With the cost of home 3D printers dropping and print volumes increasing, many are wondering if this could be an easy alternative to other areas of prop, costume, and decor making. If you've wondered what kind of printers are out there for the budget-conscious costumer and what can be made with them, this is for you. In this part, we'll talk about: the basic types of printers available, the kinds of materials they print with, and some of the software out there.