At Idle Kami Design, every product starts with the right material and the right method. From 3D printed parts and custom prototypes to engraved gifts, apparel prints, cork inserts, vinyl, transfers, and personalised finishes, the materials we use are chosen to suit the design, purpose, and feel of each piece. This page breaks down the different options available, helping you understand how your product is made, what each material is best suited for, and how to care for it so it keeps looking its best.
Every 3D print is only as good as the material it’s made from. That’s why we offer a carefully selected range of high-quality filaments, each with unique strengths, finishes, and visual styles. Whether you’re looking for something strong and functional, flexible and durable, or eye-catching with a premium finish, we’ll match your project with the perfect material.
From everyday PLA to tough engineering blends, as well as specialty finishes like silky, matte, and even glow-in-the-dark, our goal is to give your custom prints the right look, feel, and performance. Not sure which one to choose? Just tell us about your project, and we’ll recommend the best filament for the job.
Description: A versatile and eco-friendly plastic with a smooth surface finish. It also comes in a variety of variations.
Best Use Case: Decorative items, prototypes, figurines, cosplay props, and general-purpose prints.
Description: A strong, slightly flexible plastic that combines durability with a glossy finish. More impact-resistant than PLA while still maintaining good detail.
Best Use Case: Mechanical parts needing some toughness, brackets, clips, enclosures, planters
Description: A tough, impact-resistant plastic with a matte finish. Known for strength and temperature resistance, though it’s less eco-friendly.
Best Use Case: Parts exposed to sun or heat sources, enclosures for electronics
Description: A rubber-like material that’s flexible and elastic. Perfect for products that need to bend, compress, or absorb shock.
Best Use Case: Anything that needs to compress, bend, or absorb impact repeatedly
Description: Using multi-colour filament blending, images and models can be printed in full CMYK colour.
Best Use Case: Showcase pieces where colour accuracy matters more than structural integrity
Every printed garment is shaped not just by the design, but by the method used to apply it. That’s why we use carefully chosen print methods across our apparel range, each selected to suit the artwork, garment type, finish, and overall feel of the piece. Whether it’s a bold graphic, a clean logo print, or a more detailed full-colour design, the method behind it plays a big part in how it looks and wears over time.
Using DTV, screen printed transfers, and DTF, we create apparel that is designed to look great, feel comfortable, and hold up well with the right care. This section helps explain the differences between each print method, including their finish, ideal use cases, and the best washing and care practices to keep your clothing looking its best.
Description: A solid-color material that is precision-cut and heat-pressed onto fabric. It provides bold, durable designs with a clean finish.
Best Use Case: Bold text, names, numbers, and simple logos where long-lasting colour is needed.
Description: A printed transfer material that allows full-color graphics, gradients, and fine details to be heat-applied to fabric.
Best Use Case: Complex artwork, multi-colour graphics, or designs requiring fine detail.
Every laser-made piece starts with the right material. That’s why we offer a versatile range of engravable and cuttable materials suitable for everything from personalised gifts and signage to decorative pieces and custom accessories. Using the xTool F2, we can work with a wide variety of materials, each offering its own finish, texture, and character.
From natural materials like wood, slate, cork, leather, and cardboard to selected acrylics, coated metals, glass, and more, we’ll help choose the best option for your project based on the look, durability, and detail you want to achieve. Whether you need something rustic, premium, sleek, or practical, we can match your design to the right surface and finish.
