Looking for a completely unique gift? 3D printing is no longer reserved for car manufacturers and cyborgs.
Though commercial retail is still a fairly new space in the 3D printing world, it's well on its way to becoming a more mainstream option. One of the first consumer 3D printing companies, Shapeways, expects to print millions of products in 2012.
As the technology to replicate products advances at a more affordable rate, the number of order-to-print shops will continue to increase. (That means more burritos, too.)
Not sure where to start? These five sites will help you print practically anything you can imagine. If you're not advanced in the design department, some of these sites will help you get started. Or take a look at a few designer shops, so you can still find the perfect (unique) gift.