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C’est ne pas un LEGO

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Steve

The LEGO store gave this out to us VIPs as a gift after spending a certain amount, I can’t remember how much. This set which creates a model of the core 2 x 4 brick (it doesn’t work like one … Continue reading →

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My contribution to this year’s Teddy Bear toss

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Steve

One upside to having all those Pinballz points is that I often have enough to score a toy for the Stars’ charity thingy. Last year it was Rick & Morty, this time I figured a kid would love to have … Continue reading →

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LEGO® devours Brick Link

Posted on November 27, 2019 by Steve

I don’t think this is going to be a merger of equals and I remain skeptical about how it will work out. Brick Link has been the place for LEGO Master Builders and casual builders (like me) to get pieces or … Continue reading →

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Surfing! Surfing!! SURFING!!!

Posted on November 2, 2019 by Steve

A really funny and cool customized minifig I scored from the UK. I had to get it because Benny was one of the best supporting characters in the LEGO movies. Despite how amusing he can be via Charlie Day, I … Continue reading →

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Halloween 2019: the LEGO® avatars and guests!

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Steve

I went with Where’s My Pants‽ Guy. Co-Worker/Friend Holly is Elvira. This year’s guests are a couple bootlegs I scored this Summer: Spider-Ham and The Mask. Then there’s a possessed waitress from LEGO’s new The Hidden Side sets and Captain Phasma … Continue reading →

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My avatar met avatar Gritty! Hockey season is in full swing!

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Steve

Thank you Citizen Brick, a customized LEGO minifigure and accessory site based in Chicago for creating the Gritty toy!

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Funny, Chinese knockoff LEGO® Star Wars® set and gift

Posted on October 3, 2019 by Steve

A friend at work who knew how much I love LEGOs scored this hilarious Chinese knockoff as a prize to give me. As the picture above shows, I don’t think the pirates behind it were even trying! I’m guessing they’re … Continue reading →

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How I feel on most mornings…

Posted on September 28, 2019 by Steve

The new Hidden Side LEGO sets were released and they’re pretty exciting since these are the first to implement the new augmented reality technology! Apple is even selling half of them should you go into a store or browse online. I … Continue reading →

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According the LEGO Store, that’s me

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Steve

Now, when you go to a physical LEGO Store there is a special kiosk in which you place down your palm and it will tell you which minifigure you are. I was really hoping for Benny, Lucy or the Pizza … Continue reading →

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LEGO Bill Lumbergh of Office Space

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Steve

So it’s not “to the letter” accurate because the torso isn’t a two-tone shirt but the suspenders, coffee cup and glasses are the key to making Lumbergh. Normally LEGO doesn’t make such a torso, I scored it from a minifig … Continue reading →

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Brick Fiesta Austin 2019! Part Two

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Steve

Return of the Xenomorph Attack!

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Brick Fiesta Austin 2019! Part One

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Steve

It was Austin’s turn again to host the annual Brick Fiesta, a celebration of all things LEGO, namely a chance to check out the state’s MOCs (My-Own Creation), shopping for official-unofficial accessories (I got a Star Wars set for $50 that went … Continue reading →

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Made a trophy with a toy and super glue!

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Steve

Since Megan has clobbered us all lately in exercise challenges via Challenges (iOS app) due to her dedication, not necessarily my slacking, I made her a little trophy to celebrate her three-month streak. They key to getting the Playmobil ninja … Continue reading →

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Another toy tribute to a Caffe employee

Posted on July 26, 2019 by Steve

Originally I wanted to make a Playmobil figure of Carlo as I’ve done for two other people at the Caffe who are very nice. The problem is that this chef wear a black outfit, not white. Besides being super difficult … Continue reading →

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Introducing the Maggi Motors GoKart Model 1!

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Steve

Memorial Day be the official kick-off for Summer but it’s also when Creative Brick Builder has its holiday sale! All the random LEGO pieces you can fit in a good-sized box for a mere $4! A way better deal than … Continue reading →

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