for my monthly newsletter: itsmeadmade.myflodesk.com/newsletter
0:00 Intro
1:12 Paint Set
2:04 Skin Tones
3:14 Color Zones
4:44 Paint Order
5:04 Thin Paint
5:57 First Coat
🎨 Click here to get my Color Mixing Guide:
itsmeadmade.myflodesk.com/color-mixing-guide-3d-prints
In this video, I walk through how to start color blocking your 3D print by getting the main solid colors in place before worrying about details. I also show how to work from a simple beginner paint set, mix basic colors like skin tones, thin your paints, and build coverage with smooth light coats.
Download the model here to print and paint along with me:
makerworld.com/en/models/1143352-mini-super-mario#profileId-1146083
Painting 3D Prints Series:
Part 1 - Start Here: youtu.be/vsMVDYgJDuw
Part 2 - Prepping your Prints: youtu.be/9jzj0pQY8ek
Part 3 - Priming your Model: youtu.be/QznFcLfqe7E
Part 4 - Adding Base Coats: THIS VIDEO!
Part 5 - Shading & Highlights: Coming 5/19/26
Part 6 - Finishing & Sealing: Coming 5/21/26
🛠️ See everything I use in this video here:
itsmeadmade.com/3d-print-painting-supplies
Printers I use:
Bambu Lab H2D: tidd.ly/45wMaxb
Bambu Lab X1-Carbon: tidd.ly/47dr7B6
Bambu Lab P1S: tidd.ly/45TRlWX
Bambu Lab A1: tidd.ly/4oKvA4l
Bambu Lab A1 Mini: tidd.ly/4fRFxZU
Printer Accessories:
Bambu Lab AMS 2 Pro: tidd.ly/3HNcXMr
Bambu Lab AMS Lite: tidd.ly/3JOaban
Bambu Lab AMS: tidd.ly/4mWwSrm
Great Build Plates for Better Adhesion:
BIQU Cryogrip Plates: amzn.to/3UJHtKi
Bambu Lab SuperTack: tidd.ly/3HQyHan
Good Cheap Filament:
Kingroon PLA: amzn.to/3Vff7rn
Kingroon PLA Triple Silk: amzn.to/4mVElXF
Favorite Rainbow Filaments:
❤️ Flashforge Rapid PLA: amzn.to/45xWpkT
Creality Rainbow: amzn.to/4640oFY
Kingroon Matte Rainbow: amzn.to/4mWxNIk
Ziro Fast Color Change: amzn.to/4oQ1QmL
iSanmate Rainbow: amzn.to/45wN6lb
🧰 3D Printer Maintenance Toolbox List: bit.ly/MeaDsTooLs
DISCLAIMER: This video is not sponsored. Some of the links are affiliate links in which I will receive a small commission.
Sign-up for my monthly newsletter: itsmeadmade.myflodesk.com/newsletter
0:00 Intro
1:12 Paint Set
2:04 Skin Tones
3:14 Color Zones
4:44 Paint Order
5:04 Thin Paint
5:57 First Coat
