BrickLink Designer Program – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans

Celebrate 20 years of LEGO Batman with a special LEGO magazine

Tom Saunders — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Blocks Issue 139 celebrates the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman with in-depth features, including a behind-the-scenes look at LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and reflections on the theme's evolution. The LEGO magazine for fans, packed with reviews, build inspiration, and nostalgic content, is available worldwide, offering money-saving subscriptions with added benefits.

BrickLink Designer Program Series 5 LEGO sets available again soon

Ryan — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:27:20 +0000

The five fan-designed LEGO sets from Series 5 of the BrickLink Designer Program are going up for sale again thanks to some excess stock. Quantities are extremely limited, so you'll want to act fast.

Gotta build ’em all! LEGO Pokémon takes over Blocks Issue 138

Tom Saunders — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Blocks magazine celebrates LEGO Pokémon’s launch and the franchise's 30th anniversary in its Issue 138. The edition features an exclusive interview with Model Designer Peter Carmichael, insights on Pokémon sets, a feature on the creation of LEGO Masters Academy, the origins of Castle Forestmen and more. Special subscription deals, including a free LEGO polybag and a chance to win a Pokémon set, are available for a limited time.

BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 LEGO sets announced

Graham — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000

BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 will introduce five new fan-designed LEGO sets in February 2027, including The Joust, Firehouse, Space Café, Wild West Train Station, and Kiosk. The initiative allows fan submissions to become limited edition sets, with Series 8 preorders in June and Series 11 submissions opening in April.

New LEGO magazine – the SMART Brick takes centre stage in Blocks 137

Tom Saunders — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000

Issue 137 of the LEGO magazine, Blocks, offers an in-depth look at the new SMART Brick and Play system, highlighting its potential and development. Additionally, it features exclusive insights from LEGO designers about the I Love Billund set and includes step-by-step build instructions, reviews, and a prize draw for a LEGO Star Wars X-wing.

LEGO BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 open for fan vote now

Ryan — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:19:00 +0000

LEGO BrickLink Designer Program Series 10 is now open for fan voting, giving BrickLink users a chance to vote for their favourite projects. Voting is open through February 20, 2026.

LEGO magazine Issue 136 features 42221 NASA Artemis Space Launch System

Tom Saunders — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The latest issue of the premium LEGO magazine, Blocks Issue 136, features a cover interview with Technic Model Designer Olav Krøjgaard and explores the LEGO Technic 42221 NASA Artemis Rocket. It offers insights, fan creations, bite-sized builds, and exclusive subscription perks, making it essential for LEGO enthusiasts interested in space and design.

BrickLink Designer Program Series 7 LEGO sets up for preorder soon

Ryan — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The five finalists from Series 7 of the BrickLink Designer Program are going up for preorder on February 16, 2026. Sets include an adorable robot, antique collection, alchemist's shop, sushi restaurant and pirate ship.

Submissions open for LEGO BrickLink Designer Program Series 10

Ryan — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:39:11 +0000

The LEGO BrickLink Designer Program has opened submissions for Series 10, giving fan builders yet another opportunity to see their designs turned into official sets for other fans to purchase. The submission window is open through January 30, 2026.

Designers talk new January 2026 sets in Iron Man LEGO magazine

Tom Saunders — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Issue 135 of the monthly LEGO magazine features insights into the new 76344 Iron Man Mark 3 Collectors’ Edition, interviews with designers from Minecraft and City, and exclusive build instructions. The issue also reveals the BrickLink Designer Program set that could have been! It is the essential magazine for LEGO fans.