19-year-old started a 3D-printing side hustle in his parents’ basement—now his business brings in $808K a year

Mike Satterlee learned how to use 3D printers as a high school freshman. Now age 19, he's growing his business CruiseCup instead of attending college.

19-year-old started a 3D-printing side hustle in his parents’ basement—now his business brings in $808K a year

TL;DR

  • Mike Satterlee, 19, dropped out of college to focus on his 3D printing business, CruiseCup.
  • CruiseCup specializes in 3D-printed can coolers and generated $808,000 in gross revenue in 2025.
  • A viral Instagram post featuring a new double-can cooler design significantly boosted orders and revenue.
  • Satterlee reinvests most profits into expanding his 3D printer fleet and marketing.
  • His previous 3D printing business, Solefully, which sold shoe charms, also achieved substantial sales before being shut down to focus on CruiseCup.

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