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THE SPOOL
LIST

Your job. Their machine. Matched by specs, not keywords.

The equipment-verified fabrication marketplace. Post what you need built — material, tolerance, finish. We route your job to nearby makers whose registered machines can actually do it. 350+ verified machines across 17 categories. Escrow-secured payments on every transaction.

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350+
Verified Machines
17
Equipment Categories
100+
Capability Tags
100%
Escrow Protected
37
Job Categories
3D PrintingLaser CuttingCNC MachiningEmbroideryVinyl CuttingResin CastingMetal FabricationWoodworkingCeramicsJewelryScreen PrintingPCB AssemblyGlass BlowingFine ArtRestoration350+ MachinesEscrow PaymentsVerified Makers3D PrintingLaser CuttingCNC MachiningEmbroideryVinyl CuttingResin CastingMetal FabricationWoodworkingCeramicsJewelryScreen PrintingPCB AssemblyGlass BlowingFine ArtRestoration350+ MachinesEscrow PaymentsVerified Makers
// For Buyers
Stop Guessing Who Can Build It
On Etsy you search keywords and hope. On The Spool List, every maker registers their actual machine — and your job is routed to the ones that can do it.
01
Equipment-Verified Matching

Post your job with specs. The system routes it to makers whose registered machines can actually do it, starting with the closest. Not keywords — real equipment data.

02
See the Machine Before You Commit

Every maker profile shows their equipment by model number — capabilities, materials, build volume. You know what's building your part before you spend a penny.

03
Escrow-Secured Payments

Funds held by Stripe until you confirm delivery. Card, bank, Apple Pay, Google Pay, USDC. Dispute resolution built in. No off-platform risk.

04
Not Amazon. Not Etsy. Built For Fabrication.

Amazon sells mass-produced goods. Etsy buries custom fabrication under crafts. The Spool List is the only marketplace built around real equipment — where the machine doing the work is the search index, not a keyword.

// For Makers
You Make It. The World Should Find It.
On Etsy you're one of 8,000 "custom 3D printing" shops. On The Spool List, your machine is your storefront. Your equipment speaks for itself.
01
Your Equipment Is Your Storefront

Register your actual machines from the 350+ model catalog. Buyers see what you own, what it can do, and what you've built with it. Not a bio — verified capability.

02
Jobs Come To You

When a buyer posts a job matching your equipment, you get notified automatically. Closest capable makers first. No searching, no bidding wars, no SEO game.

03
Free To Start. Built To Scale.

1 machine slot, 50-mile radius, escrow payments, chat, gallery, reputation — all free, forever. Upgrade to Pro for wider reach and lower fees when you're ready.

// Init Sequence
How It Works
From file to finished part. Equipment-verified matching, not keyword guessing.
01
Post With Real Specs
Upload files (STL, DXF, SVG, AI). Tell us material, process, tolerance, quantity. Set budget or open for bids.
02
Matched Makers Notified
System checks job requirements against registered equipment capabilities. Matching makers get notified, closest first.
03
Compare & Pay Securely
See registered equipment, completed jobs, buyer ratings. Pick a maker. Funds held in escrow via Stripe.
04
Track & Approve
Track production progress. Approve delivery and release payment. Leave a review. Every job builds reputation.
// Network Intelligence
Platform Specs
Everything supported on The Spool List. 17 equipment categories, 100+ capability tags, 350+ verified machine models from every major manufacturer.
17 Equipment Categories · 100+ Capability Tags

Every maker registers their actual equipment — model number, capabilities, materials. Jobs are matched by what the machine can do, not what the maker claims.

3D Printing
FDM standard & large format, multi-color, resin (SLA/MSLA/DLP), engineering resin, SLS/MJF nylon, metal DMLS. Bambu, Prusa, Creality, Formlabs, Elegoo, Anycubic, Stratasys, HP, Markforged.
Laser Cutting & Engraving
CO2 small & large bed, fiber metal marking, diode, UV/galvo precision. Glowforge, Epilog, Trotec, Thunder Laser, xTool.
CNC Machining
Desktop router, full-size 4x8 router, metal mill, lathe, plasma cutter, waterjet. Shapeoko, Inventables, Carbide 3D, Tormach.
Woodworking
Wood lathe, pyrography, scroll/band saw, planer/jointer, hand carving. Traditional and CNC-assisted.
Textiles & Apparel
Embroidery (single & multi-head), industrial sewing, longarm quilting, heat press/sublimation, screen printing, DTG, DTF, vinyl/HTV, tufting, leather.
Printing & Signage
Large-format inkjet, UV flatbed, button/pin maker, sticker/label printer. Banners to die-cut decals.
Metalwork
MIG/TIG welding, sheet metal brake, forge/blacksmithing, foundry/casting, powder coating, anodizing, sandblasting.
Electronics & PCB
PCB milling, pick-and-place assembly, reflow, professional SMD and through-hole soldering.
Casting & Composites
Vacuum forming, silicone mold making, resin casting (urethane/polyester), carbon fiber and fiberglass layup.
Ceramics & Glass
Pottery wheel, ceramic kiln (bisque & glaze), stained glass, fused glass kiln, glass blowing hot shop.
Jewelry
Lost-wax casting (silver, bronze, gold), metalsmithing bench, stone setting (prong, bezel, pave).
Paper & Binding
Commercial die cutter, bookbinding. Production paper cutting and hand-bound books.
Digital Services
CAD (parametric & organic), STL repair, 3D scanning, vector conversion, embroidery digitizing, pattern drafting.
Fine Art
Oil, acrylic, watercolour, illustration, calligraphy, printmaking (lino/woodcut/etching), mural painting, sculpture.
Fibre & Textile Art
Hand weaving, macramé, knitting & crochet, hand dyeing (shibori, natural), felting, basket weaving.
Craft & Handmade
Candle & soap making, resin art, floral design, model building, doll/puppet making, terrarium art.
Restoration & Finishing
Furniture restoration, upholstery, gilding & patina, antique repair, decorative paint & French polish.
37 Job Categories

Post by process or by use-case. The system maps your job to the right equipment tags automatically.

3D PrintingLaser CuttingCNC MachiningWeldingWoodworkingTextiles & SewingElectronics & PCBCasting & MoldsCeramics & PotteryGlassworkFinishing & CoatingPrinting & SignageCustom Signs & DecorWedding & EventCosplay & PropsReplacement PartsJewelry & AccessoriesApparel & EmbroideryHome & KitchenToys & MiniaturesBusiness BrandingAwards & TrophiesArchitectural ModelsAutomotive & MotoPet ProductsOutdoor & GardenEducation & STEMMedical & Access.Tools & JigsArt & SculptureDrone & RC PartsMusic & AudioFine ArtFibre ArtHandmade & CraftRestorationDesign Services Only
Supported File Formats

Upload design files directly when posting a job or through in-app chat.

.STL.OBJ.3MF.STEP.DXF.SVG.AI.PDF.JPG.PNG.ZIP
Payment & Escrow

All payments processed through Stripe PCI-compliant infrastructure. Funds held in escrow until the buyer confirms delivery.

Visa / MastercardBank TransferApple PayGoogle PayUSDC CryptoEscrow HoldDispute ResolutionStripe PCI-DSSInstant Payouts
350+ Verified Machines from Leading Brands

Makers register their actual equipment by model number. The catalog includes machines from every major manufacturer.

Bambu LabPrusaCrealityElegooAnycubicFormlabsUltiMakerRaise3DMarkforgedStratasysHP MJF3D SystemsGlowforgeEpilogTrotecThunder LaserxToolShapeokoInventablesCarbide 3DTormachBrotherFlashForgeQIDIPhrozenVoronLulzBotSinteritDesktop Metal
// System Modules
Everything You Need
One platform for the entire fabrication workflow.
01 — MATCH
Equipment-Verified Matching
Jobs routed by real equipment capability + geographic proximity. Not keywords, not star ratings. Your Bambu X1 gets ABS jobs. Your Glowforge gets laser jobs.
02 — ESCROW
Secure Escrow Payments
Funds held securely until delivery confirmed. Card, bank transfer, Apple Pay, Google Pay, USDC via Stripe. Dispute resolution built in.
03 — NETWORK
Global Maker Network
Find makers worldwide. Filter by equipment, rating, location, and turnaround. Local jobs first, expanding by tier.
04 — VERIFY
Verified Profiles
Equipment verification, portfolio uploads, earned trust badges. See exactly what machines a maker owns before you choose.
05 — FORGE
Maker Shop
Showcase and sell finished work. Buyers browse, purchase, and collect directly. Your portfolio is your storefront.
06 — CHAT
Direct Messaging
Real-time chat with file sharing. Discuss details, share progress photos, negotiate scope and timeline.
07 — RATE
Reputation System
Mutual reviews on every job. Ratings and trust scores built over time. Higher-rated makers get better placement.
08 — PROTECT
Anti-Off-Platform
Smart detection flags off-platform payment attempts. Message filtering and automated fraud prevention.
09 — SCALE
Tiered Plans
Free to start. Lower fees, more machine slots, wider job radius, premium placement as you grow.
// Access Tiers
Choose Your Tier
Start free. Upgrade when you're ready. Buyers pay no listing or subscription fees — commission is on the maker side.
Free
$0
forever
10% PLATFORM FEE
  • 1 machine slot
  • 50-mile job radius
  • Post unlimited jobs (no buyer fees)
  • Browse all makers
  • Escrow protection
  • Basic profile
Get Started Free
Pro
$14.99/mo
or $149.99/year
7% PLATFORM FEE
  • 3 machine slots + 2 buyable
  • 100-mile job radius
  • Priority in search
  • Advanced analytics
  • Pro badge
  • Everything in Free
Start Pro
Premium
$29.99/mo
or $299.99/year
5% PLATFORM FEE
  • 8 machine slots + 5 buyable
  • 500-mile job radius
  • Premium placement
  • Featured in marketplace
  • Premium badge
  • Everything in Pro
Go Premium
Enterprise
$499/mo
or $4,999/year
4% PLATFORM FEE
  • 50 machine slots + 10 buyable
  • Nationwide visibility
  • Dedicated support
  • Custom branding
  • API access
  • Everything in Premium
Contact Sales
// Forward Vector
Product Roadmap
Where we've been and where we're headed. Updated quarterly.
Phase 01 // 2025
Foundation
Complete
  • SwiftUI + Supabase architecture
  • Supabase Auth (Apple, Google, Email)
  • Core data models & Postgres
  • Stripe payment infrastructure
The bedrock. Everything that follows is built on this phase.
Phase 02 // Q1 2026
Launch
Complete
  • iOS app + web PWA live
  • 350+ verified machine catalog
  • Job posting & equipment matching
  • Escrow payments & real-time chat
Buyers and makers connected. The exchange begins.
Phase 03 // Q2 2026
Growth
In Progress
  • Geographic radius matching
  • Push notifications & alerts
  • Affiliate tracking system
  • OTA catalog updates
  • Web portal & Stripe subscriptions
Scaling the network. Matching intent to capability at scale.
Phase 04 // Q3 2026
Intelligence
Upcoming
  • AI-powered job recommendations
  • Smart pricing suggestions
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Maker performance insights
The platform gets smarter. Data-driven matching and discovery.
Phase 05 // Q4 2026
Scale
Upcoming
  • Android native app
  • International expansion
  • Enterprise features & API
  • Bulk ordering & recurring jobs
Breaking through borders. Enterprise infrastructure unlocked.
Phase 06 // 2027
Ecosystem
Upcoming
  • Manufacturer partnerships
  • Machine brand integrations
  • Institutional procurement
  • SDK & third-party tools
Open platform. Third-party builders extend the universe.
// Partner Program
Earn With The Spool List

Join our affiliate program. You get a unique referral link, a real-time tracking dashboard, and monthly payouts via Stripe. Open to creators, influencers, makerspaces, and anyone in the fabrication community.

Apply Now
// Changelog
Dev Log
What we're building, shipping, and fixing.
May 11, 2026 v1.5
350-Machine Catalog & Site Redesign
Expanded the verified machine database to 350+ models across all 17 fabrication categories. Added over-the-air catalog updates. Complete site redesign with expanded buyer and maker sections, Blade Runner roadmap, and macro photography throughout. Web portal now supports Stripe subscription checkout.
April 28, 2026 v1.4
Buyer Experience Overhaul
New Grid Log view for tracking all jobs at a glance. Improved shipping flow with real-time status updates. Push notifications for job milestones — accepted, shipped, delivered. Daily greeting and contextual dashboard on the Hub screen.
April 15, 2026 v1.3
Job Fairness & Map Polish
Fair job distribution across paid tiers with geographic radius matching — Free sees 50 miles, Pro sees 100, Premium sees 500. Email change flow for account management. Network map now shows real maker location data with animated pins. Affiliate attribution system live.
April 2, 2026 v1.2
Launch Readiness
Push notifications via APNs. Stripe deep links for seamless payment flows. iOS privacy manifest for App Store compliance. Supabase Storage with RLS policies. App Store approved and live.
March 20, 2026 v1.1
Performance & Reliability
Image caching for faster gallery loading. Real geographic data for the global network map. Crashlytics integration for crash monitoring. Critical bug fixes across chat, payments, and profile editing.
March 5, 2026 v1.0
Initial Launch
The Spool List goes live. Core marketplace: job posting, maker bidding, escrow via Stripe, real-time chat, equipment-verified maker profiles, gallery system, subscription tiers via RevenueCat, and the global network map. iOS app and web PWA available from day one.
// Security Protocol
Trust & Safety
Every transaction is protected.
ESCROW
Payment Escrow
Funds held securely until you confirm delivery. Dispute resolution has you covered. Stripe PCI-DSS compliant.
VERIFY
Verified Makers
Equipment verification by model number. Portfolio reviews. Earned trust badges. Liability verification for welding, forging, and kiln work.
FILTER
Smart Filtering
Off-platform payment detection. Message filtering. Automated fraud prevention. Every interaction monitored.
// Knowledge Base
Frequently Asked
What is The Spool List?
An equipment-verified fabrication marketplace. Makers register their actual machines — 350+ models across 17 categories. Buyers post jobs that are automatically matched to makers whose equipment can fulfill them, by capability and geographic proximity. Not keywords, not star ratings — real equipment data.
How is this different from Etsy or Fiverr?
On Etsy, you search by keywords and hope the seller has the right equipment. On Fiverr, you hire a freelancer based on self-reported skills. On The Spool List, every maker registers their actual machine — model number, capabilities, materials supported. Your job is routed to makers whose equipment can actually do it, starting with the closest ones.
How do I post a job?
Sign in at app.thespoollist.com or download the iOS app. Post a job with your design files (STL, STEP, DXF, SVG, AI, OBJ, 3MF), specify material, tolerance, and budget. The system matches your job to makers with the right equipment and notifies them automatically.
How do payments work?
Stripe processes cards, bank transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and USDC crypto. When you accept a bid, funds are held in escrow. Money is only released when you confirm delivery and approve the work. Built-in dispute resolution protects both parties.
How do I become a maker?
Sign up free, enable Maker mode, add your equipment from the 350+ machine catalog, upload portfolio work, and connect Stripe for payouts. Jobs matched to your equipment will appear in your feed automatically. Your machine is your storefront.
What equipment categories are supported?
17 categories: 3D Printing (FDM, resin, SLS, metal), Laser, CNC, Woodworking, Textiles & Apparel, Printing & Signage, Metalwork, Electronics & PCB, Casting & Composites, Ceramics & Glass, Jewelry, Paper & Binding, Digital Services, Fine Art, Fibre & Textile Art, Craft & Handmade, Restoration & Finishing.
What are the subscription tiers?
Free (10% fee, 1 machine, 50-mile radius), Pro $14.99/mo (7%, 3+2 machines, 100 miles), Premium $29.99/mo (5%, 8+5 machines, 500 miles), Enterprise $499/mo (4%, 50+10 machines, nationwide). Buyers pay no listing or subscription fees — commission is charged to the maker.
Is there Android support?
Yes — app.thespoollist.com is a full Progressive Web App. On Android, tap "Add to Home Screen" for a native-like experience with offline support. Works on desktop browsers too.
How does the affiliate program work?
Apply at thespoollist.com/affiliate. Once approved, you get a unique referral link and real-time tracking dashboard. Earn commission on every subscription referred. Monthly payouts via Stripe.

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