For Makers, Manufacturers & Skilled Freelancers

Got skills or capacity?
Turn them into revenue.

Whether you offer 3D modelling, CNC machining, sewing, product design, or full factory production — Combinate puts your skills in front of brands and creators who need exactly what you do.

List your skills free See how it works

Free to join — whether you're a freelancer, workshop, or factory. Zero commission.

Let brands come to you

Zero commission. Keep 100%

Build your reputation with reviews

Freelancers, workshops & factories

Simple Process

How it works for makers

Get discovered and start winning work in four steps

Create your profile

Showcase your skills, equipment, services, and past work — whether that is 3D modelling, machining, sewing, or full production.

Get discovered

Brands search by capability, location, and capacity. Your profile puts you in front of the right buyers.

Bid on projects

Browse open RFQs and submit structured proposals with pricing, timelines, and terms.

Collaborate & deliver

Manage the project in one place — milestones, files, messages, and progress updates that build trust.

Why Combinate

Built for how makers actually work

Inbound, not outbound

Brands come to you. No cold calls, no trade shows, no chasing leads. They search for your capabilities and reach out when ready.

Set your own pricing

We never take a commission or a cut. You quote what you want, the brand pays you directly, and 100% of the deal is yours.

Professional profile

Highlight your skills, services, equipment, and location. Whether you offer CAD design, prototyping, or full manufacturing — make it clear what you do.

Browse open projects

See what brands need right now. Filter by category, volume, and timeline — and bid on work that matches your skills and capacity.

Build your reputation

Collect reviews from satisfied clients. A strong profile and good reviews win more work over time — just like referrals, but at scale.

Every skill & scale

Freelance 3D modeller, part-time craftsperson, home workshop, or factory floor — if you can make things or provide production skills, there is work for you.

Who Is This For

Whatever you do, there are brands looking for it

"I offer 3D modelling, CAD, or product design"

Brands need skilled freelancers for design, modelling, rendering, and technical drawings — often before production even starts. Monetise your expertise.

List your skills

"I have a CNC / 3D printer / sewing machine and spare capacity"

Turn your equipment and talent into a revenue stream. Work with brands who need small-batch, specialist, or prototype work. Perfect for part-timers too.

List your workshop

"We want more business without cold outreach"

Get discovered by brands who are ready to place orders. Showcase your capabilities, respond to RFQs, and grow your client base without sales calls.

List your factory

Common Questions

Questions makers ask

Does it cost anything to list?

Creating a profile is completely free. We offer optional premium plans with enhanced visibility and tools, but you can list your skills and start receiving enquiries at no cost.

Does Combinate take a commission?

No. We never take a cut of your deals. You agree pricing directly with the brand and 100% of the payment goes to you. We make money through optional premium plans, not by skimming your transactions.

I don't have a factory — I offer skills like 3D modelling or design. Can I join?

Yes. Combinate is for anyone who helps bring products to life — including freelance 3D modellers, CAD designers, pattern cutters, technical illustrators, and other specialists. Brands often need these skills before (or alongside) physical manufacturing.

I'm a small workshop or part-timer — is there work for me?

Absolutely. Many brands specifically look for small-batch, specialist, or prototype capabilities that larger operations can't offer. You set your own schedule and take on work that fits.

What types of work are brands looking for?

Everything from 3D modelling and product design through to prototyping, small-batch production, and full manufacturing across 80+ categories — textiles, CNC machining, 3D printing, woodwork, electronics, packaging, and many more.

Free guides to help you win more work

Understand what brands expect, learn the terminology, and position yourself as the obvious choice when they compare quotes.

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Start getting leads today

List your skills, workshop, or factory on Combinate and get discovered by brands who need what you do.