Animals Attitude | About Us – Unique 3D-Printed Art with Attitude

From a Birthday Gift to a Growing 3D Printing Company

Two men are carefully operating 3D printers in a workshop environment. One is adjusting the printer bed while the other monitors the extrusion nozzle as it prints a small object. The workspace has a focused atmosphere, with tools and lighting suggesting a professional or hobbyist setup. Their concentrated expressions emphasize precision and attention to detail in the additive manufacturing process.

Introduction

N&M Development was founded by Niels Visser and Michael Stam, two friends with a shared passion for design and technology. The story began when Michael bought Niels a 3D printer for his birthday. At the time, they were already experimenting with 3D models of figurines and small prototypes, but now they had the tools to bring their ideas to life.

The early days were filled with trial and error. Working out of the garage at their parents’ house, they spent countless hours testing prints, fixing mistakes, and slowly learning how to turn digital files into usable objects. Their first real breakthrough came from their jobs at a vacation resort. With hundreds of bungalows on site, spare parts were always needed, but many were no longer in production. By designing and printing replacements, they created a practical solution that quickly proved profitable.

How It All Began

The single printer soon wasn’t enough. Demand grew, and a second printer was added, followed by two more only a month later. What started as a hobby corner quickly transformed into a small production space.

A turning point came when a delayed filament delivery forced them to visit a local reseller. There they first saw the Bambu Lab X1, a printer that was faster, more precise, and capable of multicolor printing. Both Niels and Michael were so excited that each secretly planned to surprise the other by buying one. In the end, Niels ordered it first, just days before Michael would have done the same.

The new printer changed everything. Suddenly, what once took a week could be done in two days. It also opened the door to more complex and colorful designs. Of course, the first weeks brought plenty of failed prints and learning curves, but once they mastered the settings and materials, production reached a whole new level. A second X1 was purchased soon after, and the business kept scaling up.

Today, Niels and Michael live together and have dedicated an entire floor of their home to the company. One side is filled with printers running day and night, while the other serves as a packaging and logistics room. What once fit in a garage has become a full in-house production floor.

A modern enclosed 3D printer is displayed on a wooden table near a large window with natural light streaming in. The machine features a compact design with a transparent filament storage system on top, containing multiple spools neatly organized. Behind the printer, figurines and models are placed on the window frame, emphasizing its use in prototyping, model-making, and creative projects in a professional or hobbyist setting.

From Ideas to Brands

As skills grew, so did creativity. One memorable project was creating miniature city models as gifts, which later became the foundation for The Micro City. These small, detailed replicas proved to be personal and meaningful, quickly gaining popularity.

Another key moment came when a colleague asked them to print 100 humorous items for a bachelorette party. When she shared the result on TikTok, the video went viral with over 200,000 views. Orders began flooding in, and it became clear that customer imagination could drive the next wave of products.

This experience led to a stronger focus on colorful figurines. The first bestseller was a frog holding up its middle finger. Soon after, requests poured in for new animals—a dolphin, a giraffe, and many more. This growing line of fun and expressive figurines became AnimalsAttitude, a brand designed to bring smiles and laughter.

A similar process sparked The Duck Specialist, a shop entirely dedicated to collectible duck figurines. Alongside these, PlasticOpMaat was created as a service for companies in need of custom solutions, especially replacement parts. Together, these four brands formed the pillars of N&M Development.

Their creativity led to the launch of several brands:

1. Plastic op Maat

2. The Micro City

3. Animals Attitude

4. The Duck Specialist

"At its core, N&M Development believes: if you can think it, you can make it. The company continues to grow by adding new printers, experimenting with sustainable materials, and expanding product lines.

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A Grim Reaper duck figurine sits on a marble-like surface, designed with black and white skeletal details, a dark hood, and a scythe in its wing. Its hollow eyes and bone-like patterns give it a spooky appearance, blending humor with a gothic Halloween theme. The figure’s compact size and playful design make it an ideal decorative piece or novelty collectible for those who enjoy eerie, creative accents in their seasonal displays.

Amy Moore

Received way quicker than estimated delivery date! Looks awesome and received a cool little gift 😂

jun 22, 2025

A ghost cat figurine with large black eyes and raised front paws is placed on a wooden table next to a small dog-shaped duck toy. The cat figure is designed in a ghostly white style with draped details resembling a sheet, creating a playful Halloween aesthetic. The smaller companion toy adds contrast and scale, making the pair an eye-catching decorative display for collectors and seasonal setups.

Jessica Jacobs

Absolutely the cutest ghost cat ever! The snoopy duck was an added bonus! Will definitely buy from the seller again in the future!!

Jul 28, 2025

A small gray rhino figurine stands in the soil of a plant pot next to a tree trunk, positioned with one arm raised in a humorous gesture. The figure is highlighted by the warm glow of an orange lamp in the background, creating a cozy and playful atmosphere. Its compact size makes it a quirky decorative piece that adds personality to indoor plants or shelves.

Sabrina Miller

…. I can NOT with how adorable these wee little sassy rhinos are! Shipping was delightfully fast, wrapped with care, and all of the wee rhinos arrived perfectly.

31 jul. 2025

A group of ghost-themed figurines is displayed on the transparent cover of a record player. The arrangement includes two ghost cat figures with large black eyes and draped sheet-like bodies, accompanied by two smaller ghost decorations. The minimalist white design contrasts with the dark surface, creating a playful yet eerie Halloween-inspired setup that doubles as a unique home décor accent.

Liz Moreau

I can’t tell you how much I love my ghosts! I ordered the medium sized ghost cat for my work desk and received a few extra surprises! Thank you so much! Can’t wait to go back to work Monday and show them off❤️.

25 jul. 2025

A small goat figurine dressed in a black jacket and blue pants stands with one hand raised in a playful gesture. Next to it is a simple white ghost figure with cut-out eyes, both placed on a wooden surface against a green background. The combination of the humorous goat character and the minimalist ghost decoration creates a quirky display suitable for collectors or seasonal décor setups.

Liz Polina Georgiou

Great service ! Immediate response and great quality items!

25 apr. 2025

A gray rhino figurine stands upright with one arm raised in a playful gesture, positioned next to two small chicken figures with bright red crests and wide eyes. The combination of the larger rhino and the smaller chickens creates a humorous and whimsical scene. Displayed on a dark surface with household items in the background, the setup highlights the quirky and decorative appeal of these unique figurines.

addylady

I bought the rhino for a friend who loves rhinos & she loved it and got a good laugh out of it. The vendor even threw in some chickens as a little bonus. Very smooth transaction.

02 jun. 2025