Meet the Lego Elves, Step Through the Portal This Spring

Lego Elves Logo

Lego has a new theme arriving this spring called the Lego Elves. Some of the first sets have already been revealed, but the Lego marketing is just starting to take off. The official Lego site has a teaser page up, promising more details in March 2015. Meanwhile some short videos have started to appear around the internet. Featuring  some beautifully animated videos, it would not be a surprise if the Lego Elves had their own cartoon (like Ninjago or Legends of Chima). Interestingly, there is very little Lego in these first videos.

Lego Elves Characters

The Lego Elves look like they would fit right in with the Disney Fairies. Seeing as Lego has been creating Disney themed Friends sets, it would be interesting if the Fairies line had a release too. There are four main Elves (Aira, Naida, Azari, and Farran) with this release, and one main human (named Emily Jones).

Make sure to check out the Teaser Trailer, and Meet Azari below:

http://youtu.be/c1mWPNdbi-Y

http://youtu.be/5L7AXGIbIYY

You can read more about Lego Elves here: http://everydaybricks.com/lego-elves-friendly-new-theme-2015/

The Lego Super Friends Project: 31 Custom Figures

JustJon's Custom Lego Super Friends, Superheroes

The Lego Friends figures have proven to be extremely customizable. These 31 custom figures that make up the Lego Super Friends Project prove just that. Created by JustJon, this project was revealed over the 31 days of July. In order to curate a list of possible customs figures, social media was heavily used to reach a wide audience with a wide variety of opinions. The 31 superheroes contain a good mix of characters from DC Comics and Marvel Comics. These figures were made with the use of Lego Minifigures accessories, hair pieces, and a little bit of paint. The larger size (compared to a Minifigure) makes it a whole lot easier to do custom paint work.

“I began the project surreptitiously by posing the question “Who is your favorite super heroine?” on my social networks. I took note of the characters people named and started creating a list on my white board, with the left side containing numbers for the days they were released on and the right side a list of potential characters to make. Once I began creating the custom minifigures, I made sure that each fit into the role of super heroine (as some people did request villains), that no character would be repeated in alternate costumes, and that I would release one per day for the entire month of July. I tried to vary the characters to appease to different audiences and keep things interesting for myself by using characters who were well known in the popular culture and those who were lesser known.” — JustJon

The complete roster of the Lego Super Friends Project includes: Supergirl, Phoenix, Black Widow, Sue Storm, Polaris, Storm, Batgirl, Rogue, Kitty Pryde, Captain Marvel, X-23, Stargirl, Zatanna, Psylocke, Wonder Woman, Batwoman, Mary Marvel, Catwoman, Scarlet Witch, Spider-Woman, Saturn Girl, Dazzler, Firestar, Kabuki, Hawkeye, Black Cat, Gamora, Jubilee, Black Canary, Hit-Girl, and Raven.

JustJon's Custom Lego Super Friends, Superheroes, Batgirl JustJon's Custom Lego Friends Superheroes, Jubilee JustJon's Custom Lego Friends Superheroes, Hit Girl JustJon's Custom Lego Friends Superheroes, Black Widow

The creator of this project, JustJon, has opened up an Etsy store where some of these custom figures (and more) are available for purchase: https://www.etsy.com/shop/justjon

More details on the Lego Super Friends Project can be found here: http://www.justjon.net/lego/the-lego-super-friends-project/

This Custom Lego Friends Wonder Woman is Awesome

tikitikitembo's Lego Friends Wonder Woman

The Lego Friends have proven to much more versatile then originally thought. One super cool way to customize your figures is with custom painting. This Lego Friends Wonder Woman is a great example of what can be done with some paint and a brush. To complete the look, the hair piece, and golden whip can be found in the recent Superman vs. Power Armor Lex (6862) set. Diana Prince is now ready to fight the worst Lego criminals out there.

This Custom Lego Wonder Woman can be found here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/64693712@N05/6874667399/

The FriendsLoader, A Lego Friends Power Loader

Simon Liu's Lego Friends Power Loader

The Lego Friends are a lot tougher then they appear. Stephanie here looks like she is ready to load up some heavy cargo, or to kick some alien butt. There have been some great Minifigure scale Power Loaders, but this is one of the best Friends scale ones. It has even been dressed up with some pink; perfect for fitting in with all the other sets. This exoskeleton has some great details, especially the use of the Lego 1×1 round bricks. This Lego Friends Power Loader uses some common pieces, so it should be easy to build at home.

This Lego “Friends Space Loader” is the creation of Simon Liu: https://www.flickr.com/photos/si-mocs/7641740844

Check out many more Lego Friends MOCs here: http://everydaybricks.com/category/friends-2/

Lego Lowrider, Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Alex Jones's Lego Lowrider, Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 01

It looks like the Lego Friends have a new ride, or maybe Homer Simpson upgraded the sedan. Either way this Lego Lowrider is awesome. Alex Jones (Orion Pax) created this MOC titled the “Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.” It is always interesting to see what people can do with Lego pieces, especially those that have a limited color palette. It features a tri-tone paint job (hot pink, pink and purple), with chrome accents and whitewall tires. The car has hot pink wood paneling and the windshield is even transparent pink.  This Oldsmobile has style.

Alex Jones's Lego Lowrider, Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 02

Check out the Lego Lowrider: Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, created by Alex Jones (Orion Pax) over here: http://orionpax.de/23/index.php/showroom/gallery/37/LOWRIDER

Alex Jones's Lego Flamingo Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Spring Time Fishing with the Lego Friends

Martin5478's Lego Friends Spring Time Fishing

Now that the Autumn is under way, the Lego Friends are dreaming of warmer days. Specifically those peaceful spring time days, relaxing at a secret fishing hole. What better way then to spend time with your friends. This little creation is the work of Martin5478. This is a great example of integrating the new(ish) Lego Friends with your greater Lego collection. All the little details help tell the story. It looks like the girls are going to enjoy a picnic after this.

Martin5478's Lego Friends Spring Time Fishing Detail

Check out “Spring Time” a Lego Friends MOC built by Martin5478 over on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/64533423@N08/14049277536/

There is also a lot more Lego Friends stuff here: http://everydaybricks.com/tag/friends/page/2/

Lego Friends Corner, A Downtown Bakery and Pastry Shop

Hartinih Liauw's Lego Friends Corner

What happens when you combine the Lego Friends Downtown Bakery (41006) with the famous Lego Cafe Corner (10182)? You get a Lego Friends Corner. The ground floor hosts an extremely popular bakery and pastry shop. Up to the second floor is a hip pet hair salon, where all the super cute dogs and cats go to get groomed. Then on to the rooftop is an outdoor area and garden for your pets. Which includes a tiny birdhouse, a dog bath, water fountain, and a peaceful garden. This modular style building also includes bicycle parking and a large outdoor patio.

Hartinih Liauw's Lego Friends Corner Rooftop Garden

The Corner proves to be so popular that a few special guests are visiting, and enjoying their bakery treats. Including Iron Man!

Hartinih Liauw's Lego Friends Corner Rooftop Bakery

This Lego Friends themed MOC is the creation of Hartinih Liauw: https://www.flickr.com/photos/111390391@N02/11363121275/

You can also check out more Friends themed stuff here. Including Castles, Hotels, Modular Buildings, Robots, and more: http://everydaybricks.com/tag/friends/

Lego Star Wars And Lego Friends Crossover, Hothlake City

TylerSky and FrancesSky's Lego Friends Crossover, Star Wars Hothlake City

Hothlake City is a Lego Star Wars and Lego Friends crossover. Created by Tyler Sky and Frances Sky. It just so happens that this is not their only Lego Friends and Star Wars themed MOC; they also created the AT-AT Cleaning Station. The idea is to create something that appeals to both boys and girls, without being boring or dumbed down. The end result is a smashing success, as they have won the “Medium Planetary Structure” award at BrickCon 2014. The AT-AT is based on the official Lego AT-AT (75054) but has received an extensive paint job. These new Lego Friends mash-ups are very popular.

TylerSky's Lego Friends Crossover, Star Wars AT-AT

“After the Galactic Civil War, Stephanie & Andrea picked up this Army surplus AT-AT for dirt cheap, then retro-fitted it for use as Heartlake City’s latest Pet Taxi service.” — Tyler Sky

TylerSky's Lego Friends, Star Wars Speeder

Check out Hothlake City, created by Tyler Sky and Frances Sky over on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/tylersky/15466823415/

And, a lot more Lego Friends displays, News, and MOCs can be found here: http://everydaybricks.com/category/friends-2/

Lego Friends Working At A Star Wars AT-AT Cleaning Station

Tyler Sky's Lego Friends, Star Wars, AT-AT Cleaning Station

It was only a matter of time before we started to see Lego Friends and Lego Star Wars crossovers. Both of these contrasting themes go together much better then one would think. In fact most of the Lego Friends crossovers seem to go over well. Check out the Lovely Hotel, or the Paradisa Viper. The AT-AT Cleaning Station is the work of Tyler Sky. It is a huge display, and instantly grabs your attention. Everything you would expect is here, Tauntauns, a Snowspeeder, an AT-AT, Emma, Andrea, and even a defense turret. The only thing not present is snow.

Tyler Sky's Lego Friends, Star Wars, AT-AT Cleaning Station

“Meanwhile just outside the limits of Hothlake city, a repurposed AT-AT (now used as a pet taxi service) is getting a much needed weekly cleaning.

Keeping this mechanical marvel in top condition is no small feat, requiring the assistance of many helpers including a pair of drones, a couple of Tauntauns, and many friends. A repurposed turret installation helps to get water up to those hard to reach spots!

Emma and Andrea came along to help out after a long day of courier deliveries made with their new Land speeder. Landings are still a bit rough but she’ll get the hang of it soon enough!” — Tyler Sky

Tyler Sky's Lego Friends, Star Wars, AT-AT Cleaning Wash

This AT-AT Cleaning Station recently made an appearance in a display window at the Vancouver Lego Store (November 2014). If you are quick enough, maybe you can see it too. Tyler Sky works on a lot of Lego Friends themed stuff, so keep an eye out for more featured displays.

Tyler Sky's Lego Friends, Star Wars, AT-AT Cleaning Bridge

This Lego Star Wars, and Lego Friends themed AT-AT Cleaning Station (by Tyler Sky) can be found on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/tylersky/15681677272/

And, a lot more Lego Friends displays, News, and MOCs can be found here: http://everydaybricks.com/category/friends-2/

New Photos and Details for Lego Friends 2015

Some new photos and details have been released for the upcoming Lego Friends 2015. There are still two sets without any images released. Mia’s Sports Car (41091), and Unknown (41096). These official photos show off a lot more of the details of each set. For instance the Hot Air Balloon is made up of multiple pieces, which is great news. One thing is certain, there are at least as many pets/animals as there are Friends.

Lego Friends Animal Care Clinic 41085

Lego Friends, Animal Care Clinic (41085) has a merry-go-round, a rolling medical station, and grooming area.Lego Friends Vet Ambulance 41086

Lego Friends, Vet Ambulance (41086) has a little vehicle, tiny stretcher, and a hedgehog.

Lego Friends Rabbit Mother With Babies 41087

Lego Friends, Rabbit Mother with Babies (41087) features a rabbit habitat, and two tiny baby rabbits.Lego Friends Puppy Training 41088

Lego Friends, Puppy Training (41088) comes with a mini dog agility course.Lego Friends Foal Care Stable 41089

Lego Friends, Foal Care Stable (41089) comes with a baby horse (foal) and small enclosure.Lego Friends Olivia's Garden Pool 41090

Lego Friends, Olivia’s Garden Pool (41090) has a floaty, portable stereo, and water slide.Lego Friends Stephanie's Pizzeria 41092

Lego Friends, Stephanie’s Pizzeria (41092) comes with a charming brick oven, and a table for two.

Lego Friends Heartlake Hair Salon 41093

Lego Friends, Heartlake Hair Salon (41093) comes with a fully furnished hair salon, and two Friends.Lego Friends Heartlake Lighthouse 41094

Lego Friends, Heartlake Lighthouse (41094) is one of the nicest looking Friends sets, and doubles as an ice cream parlor.Lego Friends Emma's House 41095

Lego Friends, Emma’s House (41095) is Emma’s purple two story house, which comes with an art easel, blue bicycle, and 3 Friends figures. Lego Friends Heartlake Hot Air Balloon 41097

Lego Friends, Hot Air Balloon (41097) is going to be the hard to find set. The balloon pieces are very desirable for Lego fans, and the set comes with one of the rare male Friends figures.

Thanks to Just2Good for releasing these early images of the first Lego Friends 2015 wave.

Check out more details for the 2015 wave of Lego Friends here: http://everydaybricks.com/new-lego-friends-2015-pets-vets-pools-balloon/