Crystal Fontan – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans

LEGO magazine boldly explores the first ever LEGO Star Trek set

Tom Saunders — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

The final LEGO magazine before Christmas, Issue 134 of Blocks, features a deep dive into the new 10356 Star Trek Enterprise set. Packed with interviews, concept art and exclusive mini builds, this edition also highlights the history of the LEGO fan community and reviews of recent releases, making it essential for enthusiasts and a perfect holiday gift.

Starting up the LEGO Star Trek collab with 10356 Enterprise

Ryan — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:02:00 +0000

What does it take for LEGO Designers to land their dream set? Designers Hans Schlömer and Crystal Fontan share how they got to work on 10356 Star Trek Enterprise, as well as the early stages of designing the LEGO Icons model inspired by The Next Generation.

Creating the LEGO characters for 10356 Star Trek Enterprise

Ryan — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:01:00 +0000

When it comes to a franchise with as many iconic characters as Star Trek, picking out just a handful to turn into LEGO minifigures can be quite the challenge. But that's exactly what LEGO Designers Hans Schlömer and Crystal Fontan had to do for LEGO Icons 10356 Star Trek Enterprise.

LEGO Icons 10356 Star Trek Enterprise boldly goes where no brick has gone before

Graham — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000

LEGO Icons is releasing a 3,600-piece model of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D, featuring Captain Picard. The set, priced at £349.99/$399.99, launches on November 28. It includes nine minifigures, accessories, and a detachable command saucer. Those who buy 10356 Star Trek Enterprise from November 28 to December 1 receive a free Type-15 Shuttlepod.

Professional LEGO designers play Brick Like This!

Tom Saunders — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Professional LEGO designers like Mike Psiaki and Crystal Fontan test their building skills in a gamer of Brick Like This!, the LEGO party game. With a focus on communication and teamwork, players must instruct and build successfully with tricky twists. Blocks is giving away three game copies to newsletter subscribers, so you can try out the fast and fun game for yourself.

Blocks magazine Issue 120 arrives with The Nightmare Before Christmas cover feature

Graham — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine, celebrates its 120th issue with a The Nightmare Before Christmas cover, along with exclusive interviews. To commemorate, new and renewing subscribers receive a commemorative brick and other gifts. Exclusive features include interviews with the director of Piece by Piece and LEGO Fortnite character designer Crystal Fontan. Additional LEGO content, builds, and reviews are included.