(I am editing this post - I read the instructional post by LM AFTER I posted this - please forgive me!)
I simply wanted to inquire of a group full of relative experts, instead of spending more time watching/reading a plethora more videos with opposite information (which one is true??) which frustrates me.
THE BACKGROUND REASON FOR THE POST:
We were so overjoyed to buy two 3D printers a few months ago. We were trying to get away from corporate America and maybe generate some income at home. We threw ourselves into researching the best printers, good filament, idea sites for items, etc., and began by making tons of little things to help organize around the house. That is how we found Loyal Moses! 
Now that some time has passed, we wanted to figure out something we could sell, and are finding conflicting stories if that is a dead thing.
Please advise!
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Depends on your product.
For example I have custom designed and made by me that I sell in a local shop. They have a space on their counter that I printed a display for and I restock it on their request.
So it all depends on what you are trying to sell.
Is it your design?
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Well, we are working on trying to design our own things. So far, we have used the ones others upload for everyone’s use, but we have started to think of some things for us to create. I did not want to go through many hours making things, if selling was no longer an option. I can definitely ask around in local businesses though!
Thank you!
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If you download a model created by someone else check the license posted to see what the Designer allows. It is also good to contact the Designer directly to see if he/she/it is OK with you making money of their models. As for things you design make sure they differ enough from other posted models so the Designers can not say you stole their ideas.
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Yes, exactly! We had read a lot of info about that, so we have been careful with that. I would not want that to happen to me.
I own a 3d printing business (which was inspired by LM talking about it and I thought, “Why not go for it?”) and make sure you are able to legally sell what you print, or better yet, design it yourself so that you have the rights to do so. You will be hit by copyright claims if you do not do so. It’s an awesome hobby that really puts the power in your hands, BUT (and this is key) find something unique nobody else is doing and you’ll be the one people go to. People can make flexi-dragons all day (and I do sell them to be honest) but offering something unique is what will make you stand out.
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Thank you. Yes, I hear you! That echoes what I told my son, and we have been brainstorming for some ideas to try to find a niche for ourselves. We have been trying a few things out but have not sold anything yet: just gave them away to family or used them ourselves.
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