Stained Glass Link

Here at BrickNerd we like to look back from time to time, this time to Hyrule. Posting about the Cuusoo project reminded me of this wonderful Legend of Zelda mosaic by Bolt of Blue. It was at my first BrickCon, and the first time I saw a mosaic in person of something I'm a fan of. I was captivated. Not only is it a mosaic, it's designed as a stained glass window. When back-lit this thing is gorgeous.

Support These Zelda Cuusoo Projects!

For completely selfish reasons, because I want to have them! I love Zelda, I've been a fan for ages. These are a really cool sets, they hit all the marks and I think they would be good sellers. Despite the outcome of the last fully supported Zelda Cuusoo project, I vote we all keep trying until LEGO relents.

Tide

Everyday objects are always fun subject matter. There's just something wondrous about seeing something you totally take for granted rendered in bricks.  David Haliski has made this his specialty, and as you can see by this Tide box, he's very good at it.

Oh I Loooove Trash (Talk)

This is a MOC and smack talk in one (sMOC talk?) Not to be intimidated, Siercon and Coral fire back with everyone's favorite trash can dweller, Oscar the Grouch. How they attached all those green spikes is beyond me. 

The Adirondack Express

I'm beginning to sound like a broken record, "hey look, a cool MOC by Mark of Falworth". But my philosophy is pretty damn simple: If it's cool, blog it. This is cool! A charming and detailed micro build.  Check out that train, lovely.

Callisto

one shot one kill! Well, this has never happened before. I just happened to be viewing when this gorgeous beast was uploaded. I was the very first view, and now it's here. The use of the track for the engine supports is inspired. NPU (nice part use) F@bz

Inception Snow Cat

Inception was a cool movie, and this was a cool scene. Naturally, this is a cool MOC (lots off cool going on, perhaps it's all the snow). Project Azazel brings us this Inception inspired MOC, with tons of great but subtle detail. Check out the tracks under the Snow Cat.

Duel In The Deep

Clearly there will be no punches pulled in this Iron Builder. Not one to rest on his laurels Mark Of Falworth has already unleashed a second MOC on an unsuspecting Siercon and Coral. This is indeed going to be an epic battle.

Medieval Pop-up Book!

Prepare to be amazed. This MOC is...well, look at it! Just as a static display it would be excellent, but it's a pop-up book! Can you believe it? A freakin' pop-up book!

Enchanted Flora And Morning Monsters

First blood has been drawn in the latest Iron Builder. This round pits Siercon and Coral vs the Brothers Falworth, and it should be a good one. The seed part is a flexible green spike.

Siercon and Coral were first with this rose from Beauty and the Beast. No, LEGO doesn't make glass domes, get over it.

Not to be outdone, Mark of Falworth gives us this nightmare. Personally I think the teddy bear isn't afraid, teddy bears are our secret protectors.

The Cutest Little Blaster Ever

Here's proof you don't need a lot of parts to be freakin' awesome. Han Solo's blaster, built with 15 pieces by ObedientMachine. I'm inspired to build a whole arsenal of mini props, who's with me? 

“Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”

— Han Solo

Attention South Africa

There's a new LUG in town! If you, like me, are convinced you're the only one around who "likes to play with LEGO" you may be surprised to find out there are more of you out there. And now you have a LUG to bring you all together. Introducing GAULUG, The Gauteng LEGO User Group. You can find out more info on their website here.

Krazy Legs

 Hugebricks is no stranger to articulation, having built some amazing and quite posable figures. But this thing is Krazy (see what I did there?). One or two photos really doesn't do this build justice, click through and check out the photostream, you'll thank me later.

SU-27

The photography here suffers a bit, but I have to overlook that because wow, that's a sharp looking aircraft. Check out that camo! There's lots of other splendid details as well, like the pipes on the back of the vertical stabilizers and the jet nozzles. The contours are really well done too. Nice work Everblack.
 

Brace For Cuteness!

This is a stage 4 cuteness alert! Please proceed in an orderly fashion to your designated gathering area or nearest official shelter and prepare to squee.  If you are a squee coordinator please remember to wear your vest and make your presence known. Leave all personal belongings behind, you will not need them. 

Opee Sea Killer

Here at BrickNerd we like to look back from time to time, and also to look at some elements a whole new way. The first time I met builder Norbert "Norby" Labuguen  we were both displaying at Star Wars Days at LEGOLAND CA. Norby brought this creation and stunned me. I had never considered Bionicle, Hero Factory and especially Galidor pieces particularly useful. Norby changed all that for me, and continues to amaze me with his MOCs. This isn't the greatest picture of his Opee Sea Killer, but you get the idea, it's awesome.

Barrie's Department Store

Getting the scale right with modular buildings can be tricky. There's a tendency to over do the details and miss the broad strokes, or vice-versa. Not so with this modular from Snaillad. Every detail adds something, and the big picture is stunning. The interior is spot-on as well, and check out that trolly. Nice work Andrew.

Who You Gonna Call?

The Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary project has Achieved 10K supporters and is now in review by LEGO. Fingers crossed Ghostbusters fans, this is a very cool idea.  I want a Luis Tully figure though.