Bonus Bits: A Quick Take On Extra Pieces In LEGO Sets
/Love or hate them, the extra pieces provided in new sets are a hallmark of LEGO. But have we been getting more or less of them recently? The answer is more complicated than you think.
Read MoreLove or hate them, the extra pieces provided in new sets are a hallmark of LEGO. But have we been getting more or less of them recently? The answer is more complicated than you think.
Read MoreHow did FebRovery get started in the LEGO community and what is the standing appeal of this building theme-month? Come with us as we explore its creation and discover the nostalgia, ingenuity and community-focus that brings us together over rolling rovers.
Read MoreA new year 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 January 2025 from around the fan community.
Read MoreEver wanted to build a Great Ball Contraption? Here’s how we tackled our family’s first GBC module—from choosing a design to keeping it running at a LEGO convention.
Read MoreWhat is the meaning behind a simple LEGO set? For guest contributor Lia Chan and her mother, the new 80117 Good Fortune set is all about bonding, telling stories, and creating new traditions for Lunar New Year.
Read MoreTo celebrate International LEGO Day, we’ve collected some of BrickNerd’s best stories about shopping for these coveted plastic toys!
Read MoreFrom childhood reenactments to massive MOCs, Evan’s LEGO story is a sailboat ride through history. See how he crafts vibrant battles, custom minifigures, clear photos and more.
Read MoreOffering feedback to budding LEGO builders can be a challenge, so how do you help them learn new techniques without overwhelming them? Michael J. gives a few clues from a board game collaboration with his son to help solve this mystery!
Read MoreLet’s take a break from the chilly air and head somewhere more tropical to feature a flock of LEGO flamingos!
Read MoreBuilding lifelike animals with LEGO is no easy feat, let alone an awesome dragon. Join us as we experiment with AI-generated inspiration to tackle organic MOC-building.
Read MoreManga and anime-inspired LEGO creations are rare outside of Asia, but French builder Benjamin Walter is breaking the mold. From intricate characters to life-size builds, we explore his techniques, inspirations, and passion for Japanese pop culture.
Read MoreWhen you think of amazing LEGO cars, one MOC builder immediately comes to mind: Jonathan Elliott. Today we sit down with Jon to talk about his vehicles, Speed Champions, what inspires him, and his constant drive to push the envelope of what a LEGO car can be.
Read MoreWhat if your favorite classic LEGO characters got a CMF makeover? Here are 12 nostalgic candidates we think are ready for their big minifigure comeback.
Read MoreFrom fragile facades to vibrating elevators, New Hashima offered Blake Foster a chance to push his building skills and engineering prowess to the limit. The result? A LEGO tower that tested his creativity, patience, and the laws of physics.
Read MoreEver 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.
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