Bring a touch of charm to any shelf or table with this Whimsical Gnome Tealight Candle Holder. Designed as a single-part STL for easy printing, this cute gnome holds a standard tealight (or small LED tea light) in its hands and makes a perfect night-table accent, gift, or fairy-garden prop.
What you get
1× high-quality STL file (single-part) ready for slicing.
Print-ready orientation with built-in base for stability.
Recommended print settings (FDM)
Layer height: 0.12–0.24 mm (0.2 mm recommended)
Infill: 10–20% (gyroid or cubic for light strength)
Walls / Shells: 2–3 perimeters
Supports: Minimal — supports may be needed under the hands/arms and hat overhang depending on your printer and orientation.
Print temperature: follow filament manufacturer recommendations (PLA suggested)
Build plate adhesion: brim recommended for tall/narrow prints
Suggested scale & dimensions
Designed to fit a standard tealight (approx. Ø 38 mm).
Default model height ≈ 110–140 mm (scale as desired). Adjust scale in your slicer if you want a smaller desktop version or a larger centerpiece.
Post-processing & finishing
Sand and prime for painting; acrylics work great on PLA.
Use a small tea light or LED candle for safe indoor use.
Add varnish or clear coat to protect painted finishes.
Notes
This file is intended for 3D printing (FDM/PLA). You may also try resin printing but adjust supports and orientation accordingly.
Test-print a small version first to check fit for your tealight.
If you want a hollow or multi-part version (snap-fit or insert for a real candle), message me for a custom version.
Perfect for
Gifts, home decor, nursery night lights (use LED only), fairy gardens, tabletop RPG scenery, seasonal displays.
STL (Stereolithography, filesize: 20.2 MB)
