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Multi-level nerd

HI, I'M MELISSA BENT.

I'M A NERD ON MANY LEVELS. 😁

I'm based in Nampa, Idaho and I like to do the occasional DIY project with wood, 3-D printing, and/or various electronics.

If it involves plants, I'm in.

And I have a lot of chickens.
Like, a LOT of them. 😬

Latest Posts

Creality K2 Plus printer on a carpeted floor
Blog Post

Upgrading to a Modern 3D Printer

In January 2025 I purchased the new Creality K2 Plus from BestBuy.com. I had been looking to invest in a large-format printer that would “just work” out of the box.
Green 3d printed chicken feed collector
Project Post

Feeding My Chicken Army: Iterating the Custom Feeder

Come on a journey with me to find the perfect (or at least less awful) way to 3d print custom chicken feeders.
3D printed base for gravity chicken feeder
Project Post

Feeding My Chicken Army: Sharing the Love (and Feed) With More Birds

Follow along as I design a custom chicken feeder with my 3D printer. This feeder will reduce waste and make it easier to keep our flock fed.

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MLN Amazon Wish List

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SuperlightingLED 24VDC Highest Density 5-in-1 5050 RGBWW (RGB+Warm White+Daylight) 112LEDs/m Bright RGBCCT LED Strip 16.4FT Dimmable Tape Lights for Bedroom Decor (16.4Ft IP20 Non-Waterproof)
SuperlightingLED 24VDC Highest Density 5-in-1 LED Strip
PH Sensor for Arduino, PH0-14 Value Detect Sensor Module + PH Electrode Probe BNC, PH Sensor UNO, PH Sensor Arduino Kit, PH Sensor Raspberry Pi Kit, by HQ&LP
PH Sensor for Arduino
FLASHFORGE Carbon Fiber PETG Filament 1.75mm, Carbon Fiber PETG 3D Printer Filament, 1KG Spool Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Lightweight & Heat-Resistant & Moisture Free (PETG-CF Midnight Blue)
FLASHFORGE Carbon Fiber PETG Filament 1.75mm

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Creality Original 5pcs Ender 3 S1/Ender 3 S1 Pro Silicone Sock and 10pcs 0.4mm Nozzle
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FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm +/- 0.02mm Burnt Titanium, Color Changeable 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs), Chameleon Changing Colors with Light, Perfectly Hide The Layer Line
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm Burnt Titanium, Color Changeable 3D Printer Filament
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