3makes

3makes is a name used by multiple entities in the maker, design, and technology communities. There is no single, universally recognized organization that carries the name, and references to 3makes typically refer to different projects or companies depending on the context.

In several instances, 3makes has been described as an online platform that curates do-it-yourself projects and tutorials for hobbyists and professionals. Such uses often include community-submitted projects, instructional guides, and product recommendations, sometimes accompanied by a marketplace for tools and components. The platform may emphasize accessibility, open-source practices, and hands-on learning across disciplines such as electronics, 3D printing, woodworking, and robotics.

Other uses of the name have been associated with design studios, educational initiatives, or event series that focus on making and fabrication. Details such as founding dates, locations, ownership, and governance vary across entities that use the name 3makes, and reliable sources usually distinguish between them.

This article is a starting point for 3makes; future work should clarify which specific entity is intended when the term is encountered and should cite verifiable sources. Until then, readers should rely on disambiguation to identify the relevant organization.