Different materials, same object? 3D lines?

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is it possible to apply different textures and materials to different parts of the same object? or must i split it open?

is it possible to create a custom 3D (cylindrical) line? or do i have to manually twist and turn a cylinder?

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Add multiple materials to a single object http://cgcookie.com/blender/2010/06/15/tip-adding-multiple-materials-to-a-single-object/

is it possible to create a custom 3D (cylindrical) line? or do i have to manually twist and turn a cylinder?

Don’t understand what you mean

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are you talking about a twisted line along a cylinder main longitudianl axis

i have an example file with a proc texture for this

is it what you want ?

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For this, you’re going to want to use a curve object with a bevel.

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oh nevermind i think i get it now, thx for the help people =D