Journey into a realm of fantasy with a builder who combines his passion for architecture with the art of castle building. From inspiration to instructions, we’ll discover the process of designing, detailing, and documenting each of his custom LEGO castles.
Read MoreWhat happens when Broadway’s biggest show gets made from LEGO bricks? We traveled to NYC to build the new sets with the cast of Wicked, hear their tales from Oz, and share in their love for the stage and LEGO.
Read MoreWhat does it take to build an 8.5-foot-wide, fully motorized, minifig-scale ISS? Douglas Hughes walks us through the sketches, setbacks, problem-solving, and pure determination that turned a spark of an idea into an award-winning LEGO space station.
Read MoreJust in time for NoVVember, here are some LEGO instructions for building a mini Vic Viper spaceship.
Read MoreSpace 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 MoreToday we are joined by Katie Walker who shares the concept of a “Flash MOC” and the evolution of one of her stunning backlit LEGO cheese slope mosaics.
Today we are joined by Katie Walker who shares the steps of creating a LEGO cheese slope mosaic that almost looks like a stained glass window.
What is a LEGO cheese slope and how can you tessellate them to make patterns that dazzle and amaze? This tutorial will teach you everything you need to know about cheese slope mosaics.
Can LEGO Botanical sets be used as “tree battle packs”? Yes! Here’s how to transform 10373 Mini Bonsai Trees into minifig-scale trees for all your MOC needs.
August is here 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 Frogust, Paradisa, and even some stop-motion in the mix, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!
Sometimes the best LEGO projects solve problems nobody actually has. Follow the design of the Kong-o-Matic 2000, a motorized machine that plays LEGO Donkey Kong so you don’t have to!
Now you can build your own iconic upscaled LEGO tree! Instructions are available right here on BrickNerd and in BrickJournal’s most recent issue.
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