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January 15, 2026

In Your DreamZzz: Going Jurassic With a Proper Dino Jet

January 15, 2026/ Caleb Huet
In Your DreamZzz: Going Jurassic With a Proper Dino Jet

“Dino Jet” is a great name for a LEGO DreamZzz set but it doesn’t quite look like what you probably expected. This alt build explores what happens when a builder takes that name seriously.

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January 15, 2026/ Caleb Huet/ Comment
Guest Article, Review, Customizing
DreamZzz, Alt Build, Remix, Dreamzzz, Dinosaur, Dinosaurs
January 13, 2026

In Your DreamZzz: Running Wild with DreamZzz Creatures

January 13, 2026/ Caleb Huet
In Your DreamZzz: Running Wild with DreamZzz Creatures

We handed the latest LEGO DreamZzz sets to a group of builders and let their creativity run wild. From fantastic plants to a trippy train, the results feel right at home within the theme’s anything-goes philosophy.

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January 13, 2026/ Caleb Huet/ Comment
Customizing, Review
DreamZzz, Alt Build, Remix, Tiger Shark
January 09, 2025

In Your DreamZzz: Building a Set You’ve Never Seen

January 09, 2025/ Geneva D
In Your DreamZzz: Building a Set You’ve Never Seen

Can you build a LEGO set just from the parts without ever seeing what the official set should be? Join us as we attempt an “all pieces, no pictures” experiment with the wild and whimsical DreamZzz sets.

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January 09, 2025/ Geneva D/ Comment
Review, Customizing
DreamZzz, Review, Blind Build, Bunnies, Brains
January 24, 2024

Choose Your Own Adventure: French DreamZzz

January 24, 2024/ Samuel Pister
Choose Your Own Adventure: French DreamZzz

LEGO DreamZzz sets give people a choice between two final models, but what would happen if we gave the sets to three French builders and let them choose their own adventures?

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January 24, 2024/ Samuel Pister/ Comment
Review, Customizing
Alt Build, Alternate Model, lokiloki, antha, pistash, Fabergé Eggs, nike air jordan, DreamZzz

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Metamorphosis: Highlights From Bio-Cup 2026 Round 2
Metamorphosis: Highlights From Bio-Cup 2026 Round 2

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.

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LEGO Contest Round-Up for September 2026
LEGO Contest Round-Up for September 2026

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!

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The Legend of the Chrome Cup
The Legend of the Chrome Cup

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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LEGO Waterfall Techniques: Don't Go Chasing Them, We've Done That For You!
LEGO Waterfall Techniques: Don't Go Chasing Them, We've Done That For You!

LEGO waterfalls are magical because they are both a memorizing moment frozen in time and also incredibly varied in how to build them. Here are some LEGO waterfall techniques from around the AFOL community, but be warned, you might get wet!

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The Anatomy of LEGO Boxes
The Anatomy of LEGO Boxes

Ever wonder what goes into the design of LEGO set packaging? BrickNerd has you covered as we dive into the rules, standards and design sensibilities that go into creating an appealing product for store shelves.

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An Enterprising AFOL: The LEGO Star Trek Set I Wanted as a Kid
An Enterprising AFOL: The LEGO Star Trek Set I Wanted as a Kid

What happens when a lifelong Trekkie, AFOL and professional toy designer finally gets an official LEGO Star Trek playset? Samuel Hatmaker explores the new Enterprise bridge and shows why playing Star Trek matters as much as displaying it.

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Coping and Catharsis: Autistic AFOLs In Their Own Words
Coping and Catharsis: Autistic AFOLs In Their Own Words

We spoke with several Autistic AFOLs who shared their experiences with LEGO regarding coping, community, collecting and catharsis. And we found that Autism can be both a challenge and a superpower when it comes to LEGO.

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Shock and Alt-Build: Leveling Up LEGO Pikachu
Shock and Alt-Build: Leveling Up LEGO Pikachu

What do you do when a LEGO Pokémon set doesn’t quite hit the mark? Take it apart and create an alternate build using only the pieces from the original set! But how do you level up a character as recognizable as Pikachu?

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