In today's post we'll be looking at the most common SNOT pieces and classifying them.But first, what is SNOT? It stands for Studs Not On Top, and simply means that you are building sideways or at an angle; i.e. not just straight up.SNOT pieces allow you to do this and can be classified into 3 main areas: modified bricks, modified plates and brackets. You can use this post to not only learn what to call each piece, but to search for them on Bricklink (the easiest way to do this is the part number
This week's favourite brick is the ribbed hose! It's a part that doesn't look very LEGO like, and it's unique shape and texture mean you can utilise it in some clever ways for your MOCs. Which example shown is your favourite?Featured builders: @sean&stephmayo @mitsuru_nikaido @ghalad @glenn_tanner55 (on all Instagram)
Today we will be comparing the two ways of accomplishing the same thing, using a 1x1 modified brick w/ stud on the side and a 1x1 technic brick +half pin. These two can be used for the same purpose, to attach pieces on their sides, but did you know they are actually slightly different?Yes, in fact, the technic brick's hole is higher than the modified brick. It may not be by much as you wouldn't notice it when building, but it's certainly there. This has been confirmed by an official LEGO designe
Vibrant LEGO construction scene with excavator, dump truck, and crane, set amidst a serene landscape, #LEGO, #BuildingBricks, #ConstructionSite, #ToyPhotography,#ad
How I started a Lego Reselling Business. Everything from the business model, to stock and sourcing and using Bricklink.
Two ideas to fill in the inside of piece 48092 Please note that 3 parts are NOT fixed on the baseplate underneath or on snot parts yet.
One of my favorite building techniques for building homes is the classic log cabins. In an attempt to make a log cabin out of LEGO I worked out these designs.
Have you come across a LEGO technique used in an official set or a MOC that left you wondering “how does that even work ?”. It turns out there is a pretty good explanation for every technique out there as long as you don’t mind getting your hands dirty with a little math. In this… Continue reading The Math Behind LEGO Building Techniques – Volume 1
Spider-Man and Venom tussle in this vignette by Ben Cossy that guarantees some New Yorkers are going to be late for work.
One of the best things about the LEGO community is that we can learn from one another. Here at BrickNerd, we like to share techniques that we see from builders all around the world. . . Ulrik Hansen brings us a bit more complex technique, or at least more parts intensive for some builde
IntroductionWelcome to the brick house, the perfect house for your Minifigure. Though it's small, it has all the necessary things for your Minifigure ...
In this video tutorial shows detail information on calculate the number of bricks in one cubic feet.
Why not build a Stickle Bricks person, with thier unique colour blocking style. What would yours wear?
Ever wanted to add some cracks to walls or floors in your builds? Then this is the post for you: grab yourself some ball sockets, slopes, bricks and brackets and try out this awesome technique! Have you used or discovered any other ways to create cracks with LEGO? Let us know in the comments! Check out @steinmanzachary here on Instagram for lots more building techniques and cool builds!
Today we're looking at some of favourite unique and ingenious part uses! All 4 are fantastic but our personal favourite has to be the popcorn by Letranger Absurde, who makes fantastic use of the Friends Bird piece - he took the time to make sure each piece had no print showing! Which one is your favourite and why?Check out the featured builders here:By Letranger Absurde: https://www.flickr.com/photos/vitreolum/50213402887/in/feed-97880438-1597127834-1-72157715442458416 By AC Pin: https://www.fli
Today we’re actually not focusing on a MOC, we’re looking to see how they can be framed, decorated or bordered in ingenious ways. Our first two examples, by Zilmrud and Brickleas, both demonstrate brilliant techniques for creating curves and circular bases from pieces often known for their straight, right angled edges. Dallen Powell has seen the potential of the base border to enhance his microscale Back to the future MOC by adding brick built graphical arrows in the style for the film. These ha
Fed up of stepping on Lego and it taking over the house? Here are simple tips and storage ideas for organising, storing and sorting Lego building bricks.
A parents' guide with tips and tricks for building with Dreamup Toys Wooden Railway Block Platforms, wooden train tracks, DUPLO blocks, and LEGO bricks.
Instructions on how you can build your own custom designed Lego Rose. Includes Lego instructions, required Lego bricks and tips and tricks. BrickTwist 2017
