Whether a satchel, a backpack, a gym bag, a tote bag, a purse, a duffel bag, or any other such object that you might carry around, figuring out where to place them can be a challenge. The floor isn’t always clean (and if you’re a little or super stitious, you might want to avoid it). Maybe the chair you’re on doesn’t have a sturdy or convenient back to hang the bag from. And if you’ve already got your computer, notepad, pen holder, cell phone stand, a decorative plant, and a few more knickknacks on your desk, you might no have space there either.
A solution we found? The Desk Bag Hook by PieSupplies. Yes, there are many models out there, but this was among the most popular and it was easy to see why.
Once printed, we came across a realization: It’s not the smallest model you’ll find. And scaling it down can be risky because the gap to clutch the table’s edge will also decrease (limiting the size of the table you could use). Was the editor entirely aware of this when she sliced it? No. We’ll just say she was a bit distracted, as she was already daydreaming of the adventures she’d go on with the desk bag hook.
Because it’s a rather bulky design to carry in a small purse, the definitive use was set for the office, where the hook awaits said editor every morning.
And yes, she was left wanting a handy travel companion, so, with a bit more research, she settled on the StrongArm by AdamL, which is a remix of the abovementioned model. Among the changes? Instead of holding the bags outwards, it keeps them tucked beneath the desk. And now, purses or tote bags are always at hand.
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Full disclosure: When the Desk Bag Hook was sliced (in PLA, with 30% gyroid infill for a bit more sturdiness), in addition to not seeing how large it would be, the editor in question didn’t check the amount of filament in the spool. So, should you come across the same issue, know that, at around a 75% print, whatever aesthetic shortcomings our make has, it makes up for in spades with usefulness and strength.
The StrongArm was printed in ABS as we had another printer already set up with the green spool, and while the creator’s settings were followed (i.e. 40% gyroid infill, layer height of 0.2 mm, 5 perimeters), we also tweaked the design to give a curve instead of a sharper inner corner. This was done to try to minimize the potential of a snap.
It’s been over a year and a half, and both models still get the job done. Plus, the traveling model caused quite a stir and a few replicas were asked for by friends.
Who are the Creators?
PieSupplies has a few designs, some on Printables, others on Thingiverse. AdamL has over 200 models on Printables and MakerWorld, with everything from a hedgehog pencil holder to a garden hose healer.
While neither creator appears to have a Patreon or Thangs subscription, they can both be followed on Printables and other sites to stay updated on their latest designs!
Where Can I Download Them?
The Desk Bag Hook can be found at Printables, Thingiverse, and MakerWorld.
The StrongArm can be found at Printables and MakerWorld.
If you like what you see and cannot print it yourself, check out Craftcloud or other 3D printing services.
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