Let me introduce you to Thomas S. Tank, or maybe Sherman T. Tanker (Apologies to MASH). Either way, Caleb Flutur has produced a mash-up I never knew I needed! Caleb has crossed Thomas the Tank Engine with the US Sherman Tank from WWII. Excellent shaping and color blocking really sell the combination. When I first saw it, I couldn’t believe I hadn’t run across a tank/Thomas and Friends paring before! I could go on about the philosophical musings about this mash-up and the world of Thomas the Tank Engine in general, but Caleb had a lot to say that I’m pretty sure you will find much more interesting! Michael: Hey Caleb, we featured your Pick-A-Brick cup blender in our LEGO Dark Arts: Incorporating LEGO Packaging Into Your MOCs, Part 2 round-up earlier this year but, this is the first spotlight we've done on you. Would you mind sharing a little bit about yourself? Caleb: My...

I love Gundam. Just like LEGO, these Japanese giant robots have a hardcore fanbase. It has a rich history of animated series and movies, mangas and of course the most important one, Gunpla (the plastic toys showcasing all the amazing robot creations). I love building those mobile suits myself—it’s relaxing and a very satisfying process, just like building LEGO sets. So obviously, combining Gundam and LEGO can result in fantastic MOCs, just like the Barbatos made by Ransom Fern. The Barbatos, from the Iron Blooded Orphans series, stands out among the classic Gundams because it is sleeker and has an animalistic vibe to it with its claws and angular features. It has those classic colors too—white, red, blue and yellow. Despite standing out, the series and the Gundam itself are quite popular. So I get that Ransom Fern liked the idea of creating a LEGO version. And he has done a...

With the most release of the latest LEGO Ideas set, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (21360), we can now update our list of projects that are currently under development. Since our last update, we have taken six projects off the list and added a few on with the winner announcements since late June. The next LEGO Ideas set to hit shelves will be Gizmo (21361) which you can pre-order today. We’re also waiting for LEGO to announce the winner(s) of the First 2025 Review Stage which should be some time this month. The Goonies (1985) by Delusionn Brick Approved August 14, 2024 from If We Can Turn Back Time building contest. Love Birds by ModularManiac Approved February 10, 2025 from Build from the Heart building contest. Floating Sea Otter by HisBrickMaterials Approved March 21, 2025 from Second 2024 Review Stage. Snoopy – Campfire by bossofdos64 Approved March 21, 2025 from...

iMac G3 by terauma is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 700 piece build features the iMac G3 that was first released in 1998 and was in production until 2003. I remember using these things in my high school days. The build also includes the keyboard and USB mouse. The post LEGO Ideas iMac G3 Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

The pre-orders for the BrickLink Designer Program Series 6 sets go live in just a few weeks and they have finalized the box art for each of the sets. The piece counts have also been updated but the pricing for each set remains the same as before. Crowdfunding will start on October 6 at 8am PT and production and shipping will be around March 2026. Gold Mine Expedition – Brickproject – 3,382pieces/$299.99 Off-road Adventure – KingCreations – 978 pieces/$79.99 Outlaw Forest Den – BrickHammer – 2,618 pieces/$229.99 Sequoia Tree Trail – Piece_On_Earth – 3,187 pieces/$269.99 The Art Factory – brickester – 2,566 pieces/$229.99 The post BrickLink Designer Program Series 6 Box Art Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

I’ve been waiting 60 years (literally!) for the LEGO Group to produce this set! 21360 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is available now, and I got the chance to take a look at it on behalf of BrickNerd. The book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory holds a special place in my heart. I still remember my first-grade teacher, Miss Gorman, reading the book to the class. She would read one chapter a day—if we were well-behaved. While I had grown up with many illustrated books, this was the first time I remember a book painting such vivid pictures using only words. via lego ideas This new set is based on the LEGO Ideas submission by two Italian AFOLs, Roberto Ceruti (BRICKUP) and Jody Padulano (JodyPad). Rather than a simple clinical type set review, we decided to look at design aspects of the set compared to the Ideas submission, the movies,...

The LEGO Insiders Reward Center has started a new sweepstakes for the LEGO Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket where you can win a copy of the LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (21360) as well as a $1000 golden e-gift card. The sweepstakes is totally free and every Insiders member has one entry and there will be five lucky winners. The sweepstakes will end on October 15. Eligible countries: Canada (excluding Quebec), Denmark, Estonia, France (excluding French Overseas Departments or Territories, and the Principality of Monaco), Germany (excluding Heligoland), Norway, Switzerland, Slovakia, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States. The post LEGO Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket Free Sweepstakes appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Backstreet Boys: I Want It That Way by H1GHDEF1N1T1ON is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The build is based on the iconic music video of the 1999 hit song I Want It That Way where Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell, Kevin Richardson, and Howie Dorough are all in their white outfits in front of the Boeing 727. The post LEGO Ideas Backstreet Boys: I Want It That Way Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Previously, Simon Liu wrote a fantastic article about photography with tips and tricks on how to take better shots of your LEGO creations. As a non-professional photographer myself, I was intrigued to learn new ways of fine-tuning my photos, so I started to read and got to the first lesson – Know Your Camera. Here's the thing – I don't own a dedicated camera, because I never actually needed one. What I do have is my phone, which is a Samsung model from 2016 (if not 2015). My camera, but check that wallpaper! I’ve had it since I bought the phone! :D These are my photo tips from a non-professional photographer not owning a dedicated camera. I would strongly suggest if you do have a camera, to read Simon's article first, I did it and learned new words like ISO, shutter speed and aperture! I'm still not sure what these words...

The new LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (21360) is now available for purchase on the LEGO Shop. Retailing for $219.99, the 2,025 piece set is based on the original 1971 movie starring Gene Wilder. The main feature is the chocolate waterfall that can move when you turn the dial on the back. It also has the Wonkatania boat that can carry the minifigures which include Willy Wonka, two Oompa Loompa, Charlie Bucket, Grandpa Joe, Augustus Gloop, Violet Beauregarde, Veruca Salt, and Mike Teavee. As of right now, the LEGO SEGA Genesis Controller (40769) is still available so you can get it as a GWP when you get it. The promo will run until September 17, while supplies last. As a Rakuten/Linkshare Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The post LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (21360) Now Available appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal...