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Aaron Osirus was inspired to start his 3D-printed toy business after realizing that many of his classmates carried fidget toys at school.
“One day at school I was just looking around, and then I saw that a lot of people had fidgets or toys,” Aaron said to CBS News Atlanta. “I was like, if all these fidgets are plastic, why can’t I make them?”
To bring his idea to fruition, Aaron borrowed $600 from his parents to buy a high-tech 3D printer that features an automatic material system capable of switching colors during printing.
Aaron started his 3D-printing business, A3D, by selling toys to classmates and neighborhood kids, with each order customized to reflect the buyer’s preferred design, size, and color, and a price and delivery timeline set.
Aaron has since been turning plastic into profit with his custom 3D-printing business, A3D, all from his playroom.
Overwhelmed by the increasing demand for his products, Aaron asked his twin brother, Alain Osirus, to help operate the business.
“I’m a designer for A3D. Sometimes I make the toys, and I also help with marketing,” Alain said to CBS News Atlanta. “I check the time, how long it takes, the cost, fulfillment and everything.”
Soon, the brothers began producing popular items such as pass-through fidgets and articulated toys. Repeat customers even get a 50% discount. After they have paid for supplies and labor, the twins end up making $200 in profit each month.
3D-printing industry frontrunners PrintPal and SelfCAD note that the cheap cost of raw materials allows profit margins for 3D-printed items to reach between 70% and 90%, according to CBS News Atlanta. This shows how the twins’ achievements mirror larger developments across the 3D-printing sector.
Aaron and Alain also keep costs down by asking friends if they would like to volunteer before bringing in more help.
Aaron currently enjoys seeing customers play with his products. “When I see them play with my prints, I’m like, ‘Oh yeah, that’s really cool because I made it,'” he said.
According to the twins, running the business has deepened their connection while offering valuable experience in customer service, investing, and entrepreneurship.
“My brother Aaron is actually very cool because we’re able to spend time together,” Alain said. “It’s really special to own a business with your brother.”
The twins hope their story inspires other young entrepreneurs.
“Follow your dreams. Just try your hardest,” Aaron said. “You’ve got to save up the money. You’ve got to plan for everything.”
Alain added: “Chase your dreams. Outcompete everyone else in your business. Show them what you’re made of.”
