Ever wonder how LEGO castles come to life? Andreas Lenander reveals his process for building an elegant gate, sharing techniques to create curved walls and detailed stonework that will elevate your own medieval masterpieces.
Read MoreHave you noticed a change in clear LEGO bricks recently? Because if they changed the plastic to what we think they did, it could usher in a whole new golden age of transparency.
Read MoreLooking to roll up some inspiration and add articulation to a MOC? No need to blaze through your parts bin—these LEGO joint techniques will bend your imagination in all the right ways!
Read MoreThink minifigure accessories are just for decoration? Discover how these tiny tools become the highlight of a build in our latest LEGO NPU round-up!
Read MoreLEGO Creator 3-in-1 sets already offer three builds in one box, but why stop there? Today we explore combo builds and how to use two sets together to create even more custom models.
Read MoreIs the LEGO goat the G.O.A.T.? Find out how a love for these rare animals turned into one of the quirkiest and most creative AFOL communities: GOATLUG.
Read MoreAwards at LEGO conventions aren’t just about luck—they’re about strategy, detail, and a little friendly competition. Discover Casey McCoy’s seven practical tips to taking home a trophy.
Read MoreLooking for a way to add a bit of magic into your LEGO photos? Ann shares her tips and tricks on how you can use light painting to add a bit of whimsy and color into your brick-built scenes.
Read More12V trains were something special, but what would they look like if made in the modern era? Let’s remix some classic sets using old and new elements to create a contemporary re-interpretation of LEGO trains.
Read MoreFrom cataloging parts to selling MOCs, Rebrickable helps LEGO builders to take their hobby to the next level. Here’s how to maximize its features to share your creations with the world while safeguarding them against theft.
Read MoreCan you build a LEGO set just from the parts without ever seeing what the official set should be? Join us as we attempt an “all pieces, no pictures” experiment with the wild and whimsical DreamZzz sets.
Read MoreBuild your own LEGO airship island that practically defies gravity! Instructions are available right here on BrickNerd and in BrickJournal’s most recent issue.
Read MoreCheck out these amazing LEGO contests and challenges for January 2025. There are so many MOCs to be built and prizes to be won!
Read MoreStuck 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 MoreDo you wish your LEGO Leonardo Da Vinci Flying Machine could actually fly? We’ve motorized the set so it flaps through the clouds, and we’ll show you how to do it, too.
Read MoreJanuary 2025 has arrived with more than 150 new LEGO sets, including Botanicals, Star Wars, Creator, Technic, Minifigures and more! And if you use BrickNerd’s affiliate link, you are helping support the LEGO community as you shop.
Read MoreFrom groundbreaking builds to inspiring community stories, discover what made 2024 unforgettable for LEGO fans around the world and what 2025 has in store for the future of BrickNerd.
Read MoreDecember brought a multitude of interesting articles, fascinating features, insightful deep dives, and eye-catching videos from all across the LEGO community. These are the best LEGO features of the month from around the fan community.
Read MoreLEGO makes changes to existing elements every now and then that add a new building technique—or sometimes removes one. Today we take a look at even more part molds and how their changes have helped and hindered MOC builders.
Read MoreEvery so often LEGO makes changes to an existing element that adds a new building technique—or sometimes removes one. Today we take a look at part molds over time and how the changes have helped and hindered MOC builders.
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