# 3D-Printed LEGO Minifigures LEGO Unveils its First 3D-Printed Wooden Duck Toy for Minifigures By Amy Duong | Published 2022-11-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duck-toy References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/421026/LEGO-Launches-First-3D-Printed-Element-You-Can-Buy-A-Cute-Toy-Duck-For-Minifigs/) & [legohouse](https://legohouse.com/en-gb/press-releases/3d-printed-lego-element/?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-muppets-minifigures) recently launches a toy for its toy with the new 'wooden' duck toy that is 3D-printed and perfect for its Minifigures. The small item is an early toy duck that stems from LEGO Founder Ole Kirk Kristiansen's childhood. It was made when the company was at its roots, creating [wooden toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-birds) and this is available to buy but only for a limited time. It will be at the LEGO House in Billund, Denmark throughout the upcoming weekends of November. Those who are interested in the small toy are to book a visit at the [Minifigure Factory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minifigure-vending-machine) for the chance to attain the toy. The beak can actually open and close and can be customized during the visit. Image Credit: LEGO House ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Printing Trend:** The increasing popularity of 3D printing can lead to the creation of more customizable and intricate toys. - **Sustainable Innovations Trend:** The use of 3D printing technology to produce wooden toys presents a sustainable alternative to traditional manufacturing methods. - **Limited Edition Trend:** Creating limited edition toys can increase demand and excitement for a product. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can utilize 3D printing technology to create customizable toys and increase customer satisfaction. - **Manufacturing Industry:** Toy manufacturers can explore the use of sustainable 3D printing technology to create eco-friendly toys. - **Marketing Industry:** Creating limited edition toys and offering them only for a limited time can generate buzz and excitement, thus increasing demand for a product. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Puppet-Inspired Building Block Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-muppets-minifigures.md) - [Playful Minifigurine Daily Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minifigureaday-daily-calendar.md) - [3D-Printable Toy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick.md) - [Block Puzzle Picture Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100th-anniversary.md) - [Brick-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-clog1.md) - [Whimsical Miniature Toy Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grogu.md) - [Droid-Inspired Building Block Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-c3po.md) - [Food-Based Toy Block Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-6.md) - [Historic Bird-Like Contraption Recreations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-machine-set.md)