In about 2017, I first learned about 3D printing and purchased my first 3D printer. It sat on my desk for years making little trinkets and toys. I originally convinced my wife to buy one because "I could make some serious money with this machine" 

Then, in 2019, I was approached by a family friend to reproduce a plastic part that was no longer manufactured for their parts store. They initially would order about 20 parts at a time until things started to take off and I had to purchase another Ender 3 printer. 

The Covid 19 lock down in 2020 really got things moving for my little side hustle. The taste of being home with my family, away from the 9-5 lifestyle got my mind working hard to think of other products I could 3D print and sell. 

We have many machines now, including FDM 3D printers, SLA 3D printers, Laser cutters / engravers, and a cnc router. 

UPDATE: On June 27th, 2022, I left my 9-5 job and started working for myself full time. 

TL:DR My family is important to me. I created ThreeDeePrince, LLC to have the financial freedom to quit my job and work at home full time.