Build Anything Using 3D Printed Pencil Connectors

Be an architect, own a plane, and become someone’s favorite gift-giver. All of these things are possible with QalamSila. Only two ingredients are necessary for this concoction: plastic connectors that can be printed using any 3D printer (or purchased pre-printed) and woodcased pencils.

QalamSila (pronounced similarly to “Godzilla”) emerged from the first 3D printing and manufacturing plant in the Middle East, developed by Guillarme Guidoz. The name originated from Arabic: “Qalam” means “pen”and “sila”is another word for “connected.” The idea seems so simple, but it has caught on to multiple regions of the globe like wildfire.

Three versions of the product are available: The Bulldozer, Airplane and Buggy. Although these options sound limited, you can create almost anything once you have the basic pieces at your disposal (much like LEGOs). In fact, there are over 70 types of connectors and virtually endless options if you have a large supply of pencils on hand.

If you’re wondering what types of things you can build with QalamSila, head over to their website, which showcases users’ unique creations. A quick search of the #QalamSila hashtag on Twitter also reveals a growing community showing off their most recent creations.

And the best part? You can use any standard-shaped pencil. Check out the bulk section of Pencils.com for a few options.

Do you like the idea? Have any pictures of your own? Let us know in the comments!