Space babies have been exploring the stars long before the official LEGO figure came along. Today we look at Baby Scale and the builders who pioneered the style from Baby Castle to Baby Space and beyond, starting with the new LEGO Insiders Retro Space Explorer.
Read MoreDo you need a huge collection of LEGO parts to build an entire fleet? Not according to Brad Barber, who shows us that less is more as he creates an alternate build armada from a single Star Wars set.
Read MoreContinuing our series on semi-official “bootleg” LEGO sets designed locally at LEGOLAND parks, we take a look at the Ambassador Pass models from LEGOLAND California that took the designs (and rare parts) to new heights.
Read MoreTake a look at the semi-official “bootleg” LEGO sets designed locally at various LEGOLAND parks and learn how one of them forever changed how LEGO produces models.
Read MoreJoin us as we chat with LEGO artist Azurekingfisher about intricate polyhedrons, patterns, and their creative process where shapes become sculpture, color creates meaning, and LEGO leaves transform into three-dimensional creatures.
Read MoreWhat does it take to build a fleet of planes worthy of a museum? Step inside the multi-month project that brought five iconic American Airlines aircraft to life.
Read MoreHow did Norway become the first country to produce LEGO outside of Denmark, how did a Norwegian save the company, and what happened to cause LEGO to end the relationship? Today we explore the untold early history of LEGO in Norway.
Read MoreWhat if your favorite classic LEGO characters got a CMF makeover? Inspired by reader suggestions, here are 12 more nostalgic candidates ready for their big minifigure comeback.
Read MoreWhat could you do with an enormous LEGO fish tank? Guest writer Liz Puleo dives into the depths of the Tropical Aquarium to mod up a storm from tanks to turtles to total chaos.
Read MoreImagine living with a genetic disorder that could eventually take away your eyesight. What would you choose to build in that limited time? This is the story of Caleb Adams, his passion for LEGO, and his ever-positive attitude facing these challenges, now updated with a special set review.
Read MoreHow do you become a better LEGO builder? Brickworld Master Casey McCoy shares some of the things he has learned along the way, from surrounding yourself with inspiration to “stealing” the techniques you love.
Read MoreThe LEGO Nintendo Game Boy set is already a great build, but what if you could swap out what’s on its screen? Dan Ko shows how to design custom cartridges with tiny LEGO dioramas inspired by your favorite games.
Read MoreFall is slowly transitioning to winter: November 2025 is here and offers great LEGO competitions and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe win some awesome LEGO prizes!
Read MoreWe’ve discussed the best ways of packing LEGO MOCs for air travel, but what actually happens to your luggage before, during and after the flight? Knowing your bag’s journey can help you pack with purpose to protect your plastic pieces!
Read MoreHow do you make a LEGO character feel alive instead of like a static mannequin? The Builder Improvement Initiative explores posing, scene-setting, and interactions to help your characters communicate emotion, story, and personality.
Read MoreThink you’ve got what it takes to be a BrickNerd? We’re looking for passionate LEGO fans to help us tell stories, share creativity, and celebrate the people who make this hobby amazing.
Read MoreWhere do you start if you want to build a LEGO mosaic? This guide from The LEGO Builder’s Handbook will show you how to build them from beginning to end, including the kinds of images that work best, what software is available to help out. and all the other options to master your mosaic.
Read MoreNovember means BrickNerd is celebrating Nerdvember—a month where we are EXCEPTIONALLY nerdy and host a contest to reimagine our mascot Nerdly. This year is vacation-themed, and we have awesome prizes to award in both MOC and photography categories.
Read MoreThere’s nothing spooky about it! October brought a mountain of delicious articles and sweet videos from all across the LEGO community. These are some of the best LEGO features of the month for your trick-or-treating delight.
Read MoreWelcome back to BrickNerd Quick Builds! Next in our LEGO instructions series for Halloween is this adorable kid in a ghost costume going door to door for candy! Who is under there, we simply don’t know, but hey, it’s Halloween so we all can trick or treat.
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