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11:06 PM
| Name of Model: My section of the CILTC-IndyLUG layout | | Created by: beatnik | | Found at: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=250211 | Details:
 This clever and detailed train layout is worth a look even though it is not yet complete. The roadways aren't typical LEGO roadways, but rather, are long walls of 1x2 bricks on their sides. This allows a little more give for more for flexible roadways, and also makes it easy to create dividing lines, lanes, etc. DUPLO bricks separate a lower level of the layout from an upper layer of the layout. There are other nice details too - overgrowth near the tracks, hinged details on bridges ...and of course, there's that set of train tracks leading into that railroad shed. That might not be subtle, but it is really well-done. |
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11:30 PM
| Name of Model: MINI # 487 Space Cruiser | | Created by: David Simmons | | Found at: http://www.xenobuzz.com/MyLegoCreations/Odds%20&%20Ends.htm | Details:
 An ever-growing number of LEGO builders have been taking up the task of recreating popular LEGO models in various scales. Although it's easy to see why an oversized model would be appealing, it's easy to overlook the creative uses of parts required to make miniature models. This particular model uses new 1x1 slope elements to recreate the front of the classic LEGO Space #487 Space Cruiser. Look closely and see if you can spot where studs-not-on-top bricks and offset plates were used. |
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10:21 PM
| Name of Model: Grandfather Clock | | Created by: Eric Harshbarger | | Found at: http://www.ericharshbarger.com/lego/clock.html | Details:
 Once upon a time, Eric Harshbarger thought he would never make LEGO furniture. After a while, he gave up in that idea to try some new challenges. One such challenge was that of a working Grandfather Clock made entirely out of LEGO (OK - so cheating was used for the clock's weights and the monofiliment line - but using real LEGO parts would have worn out the LEGO parts extremely quickly). This particular one is the second draft of that model, featuring rarer LEGO parts that allow the clock to run longer, be more durable, and have more precision in telling the time. Of course, the technical works and gear ratios and such are fascinating, but it's also striking just how many parts are required to build this model (it really is a life-size piece of furniture) and the way that the details of the clock's body have been carefully sculpted out of standard LEGO bricks. The roman numerals on the clock's face are a clever studs-not-on-top inlay as well (this allows for comparatively "high-resolution" text). The clock face also has a few small gears on it that solve the coaxial rotation problem. This is just a great model overall - you should really take the time to look at the link above. | | (This is Friday's model of the day.) |
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2:22 PM
| Name of Model: HombaMkII - A New Version of the Homba 7033 | | Created by: imhotepidus | | Found at: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=243437 | Details:
 If you've been following the newer LEGO models and building trends, then you've probably already seen quite a few LEGO models that try to avoid looking like LEGO models. New curved elements go with other large parts, older tiles, and older slopes and suddenly you can have a whole LEGO model with none of the familiar LEGO studs facing outwards. This model is particularly interesting because it uses tiles and arch elements to smooth the outside of the model, but still uses more traditional LEGO "sculpting" techniques to make curvature in the other direction. Also, there are some interesting details (some are custom details, but most are just some of the less common LEGO elements). Oh, and did I mention that it's a cool spaceship! | | (This is Wednesday's model of the day.) |
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