Say cheese! Dan O’Connor’s cheese slope mosaic uses plenty of friction to bring an awesome Arcane scene to life. We chatted with him about the technique, skill, and patience required to create such a stunning MOC.
Read MoreWant to start a First LEGO League team? Discover what FLL is, how it works, and follow along as we launch into the hottest LEGO robotics competition for kids.
Read MoreBuilders battled through vignettes, mashups, and “what if” scenarios in MELO 2025 making the 2025 Middle Earth LEGO Olympics an epic showdown worthy of Tolkien’s legendarium. Come witness everything this fellowship of LEGO fans created.
Read MoreJoin us as we visit BrickCon.PH 2025, where LEGO fans from across Metro Manila came together for a weekend of awesome displays, heartfelt tributes, treasure hunting, and a spirited sense of community.
Read MoreOn this day in 2008, Max Braun first introduced the micropolis concept to his local LUG. We mark the anniversary of the LEGO micropolis standard by looking at how far this little big idea has gone.
Read MoreHow many life-size LEGO cars exist, who builds them and why? Join BrickNerd as we look at these brick-built automotive marvels from simple recreations to stunning showstoppers.
Read MoreFrom Luffy’s rubber arms to a LEGO minifig keychain gone horribly wrong, we explore the One Piece set’s play features, cursed mods, and the unstoppable rise of Cosmic Noodle Benny.
Read MoreWelcome back to BrickNerd Quick Builds! Today we are building a Mini Iron Man Bust, inspired by the LEGO set 76327 Iron Man MK4 Bust and story about the color teal…
Read MoreFrom long-time fans to first-time viewers, LEGO’s new One Piece sets are inspiring builders in very different ways. We set sail with three contributors to explore how each brought their own experience aboard the pirate saga.
Read MoreWhat happens when you bring LEGO Toothless to meet the real Toothless at Epic Universe? From dragon meet-and-greets to exploring other worlds, this little build had an epic day in Berk.
Read MoreIf the unthinkable happens and your LEGO gets flooded, what comes next? A German AFOL shares his personal experience recovering his collection, how to clean mud off of LEGO, and what storage bins prevented the most water damage.
Read MoreMoving a large LEGO collection can seem like a daunting task, so here are a few tips on how to best pack, store and relocate your MOCs, sets and parts… or a story of how to avoid the situation entirely.
Read MoreFrom Voltron to Mecha Team Leader, we mod LEGO’s latest Fortnite mech into what it could have been, complete with a bit of Nerdtron flair.
Read MoreTen years after becoming an official AFOL Hub Event, Portugal’s Paredes de Coura Fan Weekend continues to unite builders from around the world with MOCs, meals, and memorable moments. Join us as we revisit its origins and look ahead to what the future holds
Read MoreFrom summer fun to the perfect vacation, August 2025 has some great LEGO competitions and challenges for builders of all levels. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe win some awesome LEGO prizes!
Read MoreWhat tools can help improve your LEGO builds? The Builder Improvement Initiative shares their favorite non-LEGO resources—digital and physical—that support every step of the MOC process.
Read MoreNo chaos, no rare exclusives—just great panels, creative builds, and a community gathering point. Here’s what LEGO brought to San Diego Comic-Con 2025.
Read MoreToday on BrickNerd, Ronald Vallenduuk chats with Ralph Savelsberg. From the A-Team to ZZ Top, Ralph has built it all. Check it out!
Read MoreMeet Loke, a Swedish TFOL specializing in morbidly fun character builds. He tells us how he turned to food and household items—and how he comes up with the hilariously grim scenes he puts them in.
Read MoreAugust has arrived which means that 110+ new LEGO sets are now available including Star Wars, One Piece, Transformers, Creator, Technic and more! And if you use BrickNerd’s affiliate link, you are helping support community-focused journalism with every purchase.
Read MoreWant to customize a minifig without fancy printers or toxic fumes? Learn how to use the dark art of reductive design to literally erase the line between official and custom LEGO parts.
LEGO meets tabletop combat in the Brassbound universe. We talk with creator Paul Antoine about designing microscale armies, turning builds into game pieces, and developing games with a growing community.
When a legendary archaeologist minifigure meets the spin cycle, adventure calls! Follow along as we reclaim the lost fedora of Indiana Jones and uncover how to repair a LEGO keychain.
LEGO adventurers need somewhere to unwind between quests. We talk with Sleepy Dragon Inn designer Marin Graux about classic Castle, medieval hospitality, and how his design evolved for the BrickLink Designer Program.
From sketches to superglue, see how this custom LEGO motorcycle earned its street cred. We chat with Jean-Yves about the design, prototyping, and even heat resistance of his LEGO customizations, taking them from prototype to the pavement.
October has arrived with a fresh selection of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With a new LEGO Speederbike Challenge, and a Halloween contest or two, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found!
What makes your eye land on one part of a LEGO build before another? In this month’s Conversation Piece, we explore focal points, visual weight, and how builders can guide a viewer through a composition.
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