Summer Bubbles: Taking Your Minifigures for a Swim
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This should really make a splash! Today, Ann Megacolormix takes a deep dive into underwater LEGO photography—without actually going into the pool. Read on to find out how!
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The Stickers of Ninjago City Gardens
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Stickers are controversial among adult fans of LEGO, but those who don’t take a second look are missing out! Join us as we take a deep dive into the stickers of Ninjago City Gardens to explore the graphic design secrets of a truly remarkable set.
Read MoreBio-Cup 2022 is Back! (Naturally)
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Bio-Cup is back once again, which means we will be sharing some amazingly creative Bionicle MOCs in the weeks ahead. But what even is a “Bionicle MOC”? How did the contest get started, and how can you get involved? It’s time to refresh your Matoran memories!
Read MoreChoo Choo Choosing the Right Scale for a LEGO Model
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What’s the best way to choose the scale for your LEGO model? Between creativity and compromise, there is a lot at play! (Warning: it includes maths!) Don’t worry, though, our resident train expert Michael Gale sets us on the right track.
Read MoreCosmic Adventures: An Interview with a Cardboard Spaceman
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LEGO’s latest Gift With Purchase (GWP) set “Cosmic Cardboard Adventures” captures the whimsical adventures of a space-obsessed childhood. Join us for a quick chat with its fan designer, Ivan Guerrero, also known as bulldoozer.
Read MorePrime Directive: Optimus Prime LEGO MOCs
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You've heard about the new Optimus Prime official set, but people have been building LEGO Transformers for years. Let's check out a few of them, today on BrickNerd!
Read MoreThe Year LEGO Celebrated Hans Christian Andersen
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In 2005, LEGO celebrated the 200th anniversary of beloved Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. Join us as we take a look at all the sets (both marvelous and macabre) inspired by the fabled writer.
Read MoreMedieval Realism: An Interview with Ralf Langer
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At first glance, it is hard to tell the medieval towns built by Ralf Langer are even made out of LEGO. So we chatted with him about his techniques, what inspires him, and why realism is his playground.
Read MoreLemon and Limestone: Building Brighter Buildings
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LEGO builder Ayrlego is a bold painter unafraid to use their color palette when it comes to buildings. Join us as we explore some colors other than muted Earth tones that can make buildings brighter than ever.
Read MoreQuick Build #2: Desk Warriors - Boba Fett, Iron Man and Stormtrooper
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Welcome back to BrickNerd Quick Builds! This time we have instructions for three LEGO characters using minifig helmets - Boba Fett, Iron Man and Stormtrooper
Read MoreInstructions to Build a Pirate Ship Ride
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One of the most iconic rides from any amusement park is the pirate ship ride that swings back and forth like a boat on the waves. The BrickNerd team has designed a small version of this rocking ride with instructions available here and in BrickJournal Magazine’s most recent issue.
Read MoreDevilish Destroyer of Dragons: An Interview with Sandro Q
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We sat down with LEGO builder Sandro Q to learn how they created this intricate Knight’s Kingdom-inspired dragon hunter.
Read MoreProject AMORsolo: A LEGO Tribute to a Filipino Master Artist
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PinoyLUG pays tribute to Filipino National Artist Fernando Amorsolo by recreating three of his masterpieces as LEGO mosaics. Read on how this incredible collaborative project - which had more than 80 builders - came together in the midst of the pandemic.
Read MoreLEGO Contest Round-Up for May 2022
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Check out all these LEGO contests and challenges for the month of May 2022. There are prizes to be won!
Read More200,000-Piece Battle of Hoth is the LEGO Star Wars UCS of Our Dreams
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Happy May the Fourth, BrickNerd fans! This Star Wars Day, Lorren Loveless takes a look at Mark B’s massive Battle of Hoth display. Most impressive!
Read MoreA Day in the Life of the Partner of an AFOL
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Ever wonder what your non-FOL spouses/partners/friends/family/pets have to endure when you’re on a mission for Brick? Today BrickNerd’s Lorren Loveless’ partner, Kimberly, gives us some insight!
Read MoreLEGO May the Fourth Star Wars Deals, Lightyear, Muppets and Botanical Sets Now Available
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May the Fourth LEGO Star Wars deals have begun, so here is a reminder to please consider using our affiliate link for LEGO.com. It is a great way to support community-focused journalism while ordering your Landspeeder, orchids, Lightyear ship, Muppets, or even a diorama or two.
Read MoreLEGO Community Headlines and Highlights for April 2022
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These are the best LEGO features from around the fan community for April 2022. They are well worth your time!
Read MoreQuick Build #1: Hellboy
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Welcome to BrickNerd Quick Builds! These are instructions for small, fun LEGO builds that we will publish regularly. We are starting with Hellboy!
Read MoreSelling My First MOC: The LEGO Jeopardy Tribute to Trebek Finds a Home in Canada
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Have you ever considered selling a MOC? Are you curious how the process works? Hop on in for a tour of one of our BrickNerd’s experience going through it for the first time!
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Are you one of those people that has a perpetually messy building table? If so, you are not alone. Ted Andes comes out in defense of creative clutter and pleads the case for there being a method-to-the-madness of a messy building table. Read on to find out why a little bit of disorganization can be a good thing.