LEGO’s product catalog is saturated with promotional tie-ins and intellectual property (IP) sets. So how did we get from McDonald’s Happy Meal toys to today’s movie tie-in sets and Comic-Con exclusives? From collecting cereal box tops to partnering with Discovery Channel, there’s a lot to sort through.
Read MoreAre LEGO sets getting bigger? And what is the best way to accurately measure their size? Join us as we explore these questions and take a close look at the largest LEGO sets of all time.
Read MoreLong before the LEGO CMF series was launched, there existed another product line offering battle packs, army-building kits, and single minifigures with cardboard backings. This is the story of the original LEGO “Collectible Mini-Figures”.
Read MoreWant to level up your LEGO minifigure habitats? Today we take a tour of the ins and outs of this popular diorama genre and learn the five keys to having greater impact when building small.
Read MoreLEGO recently launched a new brand identity, but what does that mean and how will it impact the LEGO community? Join us as we take a close look at the visual apects of LEGO’s new identity and learn how to “Typewell.”
Read MoreJoin us in our LEGO lepidopterarium as we explore all the beautiful butterflies that have appeared in LEGO’s many systems.
Read MoreLarge LEGO collabs can have a huge impact, but how do you make sure every module fits together seamlessly? Learn how NOVA-LUG created their Waterfront standard to build one epic beach party!
Read MoreWhen building LEGO trains, when is less actually more? We chew-chew-chew on the balance of design detail vs. practicality and try to find the balance between both.
Read MoreIn this installment of Behind the Design, we take a look at the iconic LEGO minifigure smile to reveal its design secrets, learn how it has evolved, and see examples of how it has been utilized over the decades.
Read MoreAFOLs have a language all their own, giving LEGO parts a variety of interesting nicknames and acronyms. But what do kids think of these part names? Well, we asked and they did not hold back…
Read MoreToday, we look at LEGO’s forays into promotional sets cobranded with other companies that ultimately led to the explosion of profitable IP sets based on shows and movies. Hop in your VW Beetle, head over to McDonald’s drive-thru, and come check it out!
Read MoreHow can you use color theory to improve your LEGO creations? Today we dive into how color composition and detailing can make your MOCs really pop.
Read MoreMany complex LEGO pieces are actually two unique parts held together by screws. Taking them apart can lead to some amazing MOCs, but do the screws themselves count as LEGO elements?
Read MoreWhat is a greeble? And what makes a greeble good? Simon Liu takes a deep dive into the art of LEGO greebling and even provides instructions for his Space Baby Mech Suit while he is at it.
Read MoreWe are going all the way down the Belville rabbit hole to the bedrock and building up the foundation from there. Join us as we explore the bizarre baseplate of LEGO Belville!
Read MoreWe conclude our exploration of LEGO fonts, ending the series where it all began by discovering the typeface for the original LEGO logo. Come back with us to the 1930s on a typographic journey through toy history.
Read MoreUsing a smartphone or tablet to control LEGO Powered Up or Mindstorms functions can be a little tricky. So for Pi Day, we have a recipe for you to make everything much easier with the help of Pybricks.
Read MoreLEGO has a rich corporate history, especially when it comes to its three primary building systems. Join BrickNerd as we look at a sampling of the many sets with historical references, some of them very tiny!
Read MoreTo celebrate the arrival of the LEGO Animal Crossing theme, join us as we explore a world of whimsy and wonder as we take an incredibly deep dive into the lasting legacy of one of LEGO’s most iconic animal themes, Fabuland!
Read MoreHow many different LEGO chests have been produced and how could you build one yourself? Read on to learn about these tricky trunks and get instructions to build an awesome upscaled LEGO treasure chest!
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