In a world where creative models are constantly emerging, it's safe to say that **3D printing technology** holds the potential to become a fun and unique medium for children's toys. However, so far, there hasn't been a clear success story in this space—until now. A Singapore-based startup named **Blokko** is stepping in with a fresh approach, combining global storytelling with **3D printed** toys. Founded by Rahul Thayyalamkandy, CEO, and Pral Lal, CTO, Blokko was born from a shared passion for stories and creativity. “We met in university back in 2004,” Rahul explained. “Pral built two **3D printers**, which sparked our idea.” The motivation behind Blokko came from a personal experience—Rahul found it hard to find toys based on his favorite stories, like Tintin comics, especially growing up in India. He realized that while big franchises like Superman or Star Wars have plenty of merchandise, smaller, independent creators often lack the resources to bring their stories to life in physical form. That’s where Blokko steps in. By leveraging **3D printing**, they can serve niche markets that traditional toy companies overlook. “With 3D printing, we can produce on demand,” Rahul said. The platform allows authors and cartoonists to publish their work and collaborate with 3D designers to create and sell related toys. “We help extend stories into the 3D world,” he added. They partner with 3D printing services like Shapeways and i.materialise to print and ship the toys, and even offer downloadable STL files for those who want to print at home. The core of Blokko’s model lies in the combination of storytelling and hands-on creation. “Toys are all about storytelling and making things,” Rahul noted. “LEGO succeeded because of this balance. We’re taking a different approach, but the idea is the same.” So how does it work? Authors can upload their creations—whether manga, text, animation, or video games. Then, 3D designers collaborate with them to turn these stories into physical toys. “People around the world can buy these toys. They can either print them themselves or let us handle the printing and shipping,” Rahul said. Profits are split 40-40-20 between the author, the designer, and the platform. Despite its promising start, Blokko faces challenges. Convincing creators to join the platform and converting 2D art into 3D models are ongoing hurdles. “It’s not easy to get people to trust the process,” Rahul admitted. “But we’re committed to maintaining quality and making sure everything looks great.” Just two weeks after launching, Blokko has already sold its first toy. “We currently have eight artists on board, and more than five new toy designs are coming soon,” Rahul said proudly. With its unique blend of creativity, technology, and community, Blokko is paving the way for a new era of storytelling through **3D printed** toys.

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