Now that we’re closing in on December, it’s time to release the Christmas builds! I’ve been anxiously anticipating another seasonal kinetic sculpture by Jason Allemann, and he hasn’t disappointed. These elves at their workbench are cute enough alone, but of course, there’s more! Jason’s latest creation uses a nifty mechanism to give it an assembly line feel. Routinely, Jason’s little mechanical marvels make me kick myself for not quite having thought of it on my own. He’s done several seasonal models, including an egg-pooping Easter Bunny! And if you’re unfamiliar, he is the creator of the 21305 LEGO Ideas Maze, as well as co-creator of the new 21315 LEGO Ideas Pop-Up Book. Also check out our recent interview with Jason and co-creator Grant Davis.   The post Busy in Santa’s workshop... [Video] appeared first on The Brothers Brick. Original linkOriginal author: Bre Burns

During the late 70s and early 80s The Specials made some of the most innovative and iconic singles to ever grace the British music charts. Not only did they mix ska, punk and rocksteady beats to raucous effect, they married it with a two tone fashion sense that set them apart from their peers. Red 2 has caught the band at the height of their powers, as they appeared in the music video for their 1979 hit A Message to You Rudy. The LEGO version of the group perfectly capturing their tonic suits, and my favourite part of the build, pork pie hats made form small dishes and domes. It’s no small feat to build all nine members, but it pays off with each posed in mid-swagger, capturing the very essence of their musical style. The post Building in the two tone style appeared first on The Brothers Brick. Original linkOriginal...

By now, LEGO bricks’ place among other art media should be obvious, but it still seems to be more of an exception than the rule for builders to express their emotions through bricks. But some times, builders do feel the need to express themselves, as in the case of Malin Kylinger in her latest build. Malin states that the dual theme of the creation represents a range of emotions she went through in the recent times. What at first glance looks like a simple struggle between good and evil hides countless possible interpretation. Is this a chaotic whirlwind of changing emotion or is it a fine balance? Or maybe there is no struggle, just coexistence of light and dark? Whatever the interpretation, there is no getting around the fact this is a great build. The face is technically a somewhat flat build, but from the photos, it looks very realistic. The...

I’m guessing most kids out there who find some winter sporting goods under the tree Christmas morning don’t realize that it’s already seen some action. You see Santa takes quality control very seriously, and tests every piece of equipment personally, as seen in this awesome MOC by LEGO 7. Now there’s some at the workshop who think it’s just a lame excuse to go play in the snow, and they are on the naughty list for even thinking it. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

While there’s a lot of vehicles out there that say they’re for off-road use, surprisingly few are up to the challenge. And let’s face it, probably half have never even been put into 4WD (if their suburban dwelling owners even know how to put it in 4WD). But this Land Rover by builder Breado’s Bricks looks so ready for the mud and ruts that I don’t think it’s owners have any choice in the matter, they’re taking the scenic route. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy