Whether you're troubleshooting your 3D printer filament settings, sharing your latest woodworking project, or debugging an Arduino sketch, Bluesky has become the new home for the maker community. As makers migrate away from Twitter/X seeking better engagement and a more positive environment, Bluesky's open ecosystem is fostering vibrant communities around 3D printing, woodworking, electronics, CNC, laser cutting, and every flavor of DIY making.
This guide will help you find your maker tribe on Bluesky, discover the best hashtags for your niche, and grow your audience as a maker, creator, or hobbyist.
Why Makers Are Choosing Bluesky
The maker community has always thrived on sharing knowledge, showcasing projects, and helping fellow makers solve problems. Bluesky offers several advantages that make it ideal for makers:
- Better engagement - Posts actually reach your followers without algorithmic suppression
- Custom feeds - Subscribe to feeds dedicated to 3D printing, woodworking, or electronics
- Starter packs - Quickly follow curated lists of makers in your specific niche
- No ads or promoted content - Just pure maker content from people you follow
- Positive community - Makers report more helpful responses and less toxicity
- Open protocol - Built on ATProtocol, appealing to the open-source ethos of makers
3D Printing Community on Bluesky
The 3D printing community is one of the most active maker groups on Bluesky. Whether you're running a Prusa, Bambu Lab, Creality, Voron, or any other printer, you'll find fellow enthusiasts ready to help with everything from 3D printer filament recommendations to complex print troubleshooting.
Popular 3D Printing Hashtags
- #3DPrinting - The main hashtag for all 3D printing content
- #3DPrinter - Printer-specific discussions and recommendations
- #FDM - Fused deposition modeling / filament printing
- #ResinPrinting - SLA and MSLA resin printing
- #FilamentFriday - Weekly filament showcases and recommendations
- #PrintInPlace - Articulated and mechanical prints
- #Prusa, #BambuLab, #Creality, #Voron - Brand-specific tags
- #STLFiles - Sharing and discussing 3D models
- #FailedPrint - Troubleshooting and learning from failures
Filament and Materials Discussions
The Bluesky 3D printing community actively discusses all types of materials:
- PLA filament - Best brands, colors, temperature settings, and storage tips
- PETG filament - Stringing solutions, bed adhesion, and outdoor durability
- ABS and ASA - Enclosure requirements, warping prevention, and fume safety
- TPU and flexible filaments - Direct drive vs Bowden, speed settings
- Specialty filaments - Wood-fill, carbon fiber, glow-in-the-dark, and metal-infused
- Resin materials - Standard, tough, flexible, and castable resins
Woodworking Community on Bluesky
From hand-cut dovetails to CNC-carved signs, the woodworking community on Bluesky spans traditional craftsmanship to digital fabrication. Furniture makers, turners, carvers, and hobbyist woodworkers are all finding their place on the platform.
Popular Woodworking Hashtags
- #Woodworking - The main woodworking hashtag
- #Woodwork - Alternative general tag
- #WoodworkingCommunity - Community-focused discussions
- #Carpentry - Construction and structural woodworking
- #FurnitureMaking - Tables, chairs, cabinets, and custom furniture
- #HandTools - Traditional hand tool woodworking
- #Turning or #Woodturning - Lathe work, bowls, and spindles
- #ShopLife - Workshop setups, organization, and builds
- #CNC - CNC router projects and techniques
- #Scrollsaw - Scroll saw patterns and projects
Electronics and Embedded Systems Community
Tinkerers working with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other microcontrollers have found a welcoming home on Bluesky. The embedded systems community shares projects, troubleshoots code, and discusses everything from IoT home automation to custom PCB design.
Popular Electronics Hashtags
- #Arduino - Arduino projects, sketches, and troubleshooting
- #RaspberryPi - Pi projects, configurations, and use cases
- #ESP32 and #ESP8266 - WiFi-enabled microcontroller projects
- #Electronics - General electronics hobby content
- #EmbeddedSystems - Professional and hobbyist embedded development
- #IoT - Internet of Things and home automation
- #PCBDesign - Custom circuit board design and manufacturing
- #Soldering - Soldering tips, techniques, and equipment
- #Microcontroller - General microcontroller discussions
- #HomeAutomation - Smart home DIY projects
CNC and Laser Cutting Community
Digital fabrication makers using CNC routers and laser cutters are sharing their work on Bluesky. From intricate laser-cut designs to large CNC furniture projects, this community bridges traditional making with modern technology.
Popular CNC and Laser Hashtags
- #CNC - CNC router projects and techniques
- #LaserCutting - Laser cutter projects and materials
- #LaserEngraving - Engraved designs and settings
- #DigitalFabrication - All digital making methods
- #Glowforge, #xTool, #OMTech - Brand-specific tags
- #ShapeOko, #Onefinity, #Maslow - CNC brand tags
Makerspace and Hackerspace Community
Community workshops, hackerspaces, and makerspaces are using Bluesky to share what's happening in their spaces, announce classes, and connect with the broader maker community.
Popular Makerspace Hashtags
- #Makerspace - Community workshop content
- #Hackerspace - Hacker and maker community spaces
- #FabLab - Fabrication laboratory content
- #MakerEd - Maker education and STEM learning
- #CommunityWorkshop - Shared workspace content
General Maker and DIY Hashtags
These broader hashtags help you reach the wider maker community:
- #Maker - The universal maker hashtag
- #MakerCommunity - Community-focused making
- #DIY - Do-it-yourself projects of all types
- #Making - General making content
- #MakerMovement - Maker culture and philosophy
- #Handmade - Handcrafted items and projects
- #STEM - Science, technology, engineering, and math projects
- #BuildLog - Work-in-progress project documentation
- #ProjectShare - Completed project showcases
How to Grow Your Maker Audience on Bluesky
Whether you're a hobbyist sharing weekend projects or a professional maker building a following, these strategies will help you grow your audience on Bluesky:
1. Share High-Quality Project Photos
Makers are visual people. Good lighting, multiple angles, and before/after shots dramatically increase engagement. Show the details that make your work special, whether it's the layer lines on a 3D print or the grain pattern on a piece of wood.
2. Use Relevant Hashtags
Include 3-5 relevant hashtags with each post. Mix broad hashtags like #Maker with specific ones like #PETG or #Dovetails. This helps both the algorithm and users find your content.
3. Share Your Process, Not Just Results
Work-in-progress posts, failures, and lessons learned often get more engagement than finished projects. Makers love seeing how things are made and learning from others' experiences.
4. Engage With Other Makers
Comment on other makers' posts with genuine feedback and questions. The maker community is built on mutual support and knowledge sharing. The more you engage, the more visibility you'll get.
5. Join Maker Starter Packs
Look for starter packs dedicated to 3D printing, woodworking, electronics, or general making. These curated lists help you quickly find and follow active makers in your niche.
6. Post Consistently
Regular posting keeps you visible in your followers' feeds. Even small updates, quick tips, or questions help maintain engagement with your audience.
Using Skyscraper to Find Maker Trends
Skyscraper for iOS helps makers stay on top of trending topics and grow their audience:
- Trending hashtags - See when maker hashtags are trending and join the conversation
- Keyword alerts - Get notified when people discuss specific topics like "3D printer filament" or "Arduino project"
- Multi-account support - Manage separate accounts for different maker niches
- Save and bookmark - Save inspiring projects and tutorials for reference
Check our live trending hashtags to see what's popular right now, including maker-related topics.
The Future of Making on Bluesky
As Bluesky continues to grow, the maker community is establishing itself as one of the platform's most active and supportive groups. The open protocol means developers are building maker-focused tools, feeds, and integrations that wouldn't be possible on closed platforms.
Whether you're adjusting your 3D printer filament temperature, finishing a hand-cut joint, or debugging embedded code, there's a community on Bluesky ready to help, learn, and celebrate your work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a maker community on Bluesky?
Yes! Bluesky has a thriving maker community including 3D printing enthusiasts, woodworkers, electronics hobbyists, Arduino and Raspberry Pi tinkerers, CNC operators, and DIY creators. The community is growing rapidly as makers migrate from Twitter/X seeking better engagement.
What are the best hashtags for 3D printing on Bluesky?
Popular 3D printing hashtags include #3DPrinting, #3DPrinter, #Maker, #FDM, #ResinPrinting, #Prusa, #BambuLab, #Creality, #FilamentFriday, and #PrintInPlace.
How do I find woodworking content on Bluesky?
Search for hashtags like #Woodworking, #Woodwork, #CNC, #Carpentry, #FurnitureMaking, #HandTools, and #ShopLife. You can also find woodworking starter packs and custom feeds.
Are there Arduino and Raspberry Pi communities on Bluesky?
Yes! Use hashtags like #Arduino, #RaspberryPi, #ESP32, #Electronics, #EmbeddedSystems, #IoT, and #Microcontroller to find the electronics and embedded systems community.
How can I grow my maker audience on Bluesky?
Share quality project photos, use relevant hashtags, post work-in-progress updates, engage with other makers, join starter packs, and post consistently. Sharing failures and lessons learned often gets great engagement.