Tonight was another reminder that iteration is everything.
After printing the first **test** round of our Lollipop-style tap handles, we stepped back, turned them in the light, and gave them an honest look. The verdict? Solid concept, but the execution felt just a bit too… clunky.
So we dialed it back. Reshaped. Refined. Tightened the proportions and reconsidered the flow between the rounded head and the shaft. The new result? A smoother, more purposeful silhouette that still pays homage to the classic tap design, but fits far more cleanly into the GarageCraft3d aesthetic.
What Changed
- Reduced bulk in the lollipop top
- Improved transition from head to body for a more organic feel
- Balanced the visual weight without sacrificing branding space
- Adjusted placement of the badge and vertical logo flow for better legibility and punch.
- Adjusted neck sizing (length & width)
Real-World Prints: In Hand and running iteration; All in a 24 Hour turn
From idea → to generation → to iteration → to perfection.
This is the kind of work that happens between the hours when most people are off the clock — where design is tested in real life, not just on screen.
GarageCraft3d continues to evolve by doing, printing, tweaking, and trying again. These aren’t just tap handles — they’re proof of process.
More to come.
—Nick @ GarageCraft3d
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