Hi, I’m the designer and maker behind Laughing Dragon Foundries — home of Wiggle Budz, a heart-filled collection of 3D printable flexi animals and other collectible works of art designed to wiggle, hug, and spark smiles around the world.
Christian, Navy veteran, cancer survivor, husband, and father — with a lifelong passion for creativity and storytelling. My journey into 3D printing began over a decade ago, blending my artistic background with cutting-edge technology to create tangible joy — layer by layer.
Created by the Master Designer, saved by grace, and creating joy — one layer at a time.
Out on the African savanna, everything moves with purpose. The wind across the grass.The distant rhythm of herds.The slow, steady pace of life unfolding exactly as it should. And above it all… rising gently above the horizon… stands the giraffe. Not rushed. Not restless.Just present. More designs a
And yeah…clever girl. Ronnie brings that classic raptor energy to the Wiggle Budz lineup. Sharp, focused, and always one step ahead. There’s an intelligence behind the stance, not just speed… not just power… but control. This isn’t chaos.This is calculated.What to Expect Clean, expressive raptor de
Say hello to one of the sweetest additions to the Wiggle Budz lineup…Ellie is here, and she’s ready to wiggle her way onto your print bed. With her gentle expression, rounded features, and smooth articulation, Ellie brings a softer, more relaxed vibe to the collection. She’s the kind of model that
Kicking off the latest Wiggle Budz drop with the one that started it all… Tippy the Turtle. Tippy brings that classic Wiggle Budz feel with a friendly face, chunky proportions, and smooth articulation that makes him just as fun to fidget with as he is to display. He’s simple, clean, and ridiculousl
We’re currently behind the scenes fine-tuning the entire Wiggle Budz lineup. Every model is being optimized for better print performance, smoother articulation, and overall efficiency. Same charm, just cleaner, stronger, and easier to print across the board. All files will remain live during this p
