The LEGO Color Wheel Challenge
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With bold colors and fantasy flair, the LEGO Color Wheel Challenge pushed Steven Howard’s creativity from sketches to renders and beyond… all the way to Denmark to become a LEGO designer.
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How Sidelining My Dream MOC Reinvigorated My LEGO Passion
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What happens when your dream LEGO project turns into a burden? One builder shares how stepping away from a massive castle helped them find joy in the hobby again.
Read More1,000 Miles to Madness: A North Dakotan’s First BrickCon
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What drives someone to travel 1,000 miles for their first LEGO convention? For Becky and Renee, it was curiosity, community, and a love of LEGO that brought them to BrickCon—and keeps them coming back.
Read MoreThe German Grandma Creating LEGO Ramps to Access Buildings and Imagination
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Meet Rita Ebel, a grandma better known as the ‘LEGO Oma’ who is using LEGO to build ramps that make buildings more beautiful and accessible in Germany.
Read MoreWe'll Fix It In Post: How to Edit Photos to Make MOCs Pop
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Have you ever taken a photo of your amazing LEGO creation at a convention but the background is too distracting? BrickNerd guest contributor Wayne Tyler shares his process to make MOC photos pop, no matter what is behind them!
Read MoreHow to Part Out LEGO Sets: Sorting Your Way Out of a Dark Age
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How do you part out a LEGO set into pieces that you can build with? Guest contributor Katie Walker shows us her sorting process and storage system and describes how sorting helped her back into the hobby.
Read MoreThe Conversation Piece #5: How to Use Color in LEGO Builds
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Not sure which colors to choose for your next LEGO MOC? The Builder Improvement Initiative breaks down the basics of color theory and offers tips to help you build with more confidence, contrast, and creativity.
Read MoreFrom Lagers to LEGO: Finding Midlife Creativity
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Today we’ve got guest contributor Dr. Logan’ tale of finding an outlet for his pent-up creativity. You guessed it: LEGO!
Read MoreThe Mystery of LEGO Minitalia: Italy’s Forgotten LEGO Brick
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Long mistaken for a clone, LEGO Minitalia is actually a rare and fascinating chapter in LEGO history. Discover how this region-exclusive brick from Italy (and its cousin OLO from Japan) helped shape the LEGO brick we know today.
Read MoreCelebrating 25 Years of the VLC: Vancouver’s AFOL Legacy
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What does it take to keep a LEGO club thriving for 25 years? For the VLC, the answer is creativity, connection, and plenty of trains, towers, and towns. What started as a local meetup has now grown into a cornerstone of Canada’s AFOL community.
Read MoreThe Conversation Piece #4: How to Decide What to Build
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Ever struggle with what to build for a LEGO MOC? Or maybe you are lacking inspiration? The Builder Improvement Initiative explores some simple ways to stir up inspiration so you can begin building again!
Read MoreOn the Waterfront: Setting Standards for Collaborative Builds
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Large 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 More12 Tips to Improve Your LEGO Stop-Motion Animation
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From smooth walk cycles to cinematic lighting, LEGO animator Josh Whitehouse reveals the techniques he uses to bring his brickfilms to life. Whether you're new to stop-motion or looking to sharpen your skills, these 12 tips will take your animations to the next level.
Read MoreThe Conversation Piece #3: How To Use Your LEGO Collection Effectively
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Does more LEGO mean better builds? Not necessarily. The Builder Improvement Initiative explores how collection size influences creativity and gives some tips on how to make the most of what you have—no matter its size.
Read MoreFabulous Fabufigs: A Brick-Built Tribute to LEGO Fabuland
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The newest LEGO House exclusive set brings back some beloved Fabuland characters in brick-built form, but who is missing? Guest contributor Dale Harris reflects on Fabuland’s legacy and expands the cast with instructions included.
Read MoreThe Conversation Piece #2: What Makes a MOC Outstanding?
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What separates a solid MOC from an unforgettable one? The Builder Improvement Initiative dives into the difference between “good” and “outstanding,” exploring how pushing boundaries and breaking traditions can elevate your LEGO builds.
Read MoreThe Conversation Piece #1: How to Finish Your MOC
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Stuck in the middle of your MOC? You’re not alone. The Builder Improvement Initiative shares strategies for battling builder’s block, trusting your instincts, and knowing when it’s time to call it done on your LEGO projects.
Read MoreIt’s A (Wonder) FOL Life
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Discover a holiday story about the power of asking for help and the LEGO community’s unique way of proving no one is a failure who has friends.
Read MoreT Is For Tiny: Integrating T-Gauge Trains Into a LEGO Build
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If you thought LEGO trains were small, take a look at T-Gauge trains. Warren Elsmore shows how these tiny trains—10 times smaller than LEGO—can be made into a miniature garden layout MOC.
Read MoreA New Take on LEGO Space
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Space MOCs usually have a very defined look and feel, but what can you do if you image LEGO space as a near-future colony on a colorful alien planet instead? Kimberly Giffen takes us on a tour of her take on LEGO Space.
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