May is here with a fresh lineup of LEGO contests and challenges. Don’t miss your chance to build a MOC and maybe even win some awesome LEGO prizes. With LEGO Ideas, Star Wars, and all things adorable, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!
Read MoreIt’s LEGO convention season again which means con crud is on the rise! From germs to post-con blues, this guide explores how to avoid—and recover from—the dreaded con crud.
Read MoreA new kind of LEGO play is here, but who is it really for? With Star Wars Day in full swing, we put the Smart Brick to the test with both a lifelong fan and its true target audience to see how it holds up in a galaxy far, far away.
Read MoreJoin us as we explore the history of LEGO gears, the different types, how they work together (or don’t), and why they have so many teeth!
Read MoreCreate your own dream studio packed with details any LEGO builder would love! Instructions are available right here on BrickNerd and in BrickJournal’s most recent issue.
Read MoreLong mistaken for a clone, LEGO Minitalia is actually a rare and fascinating chapter in LEGO history. Discover how this region-exclusive brick from Italy (and its cousin OLO from Japan) helped shape the LEGO brick we know today.
Read MoreTired of losing track of that one perfect spaceship reference you wanted to build? Join us as we explore how Pinterest can become your personal inspiration library—and your secret weapon for better MOCs.
Read MoreLEGO themes aren’t static. They are sculpted over time by fans, designers, and a few corporate curveballs. From Art to Ideas, we explore how LEGO themes outgrow their origins and reshape their purpose, all while trying to stay true to their core.
Read MoreThink LEGO tires are just for cars? These clever builders reinvent the wheel—literally—with some wheely wild NPU. Tread carefully because these round parts are rolling into some unexpectedly brilliant builds.
Read MoreWhose LEGO piece is this!? Brian Hickey explores the dynamics of adults and kids sharing a LEGO collection.
Read MoreThe clock is ticking with just two weeks remaining to enter The AdoraBuild! There’s still time to turn your sweetest ideas into reality and create a LEGO build that makes people smile the moment they see it.
Read MoreHappy Friday! Though today we are celebrating more than just the end of the week in the LEGO world. Join Thomas (aka The Brick Dwarf) as we celebrate Black Falcons Friday.
Read MoreAnother settlement needs your help—and these Fallout MOCs are worth the detour. Look closer and you’ll find creatures, landmarks, and hidden stories scattered across the wasteland.
Read MoreWhat happens when 13 LEGO train builders connect their worlds into one seamless layout? We go behind the scenes of the LLMTC’s massive display at LEGO World in the Netherlands.
Read MoreThe best LEGO photos don’t always go according to plan. In fact, the most interesting results often come from unexpected moments. Here’s how to spot those happy accidents and turn them into creative opportunities.
Read MoreWhat is the best way to clean and restore your LEGO 9V train motors? We take a deep dive into how to maintain and refurbish your precious bogies to keep your trains running for as long as possible.
Read MoreIsaiah Durand sets sail, from ship builder to museum exhibitor, telling the story of how he built and donated a gigantic LEGO ship to Creations for Charity.
Read MoreSeemingly mundane, the ISO shipping container is one of the most important logistical tools in the world, and we have instructions for you to build a LEGO one of your own!
Read MoreLong before the LEGO CMF series was launched, there existed another product line offering battle packs, army-building kits, and single minifigures with cardboard backings. This is the story of the original LEGO “Collectible Mini-Figures”.
Read MoreFew aircraft have had the impact of the DC-3, and now it’s landed as a LEGO Icons set. We explore the model, its history, and how it holds up when placed beside the real plane.
Read MoreLEGO Castle has featured quite a few factions like the Wolfpack and Fright Knights. But what would kids name them after only seeing their shields? Make way for the Mean Rocktopusses!
Brian Hickey is back with another installment of LEGO According To Kids. This time he asks his to young children about their thoughts on LEGO color names. Read on to find the interesting and comical results!
AFOLs have a language all their own, giving LEGO parts a variety of interesting nicknames and acronyms. But what do kids think of these part names? Well, we asked and they did not hold back…
What do all the symbols used in LEGO instructions actually mean? But what do kids think they represent? Pull up a blanket… err sticker sheet… and find out.
Change was in the air for Bio-Cup 2026 Round 2 as builders tackled the theme of Metamorphosis. From fatherhood and molting to decay and rebirth, these are some of the transformations that caught our eye as the competition moves toward its final rounds.
September 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 SHIPtember, the Brick Train Awards, and the return of the BrickLink Designer Program, there’s plenty of inspiration to start building!
Why is this small, shiny LEGO chrome cup so expensive? And why is it so beloved (and hoarded) by builders of GBC modules? Today, we explore the legend of the chrome cup.
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