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May 20, 2026

LEGO Brick Separators Are Taking Over the World!

May 20, 2026/ John Cooper
LEGO Brick Separators Are Taking Over the World!

LEGO brick separators are everywhere! (Except when you really need one.) Cluttering your build table and falling on the floor, waiting to be stepped upon!

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May 20, 2026/ John Cooper/ 4 Comments
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Brick Separator, Separator, LEGO, parts, Elements
February 05, 2026

The Conversation Piece #13: What Makes a New LEGO Part Useful?

February 05, 2026/ Dave Schefcik
The Conversation Piece #13: What Makes a New LEGO Part Useful?

Not every new LEGO part is created equal. Some exist to look good, others to solve problems—and the most useful ones do both. We explore how form and function shape the way builders evaluate new elements.

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February 05, 2026/ Dave Schefcik/ 1 Comment
Deep Dive, Guest Article
Conversation Piece, BII, Molds, Elements, Speed Champions, NPU
January 09, 2026

The Conversation Piece #12: Molds That Break The Mold

January 09, 2026/ Dave Schefcik
The Conversation Piece #12: Molds That Break The Mold

LEGO has been introducing new molds at an unprecedented pace, reshaping how sets look and how builders build. Are these parts modernizing the LEGO system and fixing long-standing gaps, or are they unintentionally pushing it past its limits?

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January 09, 2026/ Dave Schefcik/ Comment
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Conversation Piece, BII, Molds, Elements, Speed Champions, Slopes
September 21, 2024

What is This!? Hard to Identify LEGO Parts

September 21, 2024/ Sue Ann Barber
What is This!? Hard to Identify LEGO Parts

Identifying individual LEGO parts from bulk second-hand purchases can be challenging, so what are the most common elements that people want to know, “What is this!?”

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September 21, 2024/ Sue Ann Barber/ 16 Comments
Deep Dive, Tips and Tricks
Sorting, BrickLink, Rebrickable, Elements
June 21, 2017

Kuohu

June 21, 2017/ Tommy

Builder Pate-keetongu is back with the second in his series of goddesses based on the elements. This time it's Kuohu, goddess of streams, waves, oceanic trenches and dew, and she's a beauty. Like his series based on the seasons, each figure is totally unique, and styled in a way that reflects her realm. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest.

Kuohu
June 21, 2017/ Tommy/ Comment
MOC Spotlight
Elements, Figures, Characters, LEGO

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