Every artifact tells the same story: that wonder endures, even when the world forgets its makers.  

Tinkerer’s Notes: 
Each creation begins with a spark — a sketch on parchment, a hum of gears, a moment of wonder. Materials are chosen for longevity, finishes for character. No two pieces are identical; each bears the mark of its maker and the promise that imagination never truly rusts. This is the creed of the workshop: to build what endures, and to remind the world that curiosity is a form of rebellion. 

Tubby Buddies are chunky versions of your favorite characters.  They are crafted from PLA using 3D print technology.  This listing includes R2-D2, a fully colorized 3D printed model kit.  He is a licensed design by The Kit Kiln that was then forged in our workshop. It assembles with no supports and no glue.  We include a detailed guide to put them together.   Assembly is fairly easy but might require some adult assistance for kids under 12. 

This chunky version of our favorite R2 unit stands approximately 4 inches tall each when fully assembled.  You can also purchase C-3PO in a bundled set with R2-D2.

We are thrilled to offer you 3D printed items licensed items designed by The Kit Kiln.  We invite you to visit his page over at The Kit Kiln’s Portfolio of 3D Models and let us know if you'd like to see more from his innovative line! Perfect for collectors, retro enthusiasts, and anyone who loves iconic pop‑culture apparel.

Collector’s Insight:  
Every creation from the Workshop carries a fragment of its maker’s intent — a reminder that imagination is the rarest form of endurance. For collectors who seek meaning in craft, this is not merely an object; it’s proof that wonder still hums beneath the gears of time. 

Workshop Specifications:

• Nerd Factories Exclusive
• Made of PLA
• Instructions included
• Stands approximately 4 inches tall when fully assembled
• Assembly Required
• Batteries Not Required