In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second full week of October 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS We reviewed the latest DOTS offering, and the gargantuan first LEGO Ideas Review of 2021 revealed which of the record-breaking FIFTY-SEVEN qualifying set candidates would proceed to the product development phase!

• [NEWS] LEGO Ideas First 2021 review are in: three new products are coming — Two finalists out of 57 are approved for development, with one more still under consideration
• [REVIEW] LEGO DOTS 41935: Lots of DOTS – Yep, that’s a lot of DOTS — Chris Doyle can’t get enough LEGO DOTS.

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first full week of October 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This was a big week for reviews, and by that I mean we reviewed one of the biggest LEGO sets ever as we took a look at the new titanic set: the Titanic. But that wasn’t the only big set we reviewed. We also reviewed the latest version of the iconic Batmobile: the Tumbler. I guess Star Wars isn’t the only theme to revisit older sets over and over. But there was more Batman news, with the reveal of a new wave of sets based on the latest chapter in the Batman franchise.

• [NEWS] Upcoming The Batman movie LEGO sets revealed — We covered the reveal of a new wave of Batman sets from the new chapter staring Robert Pattinson, trading in his vampire teeth for bat wings.
• [REVIEWS] LEGO Batman 76240 Batmobile Tumbler — Check out our hands-on review of the newest version of the trench-jumping prototype from Wayne Enterprises.
• [REVIEWS] Hands on with LEGO Creator Expert 10294 Titanic — The newest Adult collectible LEGO set is a marvel of engineering, or at least it is a massive model of one.
• [NEWS] LEGO reveals 9,000-piece 10294 Titanic ship model as second-largest LEGO set ever — LEGO announced the new Titanic set, one on the largest LEGO sets ever.

OTHER NEWS

• The LEGO Group steps up strategic investments while delivering strong first half 2021 performance – [Lego.com] — LEGO revealed some financial highlights from 2021 so far.
• LEGO Star Wars ‘affordable scale’ – [Brickset.com] — Brickset published an article about the new trend in LEGO Star Wars, a more affordable scale of ship that doesn’t skimp on details

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the final week of September 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS Baseplate packaging changes and a Ninjago Seabound review were shared on TBB this week. As new LEGO sets have just been released, stay tuned for more news soon!

• [NEWS] LEGO baseplates to get sustainable packaging, new set numbers in 2022 — The move follows LEGO’s prior sustainability announcements and ongoing efforts
• [REVIEW] LEGO Ninjago 71750 Lloyd’s Hydro Mech — Chris Doyle takes on another Ninjago-Seabound set review.

OTHER NEWS Our news roundup includes other news from around the world, including a do-it-yourself brick sorting system, another massive donation from the LEGO Foundation, and a set designer video!

• DIY LEGO Brick Sorter – I Like to Make Stuff — Check out this homemade brick sorter with nifty features
• LEGO Foundation donates $150 million for Covid-affected communities – LEGO Group Twitter — Another charitable donation from the world’s largest toy company for ongoing pandemic relief efforts
• LEGO Designer video for 10293 Santa’s Visit – LEGO YouTube Channel — So many features in this year’s Winter Village set as shared by Chris McVeigh and Matt Parsons (and check out our full review here!)

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of September 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS With the end of another fantastic and fun-filled season of the hit Fox show LEGO Masters, this week’s news is dominated by interviews with the three teams of finalists, including the newly crowned LEGO Masters.

• [FEATURE] LEGO Masters Finale: We sit down with the winning team of Season Two — We interviewed the winning team – potential SPOILERS ahead
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the second place team — We interviewed the second place team – potential SPOILERS ahead
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the third place team — We interviewed the third place team – potential SPOILERS ahead

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of September 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS We enjoyed another busy week of official LEGO news here at TBB! The Queer Eye set was revealed and reviewed, and a new microscale rendition of the Disney Castle was reviewed. In addition, our busy writing staff reviewed every single Marvel Eternals set, the new Santa Sleigh, and compared two Fiats!

• [NEWS] LEGO reveals 10291 Queer Eye – The Fab 5 Loft — LEGO announced a new set around Netflix’s reality series.
• [REVIEW] Getting a LEGO makeover with Creator Expert 10291 Queer Eye – The Fab 5 Loft — Why Queer Eye? We review the set to come up with an answer.
• [REVIEW] 40478: Mini Disney Castle is a magical miniature — Check out the Ginger Tabbies, Cockatiels, and Hamsters revealed this week!
• [REVIEW ROUNDUP] LEGO Marvel Eternals 76145, 76154, 76155, and 76156 reviewed! — All the Eternals movie sets in one big lump, just how you like ’em.
• [REVIEW] LEGO 40499 Santa’s Sleigh – Santa Claus is coming to town — Want more reindeer? Because this is how you get more reindeer.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Creator Expert 77942 Fiat 500 limited edition comparison: blue is the new yellow — The crowd is thinning as the show nears its finale.
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the ninth team to leave — The crowd is thinning as the show nears its finale.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of September 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This was a big week for news, reveals, teasers, and reviews from many LEGO themes, from guitars to video games to holiday scenes. Big names like Fender, Mario, Disney, and Star Wars, along with LEGO Ideas. So let’s jump in.

• [NEWS] LEGO reveals 10293 Santa’s Visit for the 2021 Winter Village collection — Santa is coming to bring holiday joy to one lucky family.
• [REVIEWS] LEGO Winter Village Collection 10293: Santa’s Visit — We brave the weather and the holiday crowds to break down all the fun details inn our review of this year’s addition to the winter village.
• [NEWS] LEGO Super Mario 71395 64 Question Block listed online — LEGO has now officially listed the new Mario mystery box online with lots of photos to reveal four detailed game zones, including miniature Mario, Princess Peach, and more.
• [NEWS] LEGO reveals Super Mario Block set on their social feeds — Mario fans get ready for a power-up with the new yellow mystery box with a fold-out surprise.
• [NEWS] LEGO Creator Expert 10293 Santa’s Visit revealed online — The winter village collection set for 2021 was revealed to be a visit from St. Nick himself.
• [REVIEWS] LEGO Creator Expert 10290 Pickup Truck — The latest farm-fresh vehicle from the LEGO Creator series is a hard-working vintage-style pick-up truck in dark red.

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of September 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS We enjoyed a hearty week of official LEGO news here at TBB! Another microscale football stadium set was revealed and reviewed, and a new rendition of the fearsome Batmobile Tumbler was announced. In addition, LEGO shared the news of a new pilot program for products in alternative color schemes and sizes. We also chatted with another round of departed contestants from Season 2 of the US LEGO Masters show.

• [NEWS] With 5,500 pieces, 10284 Camp Nou FC Barcelona is newest LEGO Creator Expert football stadium — LEGO announces the second fan-favorite football stadium
• [REVIEW] LEGO Creator Expert 10284 Camp Nou FC Barcelona — You read the announcement, now check out our in-depth review!
• [NEWS] LEGO starts a new pilot in UK testing existing products variants — Fancy a different tint of tyrannosaurus, a new hue of Fiat, or an alternate take on a fire-station?
• [NEWS] New UCS-style LEGO Batman 76240 Batmobile Tumbler from The Dark Knight revealed! — We learned about a new version of the famed Tumbler
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the eighth team to leave — SPOILER ALERT – We talk to another departing team from the hit reality show.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of August 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS The show about nothing spawned a set about everything! The lid was lifted on an easter-egg filled tribute to the 90’s sitcom Seinfeld. We also ran a feature on stickers and why LEGO uses them so often when fans want printed elements. In other TV-related news, we talked with the third eliminated team on LEGO Masters Season 2 in the US. We also saw more Brickheadz Pets hit the internet, and the Minions are back in animated LEGO form.

• [REVIEW] LEGO 71031 Marvel Studios Collectible Minifigures brings Loki, WandaVision, What If? and more — TBB unwraps the latest Collectible Minifigure series featuring Marvel recent and upcoming Marvel characters!
• [REVIEW] LEGO Harry Potter 76391 Hogwarts Icons Collectors’ Edition: best exclusive set for a beginner? — The Sorting Hat says you should buy this set.
• [NEWS] LEGO Marvel Eternals sets revealed — First look at the just-announced LEGO Marvel Eternals sets! Check out all the characters and creatures from the upcoming movie in LEGO form
• [INSTRUCTIONS] Build your own audio cassette! — Kosmas Santosa shows us how to make a mixtape.

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second full week of August 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS After a massive flurry of reviews and news last week things we featured more MOCs than news this week. However, there was still BIONICLE and a new episode of LEGO Masters (US) to enjoy!

• [NEWS] Celebrate Bionicle’s 20th anniversary with a map of Mata Nui island — LEGO designer Nicolas Vás used 31203 World Map to create Mata Nui island
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the fifth team to leave — We chat with the fifth pair eliminated from LEGO Masters Season 2

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of August 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS Wow, what a week for LEGO news and reviews! We covered the unveiling of a special LEGO set celebrating 20 years of the Harry Potter theme. We also got to look at advent calenders for several themes, including the first Marvel calendar and City and Friends. There were reviews from the LEGO Star Wars theme, including the Mandalorian fighter, and the armorers forge from the Disney+ hit series, The Mandalorian. Also, we brought the exciting news that the longest-running LEGO fan convention, BrickCon will be in-person again this October.

• [NEWS] LEGO Harry Potter unveils 76391 Hogwarts Icons Collectors’ Edition set — The new set celebrates Harry Potter with several iconic props from the series, including the golden snitch, potion bottles, life-size spectacles, a Hedgwig, a chocolate frog, and an acceptance letter you can write your own name on. It also includes 3 golden collectible Minifigs.

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the fourth week of July 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This last week we got our first detailed look at the new Star Wars sets from the Clone Wars era, as well as from the new hit series on Disney+, The Mandalorian. We also saw the reveal of the latest Marvel Collectible Minifigs! New BrickHeadz Pets Dalmatians and Ginger tabbies joined the current line-up of buildable pets.

• [NEWS] LEGO clarifies the future of Vidiyo in an official statement — LEGO reveals plans for the future of the video creation app and sets that launched earlier this year.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Star Wars 75310 Duel on Mandalore features Ahsoka vs. Maul — We review one do the newest Star Wars duel sets, adding Darth Maul and Ahsoka to the collection of dueling light and dark side force wielders.
• [NEWS] LEGO Collectible Minifigures Marvel Studios Series revealed — The latest batch of Maevel Collectible Minifigs feature many characters from the growing list of Marvel shows created for Disney+
• [REVIEW] LEGO BrickHeadz Pets 40479 Dalmatian dog and 40480 Ginger Tabby cat — Two more sets of adorable furry friends join the BrickHeadz Pets theme.
• [NEWS] LEGO 40487 Ideas Sailboat Adventure will be available as a Gift with Purchase promotion in August — The LEGO Ideas theme announced a new sailboat set available soon as a gift with purchase.
• [NEWS] LEGO Star Wars unveils 75219 The Armorer’s Mandalorian Forge from Season 1 — Possibly one of the coolest characters from the hit series The Mandalorian (beside the titualr bounty hunter) gets the LEGO treatment, along with her dark and mysterious Mandalorian forge.

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third full week of July 2021.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS The LEGO Iconic lineup saw two new holiday entries this week and we reviewed both 40493 Halloween Owl and 40497 Spider and Haunted House Ornaments. We were on hand to interview the latest departing contestants from LEGO Masters Season 2 (US), reviewed MORE DOTS, and showed you how to build your own teeny tiny Razorcrest.

• [REVIEW] LEGO Iconic 40493 Halloween Owl and 40497 Spider & Haunted House ornaments — An owl and a spider walked into a haunted house and…we decided we liked them!
• [FEATURE] Leaving LEGO Masters S2: We sit down with the fourth team to leave — Brent Waller conceived a Seinfeld set for LEGO Ideas, yadda yadda yadda, now the official set is here.
• [REVIEW] LEGO DOTS 41932 Extra DOTS – Series 5: A glowing new assortment — Can you believe we’re up to Series 5 of Dots? How does the latest wave fare?!
• [INSTRUCTIONS] LEGO microscale Razor Crest from Star Wars: The Mandalorian — Our very own Daniel Fortine shared a set of instructions for a microscale fan favorite.



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