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LEGO Creator Expert and Unikitty Haul = Fairground play time?

May 1, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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LEGO Creator Expert and Unikitty Haul = Fairground play time? Join Joss and me (and a screaming baby) as I share a special memory of a trip we had to New York City when she was young! The Creator Expert set brings back some fond memories of her when she was younger. And we LOVE Unikitty in our house so come to the Unikingdom with us!

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First up, an apology. I had not realised our baby was crying the loudly – I was in the zone (and my wife is with her). So that is why there is background music. And she’s teething if you’re wondering why she’s crying – poor nugget.

So we went to New York City 2 years ago when Joss was still only 2. In DUMBO – Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass – there is a spectacular old Carousel, called Jane’s Carousel. It’s was built in 1922 and was preserved under a glass roof and makes children very happy! We ended most of our days taking the kids on it! If you want to know more, you can read it here!

So that inspired me to get the LEGO Creator Expert Carousel (10257). It’s a beautiful LEGO set and really captured the magic of the Fairground for me. I’m hoping I can do something to make it look a little bit like Jane’s Carousel. Perhaps with a simple roof and some tiling. And I’ll probably rename it to Joss’ Carousel.

The other set in this haul is LEGO Unikitty: Unikingdom Fairground Fun (41456). This is a set that my wife insisted I get as our house really loves how much fun – and how crazy – the Unikitty cartoon is. And this set really captures that! But, when it goes into our LEGO City, Studsburg, it will be converted to be minifigure friendly with Unikitty and her Pals working in the park!

And, as you can tell, Joss was itching to get on with the next video which was building a LEGO Movie 2 set that she had picked out for herself!

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego
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Filed Under: LEGO News

Even More LEGO 2019 Summer sets!

April 27, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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Another batch of LEGO 2019 Summer Sets! Phew! It never ends and what a line up they’re giving us! I just hope our bank accounts can take it! [Read more…] about Even More LEGO 2019 Summer sets!

Filed Under: LEGO 2019, LEGO News Tagged With: Australian AFOL, Battle of Hoth, buckbeak, hagrid, harry, harry potter, LEGO, LEGO 2019, lego 2019 summer sets, lego 2019 summer sets pictures, lego friends, LEGO Star Wars, lego star wars 20th anniversary sets, patronus, potter, Star Wars

Moar LEGO 2019 Summer sets! Harry Potter, Star Wars and Dragons! [News]

April 26, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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Moar LEGO 2019 Summer sets! Harry Potter, Star Wars and Dragons! [News] It’s May 4th soon, so that means time for the Star Wars Promotion. The first international regional set? The 2nd wave of Harry Potter sets and the best LEGO Friends sets yet?

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In this video, I’ll give you my thoughts on the upcoming lineup for the next wave of Harry Potter sets, the May 4th LEGO Star Wars Promotion, The final 2019 Friends Sets and our first international (but local – meaning Asia) set following LEGO announcement about exclusives changing.

In this video I’ll go talk you through:

Lunar New Year:
– Dragon Boat Race (80103)

LEGO Star Wars May the 4th Promotion:
– Battle of Hoth – 20th Anniversary Edition (40333)

LEGO Harry Potter 2019 sets:
– Expecto Patronum (75945)
– Hungarian Horntail Triwizard Challenge (75946)
– Hagrid’s Hut (75947)
– Hogwarts Clock Tower (75948)

LEGO Friends 2019 set:
– Turtle Rescue (41376)
– Dolphin Rescue (41378)
– Rescue Lighthouse (41380)
– Lifeboat (41381)

Check out the previous LEGO 2019 Summer Set videos:
LEGO Summer 2019 Sets Preview! Is LEGO returning to space? [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3y4xZYNPQ4

EVEN More LEGO Summer 2019 sets previewed! [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQib60Ud2co

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego
#bricktubers
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO 2019 Summer Sets Preview! Returning to space!

April 25, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO summer 2019 sets previewReading Time: < 1 minute

LEGO SUMMER 2019 SETS PREVIEW! RETURNING TO SPACE! Yes, you read that right! LEGO Space sets. Not quite the classic line up but a modern take on the upcoming missions to Mars that are planned. [Read more…] about LEGO 2019 Summer Sets Preview! Returning to space!

Filed Under: LEGO 2019, LEGO News Tagged With: astronaut, Australian AFOL, LEGO, LEGO 2019, LEGO City, lego city 2019, LEGO Creator, lego powered up, LEGO Space, lego summer 2019 sets, maintenance mission shuttle, mars, mars research shuttle, mars rover, mission to mars, moon base, People Pack, rocket, Space, space research rocket control center, space shuttle, townhouse and pet shop

EVEN MORE LEGO 2019 Summer Sets Previewed! And LEGO Listened to us? [News]

April 25, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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EVEN MORE LEGO 2019 SUMMER SETS PREVIEWED! AND LEGO LISTENED TO US? This video I’ll discuss LEGO Listening to us. The upcoming LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar look ferocious. The new LEGO City sets look good enough to eat. And there’s a carnival vibe in the LEGO Friends Heartlake City!

Check out our latest LEGO City Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTFB3ZqRtAI
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First off, LEGO has changed their policy on regional and stores exclusives to be limited to only LEGO Stores, Parks and LEGO House. Otherwise, they’ll be global releases. Hooray!

In this video, I’ll give you my thoughts on the upcoming lineup for the LEGO City Space sets, New LEGO Creator 2019 sets, Powered Up accessories (finally) and the 2 new architecture sets.

You can guess from the title that having LEGO Space back in appeals the most to me. In this video I’ll go through:

– Dilophosaurus on the Loose (75934)
– Baryonyx Face-Off: The Treasure Hunt (75935)
– Triceratops Rampage (75937)
– T. rex vs Dino-Mech Battle (75938)
– Fire Truck (60231)
– Garage (60232)
– Donut Shop Opening (60233)
– People Pack (60234)
– Heartlake City Fairground Pier (41375)
– Andrea’s Pool Party (41374)
– Octopus Ride (41373)
– Stephanie’s Gymnastics Show (41372)
– Mia’s Horse Trailer (41371)
– Underwater Carnival (41337)
– Heartlake City Supermarket (41362)
– Heartlake City Restaurant (41379)

Check out the previous LEGO 2019 Summer Set videos:
LEGO Summer 2019 Sets Preview! Is LEGO returning to space? [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3y4xZYNPQ4

Another 10 Fantastic LEGO Summer 2019 sets you have to see! [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hryzlEKrupw

That’s a big line up! Naturally, the LEGO Jurassic World sets interest me the most being a massive Jurassic Park fan. But the rest of the sets shown here all have potential. And the new people pack will be a must for my Theme Park area!

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego
#gjbricks
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

Talking With LEGO BrickTuber: @BrickBakery

April 25, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Today I’m talking with Jakob from Brick Bakery. He has one of the most fabulous – that’s a word he would use – LEGO Channels on YouTube! I’ve been a fan of his for a long time and we both started our channels around the same time and have grown and supported each other over that time.

Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
And his amazing interview with LEGO BrickTuber GJBricks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQX9i9y9xxY

Subscribe to join my LEGO Building Journey – it’s Free! http://bit.ly/2LCmzIC
Introducing the BrickTubers Network: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jcWHuG-J2g
Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/gjbricks
Visit my website: https://gjbricks.com

In this video series, we ask each other some hard-hitting, cut to the bone questions about LEGO, MOCs, Colours and more!

My questions for him are:

– what are your favourite brick, colour and line of LEGO?
– what is your fondest LEGO memory?
– when do you think the golden age of LEGO was and why?
– what are the ingredients to bake a great moc?
– if you could do one thing differently with LEGO what would it be?

As you can tell, my journalistic questioning skills are strong! But I hope you enjoy his answers! And don’t forget to scroll down the page and check out the BrickTuber group that BrickBakery is a member of!

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

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GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego
#bricktubers
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO 2019 Summer Sets Preview! Is LEGO returning to space? [News]

April 23, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

LEGO 2019 SUMMER SETS PREVIEW! IS LEGO RETURNING TO SPACE? Yes, you read that right! LEGO Space sets. Not quite the classic line up but a modern take on the upcoming missions to Mars that are planned.

Checkout: EVEN More LEGO Summer 2019 sets previewed! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQib60Ud2co

Subscribe to join my LEGO Building Journey – it’s Free! http://bit.ly/2LCmzIC
Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/gjbricks
Visit my website: https://gjbricks.com
Check out my Interview with LEGO BrickTube: BrickBakery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2MTwoB2cKI

In this video, I’ll give you my thoughts on the upcoming lineup for the LEGO City Space sets, New LEGO Creator 2019 sets, Powered Up accessories (finally) and the 2 new architecture sets.

You can guess from the title that having LEGO Space back in appeals the most to me. In this video I’ll go through:

– Maintenance Mission Shuttle (60224)
– Rover Test Drive (60225)
– Mars Research Shuttle (60226)
– Moon Base (60227)
– Space Research Rocket Control Center (60228)
– People Pack (60230)
– LEGO Creator Townhouse and Pet Shop (31097)
– LEGO Creator Carousel (31095)
– LEGO Creator Double Rotor Helicopter (31098)
– LEGO Creator Wilderness Cabin (31098)
– LEGO Powered Up Components

Check out the previous LEGO 2019 Summer Set videos:
EVEN More LEGO Summer 2019 sets previewed! [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQib60Ud2co

Another 10 Fantastic LEGO Summer 2019 sets you have to see! [News]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hryzlEKrupw

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

========

GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys
Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery
Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville
Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick
GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks
Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

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The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego
#gjbricks
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

BrickTubers Network LEGO Live Stream #1

April 20, 2019 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

BrickTubers Network LEGO Live Stream #1! Featuring @GJBricks, @SmallBrickCity & @DrMcBrick! Join us for our first ever stream! Our topics are:

– What makes a great LEGO City?
– Is LEGO’s AFOL strategy moving them away from younger audiences?

Subscribe to join my LEGO Building Journey – it’s Free! http://bit.ly/2LCmzIC
Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/gjbricks
Visit my website: https://gjbricks.com

We’ll be having a casual chat about LEGO. Going deep into LEGO Lore and JC’s proposed pyramid scheme. And then we’ll be taking questions from you, the viewers! Come and join us!

Dr McBrick is bringing family-oriented LEGO videos to you each week that feature MOCs, reviews, how-to’s, and especially updates of my ever-expanding and busy LEGO City of Figsdale.

Small Brick City wants to help you build a custom LEGO city, regardless of the space you have. Size doesn’t always matter when it comes to building an awesome brick city! Design, concept, back story, the scale of complexity and details are more important factors in creating a great LEGO city.’

GJBricks is a part-time entrepreneur, full-time dad and lifetime LEGO Fanatic! Join me and my family on our LEGO Journey! We’re LEGO builders who are all about the joy of the building, playing and sharing LEGO creates!

GJBricks is part of BrickTubers Network (https://thebricktubers.com) that includes awesome LEGO channels such as:

BlockheadUK https://www.youtube.com/blockheaduk

Brick After Brick Toys https://www.youtube.com/brickafterbricktoys

Brick Bakery https://www.youtube.com/brickbakery

Bricksonville https://www.youtube.com/bricksonville

Dr McBrick https://www.youtube.com/drmcbrick

GJBricks https://www.youtube.com/gjbricks

Small Brick City https://www.youtube.com/smallbrickcity

Let me know what you think along with suggestions when you’ve finished watching the video and don’t forget to like it!

And if you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and turn on the “bell” to get the latest updates and see what I’ve been up to!

========

The GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel is all about the happiness we get from LEGO! My kids already love Lego and I’m a lifelong AFOL and this channel is all about sharing the joy we get from LEGO Creations.

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

#lego #bricktubers
#bricktubersnetwork

Filed Under: LEGO News

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