LEGO Ideas 21366 Floating Sea Otters had an adorable foundation to work from thanks to Maximilian Lambrecht's original design. But Model Designer Chris McVeigh wanted to elevate the cuteness even further, adding in an otter pup and the ability for two otters to hold hands, just like in the wild.
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LEGO Ideas fan designer talks 21366 Floating Sea Otters
What goes into creating a winning LEGO Ideas design? Learn about the inspiration and initial challenges creating 21366 Floating Sea Otters with fan designer Maximilian Lambrecht, along with insights from Model Designer Chris McVeigh and Design Manager Jordan David Scott.
Achieving adorable realism in LEGO Ideas 21366 Floating Sea Otters
LEGO Ideas requires a huge team effort to get an idea turned into an official set. Once Maximilian Lambrecht's 21366 Floating Sea Otters project was approved, LEGO Model Designer Chris McVeigh undertook the challenge of tweaking the design so it fit the LEGO Ideas style, aiming to find the perfect balance between realism and cuteness.
LEGO Kpop Demon Hunters could lead to more K-pop sets
The LEGO Group's collaboration with Netflix on KPop Demon Hunters aims to merge K-pop culture with LEGO sets, potentially attracting a new fanbase. Following previous successes with K-pop themes, like BTS's Dynamite, this initiative may lead to more sets based on popular groups, so Blocks gives some suggestions on how the LEGO Group could approach should models.
Will there be an exclusive LEGO KPop Demon Hunters album?
LEGO KPop Demon Hunters is set to release new sets, raising the possibility of a special edition album. The K-pop soundtrack has gained immense popularity, with various collectible formats already available. Blocks suggests LEGO variants of photocards and artwork, to enhance the collectibility and celebrate the collaboration between the LEGO Group and Netflix.
LEGO KPop Demon Hunters – what we want for the fans
Blocks lists some of the key things fan deserve in the new LEGO KPop Demon Hunters sets, such as characters Rumi, Zoey, and Mira, key scenes from Seoul and character variants from different performances. It's also key that the lovable duo Derpy and Sussie get great representation in the range.
Should LEGO KPop Demon Hunters use minifigures or mini-dolls?
Fans will soon have the opportunity to build a LEGO KPop Demon Hunters set, probably featuring Mira, Rumi, and Zoey. Blocks considers whether these characters should be released as minifigures or mini-dolls, with considerations of costume details, weapon size, and hairstyles impacting the decision.
What actually counts as a LEGO minifigure?
Black Pearl vs Imperial Flagship: Which LEGO pirate ship reigns supreme?
Daniel Konstanski compares two iconic LEGO ships, the 10210 Imperial Flagship and 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship. The Imperial Flagship excels in size and playability, while the Black Pearl offers modern design and mechanics. Ultimately, the choice depends on preference: playability versus display aesthetics. Both have their unique appeal.
Chi Wing Lee reveals secrets of LEGO NINJAGO 71861 The Old Town
Take to the magical streets of LEGO NINJAGO 71861 The Old Town with Senior Model Designer Chi Wing Lee as a guide and learn about some of the hidden details in the set to celebrate the 15th anniversary of LEGO NINJAGO.