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Lego Ideas, Birds (21301) Official Details

Lego has recently announced the results of their 2014 Lego Ideas Review. During the video they mentioned that a Lego Birds set would be released in 2015. Just a few weeks later and we now have official images. The Lego Birds will feature 3 of the most common birds. A Blue Jay, Hummingbird and Red Robin. The whole set features 580 pieces and will be released in January 2015. The whole package will retail for about $44.99, not a common price point for Lego. The price to piece ratio is looking really good here. Just a little under 8¢ a piece.

Interestingly, Lego has posted an interview with the project’s creator, Tom Poulsom. The interview has some interesting comments about the design and marketing of this Lego Ideas project. Lets see if Lego will publish more of these interviews on future projects.

“TC: What inspired you to build this model and put it on LEGO Ideas?

TP: The majority of my creations have been replicas of man-made objects (cars, trucks and spaceships) I wanted to build something different, creating something to look organic seemed like a nice challenge. I have always loved nature and being a tree surgeon and gardener I get a lot of inspiration from my job. I was digging a vegetable patch one day and during a quick break I noticed a Robin land on my fork handle. This was the inspiration behind “Bobby the Robin”. I built him that evening and enjoyed building this bird so much that I decided to build some of my favorite birds from Europe. Once I had built seven birds I posted one a day on Flickr. They were a hit! I couldn’t believe the attention I received. A follower suggested I add the birds to LEGO Ideas and here I am now with an official LEGO set containing my Idea.” — Lego Ideas

Go check out an interview with the Lego Ideas project designer here: https://ideas.lego.com/blogs/1-blog/post/22

An Inspiring Note From Lego – 1974

Lego has a a long history of advertising. Some of their campaigns have been amazingly creative. And some have a message that people remember forever. Recently people have rediscovered a small pamphlet that Lego produced in 1974. It is note that explains to parents that children have a desire to be creative that can and should manifest itself anyway that it can. It is a great message to teach, and shows a a side of Lego that seems to have been dissolving over time.

“The urge to create is equally strong in all children. Boys and girls.
It’s imagination that counts. Not Skill. You build whatever comes into your head, the way you want it. A bed or a truck. A dolls house or a spaceship.
A lot of boys like doll houses. They’re more human than spaceships. A lot of girls prefer spaceships. They’re more exciting than dolls houses.
The most important thing is to put the right material in their hands and let them create whatever appeals to them.”

Let sent this note out across the world, and had it translated into other languages. A German version has also been rediscovered.

Reddit user fryd_ originally brought attention to this Lego note: http://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/2n1t47/70s_lego_had_the_right_idea/

And, the blog io9 investigated this message and verified its details: http://io9.com/these-lego-instructions-from-1974-are-awesome-and-yes-1662169567

More Images of Lego Simpsons Minifigures Leaked (2015)

A week ago the first images for a new Simpsons Minifigures Series were leaked. Based on some prototype Lego pieces it was revealed that Groundskeeper Willie, Dr. Hibbert, and Santa’s Little Helper are coming soon. Now a few more photos of Lego prototypes have been leaked. It looks like we are getting Waylon Smithers, Snake Jailbird, Comic Book Guy, Patty Bouvier, and Professor Frink. That brings the total to 7 and 1/2 Minifigures leaked. That means there are at least another 9 still unknown. There mights even be a few more Minifigs to look forward to with the rumored release of a Lego Kwik-E-Mart set.

These leaked images were posted on TaoBao: http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5.w4002-8641531657.23.WHeJNI&id=40878826304

You might also want to check out The Simpsons House (71006) Review here: http://everydaybricks.com/lego-simpsons-house-71006-review-cowabunga/

Lego Creator Detective’s Office and Barber Shop (10246)

Lego has officially released details on the new Lego Creator Detective’s Office and Barber Shop (10246) Modular Building. Information for this new set leaked earlier this week (see here and here). It looks like this set is two different buildings, like the Pet Shop, but the Detective’s Office and Barber Shop are joined together into one building. This set has been designed with a story in mind. Detective Ace Brickman, a Mysterious Woman in Red, and a Police Officer snooping around are all part of the plot. The set comes with 2,262 pieces and will retail for $159.99. With a January 2015 release.

On the ground level of the Detective’s Office is a pool hall, called the Highlander. Amazingly it looks like the there is some underground betting going on too.

The front of the building features two balcony and a hidden fire escape. Perfect for sneaking around.

Next door is a barber shop which features a real mirror. Thats right a real Lego mirror.

“Discover a world of mystery and adventure with the LEGO® Creator Expert Detective’s Office! Step through the open archway and into the barbershop, where seated customers are pampered in the reflection of a large wall mirror, while next door, competitors play pool and darts beneath the comforting whir of a rotating ceiling fan. Venture to the first floor and you’ll find the detective’s office, his desk strewn with clues, a safe containing valuable evidence and a concealed wall compartment. Then visit the adjacent bathroom, featuring a classic pull-chain toilet, before taking the stairway to the well-equipped kitchen, from where you can access the roof terrace, complete with large water tower. This latest addition to the LEGO Modular Building series is packed with unsurpassed detail and hidden surprises. Easy-to-remove roof and ceilings provide access to the delightful interior, while the exterior of the building features a decorative roofline and a beautifully designed façade. Can you solve the smuggling mystery? Includes 6 minifigures with assorted accessories: Detective Ace Brickman, Al the barber, dart player, pool player, police woman and a mysterious lady in red.

Ages 16+. 2,262 pieces.
US $159.99 – CA $199.99 – DE 149.99€ – UK £132.99 – DK 1399.00 DKK
*Euro pricing varies by country. Please visit shop.LEGO.com for regional pricing.

Available for sale directly through LEGO® beginning
January 2015 via shop.LEGO.com and LEGO® Stores”

Check out the Lego Design Video for more details:

http://youtu.be/UoQMpqjdPTQ

Lego Scooby Dooby Doo, Where Are You?

If there was one theme I was not expecting to hear rumors that Lego would produce, its Scooby Doo. It seems that Lego has been working on a spooky theme, and now its seems an official Lego Scooby Doo theme is the top contender for this release. This new theme would be hitting shelves around May or June of 2015, and will consist of 4 sets. It seems that the iconic Mystery Van, a Haunted House, and two unknown sets are in the works. With the whole gang represented in Minifigure form. Fred, Shaggy, Scooby-Doo, Daphne, and Velma. Also expect to see a few of the monsters represented. I wonder if they will be regular Minifigures wearing costumes? Because that would be fun.

Hothbricks reported on a Lego Scooby Doo theme first. Their user Miniworld seems to be confirming rumors too: http://www.hothbricks.com/2014/11/rumeurs-2015-grande-roue-nouveau-theme/#comments

New Details. The Detective’s Office, a Lego Creator Modular Building (10246)

The new Detective’s Office Modular Building (10246) is getting ready for release, and the back of the box has been leaked. The front of the box and the first details were leaked just a few days ago. This Modular is looking good. The Detective’s Office will be two-stories, and the Barber Shop will be three-stories. The little details look great, there is an emergency escape from the Office, some wanted posters, a safe full of money, mirrors in the Barber Shop, a pool room, an old style toilet, and a full apartment above the shop. It looks like your Minifigures can get into a lot of adventures here.

The Lego Creator Detective’s Office (10246) will contain 2,262 pieces and be available around January of 2015. Some more information is here: http://everydaybricks.com/detectives-office-new-lego-modular-building-10246-revealed/

This leaked image came from Brickset: http://brickset.com/article/13043/10246-detective-s-office

The Detective’s Office, a NEW Lego Modular Building (10246) Revealed

The first image for the upcoming Lego Modular Detective’s Office (10246) has just leaked. Lego has been able to keep these new Modular Building releases secret for much longer then their normal releases. The new Detective’s Office will be released around January of 2015, which is only 2 months away. The Detective’s Office (Detective’s Agency) is a new direction for the Lego Modular Buildings. This new release will add a more seedy or bad section to town. It is a huge change in tone that the Modular theme needed. This set features the duel building design that was popular in the Pet Shop (10218). A Detective’s Office and Barber Shop. And, as usual a lot of interesting parts are being used. A whole ton of the new Lego brick-pattern pieces are used to build the Detective’s Office. A few Unikitty tails used for the roof detailing. There is even the new ball joints being used as column decorations. Everything needed to create your favorite film noir scenes are here. Including a woman in a red dress!

The Lego Creator Detective’s Office (10246) will contain 2,262 pieces and be available around January of 2015.

Found over on LowLUG: http://www.lowlug.nl/forum/

Lego Simpsons Minifigures Series 2 (2015) Leaked Images

There have been strong rumors going around that Lego was in production of a Series 2 for the Lego Simpsons Minifigures. There might also be a new Lego Kwik-E-Mart set in production. One of these rumors can now be confirmed. The Lego Simpsons Minifigures Series 2 will be released in 2015, and a few images of their production models have been leaked. No one was sure if the Lego Simpsons Minifigures would make it to Series 2, which was dependent on fan reception and sales of Series 1.

It looks like The Simpsons theme is a success, and we can probably expect a few more releases in the future. Series 1 left a lot of gaps in The Simpsons character roster. Lego must have a hard time trying to select Minifigs out of the hundreds of characters from The Simpsons. Groundskeeper Willie, Dr. Hibbert, and Santa’s Little Helper will be in Series 2. Hopefully we can get a Moe Sizlack, Waylon Smithers, Carl Carlson, Lenny Leonard, Sideshow Bob, Mayor Quimby… the list goes on and on.

Check out Pockyland.net for details: http://www.pockyland.net/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=64272&extra=&page=5

You might also want to check out The Simpsons House (71006) Review here: http://everydaybricks.com/lego-simpsons-house-71006-review-cowabunga/

Lincoln Memorial & Flatiron Building: 2015 Lego Architecture Sets

For the past few years now Lego has been releasing about 4 official Architecture sets a year, with a few special exemptions (Marina Bay Sands, The Lego House). With that in mind it has been revealed that the first new sets released in 2015 for the Lego Architecture theme will be the Lincoln Memorial and the Flatiron Building. The first new set is the Lincoln Memorial (21022) which will be built with 274 Lego pieces. Making this an extremely small build, especially compared to the previously released White House. The price point is not known yet, but should be somewhere between $19.99 and $29.99.

The next new Lego Architecture set for 2015 will be the Flatiron Building (21023). This one is a lot more obscure then the Lincoln Memorial. This is a triangular skyscraper located in New York City. The Lego version does its best to replicate this building, using some funky connection techniques to achieve the weird angles. This set will include 471 Lego pieces, and should be priced somewhere between $39.99 and $49.99.

Keep and eye out for these. Lego Architecture sets have a habit of sneaking onto shelves without anyone noticing. Then selling out, because they are extremely popular.

Lincoln Memorial and Flatiron Building images from Gizmodo: http://lego.gizmodo.com/builders-building-buildings-2015-lego-architecture-set-1644322082

Most of the Lego Minifigures Series 13 (71008) Leaked

Hothbricks has revealed some new details on the upcoming Lego Minifigures Series 13 (71008). They revealed the first images of the packaging and boxes for Series 13. The artwork confirms 9 of the 16 new Minifigures. There will be an Alien Trooper, King, Snake Charmer, Female Cyclops, Paleontologist, Sheriff, Disco Diva, Unicorn Girl, and Egyptian Warrior. Other rumored Minifigs include a Galaxy Trooper, Evil Wizard, Goblin, Carpenter, Hot Dog Guy, Samurai, and Fencer. Stay tuned, as these leaks are usually followed by official announcements and artwork.

Go check out the Lego Minifigures Series 13 (71008) info over on Hothbricks: http://www.hothbricks.com/2014/11/71008-collectible-minifigures-series-13-encore-infos/