Any update to Michael Jasper‘s Brickshelf gallery is a must-see. His latest batch of tiny, ingenious creations include a diversity of wonderful families with prams and strollers.
Check out the toddler in this picture:
Category Archives: Building Techniques
Impressive new SNOT technique by ImpreSariO
ImpreSariO recently posted this nice vignette featuring a monkey playing pranks on a bunch of golfers:
But what’s really unique about this vignette is the golf cart, which has a particularly ingenious SNOT (Studs Not on Top) building technique that connects the front wheels to the hood:
As Klocki points out, those are flex-tubes (which even hardcore purists must admit are okay to cut) inserted into the studs. Brilliant!
Custom desert camo Tumbler by Brent Waller
It’s not often we feature LEGO that’s been painted to achieve the builder’s intended effect. But occasionally, like Jamie’s Dardenbahst, a customized creation rises above the rest and gets my grudging vote of approval. ;-)
Check out Brent Waller‘s rendition of the Batmobile “Tumbler” from Batman Begins:
Because LEGO doesn’t make the pieces he needed in tan, Brent built the Tumbler in white and light gray, and then painted the pieces tan with vinyl dye. He then layered the camouflage on top of the tan paint. The end result of this labor-intensive process is the spot-on Tumbler you see above.
If the customized version isn’t your thing, here’s Brent’s black version:
The siege of Tirachinas
SlyOwl‘s great Battles Contest entry includes some really cool building techniques:
Reader Andrew pointed out the flowers as blood, but that’s not the only cool detail. The cannonball embedded in the wall, the splashing fire, and the different textures of the wall are all great, but I’m sure there’s more all of you out there can point out.
Rally Fiat Abarth 131 by Steven Marshall
From the custom decals to the subtle, brick-built details (like the Italian flag!), what’s not to love about Steven Marshall‘s rally car? Answer: Nothing — it’s just beautiful from bumper to bumper.
Minimalism
You have to love it when builders go against the flow. This builder definitely nailed it with this minimalistic creation.
Not only is it very simple, but the use of matching colors just blew me away.
Update (April 2): April Fools!
It’s worthy of Lloyd Frank Wright.
This outstanding piece of architecture belongs in a museum! The use of color and total disregard for conventional walls really gives this piece that extra special flair. I love it! 5/5!
Update (April 2): April Fools!
Take a cruise...see the world.
We didn’t cover LEGO’s cruise ship contest all that well and we apologize for that. But better late than never, we always say! This is one entry that definitely got overlooked:
There is so much detail in this creation but that yellow mast really stands out for me.
Update (April 2): April Fools!
LA Links
Contrary to popular (or at least my) belief it would appear that greater LA does have a public transport system. Peter Norman (Swoofty) has recreated a Metrolink locomotive in his usual highly detailed style. The old-school ‘pony ear’ technique of tiles between studs makes for a really effective window and the snazzy use of textures on the door is just delightful.
MkII Rover
Peter Reid‘s latest creation in his Classic Space lineup is the MkII Rover. What makes this model stand out are the innovative ribbed barrels, a new technique which is likely to proliferate through the community in the future.
What minifigs do while you’re away from your desk
Are you one of those people who almost believes their minifigs are alive? Ever wonder what they get up to when you go to work, take the dogs for a walk, or go to sleep?
Tim Goddard has the answer:
Be sure to check out the full photoset on Flickr for some great desktop items recreated with LEGO bricks. Here’s an overall shot, just to prove how much Tim’s LEGO looks like the real thing:
Rocko throws the baby out with the bath water
Rocko borrows an ingenious idea from FBTB member 11numb to create a funny little vignette. The pouring water is also great, but the combination of these two interesting techniques blends into the background thanks to the hilarious subject matter.