This is one of the first sets that I created, started with a sketch of gem placement. Making gemstone snowflakes it is all about gem placement too. Once you have the main gem placed a simple polar array at various distances achieves beautiful effects. Creating is Magic, spend more time learning all the new software out there.
Here is user-friendly modeling software applications that allow you to create models quickly and export them in OBJ or DAE formats:
π·SketchUp:
Pros: Intuitive interface, fast learning curve, extensive library of pre-made models.
Export Formats: OBJ, DAE (with the Pro version or specific plugins).
Website: SketchUp
π·Blender:
Pros: Free, open-source, highly versatile, and powerful with a wide range of features.
Export Formats: OBJ, DAE, among many others.
Website: Blender
π·Tinkercad:
Pros: Web-based, very user-friendly, great for beginners and quick prototypes.
Export Formats: OBJ.
Website: Tinkercad
3D Builder (Windows):
Pros: Comes pre-installed with Windows 10, easy to use, good for basic modeling and quick edits.
Export Formats: OBJ, DAE.
Website: 3D Builder
π·Clara.io:
Pros: Web-based, collaborative, supports many formats, and easy to use.
Export Formats: OBJ, DAE, and others.
Website: Clara.io
Wings 3D:
Pros: Free, open-source, good for beginners and intermediate users, intuitive interface.
Export Formats: OBJ.
Website: Wings 3D