Free Limited Edition Christmas LEGO Set 3300020 & More

Looks like LEGO is feeling very generous this autumn. First there is the double VIP points up for grabs when you buy selected sets and now they gone and added this fantastic looking Limited Edition Christmas LEGO Set thrown in, for purchases of £50 or more. As if that wasn't enough, one gets a free delivery as well with an order that reaches the £50 mark. Feels like Christmas has come early for the LEGO fan. Time to get the LEGO Village Post Office Set I've been planning on getting since it was released earlier this month.
Don't wait around too long before grabbing this offer because it only lasts until the end of the month, or when stock runs out so not long to go.
In case you miss this, don't dispair because in November, when LEGO holds the 'Brick' Friday weekend, there will be a second set to collect.

Happy shopping!!

The LEGO Children In Need Pudsea Bear

For all LEGO fans who are interested in helping out the charity, BBC Children In Need, this year, there is a another way to contribute and getting a model of your favourite LEGO at the same time. The LEGO Pudsea Bear #30029 the famous bear for this charity has been released by LEGO as a LEGO figure. This LEGO Pudsea Bear measures 8cm tall and over 8cm long and made up of 92 bricks.
When you buy this model, all profits are donated to Children in Need. Currently selling at LEGO online shop in the UK for £4.00. Would be nice to keep in your collection and contribute to charity as well.

This bear is currently available from the LEGO Online Shop as well.

Free LEGO Toys from The Sun

In May, The Sun newspaper run a free LEGO campaign for 7 days for its UK and Northern Ireland readers. They gave some fantastic models and those who got them will attest to this. Well, guess what? Its back already and from Saturday the 8th of October, 2011, all LEGO fans in the UK and NI can start collecting them again for the next 7 days. One for each day and runs till Saturday the 14th of October, 2011.
The Saturday paper is only 60 pence and the weekday ones are 30 pence each so even if you don't read newspapers, for the models alone its well worth it to grab one. These models cannot be bought from shops so this is your one and only chance to get yours with 'The Sun'.
Each day, from the dates above, a voucher is printed in the sun newspaper which you will use to redeem the particular model of the day. They can only be redeemed from WHSmith and Toys R Us stores and for Northern Ireland residents, Smiths Toys stores are also included. For Londoners, WHSmith Stores at Charing Cross, Victoria, King's Cross, Euston, St. Pancras, Waterloo, Paddington, and Marylebone train stations will also be giving out these models just in case you can't get one from your local.
From what I hear the first one on Saturday is the LEGO Star Wars Star Destroyer so there's a teaser for you.

Can you build your own Mini LEGO Model? October 2011

Each month since 2009, LEGO has been holding a hands-on mini model build event in LEGO stores. This event is held on the first Thursday of every month and the LEGO fan or enthusiast can learn how to build a mini model and take it home for free. This month's mini model build was the LEGO Dracula Mini Model by a LEGO fan.

You can learn how to build this model from the comfort of your home by following the instructions available via download from LEGO or the link below. Be aware this is only available for a limited time.
Download the building instructions

If you can't get to your local LEGO store for some reason, you can always build the Mini Model at home because LEGO posts the instructions online and you can use the pieces you have or order what you need from LEGO Pick a Brick Store.

LEGO Winter Scene Series

The LEGO Winter Village Post Office set #10222 is out! This is set marks a continuation of the LEGO Winter Scene Series. This one is as great as the previous ones. So far, I've managed to get the Bakery set so this year, this set is a must. My new mission to buy each set in the Winter Scene Sets that will be released. The price as usual is reasonable as this set is not a very large set. In fact it measures 15” (40cm) wide and 11” (30cm) deep, in total.
This one features, as the name suggests, a main Village Post Office building, but there are also a gazebo and the post car full of gifts ready to be delivered. There are 7 minifigures with this set and assorted minifigure accessories. The whole set has a very nice colour scheme and the setting has all the Christmas feeling to it. Have a look at the picture below

Here are the prices they are currently going for US $59.99 | UK £49.99 |CA $79.99 | DE €59.99.

LEGO Star Wars(TM) Super Star Destroyer 10221 is Out!

New arrival from LEGO is the Star Wars(TM) Super Star Destroyer #10221. This set is huge, with over 3000 pieces; in fact it is 3152 pieces. This is a definite must have for all Star Wars LEGO fans. For today only LEGO is offering a free delivery for this set but seeing as it is going for whooping USD399.99, EUR399.99, GBP349.99, NZD799.99, I'm sure I won't qualify for this deal. Hopefully when I've saved enough to get it there might be some deal of some sort. As usual, it is new so purchases are restricted to 5 sets per customer.
Features: Below are a list of some of the features of this fantastic set

• Includes 5 minifigures: Darth Vader, Admiral Piett, Dengar, Bossk and IG-88
• Measures nearly 50 inches (124.5 cm) long and weighs nearly 8 pounds (3.5kg)!
• Includes display stand and data sheet label!
• Center section lifts off to reveal command center!

The set weighs nearly 8pounds (3.5kg) and measures 50"" (124.5cm) so be prepared to make some space to display it when you manage to get your hands on one and build it.

LEGO 10230 Mini Modulars: The Exclusive 2012 for VIP Members

This is officially a 2012 LEGO set, but it is currently exclusively available to LEGO VIP members. The set features mini models of the first five modular buildings and from what I've seen, they look rather cool. If you haven't got all the 5 main modular buildings, this may be for you. Even if you've got the main sets, wouldn't it be nice to have the mini version considering the price they are going for?
If you plan to get one of these, would be a good idea to join the VIP club which is very easy to do. You also get points for buying this set.

Set: 10230 Mini Modulars, 1,356 pieces.
Prices:  CAD $99.99, DE €69.99, UK £59.99, US $79.99, DK DKK 649.00, AU $119.99.
Available from January 2012.
This is what LEGO says:
"Available only to our LEGO® VIP Program Members, this exclusive mini modulars set is an authentic miniature representation of the first 5 buildings in the Modular Building series: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium. Featuring highly detailed design, each building can be displayed as a stand alone piece or connected to the others buildings in the set. The mini Café Corner includes details like a fan above the doorway and printed hotel signage, while the mini Market Street includes transparent bricks and a unique brick construction. The quaint mini Green Grocer also features transparent bricks and a fire escape at the rear, while the mini Fire Brigade includes a brick bell and white arch wall elements. Finally, the mini Grand Emporium has a rooftop sign, skylight and window washing platform. With fantastic detailing and a huge variety of elements in a range of rich colors, this exclusive mini modulars set is the perfect addition to every VIP Member's collection."

• Exclusively available to LEGO® VIP Members!
• Authentic miniature representation of first 5 Modular Buildings: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium!
• Each building can be displayed individually or connected to the other buildings in the set!
• All buildings feature fantastic detailing and a wide variety of elements and colors!
• Completed model measures over 5" (14.5 cm) tall, 12" (32 cm) long and 2.5" (6.5 cm) wide!
• Each individual building measures 2.5" (6.5 cm) long and 2.5" (6.5 cm) wide!"

Volkswagen T1 Camper Van #10220

Recreate every detail from this iconic classic!
The LEGO 10220 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van is out. Currently selling on LEGO for GBP79.99, CAD 129.99, USD119.99, EUR99.99
This set is designed to be an authentic replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962. Every iconic feature is present! Could be a great Christmas present. Seeing as this is new and exclusive, purchases are currently restricted to 5 per customer. VIP members get points too. Happy days!

Order yours here

2012 LEGO Sets Available for Pre-Order

News doing the rounds in the LEGO world this week is the 2012 LEGO sets available on Barnes & Noble for pre-order. I have published the list with their prices in US Dollars below. If you would like to see these sets, I have linked each set to the main item page on BN site for details of the particular set you might be interested in.
Here we go!

LEGO Cars / Racers:

• Agent Mater's Escape (9483) – $13.45
• Red's Water Rescue (9484)  – $17.95
• Ultimate Race Set (9485) – $26.95
• Oil Rig Escape (9486) – $44.95

LEGO City:

• 4×4 Fire Truck (4208)  – $17.95
• Fire Plane (4209)  – $53.95
• Fire ATV (4427)  – $5.35
• Ambulance (4431)  – $17.95
• Garbage Truck (4432) – $17.95
• Dirt Bike Transporter (4433)  – $17.95
• Tipper Truck (4434)  – $17.95
• Car & Caravan (4435) – $17.95
• Patrol Car (4436)  – $9.85
• Police Pursuit (4437) – $15.25
• Heavy Lift Helicopter (4439)  – $44.95
• Forest Police Station (4440) – $71.95
• Police Dog Van (4441) – $31.45

LEGO Creator:

• Super Soarer (6912)  – $11.65
• Blue Roadster (6913) – $11.65
• Prehistoric Hunters (6914) – $13.45
• Street Rebel (7291) target="_about" – $17.95
• Propeller Adventures (7292) – $17.95
• Cool Cruiser 5767 – $39.99

LEGO Dino:

• Ambush Attack (5882) – $8.95
• Tower Takedown (5883) – $17.95
• Raptor Chase (5884) – $26.95
• Triceratops Trapper (5885) – $44.95
• T-Rex Hunter (5886) – $62.95
• Dino Defense HQ (5887) – $89.06

LEGO DUPLO Disney Princess:

• Princess 1 (6151) – $11.65
• Princess 2 (6152) – $13.45
• Princess 3 (6152) – $22.45
• Princess 4 (6154) – $44.95

LEGO Friends:

• City Park Cafe (3061) – $26.95
• Olivia's Tree House (3065) – $17.95
• Stephanie's Cool Convertible (3183) – $13.45
• Butterfly Beauty Shop (3187) – $22.45
• Heartlake Vet (3188) – $35.95
• Olivia's House (3315) – $62.95
• Stephanie's Outdoor Bakery (3930) – $5.35
• Emma's Splash Pool (3931) – $5.35
• Andrea's Stage (3932) – $8.95
• Olivia's Inventor's Workshop (3933) – $8.95
• Mia's Puppy House (3934) – $8.95
• Stephanie's Pet Patrol (3935) – $8.95
• Emma's Design Studio (3936) – $8.95
• Heartlake Dog Show (3942) – $17.95

LEGO Games:

• Kokoriko (3863) – $8.95
• City Alarm (3865) – $17.95

LEGO Hero Factory:

• ROCKA (6202) – $11.65
• OVERLORDE (6203) – $17.95
• SPLITFACE (6218) – $11.65
• FURNO (6293) – $11.65

LEGO Ninjago:

• Venomari Shrine (9440) – $6.25
• Kai's Blade Cycle (9441) – $13.45
• Jays Storm Fighter (9442) – $22.45
• Rattlecopter (9443) – $26.95
• Cole's Tread Assault (9444) – $35.95
• Fangpyre Truck Ambush (9445) – $44.95
• Destinys Bounty (9446) – $71.95
• Kendo Cole (9551) – $4.45
• Lloyd Gamadon (9552) – $4.45
• Lightning Ninja Jay (9553) – $4.45
• Training Set (9558) – $17.95
• Fire Ninja Kai (9561) – $8.95
• Lasha (9562) – $8.95
• Kendo Zane (9563) – $8.95
• Snappa (9564) – $8.95
• Samurai (9566) – $8.95
• Fang-Suei (9567) – $8.95
• Starter Pack (9579) – $17.95

LEGO Spongebob Squarepants:

• The Flying Dutchman (3817) – $22.45
• Bikini Bottom Birthday Party (3818) – $44.95 

LEGO Star Wars:

• ARC Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack (9488) – $11.65
• Endor Rebel Trooper & Imperial Trooper Battle Pack (9489) – $11.65
• Droid Escape (9490) – $17.95
• Geonosian Cannon (9491) – $17.95
• TIE Fighter (9492) – $44.95
• X-Wing Starfighter (9493) – $53.95
• Naboo Starfighter & Naboo (9674) – $8.95
• Sebulba's Podracer & Tatooine (9675) – $8.95
• TIE Interceptor & Death Star (9676) – $8.95

LEGO Super Heroes:

• DC 1 (6858) – $10.75
• DC 2 (6860) – $62.95
• DC 3 (6862) – $17.95
• DC 4 (6863) – $26.95
• DC 5 (6864) – $44.95

LEGO Technic:

• Mini Tow Truck (9390) – $10.75
• Mini Crane – (9391)  $17.95
• Quad Bike (9392) – $22.45
• Jet Plane (9394) – $44.95
• Pick-up Tow Truck (9395) – $62.95

LEGO Ultra Build:

• Batman (4526) – $13.45
• Joker (4527) – $13.45
• Green Lantern (4528) – $13.45

Mind you, the images for these sets have not been made available as at the time of posting this so don't be disappointed if you don't see any.  In time they will be made available once LEGO release them.
The list might not be exhaustive so if you know any more that is not here, do let us know

The LEGO® 2011 Design Challenge is On!

The 2011 LEGO® design challenge is based on the LEGO® Exclusive set Winter Village Post Office. If you are creative and would like to enter this year's competition, you haven't got long to enter. You've got to act fast because the competition is open till the 1st of October, 2011.
The challenge is to design your own Christmas themed LEGO® 'Postage Stamp' by following these simple steps. Download the official entry form and the Stamp template from the LEGO website (link provided below), design your Christmas themed  LEGO® 'Postage Stamp' by following the guidelines provided, and upload your design and completed entry form to the email address provided for this competition.
After that, keep your fingers crossed because the 50 finalists receive The new LEGO® Winter Village Post Office set which is due for release on the 1st of October 2011.
If your design comes up on top, well, you're in for a treat. You will receive Your Design featured on the November 2011 LEGO Catalogue and also, Your Design Professionally built as a LEGO Mosaic. How cool would that be!

Click here for details about the competition

The LEGO Ultimate Christmas Wish List

LEGO has published the Ultimate Christmas Wish List ideas for 2011 Christmas for every LEGO fan. So if you're planning to surprise a LEGO fan or an enthusiast with a set this Christmas, the list may be a good idea to start looking for the perfect present. The list has been based on a variety of fan-favourite LEGO themes like the LEGO Technic, LEGO City, LEGO Ninjago, and more.

Here's what LEGO says in their own words "Whether your LEGO fan wants to defeat Lord Garmadon in the new Fire Temple from LEGO Ninjago or prefers the challenging building experience of the Pet Shop from LEGO Creator, exclusively available from the Official LEGO shop – there is something for everyone on your list! Don’t miss out on these ultimate Christmas gift ideas!"

The main items on the List are The LEGO City Police Station #7498, LEGO Technic Super Car #8070, LEGO Pirates Queen Anne's Revenge #4194, and the LEGO Ninjago Fire Temple #2507. On the main item pages, there are suggestions to other sets you or the LEGO fan might be interested in. Dig deeper and i'm sure you'll find the perfect set for your LEGO Fan.

Argos 3 for 2 offer on Toys

Argos is currently running a 3 for 2 on all toys - on over 3,500 toys for a limited time only. Ends on the 21st of September 2011, to be precise so there isn't much time left if you plan on getting your favourite LEGO or any other toy Argos sells. This offer applies in-Store only and the discount is applied at the till so deal doesn't show if you try ordering online. Best is to reserve online and pick them up from their local store near you.
They have a good deal of LEGO on this offer the last time I checked but not sure how long they would be available for as such Argos offers are very popular.



Happy shopping!!

Special Offers with LEGO® Star Wars™

For the month of September 2011, LEGO.com is running a special offer for LEGO® Star Wars™ fans. Altogether there are four Star War sets that's on offer and for each that you purchase, there's a free gift. And to top it, all orders of £50 or more if you live in the United Kingdom, or $75 or more if you live in the United States or Canada, you get free a delivery.

Buy any one of the sets below and you would receive either a free Key Chain or a Magnet set
- FREE LEGO® Star Wars™ Magnet Set with purchase of LEGO Star Wars Death Star 10188!*
- FREE LEGO® Star Wars™ Magnet Set with purchase of LEGO Star Wars Republic Dropship with AT-OT Walker 10195!*
- FREE LEGO® Star Wars™ Magnet Set with purchase of LEGO Star Wars Tantive IV 10198!*
- FREE LEGO® Star Wars™ Key Chain with purchase of LEGO Star Wars Obi Wan's Jedi Starfighter 10215!*

*Terms and conditions apply and the details are available on LEGO site. Find details here

eBay All Things Star Wars Store

For all Star Wars fans, there's a new online shop by eBay where you could get everything Star Wars. Some of the categories you'll find here include Flims, Video Games, LEGO, Collectibles Figures, Clothing & Accessories, Comic Books, Costumes, Vintage Posters, Vintage Books, and Trading Cards. Makes shopping for your Star Wars items a lot easier if you just have to click a button and at a glance you could find all the items you want. Check it out here - eBay Everthing Star Wars

Use the Force For Good 
"Lucasfilm is asking fans to Use the Force for Good to support Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) in celebration of the September launch of Star Wars The Complete Saga on Blu-ray.
SU2C funds groundbreaking cancer research that will get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives. As part of that campaign, Lucasfilm has partnered with eBay to create this exclusive auction, allowing fans to bid on rare and exciting Star Wars items and experiences". You are invited to participate to help us Use the Force for Good!
The auction features one-of-a-kind VolksWagen Passat 2012 Star Wars Edition. According to the announcement, there are over a 100 specially selected Star Wars collectibles from Lucasfilm you could bid on. The auction runs from 16th to 26th of September 2011. More details here

*All information obtained from eBay UK

New LEGO Factory in Hungary

Although they have not announced the location of the factory in Hungary, LEGO is definately begining a contruction of a new factory in 2012. Expect an announcement for the specific location in the next 6 to 9 months. So if you live in Hungary, there's your heads up.
When completed, the factory is to cover 80,000 m² and energy friendly. This will replace present LEGO plant in Nyíregyháza. The new facility is expected to create 250 extra jobs according to the press release. Great news I would say! There is a detailed information of the press release here

Can you build your own Mini LEGO Model?

Each month since 2009, LEGO has been holding a hands-on mini model build event in LEGO stores. This event is held on the first Thursday of every month and the LEGO fan or enthusiast can learn how to build a mini model and take it home for free. This month's mini model build was the LEGO Scarecrow by a fan. 

You can learn how to build this model from the comfort of your home by following the instructions available via download from LEGO or the link below. Be aware this is only available for a limited time until Tuesday, 13th of September 2011.
Download the building instructions 

If you can't get to your local LEGO store for some reason, you can always build the Mini Model at home because LEGO posts the instructions online and you can use the pieces you have or order what you need from LEGO Pick a Brick Store.

Would you like to design your own?

This month, the LEGO store Mini Model Contest is back and LEGO is looking for a new mini model for September 2012. The instructions are that, it should be something that represents the month of September, and is made of 25-40 LEGO pieces. What you do is simply send a printed photo of the model you build  to your local LEGO Store and complete an entry form. 

Time to bring out your creative side hidden inside! 

  

All information on this page obtained from LEGO.com 

Stay tuned for the next monthly mini model build! A new, specially themed model will be available every month!