Category Archives: LEGO

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A bad day fishing still beats a good day working

LEGO builder Mike Sinclair tells us that at least a couple of men in his family enjoy fishing. As a result, be built this neat little diorama called Grandpa’s Favorite Spot. But where’s grandpa? I see his fishing rod, his favorite chair that, if taken apart, could look right at home at a ski resort. I also see a beverage can as well as a glass bottle in the drink with a message inside. All of his favorite elements are here but grandpa is off galavanting somewhere else. I get the hunch that with grandpa his enjoyment for fishing isn’t always in the fish he can catch but rather the feeling of just being in a favorite place. I can relate; I love being in certain spaces even if I don’t achieve my stated purpose for getting there. It’s probably for the best, anyway. From the looks of it, the fish aren’t even biting.

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Versteinert’s LEGO Campervan is packed with cozy comfort and clever LEGO tricks

Every new classic car design from Genman builder Versteinert is a masterclass in NPU (“Nice Parts Usage”), and this 7-stud wide Ford Transit Mk1 Campervan is no exception. Fitting for a vehicle ready for a summer beach picnic, hot dogs, forks, and a sizzling grille feature prominently in the build, but not where you might think. Using rollerskates for door handles is a tried-and-true technique, but I’ve never seen them used like Versteinert does on the grille, where stacks of skates wrapped in a rubber band fit so perfectly you won’t believe it’s not a pre-molded part.

This vacation wagon follows two utilitarian versions of the Transit Mk1 that Versteinert built last year, this repair service truck and a firetruck version.

I’m here, so just grin and bear it

Part of the thrill of living in nature and off-the-grid is sometimes that aforementioned nature just might show up at your front door. Case in point, Jérôme Barchietto presents a charming LEGO build of a cozy cabin, a seasoned old occupant, and his faithful husky. With great build techniques and stunning photography, this piece would be good enough to warrant a feature here at The Brothers Brick. I mean, just look at the ramshackle way the boards of the roof are constructed! The tiny add-on for the pup, snow on the roof and the log textures really makes it all come to life. But follow their gaze and you’ll see they are fixed upon the bear at their front step. He’s likely saying, “pardon the intrusion good sirs, but may I borrow a spot of honey?” In this situation, it’s best (and neighborly) to do what the bear asks.

This LEGO castle’s a keep(er)

No stranger to The Brothers Brick, prolific Australian LEGO builder Ben Cossy seems to dabble in just about every building theme, turning out a string of quality creations both large and small. Of his latest, Ben says it “might actually be my favorite castle creation that I have made.” Understandably so! A closer look at his striking and retro-inspired Black Falcon’s Keep reveals why.

See more of Ben’s great castle below!

How to make a cozy breakfast nook in LEGO [Building Techniques]

Modern LEGO houses are a great opportunity to decorate with furniture made with unexpected parts to get that sleek and simple style. Sarah Beyer is a connoisseur of creating delightful modern furniture and decor, like this cozy sitting area with a white vase made from a Technic pin, the stools topped with round inverted tiles, and the lamp made by facing two gear elements together with an offset.

Capes and surf boards make a stunning arrangement [Building Techniques]

With Valentine’s Day coming up, have you considered building a LEGO floral arrangement for your sweetie? The official Botanicals collection makes it easy. However, Khang Huynh takes it a step further with some stunning build techniques. At quick glance, this may appear to be “just” a well-appointed, well-photographed floral arrangement; so realistic you can hardly tell it’s LEGO. But upon close inspection, the flowers are comprised of red capes while repetitive use of green surfboards make up the leaves. Put it all together in a classy vase (including what seems to be a light brick, no less) and you have something quite lovely indeed.

A Supra-duper LEGO creation

While I may not be a huge fan of sports cars, I definitely know a quality LEGO model when I see one. So when I spied this glorious Toyota Supra by Mihail Rakovskiy, I knew I needed to share it! Clad in yellow, it’s an excellent representation of the fourth generation of this automotive marvel, the A80.

Take this Toyota out for a test drive below.

TBB Weekly Brick Report: LEGO news roundup for February 8, 2025 [News]

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders worldwide, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of February 2025.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This week brings us reviews from the LEGO Architecture, Art, and Ideas themes and a new set announcement for Ninjago. Plus, we are on the lookout for talented writers from around the world to join our international team of LEGO enthusiasts.

[REVIEW] LEGO Ideas 21355 The Evolution of STEM – Quirky, yet charming — An interesting tribute to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
[REVIEW] LEGO 10362 French Café – a slice of Paris — Jake takes a look at a tasty slice of Paris.
[REVIEW] LEGO Art 31215 Vincent Van Gogh Sunflowers – And it was all yellow — Jake unpacked the latest Art set, stopping to smell the sunflowers along the way.
[REVIEW] LEGO Architecture 21062 Trevi Fountain: No half (stud) measures — Theo returned to Rome to see how the remake stacks up to the original.
[NEWS] Ninjago City rises again with newest towering modular: 71837 Ninjago City Workshops — The latest Ninjago City modular has major Pacific Rim vibes.
[NEWS] New LEGO sets for February 2025 now available for purchase — Check out all the new LEGO setws now available.
[NEWS] The Brothers Brick is looking for new Contributors to join our team — Join our team of dedicated volunteers at The Brothers Brick.
[NEWS] Mattel celebrates International LEGO day by announcing LEGO competitor Brick Shop — Will this new business venture from Mattel hit or miss?

LEGO Ideas 21355 The Evolution of STEM – Quirky, yet charming [Review]

Back in late 2023 LEGO hosted an Ideas contest where builders were tasked with submitting tributes to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). The winning model is an encyclopedia exploding with mini-build homages to important elements of STEM history. LEGO Ideas 21355 The Evolution of STEM contains 879 pieces, including 3 minifigures, and will release on March first, retailing for US $79.99 | CAN $99.99 | UK £69.99. Join us as we dive into the pages of this book to see what treasures they hold!

The LEGO Group sent The Brothers Brick an early copy of this set for review. Providing TBB with products for review guarantees neither coverage nor positive reviews.

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LEGO 10362 French Café – a slice of Paris [Review]

LEGO’s focus on deep building experiences for adults really took off with the debut of the Modular line in 2007 and Architecture one year later. With LEGO Icons 10362 French Café, the first set in a new Restaurants of the World subtheme, LEGO seems to be splitting the difference between intricate diorama detail and shelf-ready display piece. For whom does this slice of the Belle Epoche toll? Does it toll for thee? Available now for pre-order, and shipping on March 1st, LEGO Icons 10362 French Café retails for $79.99 | CAN $99.99 | UK £69.99 on the LEGO website. You may also be able to find it through third party vendors on Amazon or eBay.

The LEGO Group sent The Brothers Brick an early copy of this set for review. Providing TBB with products for review guarantees neither coverage nor positive reviews.

Peel back the rest of the review below!

This Week in LEGO Bricks: Brickscalibur crowns a Dragonslayer and FebRovery kicks into gear [Feature]

February is here, which means it’s time for a month of retro space rovers as FebRovery rolls out on planet AFOL. Meanwhile, in the Castle community, Bas van Houwelingen takes the Dragonslayer crown in the Brickscalibur competition. Our friend ABrickDreamer covers these events and other must-see builds, videos, and articles from the LEGO world in the best 15 minutes you’ll spend all week!

Taking down the big baddie, brick by brick

What makes for a great RPG boss fight? There’s the boss, preferably huge. You’ll need a party of heroes, their skills honed on the bones of lesser foes. And of course an epic arena with room to maneuver and priceless artifacts to smash. Dan O’Conner doesn’t disappoint with this Boss Fight Arena in LEGO, a scene packed with masterful technique. First, let’s take a moment to appreciate the SNOT mosaics built from hundreds of cheese slopes and other angular elements. The glowing trans blue pentagram under the caster is amazing! Speaking of caster, the brick-built battle effects are quite effective, from the magic shields to the slice of air from the Gith warrior in the background. The heroes seem to have this battle under control. Of course, a truly memorable boss battle will go through at least three phases, so the worst is likely yet to come.