The Garden Keepers — Model Description
The Garden Keepers are a whimsical pair of guardian gnomes designed to bring charm, color, and personality to any garden, shelf, or planter display. Each gnome features its own distinct character: one standing tall with a watchful posture, the other holding a tiny pot that can be used decoratively or—when printed larger—can even house a small succulent or air plant.

Their stylized robes, expressive faces, and compact proportions make them ideal for both indoor and outdoor décor. At 80–100 mm tall, they print beautifully on FDM machines, capturing all the sculpted details without requiring complex supports. Whether left in raw filament or painted with bright garden colors, these gnomes instantly add life to any space.

Created for the Dare to Create program, The Garden Keepers celebrate creativity and craftsmanship—two small figures with big personality, ready to watch over your plants, workspace, or fairy‑garden scenes.

Key Features
Two Unique Gnomes — A standing guardian and a pot‑holding companion
Functional Mini Pot — Usable for tiny succulents or air plants when scaled up
Print‑Friendly Design — Clean geometry, minimal supports, beginner‑friendly
Perfect Display Size — 80–100 mm tall for shelves, desks, or garden setups
Painter‑Friendly Surfaces — Great for washes, dry‑brushing, and color accents

Recommended Print Settings
Layer Height: 0.16–0.20 mm
Infill: 10–20%
Supports: Light supports depending on orientation
Material: PLA or PLA+
Nozzle: 0.4 mm (0.6 mm for faster prints)

The Garden Keepers

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill