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March 29, 2026

Let There Be Light: Making My MOCs More Memorable

March 29, 2026/ Are M Heiseldal
Let There Be Light: Making My MOCs More Memorable

What do you do when a LEGO event is fast approaching and you’ve got no new MOCs to show? Well, you could always try to sprinkle some magic on some older stuff… by adding lights!

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March 29, 2026/ Are M Heiseldal/ 3 Comments
Stories, Review
lights, Brickstuff, World of Lights, Brickworld Chicago, royalty, flash photography, paparazzi, builder's block
October 11, 2025

Ten Ways to Break Through Builder’s Block

October 11, 2025/ Henry Licklider
Ten Ways to Break Through Builder’s Block

Have you ever felt unable to start or finish a LEGO MOC? How do you combat creative brain freeze? Our guest contributor Casey McCoy has ten great tips to break through builder's block!

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October 11, 2025/ Henry Licklider/ Comment
Guest Article, Tips and Tricks
MOC building, builder's block, Casey McCoy, creativity
February 17, 2025

Building Beyond the Block: A Personal Journey

February 17, 2025/ Inez T. Vasquez
Building Beyond the Block: A Personal Journey

Ever stared at a pile of LEGO bricks with zero inspiration? In this personal essay, I share my own experience with a massive builder’s block and a mid-life crisis and how I’m finding my way back to creativity and joy.

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February 17, 2025/ Inez T. Vasquez/ Comment
Stories
Mental Block, Creative Block, Mental Health, builder's block

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