While the LEGO hobby has many facets, one of the most divisive topics is purism. Caleb Huet explores this sometimes touchy topic, looking at times when LEGO gear like keychains, plush animals and more have been incorporated in a brilliant build.
Read MoreThe LEGO Great Ball Contraption theme and community evolve each year, and this year was no different. Today, we take a look back at the standout GBC modules and layouts of 2023.
Read MoreFrom microscale to life-sized, Michael J. brings us a poignant collection of LEGO Nativity scenes from across the community to celebrate Christmas.
Read MoreWith Christmas fast approaching, it is time to celebrate Santa Claus in all his brick-built festive glory with 20 custom LEGO versions from adorable and silly to buff and kinda scary!
Read MoreGingerbread’s spiced cookies, white frosting and colorful candies make for a sweet LEGO build! So this December, let’s cut some calories by enjoying our gingerbread LEGO-style!
Read MoreThanksgiving is about being grateful—and for enjoying food with family and friends. Minifigs may not need to eat like we do, but judging by these scrumptious creations, they enjoy it just as much!
Read MoreHalloween is just around the corner, so we are gathering a delightful assortment of spoopy MOCs to add a touch of adorable LEGO spookiness to your fall festivities.
Read MoreSHIPtember is drawing to a close, BrickNerd fans, but it’s not too late to get started! Today we check out a few of the already completed spaceship builds for your inspiration.
Read MoreThe LEGO Store is a magical place where dreams of kids and AFOLs alike come true, so join us today as we jump into an Inception-like guide to LEGO LEGO Stores, both official sets and fan creations.
Read MoreBrickNerd sent several LEGO Dreamzzz sets to various talented AFOLs to play with and dream about. But we didn’t expect them to have nightmares!
Read MoreHow do you make a gigantic LEGO cyber city shine? By running hundreds of feet in wires connected to thousands of lights, of course. Join BrickNerd for New Hashima takeover week as we peek inside the collab to see how it all lights up.
Read MoreRound 2 of Bio-Cup has wrapped up and the competition this year is some of the toughest ever. The theme of the round was the Nine Circles of Hell, so come with us down, down, down…
Read MoreSchool just let out for the summer but LEGO Ideas has already moved on to Halloween with the Hocus Pocus set. Brian Everett takes us on a tour of the Sanderson Sisters’ cottage, showcases his own obsession with spooky sets, and shows us some other haunted creations from the LEGO community.
Read MoreFrom speeder bikes to serene temples, Aiden Rexroad offers up some fine examples of how to integrate Bionicle parts into a variety of LEGO System builds that will make people delight in your NPU!
Read MoreThese literal LEGO showers bring bubbles of delight to the bathroom! We present to you a round-up of brick-built “April Showers.”
Read MoreGet ready to spark your imagination! Today we’re taking a look at how LEGO electronics can be used in as NPU (Nice Part Usage) in LEGO MOCs to add a little extra explosive detail.
Read MoreWhether you love or hate math, any excuse to eat pie is a good one—especially on Pi Day! We hope you have some real pie at home to eat because today’s pantry raid on LEGO kitchens is sure to make you hungry!
Read MorePlastic isn’t generally thought of as appetizing… which makes these delicious-looking LEGO creations all the more impressive. Join us for a yummy square meal of tasty LEGO and lots of desserts!
Read MorePerhaps LEGO packaging shouldn’t be thrown out or recycled immediately? Take a look at these ingenious MOCs that use LEGO containers to great effect.
Read MoreHow do you use LEGO packaging in your MOCs? BrickNerd’s Caleb Huet takes you on a tour of some of the best in his “LEGO Dark Arts” series.
Read MoreThere are many acronyms, terms and phrases used to describe various LEGO things within the world of AFOLs. But what about all the made-up words we use every day that don’t make it into a standard glossary? Welcome to the AFOL Slang Dictionary.
No bones about it, BrickNerd fans, we’ve got some interesting connections for you today. Will explores the old LEGO skeleton, digs up several curiosities, and resurrects Belville to tickle your funny bone!
Welcome back to some spooky BrickNerd Quick Builds! We have two treats for you today. The theme for our LEGO instructions is Halloween with witches, spiders, crows and a grave!
Did you know there is a LEGO convention held inside a world-renowned glass museum? Let’s step through the looking-glass together and learn what BrickNerd contributors Ted Andes and Daniel Zimmerman found at Empire Brick Con.
Galidor. A retired theme with a cult following, nearly universally hated by all. Just look at it. What part of this makes you think “LEGO?” Today we’ll take a look at the horrors of Galidor.
Shrek’s fairy-tale cast has arrived in LEGO minifigure form, but does everyone get a happily ever after? We take a close look at the movie references, a few puzzling design choices, and some useful parts for Castle builders.
What are the best ways to score cheap LEGO? If you’re willing to go to some effort, hidden LEGO pops up all over the place. In today’s guest article, Molly Patton shares her stories and tips at finding low-priced LEGO.
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In the latest installment of our LEGO SNOT series, we explore how thinking in 2×2×2 cubes takes the guesswork out of sideways building. See how a few simple SNOT cubes can help you line up studs in any direction.