Blender how to make object thicker

In Blender, there are several ways to make an object thicker:

1. Using the Solidify Modifier:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go to the Modifiers tab in the Properties window.
• Add a Solidify Modifier to the object.
• In the modifier settings, adjust the thickness value to the desired amount.
• Apply the modifier by clicking the Apply button.

2. Using the Extrude tool:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go into edit mode (press tab)
• Select all the vertices of the object
• Press E to extrude and drag the mouse to the desired thickness.

3. Using the Sculpting tools:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go into sculpt mode.
• Use the Sculpt Draw tool to add more volume to the object by adding more geometry.
• Use the Sculpt Pinch tool to make the object thinner by removing geometry.

These are just a few examples of how to make an object thicker in Blender. Depending on the complexity of your object, you may need to experiment with different techniques to achieve the desired result.

It’s also important to keep in mind that these methods will only affect the appearance of the object, if you want to make a real physical object you should use other techniques like 3D printing or moulding.

4. Using the Extrude Region tool:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go into edit mode (press tab)
• Select the faces of the object that you want to extrude.
• Press E to extrude and drag the mouse to the desired thickness.

5. Using the Bevel tool:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go into edit mode (press tab)
• Select the edges of the object that you want to bevel.
• Press Ctrl + B to bring up the Bevel tool.
• Adjust the width, segments and other settings as desired and press OK.

6. Using the Displace modifier:

• Select the object you want to make thicker.
• Go to the Modifiers tab in the Properties window.
• Add a Displace Modifier to the object.
• In the modifier settings, adjust the strength value to the desired amount.
• Apply the modifier by clicking the Apply button.

These are just a few ways to make an object thicker in Blender, each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, depending on the complexity of your object, you may need to experiment with different techniques to achieve the desired result.

It’s always a good idea to practice with simple shapes before moving on to more complex models, and to keep in mind that you can always undo or change the settings of the modifier or tool you are using.