Jordan Scott – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com The ultimate LEGO magazine for fans. Providing inspiration, techniques and going behind-the-scenes with LEGO experts. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:37:57 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/blocksmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-Blocks-favicon.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Jordan Scott – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com 32 32 174750775 From comic panels to bricks with LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63935 Brave reporter Tintin's space adventures, inspired by Hergé's comics, culminated in LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket. The set, crafted with attention to detail, reflects real-world technology and artistic innovation. Design Master Ellen Bowley explains how she crafted the LEGO set with comic books as inspiration. Priced at £139.99, it uses 1,283 pieces and is set for release on April 4.

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Imbuing LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket with the spirit of adventure https://blocksmag.com/imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure https://blocksmag.com/imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63944 The upcoming LEGO set 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket, inspired by Hergé's iconic adventures, features 1,283 pieces and retails for £139.99. It reflects the enduring popularity of Tintin, who explores mysteries alongside his dog, Snowy, and Captain Haddock. Ellen Bowley and Jordan Scott explain how this set aims to engage new fans while celebrating the legacy of the classic comics.

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Preparing for blast off in LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63931 LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket set, inspired by Hergé's comic series, features 1,283 pieces and is priced at £139.99, launching on April 4. The design captures the iconic rocket, emphasising a six-sided shape for authenticity. Creator Alexis Dos Santos and LEGO Design Master Ellen Bowley worked on the model at different stages to bring this beloved vehicle to the brick and here they discuss their approach.

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Creating a crew for LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:10:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63940 The first-ever LEGO Tintin set, 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket, launches on April 4, utilising 1,283 elements and priced at £139.99. Inspired by Hergé's stories, the set includes Tintin, Captain Haddock, Snowy, and detectives Thomson and Thompson, all presented in spacesuits. The Ideas design team reveals how they crafted the LEGO characters for this special Tintin set.

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LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket takes off https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-takes-off/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-takes-off https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-takes-off/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63852 The LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket set has been announced, featuring 1,283 pieces and six minifigures including Tintin and Captain Haddock. Based on classic Tintin stories, the set is priced at £139.99 and launches on April 4. The design reflects a close collaboration between the LEGO Group and Tintin's publisher to replicate iconic features from Destination Moon and Explorers on the Moon.

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Creating cuteness for LEGO Ideas 21366 Floating Sea Otters https://blocksmag.com/creating-cuteness-for-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=creating-cuteness-for-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters https://blocksmag.com/creating-cuteness-for-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:33:32 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=60591 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 https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-fan-designer-talks-21366-floating-sea-otters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-ideas-fan-designer-talks-21366-floating-sea-otters https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-fan-designer-talks-21366-floating-sea-otters/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:27:39 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=60583 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.

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Achieving adorable realism in LEGO Ideas 21366 Floating Sea Otters https://blocksmag.com/achieving-adorable-realism-in-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=achieving-adorable-realism-in-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters https://blocksmag.com/achieving-adorable-realism-in-lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:19:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=60587 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.

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LEGO Ideas 21366 Floating Sea Otters unveiled https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters-unveiled/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters-unveiled https://blocksmag.com/lego-ideas-21366-floating-sea-otters-unveiled/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=60690 LEGO Ideas has announced 21366 Floating Sea Otters, featuring a mother otter with a pup, designed by Senior Model Designer Chris McVeigh and inspired by Maximilian Lambrecht's creation. Priced at £99.99 / $119.99, it releases on March 1. The design includes posable features and a cute otter pup.

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Channelling the spirit of adventure in LEGO Ideas 21363 The Goonies https://blocksmag.com/channelling-the-spirit-of-adventure-in-lego-ideas-21363-the-goonies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=channelling-the-spirit-of-adventure-in-lego-ideas-21363-the-goonies https://blocksmag.com/channelling-the-spirit-of-adventure-in-lego-ideas-21363-the-goonies/#respond Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:04:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=55059 LEGO Ideas 21363 The Goonies replicates the film's adventure as it takes minifigure characters on an adventure to find One-Eyed Willy's treasure, featuring iconic traps and characters. Inspired by childhood memories, the designers recall the challenges that come with crafting intricate elements like the sails and organ functionality.

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