BRICK TRICK

2012 FLOWER GARDEN and BENCH KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2012-01-17T14:28:00.001-08:00

Above: The new 2012 FLOWER GARDEN and BENCH kit shown assembled with gal pal Sophia.

2012 FLOWER GARDEN and BENCH KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and written directions identical to the printed instructions which come with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude on Ebay®.

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Below: Parts included in this custom kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark green 6x10 plate
7 green bamboo leaf parts
1 reddish-brown 2x6 plate
2 reddish-brown 1x2 palisade bricks
4 tan 1x1 bricks
2 red transparent 1x1 tiles
1 tan 1x6 brick
1 dark purple 1x1 cap
1 orange 1x1 cap
2 lime 1x1 caps
3 dark tan 2x2 tiles
1 black 1x4 lattice fence
1 white 2x2 flower
2 yellow 2x2 flowers
1 blue 2x2 flower
2 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers
2 sprues of 4 red flowers
4 green stalks with 3 stems

GAL PAL Minifigure “Sophia” is assembled.
1 dark brown “ponytail with side bangs” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 white/blue printed torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Add tan 1x6 brick to dark green 6x10 plate as shown. Form bench by adding 2x6 plate to 1x2 palisade bricks. Create 2 stacks of 2 tan 1x1 bricks and top with red transparent 1x1 tiles. Place 1x1 caps on 2x2 flowers as shown. Build a stack of 2 and 3 bamboo leaf parts. Add 2x2 flowers with caps to leaf parts. Remove small flowers from sprues and place on green stalks with 3 stems. Stack 2 stems together to form 2 bouquets of small flowers.

Step 2: Add tan posts and black lattice fence to tan 1x6 brick. Place dark tan 2x2 tiles on dark green 6x10 plate at front. Add bench as shown.

Step 3: Add bouquets to front corners of 6x10 plate. Add 2x2 flowers/leaf parts to layout as shown or any way that suits your gardening taste.

"BLING" DRUM GIRL & STAGE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-12-10T20:52:00.001-08:00

Above: The "BLING" DRUM GIRL and STAGE kit shown assembled.

"BLING" DRUM GIRL and STAGE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical to the printed directions which are included with this custom building kit designed by BRICK TRICK and available only from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom kit.

PARTS LIST
2 dark aqua 2x8 plates
1 white 2x2 brick
2 reddish-brown light sabers
1 white antennae pole
2 dark pink trans. 2x2 parabolas
2 pearl gold 2x2 round tiles
2 med. blue trans. 1x2x5 bricks
2 magenta 1x2 bricks
2 white 1x4 bricks
2 white 1x6 bricks
4 white 1x1 tiles with clip
4 white 1x2 plates w/bar
1 white 1x8 tile
2 white 1x2 cylinders
1 white 1x1 brick
1 white 1x1 brick with side peg
1 dark blue trans. 1x1 cap
1 yellow trans. 1x1 cap
1 med. blue trans. 1x1 cap
1 red trans. 1x1 cap
2 neon orange trans. flames

GAL PAL Minifigure “Sheila” is assembled.
1 black long wig
1 female head w/red lipstick
1 white printed torso with dollar-sign bling pendant
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Place med. blue trans. 1x2x5 bricks on top of magenta 1x2 bricks. Place transparent caps in white 1x1 tiles with clip to create spotlights. Stack white 1x1 brick on top of white 1x1 brick with peg on one side. Slip dark pink trans. parabolas on white antennae, with the bottom parabola upside down. This creates the drum set symbols. Put flames in white cylinders for pyrotechnics.

Step 2: Snap both white 1x4 and 1x6 bricks on to the underside perimeter of the dark aqua 2x8 plates to build the stage platform.

Step 3: Add 2x2 brick for stool.

Step 4: Add round tiles to drum base.

Step 5: Build the backdrop by snapping the spotlights built in Step 2 on to the white 1x2 plates with bars. Add to the underside of the white 1x8 tile. Stack light assembly on top of medium blue trans. 1x2x5 and magenta 1x2 bricks.

Step 6: Carefully attach the backdrop on stage over the drummer seat. Add flaming pyrotechnics at corners. Place drum set and symbols as shown. Add brown sabers to minifig hands to serve as drumsticks. Now you’re ready to rock!

HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT

2011-11-22T10:04:00.000-08:00

Above: The HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT built by BrickTrick artists on the hearth of an unused fireplace.

HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT

Last year we wanted to have a train set-up in our personal residence for the holiday season. Of course we don't really have any space for a train layout installation anywhere in our house. Well, until we got a little more creative, that is. We are fortunate to have a nice granite fireplace, though since we don't need it for heat and burning wood is bad for the environment, the fireplace sits empty and unused all year long.

After some careful measuring we determined that a full circle train layout would just fit on the hearth and inside the fireplace itself. We liked the idea of the train "disappearing" into a tunnel and then coming back out again. It took some careful figuring to get the tracks to stay in place, but once the track was installed we were off creating a variety of buildings and other items, which wound up including custom-built train cars. More pictures documenting this project follow in this posting.

What are we building for 2011? A train layout with two tracks, one of which is a "subway".

Enjoy!

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Above: This shot gives an overview of the project with the train tracks installed and several base plates arranged to accommodate structures.

Above: This image shows the entire fireplace which is in the corner at the end of a great room space.

Above: An area within the tracks is to serve as a public plaza for the HOLIDAY TOWN and has an ice skating area. The technique shown here where small plates and caps surround the train tracks is called "ballasting" and is intended to have the look of a gravel bed supporting the tracks.

Above: A large facade for one of the HOLIDAY TOWN "high rise" buildings was constructed on a table top and moved to the layout for installation.

Above: More buildings have been installed on the right side of the layout and a green train is being test-run on the tracks to be sure the train can clear the tunnel entrance and exit.

Above: Large "high rise" buildings have been installed to begin to enclose the fireplace opening.

Above: The powder blue building houses a costume shop on level one and two. The top floor is the "Sky Lounge" and patrons await the tree lighting ceremony.

Above: The holiday tree is installed, though it doesn't have its decorations and "lights" yet.

Above: Nearly all of the buildings have been put in place and some custom train cars in a holiday color scheme of red, green and white are being test-run on the train tracks.

Above: "Party Cars" are part of the HOLIDAY TRAIN and passengers can eat and drink while enjoying the view of the skaters on the ice, as well as the many holiday decorations throughout the "plaza" area while riding in the open-air train cars. One open-top train car has a tree and gifts which are going to be donated.

Above: An overview of the completed HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT project. The blue building on the left side of the layout is an apartment complex, the gray building with the clock tower behind the ice rink is the TOWN HALL.

Above: Cheerleaders wave their pom-poms from the side of the ice rink while the skaters show off their moves. Minifigure artists have just finished the "ice sculpture" ANGEL located in front of the holiday tree. Under the tree is SANTA in a big red chair.

Above: Some of the smaller buildings at the right front of the layout include colorful homes.

Above: The completed HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT with the RED PARTY TRAIN running around the track.

Above: Another vantage point shows the HOLIDAY TRAIN and TOWN LAYOUT completely finished with the RED PARTY TRAIN in motion.

LIME AIRPLANE CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-11-21T13:47:00.001-08:00

Above: The LIME AIRPLANE custom kit shown assembled with female minifigure "Molly".

LIME AIRPLANE CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and instructions identical to the printed directions which are included with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 white 1x2 tile w/tail fin
1 black/white steering wheel
1 light gray 1x2 plate w/bar
1 clear transparent 2x2 45-degree slope
1 black propeller
1 dark gray 1x2 brick w/stud
1 yellow 2x8 plate
1 light gray 2x8 plate
1 dark gray 2x4 plate
2 lime 2x2 bricks
2 white 1x2 grills
8 lime 1x2 smooth tiles
3 lime 1x2 plates
2 light gray rims
2 black wide rubber tires
1 light gray 2x2 axle plate

Minifigure Pilot “Molly” is assembled and includes:
1 brown ponytail wig
1 female head with red lipstick and alternate face on back
1 blue/white “overall” torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Attach propeller to dark gray 1x2 brick with stud. Add 1 lime 1x2 tile to clear 2x2 slope. Add tires to rims. Place light gray 1x2 plate with bar and white tail fin on dark gray 2x4 plate as shown.

Step 2: Add 1 lime 1x2 tile to dark gray 1x2 brick. Place 2 lime 1x2 tiles on tail fin assembly. Put clear slope/lime tile on yellow 2x8 plate. Add lime tiles and white grills to yellow 2x8 plate as shown. Snap lime 2x2 bricks on to light gray 2x8 plate; add the 3 lime 1x2 plates as shown. Attach wheels to light gray axle plate.

Step 3: Attach the propeller assembly to front of light gray 2x8 plate. Add wing assembly to front 2x2 lime brick. Add steering wheel to front lime 1x2 plate. Attach tail fin assembly to the rear lime 2x2 brick.

Step 4: Attach the wheel assembly to the bottom of the light gray 2x8 plate.

Notes: Add your minifigure pilot and you’re ready to fly.

YELLOW GARDEN ARBOR • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-11-17T13:19:00.001-08:00

Above: A new custom kit from BrickTrickDude, the Yellow Garden Arbor shown assembled.

YELLOW GARDEN ARBOR • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

We've been busy designing and testing new kit ideas here in the BrickTrick studio. The YELLOW GARDEN ARBOR is one of our latest creations now available just in time for holiday shopping on Ebay®.

This posting contains images and instructions identical to the printed directions which come inside of each BrickTrickDude custom kit.

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Below: Parts included in the YELLOW GARDEN ARBOR custom kit.

PARTS LIST
3 green leaf parts
1 dark green 6x10 plate
3 dark pink 1x1 flower caps
2 bright pink 1x1 caps
8 green stalks with 3 stems
1 yellow 1x2x6 arch brick
4 yellow 1x1 bricks
4 yellow 1x1 cylinders
6 yellow 2x2 tiles
1 lime 1x2 plate
2 lime 1x2 tiles
3 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers
3 sprues of 4 red flowers

GAL PAL minifigure “Tiffany” is assembled and includes:
1 black “ponytail” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 blue/white “overall” torso
1 blue hips/legs
1 reddish-brown push broom

Step 1: Add yellow 2x2 tiles to dark green 6x10 plate. Place dark pink 1x1 flower caps and bright pink 1x1 caps on green leaf parts as shown. Twist flowers off sprues, place on stems of green stalks to create 4 sets of 3 dark pink flowers and 4 sets of 3 red flowers. Stack pink flower stems on top of red flower stems to form 4 plants. Add lime 1x2 plate and lime 1x2 tiles to top of yellow 1x2x6 arch brick. Alternately stack 2 yellow 1x1 bricks and 2 yellow 1x1 cylinders. Add each stack to bottom of yellow arch.

Step 2: Add archway to dark green 6x10 plate. Attach 2 green leaf parts to pegs on lime 1x2 plate as shown. Add remaining green leaf to peg of right leaf, facing to front.

Notes: Close-up shows leaf parts on top of yellow arbor.

Step 3: Place flowers on pegs of the dark green 6x10 plate along yellow tile walkway. Add your minifigure and you’re ready for a day in the garden.

PURPLE & AQUA SNOWMOBILE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-11-11T13:11:00.000-08:00

Above: The PURPLE & AQUA SNOWMOBILE kit shown assembled with female minifigure "Chelsea".

PURPLE & AQUA SNOWMOBILE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and instructions identical to the printed directions which come with this custom building kit available from BrickTrickDude exclusively on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark aqua 2x8 plate
1 clear trans. 2x2 45-degree slope
1 silver 2x2 engine brick
2 dark purple 1x3 33-degree slopes
1 black 1x2 plate
2 yellow trans. 1x1 caps
1 black 1x2 grill
2 red trans. 1x1 plates
1 dark purple 1x2 brick
1 dark purple 2x3 plate
3 black 1x2 plates w/handles
2 dark purple 2x4 mudguards

Step 1: Place both dark purple 1x3 slopes on dark aqua 2x8 plate. Add dark purple 2x3 plate to dark aqua 2x8 plate as shown. Snap black 1x2 grill on clear 2x2 slope. Add 1 black 1x2 plate with handles to dark purple 1x2 brick. Place 2 remaining black 1x2 plates with handles on bottoms of dark purple 2x4 mudguards.

Step 2: Place black 1x2 plate on top of pegs of dark purple 1x3 slopes. Add dark purple 1x2 brick with black handle to dark aqua 2x8 plate as shown. Attach red transparent 1x1 plates to dark aqua 2x8 plate.

Step 3: Attach the windshield assembly as shown. Add silver 2x2 engine brick.

Step 4: Place both dark purple 2x4 mudguards with black 1x2 plate w/handles assemblies on bottom of dark aqua 2x8 plate. Snap yellow transparent 1x1 caps on to front underside of dark aqua 2x8 plate as shown.

Notes: Add your snowmobile driver and you are ready for adventures in any brick winter wonderland!

Above: PURPLE & AQUA SNOWMOBILE shown assembled with boy minifigure "Chuck".

VEGETABLE GARDEN • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-11-04T20:16:00.000-07:00

Above: The VEGETABLE GARDEN custom building kit shown assembled with male minifigure, "Tyler".

VEGETABLE GARDEN • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions included with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude only on Ebay®.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark tan 6x8 plate
2 reddish-brown 1x1 bricks
2 green 3x4 leaf parts
5 red 1x1 caps
3 orange 1x1 caps
2 yellow 1x1 cylinders
1 white 1x4 picket fence
4 lime 1x1 bricks
2 green transparent 1x1 tiles
15 green stalks with 3 stems

GUY PAL Minifigure “Tyler” is assembled.
1 black wig
1 male head w/scruff beard
1 blue/white “overall” torso
1 blue hips/legs
1 dark bluish gray shovel

Step 1: Add white picket fence and orange 1x1 caps, (carrots), to dark tan 6x8 plate as shown. Build 2 stacks of 2 lime 1x1 bricks and top with green transparent 1x1 tiles to serve as the “fence posts”. Place 1x1 red caps on green 3x4 leaf parts as shown to create the tomato plant branches. Assemble 2 stacks of 6 green stalks with
3 stems to build the “corn stalks”.

Step 2: Add lime fence posts to either side of picket. Place remaining green stalks on top of the orange 1x1 caps. Stack reddish-brown bricks with leaf parts to create tomato plant. Add yellow cylinders to finish corn stalks.

Step 3: Add tomato plant to back left corner peg. Place corn stalks and your veggie garden is ready to grow. You can also rearrange plants to suit your gardening preferences.

FLOWER GARDEN & BENCH KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-10-25T09:46:00.001-07:00

Above: The 2011 FLOWER GARDEN & BENCH kit shown fully assembled with gal pal minifigure Sophia.

FLOWER GARDEN & BENCH KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical to the printed directions which come with this custom building kit from BrickTrickDude available exclusively on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the FLOWER GARDEN & BENCH custom building kit.

Parts List
1 dark green 6x10 plate
7 green bamboo leaf parts
1 reddish-brown 2x6 plate
2 reddish-brown
1x2 palisade bricks
4 lime 1x1 bricks
2 green transparent 1x1 tiles
2 lime 1x3 bricks
1 dark purple 1x1 cap
1 orange 1x1 cap
1 lime 1x1 cap
1 red 1x1 cap
3 dark tan 2x2 tiles
1 white 1x4 picket fence
1 dark pink trans. 2x2 flower
2 yellow 2x2 flowers
1 blue 2x2 flower
2 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers
2 sprues of 4 red flowers
4 green stalks with 3 stems

GAL PAL Minifigure “Sophia” is assembled.
1 light yellow “ponytail” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows with red lipstick/alternate face on back of head
1 magenta/grey printed torso
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Add lime 1x3 bricks to dark green 6x10 plate as shown.
Form bench by adding 2x6 plate to 1x2 palisade bricks. Create 2 stacks of 2 lime 1x1 bricks and top with green transparent 1x1 tiles. Place 1x1 caps on 2x2 flowers as shown. Build a stack of 2 and 3 bamboo leaf parts. Add 2x2 flowers with caps to leaf parts. Remove small flowers from sprues and place on green stalks with 3 stems. Stack 2 stems together to form 2 bouquets of small flowers.

Step 2: Add lime posts and white picket fence to lime 1x3 bricks. Place dark tan 2x2 tiles on dark green 6x10 plate at front. Add bench as shown.

Step 3: Add bouquets to front corners of 6x10 plate. Add 2x2 flowers/leaf parts to layout as shown or any way that suits your gardening taste.

CUSTOM ARTIST MIX of BRICKS & PARTS

2011-10-12T19:48:00.000-07:00

Above: Custom "ARTIST MIX" contains hard-to-find colors and other cool parts.

CUSTOM ARTIST MIX of BRICKS & PARTS
PINK • AQUA • PURPLE • LIME • ORANGE • MORE

The image in this posting shows the custom "ARTIST MIX" sold by BrickTrickDude on Ebay. This custom collection of 205 new bricks/parts offers hard-to-find colors, transparent and small detail parts packed in a zip bag. It's one of BrickTrickDude's best selling items. View the listing on Ebay and start your holiday shopping now, CLICK HERE.

DARK PURPLE OASIS MOTEL & ROOF TOP POOL

2011-09-14T20:35:00.000-07:00

Above: The DARK PURPLE OASIS MOTEL & ROOF TOP POOL custom building sculpture.

DARK PURPLE OASIS MOTEL & ROOF TOP POOL

This posting features images for another BrickTrickDude custom building. The stylish, mid-century inspired, PURPLE “OASIS” MOTEL & POOL is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The PURPLE “OASIS” MOTEL & POOL project features 3 stories of space and a roof deck constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a palm tree and plants, as well as a cool tile design in the sidewalk delineating the motel entrance. The building itself is a stylized creation reminiscent of 1950’s era motels of the past. The second floor exterior has big “glass” windows and letters that form part of the signage, while the third floor exterior has more glass and 2 additional letters forming part of the “OASIS” sign. The rooftop sun deck has the swimming pool, BBQ, lounge chairs, umbrella, elevator and is surrounded by a safety railing; plus the “O” in the “OASIS” sign. The entire front façade is a bold color scheme of dark purple as well as yellow, white and light gray accents. The letters in the “OASIS” sign are transparent dark blue. The back and sides of the building are white with accents of dark purple and light gray. The back also features “grass” and a picnic table for motel guests, as well as a door to access the ground floor lobby. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The lobby and check-in counter occupies the interior of the ground floor. The space has high ceilings, a reception desk, a flowering tropical plant, artwork on the wall and a seating area. Plus an elevator that takes you to the other floors and the roof deck. The entire ground floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is a “double” room with two beds, lamp, desk and other accessories. The third floor is a “king” room, with large bed, sitting area with chairs, lamp, floral arrangement and more.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (two females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 12 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the rooftop elevator.

Currently this sculpture is for sale on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

Below: The "OASIS" sign which is built with white bricks, plates and dark blue transparent caps.

Above: The roof and each floor can be removed for interior viewing and easily restacked.

Below: The pool area on the roof also has a barbeque, seating and an umbrella table.

Above: The four modular components which stack to create the DARK PURPLE OASIS MOTEL & ROOF TOP POOL.

2011 DRUMMER BOY & STAGE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-08-31T19:15:00.001-07:00

Above: The 2011 DRUMMER BOY & STAGE KIT shown assembled with male minifigure "Phil".

2011 DRUMMER BOY & STAGE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions included with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude only on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark bluish gray 4x8 plate
2 reddish-brown light sabers
1 black antennae pole
2 clear trans. 2x2 parabolas
2 pearl gold 2x2 round tiles
27 black transparent 1x2 bricks
1 black 1x1 brick
1 black 1x1 brick with side peg
2 dark bluish gray 1x2 cylinders
2 neon orange trans. flames
1 black 2x2 plate

GUY PAL Minifigure “Phil” is assembled.
1 black knit cap
1 male head with hair/stubble
1 white torso with printed "bling" dollar-sign pendant
1 orange hips/legs

Step 1: Using black trans. 1x2 bricks, create 2 stacks of 5. Place black 2x2 plate on top of 2 black trans. 1x2 bricks to create seat. Stack black 1x1 brick on top of black 1x1 brick with peg on one side. Put flames in cylinders for pyrotechnics. Slip clear trans. parabolas on black antennae, with the bottom parabola upside down. This creates the drum set symbols.

Step 2: Snap 10 black transparent 1x2 bricks on the bottom perimeter of the dark bluish gray 4x8 plate to build the stage platform.

Step 3: Add seat to stage as shown.

Step 4: Build the backdrop by joining the 2 stacks of five 1x2 black transparent bricks with the 5 remaining 1x2 bricks as shown to create the archway.

Step 5: Add pearl gold round tiles to drum base as shown.

Step 6: Carefully attach the “crystal arch” at back of stage over drummer seat. Add pyrotechnics at corners. Place drum set and symbols as shown. Add brown sabers to minifig hands to serve as drumsticks. Now you’re ready to rock!

2011 PURPLE FOUR WHEELER • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-08-16T09:28:00.000-07:00

Above: The 2011 PURPLE FOUR WHEELER kit shown assembled with female minifigure we named Zelda.

2011 PURPLE FOUR WHEELER • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed directions included with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude only on Ebay.

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Below: Back view of finished model.

Below: Parts included in this BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
2 black 1x1 plates w/grabber
8 yellow trans. 1x1 caps
2 lime 1x2 45-degree slopes
1 lime 1x2 brick
1 lime 1x2 smooth tile
1 silver 2x2 engine
1 black/white steering wheel
1 black 1x2 tile w/handle
1 white 1x2 smooth tile
1 dark purple 1x2 grill
2 red trans. 1x1 smooth tiles
4 dark purple 2x2 mudguard plates
2 lime 1x2x1x4 angle plates
4 dark gray 1x2 axle bricks
8 lime 1x2 plates
4 large tread wide black tires on light gray rims
1 light gray 2x8 plate

GAL PAL Minifigure “Zelda” is assembled.
1 brown ponytail wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 white/blue overall torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Place wheels on dark gray axle bricks. Add red trans. 1x1 tiles and white tile to lime angle plate. Add yellow trans. caps and grill to second lime angle plate. Stack yellow trans. 1x1 caps on black 1x1 plates.

Step 2: Add lime angle plates, to light gray 2x2 plate. Fill in remaining space with 6 lime 1x2 plates. Add lime 1x2 slopes to dark purple mudguard, top with lime 1x2 tile. Add engine to dark purple mudguard.

Step 3: Place 4 dark purple mudguards on “chassis” as shown, note that lime slopes/tile go at front, engine goes in back. Add black 1x2 tile with handle to the top of lime 1x2 brick.

Step 4: Add all four of the wheel assemblies to the underside of the vehicle chassis, (light gray 2x8 plate). Secure wheel assemblies by adding lime 1x2 plates as shown.

Step 5: Add steering wheel and lime 1x2 brick to mudguards. Place “fog lights” on black handle above lime 1x2 brick. Add your minifigure driver and you’re ready to roll!

2011 PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-07-10T12:35:00.000-07:00

Above: The 2011 PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART kit shown assembled with Chef Jason.

2011 PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions that come with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark purple 4x4 parabola
1 white antennae pole
3 dark blue transparent 1x1 caps
1 black/gray gearshift
1 green trans. 1x1 cone
1 yellow trans. 1x1 cap
1 lime 1x1 brick
1 dark orange croissant
1 red coffee mug
1 dark gray 1x2 grill
2 neon orange transparent 1x1 caps
2 lime 1x1 caps
1 white 1x2 tile
1 white 1x2 plate w/handle
4 lime 1x2 plates
1 white 2x2 plate
1 white 2x4 plate
4 black slim rubber tires
4 white rims
2 light gray 2x2 plates w/axles

GUY PAL Minifigure “Chef Jason” is assembled.
1 white chef hat
1 smiley head w/scruff beard
1 white torso w/chef uniform
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Place lime 1x1 cap on dark purple 4x4 parabola and add to white antennae pole to form umbrella. Add gearshift to stack of dark blue caps to build dispenser. Add yellow trans. cap to green cone to form bottle. Place lime 1x1 cap on top of lime 1x1 brick; add lime 1x1 plate topped with white 1x2 tile to create coffee maker. Place tires on white rims.

Step 2: Add axle plates to bottom of white 2x4 plate to create cart chassis. Add lime 1x2 plates and neon orange transparent 1x1 caps as shown to top of white 2x4 plate.

Step 3: Place white 1x2 plate with handle on one end of cart as shown. Add white 2x2plate to lime plates as shown. Add dark gray grill to neon orange caps to complete pastry warmer.

Step 4: Add croissant to 1 peg of the white handle plate. Place the red mug on cart under lime coffee maker. Add bottle, dispenser and umbrella as shown. Snap on wheels you’re ready for a day of sales!

DARK RED BAKERY • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2011-06-18T20:23:00.000-07:00

Above: The front view of the DARK RED BAKERY project.

DARK RED BAKERY • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

This posting features images and details for another in the BrickTrickDude custom modular building series. The DARK RED & TAN BAKERY is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. This project is for sale on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

EXTERIOR: The DARK RED & TAN BAKERY project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a flowering tree, as well as a cool tile design in the sidewalk and a croissant “sign” over the front display windows. The second floor exterior has three arched/grilled windows with awnings, while the third floor exterior has three more arched/grilled windows and the awnings repeat. The entire front façade is a sophisticated color scheme of dark red, white and tan with accents of black, brown and dark tan. The back and sides of the building are tan with accent stripes of dark tan, brown and black. The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door with an awning, and a trash dumpster with broom. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The “RETAIL BAKERY” occupies the interior of the ground floor. The space has high ceilings and features a large display case of pastry items in the front windows, a baking oven, a sink, a coffee machine, a sales counter with cash register and cupcake display, and the ELEVATOR will take you to the upper floors. The entire ground floor is tiled in transparent red. The second floor is the baking kitchen with a large baking oven, an industrial style refrigerator, a worktable with chairs and cabinets. The top floor is the office and lounge with a “glass-top” desk, sofa, chairs and a coffee table with flowers.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and some accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

Below: The backside of the DARK RED BAKERY building.

Above: The first floor retail area of the DARK RED BAKERY has window and counter displays and a small baking oven.

Below: The second floor has a large baking oven and the pastry chef is at the table frosting cupcakes.

Above: The top floor is the employee lounge and office.

Below: The modules that stack to create the DARK RED BAKERY building.

PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART 2011 • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-05-29T20:39:00.000-07:00

Above: Finished model of the new 2011 PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART.

PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART 2011 • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains directions and images identical to the printed instructions that are included with this custom building kit from BrickTrickDude available only on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 white 4x4 parabola
1 white antennae pole
1 bright pink 1x1 cap
1 white 2x4 plate
1 white 1x2 plate w/handle
2 white 1x2 plates
1 dark pink 2x2 brick
1 pink trans. glitter 1x2 brick
2 yellow trans. 1x1 caps
3 dark blue trans. 1x1 caps
3 red trans. 1x1 caps
2 black and gray gearshifts
1 pearl gold goblet
1 light orange ice cream scoops
1 green trans. 1x1 cone
1 red trans. 1x1 cone
2 light gray 2x2 axle plates
4 black smooth rubber tires
4 white 8mm wheel rims

GAL PAL Minifigure “Gabby” is assembled.
1 brown “ponytail” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows,
red lipstick/alternate face
1 blue/white overall torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Snap bright pink cap on to white 4x4 parabola. Stack dark blue trans. caps and red trans. caps, add gearshifts. Place “scoops” in goblet. Add yellow transparent caps to red and green transparent cones.

Step 2: Build cart base by attaching dark pink 2x2 brick and pink glitter 1x2 brick to light gray axle plates. Stack both white 1x2 plates and add to cart base as shown. Place black tires on white rims.

Step 3: Add the white 1x2 plate with handle as shown and top cart with white 2x4 plate. Add condiments, dispenser bottles and ice cream sundae to pegs on top of ice cream cart.

Step 4: Add the cap/parabola assembly to the white antennae pole and place “umbrella” on remaining peg on top of cart.

Step 5: Carefully add wheels to pegs on light gray axle plates and you’re ready to roll for a big day of ice cream sales.

BLUE VICTORIAN DUPLEX

2011-05-20T19:28:00.000-07:00

Above: A "Blue Victorian" designed and built by Brick Trick artist Philip Buchan.

BLUE VICTORIAN DUPLEX

This posting features images of a custom architectural structure designed and built by Brick Trick artist Philip Buchan. Philip used images of houses from our home city of SAN FRANCISCO for research, reference and design inspiration. This version is an interpretation of a classic Victorian Duplex with two side-by-side units.

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Below: Large stairs lead to the double door entrance.

Above: Close-up shot shows architectural details on the upper windows and crown molding.

Below: The backside of the BLUE VICTORIAN DUPLEX.

Above: Each unit has an exterior back staircase.

Below: The front of the BLUE VICTORIAN DUPLEX from another vantage point.

PINK PALACE MOTEL • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2011-04-28T13:42:00.000-07:00

Above: A front view of the PINK PALACE MOTEL and POOL.

CUSTOM MODULAR PINK “PALACE” MOTEL

This posting features images and details for another in the series of BrickTrickDude custom modular buildings. The stylish, mid-century inspired, PINK “PALACE” MOTEL is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The PINK “PALACE” MOTEL project features 3 stories of space and a roof deck constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a palm tree and plants, as well as a cool tile design in the sidewalk delineating the motel entrance. The building itself is a stylized creation reminiscent of 1950’s era motels of the past. The second floor exterior has big “glass” windows and letters that form part of the signage, while the third floor exterior has more glass and 2 additional letters forming part of the “PALACE” sign. The rooftop sun deck has the swimming pool, BBQ, lounge chairs, umbrella, elevator and is surrounded by a glass safety railing; plus the “P” in the “PALACE” sign. The entire front façade is a color scheme of bright pink as well as white and light gray accents. The letters in the “PALACE” sign are transparent green. The back and sides of the building are white with accents of bright pink and light gray. The back also features “grass” and a picnic table for motel guests, as well as a door to access the ground floor lobby. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The lobby and check-in counter occupies the interior of the ground floor. The space has high ceilings, a reception desk, floral arrangement, artwork on the wall and a seating area. Plus an elevator that takes you to the other floors and the roof deck. The entire ground floor is tiled in transparent green with some white tile accents near the elevator. The second floor is a “double” room with two beds, lamps, desk and other accessories. The third floor is a “king” room, with large bed, sitting area with chairs, lamps and more.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male; NOTE: The female figure in the red swimsuit is the “Life Guard” character from Minifigure Series 2). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 12 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the rooftop elevator.

This model is for sale on EBay, view the listing, CLICK HERE.

Below: The PINK PALACE MOTEL and POOL from the back view.

Above: The roof and other floors lift off for interior viewing and play and easily restack.

Below: The top "modular" section is the roof-top sun deck, swimming pool and BBQ area.

Above: The four modular units which stack to create the PINK PALACE MOTEL and POOL.

2011 PINK TREE PLANTER & DOG WALKER KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-04-21T19:26:00.000-07:00

Above: The PINK TREE PLANTER & DOG WALKER kit shown assembled with a female minifigure we named Madeline.

PINK TREE PLANTER & DOG WALKER KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical the the printed directions which come with the custom building kit from BrickTrickDude available only on EBay.

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Below: Parts included with this BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
2 green stalks w/3 stems
1 white 4x4 plate
1 red sprue of 4 flowers
1 dark pink sprue of 4 flowers
6 green small leaf parts
7 brown 1x1 bricks
1 green transparent 1x1 cone
7 bright pink 1x1 caps
4 dark pink 1x1 bricks
4 white 1x2 bricks
2 white 1x2 smooth tiles
2 white 1x4 smooth tiles
1 black rope with cap ends
1 brown minifigure dog

GAL PAL Minifigure "Madeline” will arrive assembled.
1 brown “ponytail” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows, red lipstick, alternate face
1 white “stars” torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Place flowers on stalks. Stack 6 brown 1x1 bricks in an offset fashion as shown. Add white 1x2 bricks and green cone to white 4x4 plate. Place bright pink caps on green leaf parts.

Step 2: Place dark pink 1x1 bricks on the white 4x4 plate to complete the perimeter of the planter. Assemble green leaf parts into two branch canopies of three leaves each as shown.

Step 3: Add the white 1x2 and 1x4 smooth tiles to the planter perimeter. Place the tree trunk inside planter. Stack flower stems and place on the green transparent cone.

Step 4: Carefully place the first branch canopy assembly on trunk and top with remaining brown 1x1 brick. Then add the remaining branch canopy and your tree is complete.

Step 5: Attach the “leash” to your minifigure dog and to your GAL PAL. Now you are ready to add the TREE PLANTER and DOG WALKER to your brick town!

RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS

2011-04-16T08:46:00.001-07:00

Above: The RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS designed and built in the BrickTrick studio.

RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS

This posting features images from the new RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS. The RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. Currently this model is for sale on Ebay.

EXTERIOR: The RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS project features a rolling vehicle built on an 8x28 peg custom chassis with four large black rubber tires and light bluish gray rims. The front of the bus has an entry door to the driver cab and a large window on both the lower and upper levels. There are headlights and taillights, as well as rear view mirrors. The back of the bus has the classic open-corner entrance. The sides and back of the bus also have numerous windows. The roof of the bus is red smooth tiles, (with silver vents), and the main body is red. White and light gray stripes decorate the sides and back of the bus body. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and second level to be removed for interior viewing, and then units can be easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS can seat a driver and 11 passengers on the first level. A spiral staircase just inside the back entrance takes riders to the second level with 15 more seats, (a minifigure driver and six passengers are included). In European fashion, the driver is situated on the right side, (you can change the driver to the left side if desired).

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 400 bricks and parts and includes seven minifigures as shown, (4 females, 3 males). Finished model weighs approximately 1.8 pounds. Model measures 2-1/2 inches wide by 9 inches long and is 6-1/4 inches high at the top of the silver roof vents. Minifigures stand about 1-5/8 inches high, depending on their hat or hairstyle.

Above: View of the RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS shows the classic european-style rear corner entrance.

Above: Just inside the rear corner entrance are spiral stairs to take passengers to the second level.

Above: The roof and top level lift off for easy interior access.

Above: The modular units which create the RED DOUBLE DECKER BUS.

NEW 2011 CUSTOM KIT VEHICLES

2011-03-27T16:29:00.001-07:00

Above: The popular BrickTrickDude convertible car kit in hard-to-find lime green.

NEW 2011 CUSTOM KIT VEHICLES This posting features images of three new vehicles from the Brick Trick Studio. Our popular convertible car design is available in lime green for a limited time on Ebay. You'll also find a new version of the PINK ICE CREAM TRUCK and a cool PURPLE RACE CAR with female driver. Check out all the BrickTrickDude kits on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

Below: The PINK ICE CREAM TRUCK with female minifigure driver.

Above: The PURPLE RACE CAR with driver with checkered flag.

2011 PINK CHERRY BLOSSOM TREE & GARDEN BENCH • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-03-06T08:01:00.000-08:00

Above: The 2011 version PINK CHERRY BLOSSOM tree and garden bench kit shown assembled.

2011 PINK CHERRY BLOSSOM TREE & GARDEN BENCH • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and directions identical to the printed instructions that come with this custom building kit from the BrickTrickDude studio available only on Ebay. Find this kit and order now, CLICK HERE.

Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
3 bright green large leaf parts
1 green 4x8 plate
2 brown minifigure chairs
6 brown 1x1 bricks
3 green stalks w/3 stems each
1 bright pink 2x4 brick
1 white 1x4 picket fence
9 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers

GAL PAL Minifigure “Miyoko” is assembled.
1 brown “over shoulder” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 medium blue printed “Hawaiian Shirt” torso
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Place both brown chairs on bright pink 2x4 brick to form “park bench”. Stack brown 1x1 bricks in an irregular manner. Attach all three bright green leaf parts by stacking on the single outer peg as shown.

Step 2: Place sprues of dark pink flowers on green stalks. Use one entire four-flower sprue per stem. DO NOT REMOVE flowers from center sprue part.

Step 3: Add the flower and stem assemblies to the center peg on the top of each bright green leaf part. This completes the cherry blossom flower and tree branch canopy.

Step 4: Place the white picket fence, the brown/bright pink garden bench and the tree trunk on the green 4x8 plate as shown.

Step 5: Carefully place the tree canopy on top of the 1x1 stack so the assembly is centered on trunk. Place minifigure on the park bench and enjoy the shade!

The Japanese name Miyoko translates to “beautiful generations child”. Source: Female baby names on http://www.babynology.com/

LOG CABIN PROJECT

2011-02-27T10:48:00.000-08:00

Above: The LOG CABIN project designed and built by BrickTrick artist Philip Buchan.

LOG CABIN PROJECT

Brick Trick artist Philip Buchan wanted to create a log cabin that actually had the look of logs. In this doll house style model, (that means the backside is open for viewing and/or play), Philip employs "palisade" style bricks in reddish-brown and sets the bricks on their sides to get the log effect. Please scroll down to view more images of this one-of-a-kind project.

Above and below: The reddish-brown palisade or "log" brick is available as a 1x4 peg or a 1x2 peg size brick.

Below: The LOG CABIN project from the back, which has been built "doll house style" for easy access to the interior.

Above: The exterior of the fireplace is two shades of gray.

Below: The interior of the LOG CABIN features a cool fireplace with mantel and candles.

Below: The interior of the LOG CABIN also has a two-toned table.

Above: The exterior of the LOG CABIN project from another angle.

PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2011-02-17T08:59:00.000-08:00

Above: The custom designed and built PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT project by Trick Richey.

PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

Greetings!

This posting features details and images for the "PUB-N-GRUB" RESTAURANT project which is currently up for auction on Ebay®. The PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. Please scroll down to read more about this project and view additional pictures.

View the sales listing for this project on Ebay®, CLICK HERE.

EXTERIOR: The PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with awnings, flowers and a tree, as well as a cool tile design in the sidewalk. The second floor exterior has two arched windows with an awning, while the third floor exterior has two more arched windows with “stained glass” and an awning. The entire front façade is a sophisticated color scheme of dark green, dark red, tan and accents of black and white with pearl gold. The back and sides of the building are tan with accent stripes of black, white and dark green. The back features corner columns on either side of the building which match the front façade, windows on each floor, a ground level back door with awning, and a trash dumpster with broom. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked. The roof section also has a large “skylight”.

INTERIOR: The “PUB LOUNGE” occupies the interior of the ground floor. The pub space has high ceilings and features a bar with stools, a large “flat screen” TV above the bar, bottles and goblets, beverage dispensers, a cash register and a cozy table for two beneath the stylish gold and black spiral staircase which leads to the second floor. The entire ground floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is the dining room, with a trio of “deuce set-ups”; which is restaurant jargon meaning three tables for two. The dining room also has plants, elegant pearl gold railings and another spiral staircase, which leads to floor three. The top floor is the kitchen with sink, range with hood, roasting oven and warming oven with drumsticks, “sub zero” refrigerator, cabinets and a worktable.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and some accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding, and is about 12-1/2” high at the peak of the skylight on the roof.

Below: The back view of the PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT PROJECT.

Above: Close-up view shows the "stained glass" windows on the third floor facade.

Below: The roof and other floors lift off for interior viewing and can be re-stacked easily.

Below: The interior of the third floor houses the kitchen.

Above: The second floor interior is a cozy dining room.

Below: The interior of the first floor "PUB LOUNGE" with a big screen TV on the wall.

Above: All four sections of the PUB-N-GRUB RESTAURANT project and the three minifigures, which includes two gal pals and a chef dude.

2011 PINK & PURPLE FLOWER KIOSK • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2011-02-01T19:48:00.000-08:00

Above: The new 2011 version of the PINK & PURPLE FLOWER KIOSK custom building kit shown assembled.

2011 PINK & PURPLE FLOWER KIOSK • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and directions identical to the printed instructions which are provided with this custom brick building kit from BrickTrickDude on Ebay®.

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Below: Parts included with the BrickTrickDude custom kit.

PARTS LIST
2 sprues of dark pink flowers
2 green stalks w/3 stems each
9 green transparent 1x1 plates
5 dark pink 1x1 bricks
1 dark pink 1x4 arch brick
1 magenta 1x4x2 special curve brick with top peg
1 magenta 2x4 45-degree slope
1 pearl gold goblet
1 dark purple 2x2x2 cone
1 bright pink 1x1 cap
1 dark pink transparent 2x2 flower
1 orange 1x1 cap
1 yellow 2x2 flower
1 black/gray gear shift
3 dark blue trans. 1x1 caps
1 green bamboo leaf part
2 white 2x2 bricks
1 dark green 4x8 plate

GAL PAL Minifigure “Zoey” is assembled.
1 reddish-brown “princess” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 red/green overall torso
1 green hips/legs

Step 1: Place dark pink flowers on green stems. Stack dark pink 1x1 bricks alternating with green trans. 1x1 plates as shown. Add green trans. plates to magenta slope. Stack blue caps and add gearshift.

Step 2: Stack bright pink cap, pink flower, green trans. plate. Stack orange cap, yellow flower, bamboo leaf. Add magenta curve brick to magenta slope, pink arch and pink 1x1 stacks. Add white 2x2 bricks to 4x8 plate. Place goblet on cone.

Step 3: Place kiosk assembly on to white 2x2 bricks. Add pink transparent flower “sign” to top peg on magenta curve brick. Place blue trans. caps with gearshift, (water pump bottle), on white 2x2 brick.

Step 4: Add dark pink brick to dark green 4x8 plate. Place yellow “sunflower”. Stack stems and add the dark pink floral bouquet to the pearl gold goblet/dark purple cone and place on dark green 4x8 plate.

TAN & DARK GREEN FASHION BOUTIQUE • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2011-01-25T14:56:00.001-08:00

Above: The TAN & DARK GREEN FASHION BOUTIQUE project which was sold at auction.

TAN & DARK GREEN FASHION BOUTIQUE • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

This posting features images from another in the series of custom modular buildings designed and built here in the BRICKTRICK studio. While created to coordinate with other brick CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The TAN & DARK GREEN RETAIL FASHION BOUTIQUE is an original creation and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The TAN & DARK GREEN RETAIL FASHION BOUTIQUE project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a fruit tree and a white tiled walkway with steps to the entrance, as well as custom tile in the sidewalk. The second floor exterior has two arched windows and the third floor exterior has two arched windows and “crown molding”. The rooftop features a large “skylight”. The entire front façade is an attractive scheme of dark green, tan, light bluish-gray and white. The back and sides of the building are entirely tan with accent stripes of white and light bluish-gray. The back features operable windows on each floor, a ground level back door, and a recycling dumpster with broom. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The RETAIL FASHION BOUTIQUE occupies the interior of both the ground and second floors. The first floor retail showroom features a cash register tucked under the stairs, a female “mannequin” in the front display window, a table of hats at the back, a fashion and hat display table and a wall-mounted display of pants and shirts. The entire floor is tiled in white and shiny green transparent tiles. The second floor has more clothes on display with a male “mannequin” wearing a top hat and tuxedo. Other fashion includes hats and uniforms, which are displayed on a table and along the wall. There is also a small fitting room. The top floor is a private office and staff lounge, with a bookshelf, desk with mug and chair, lateral files, a sofa and “glass” coffee table and accessories.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and some accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 12 inches tall at the highest point of the skylight ridgeline, and measures 11” high at the top of the front crown molding.

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Below: The backside of the TAN & DARK GREEN FASHION BOUTIQUE project.

Above: the roof and other floors lift off for easy viewing.

Below: The interior of the top floor which serves as an office and staff lounge.

Above: The second floor has a fitting room and more retail displays including a mannequin wearing a tuxedo and top hat.

Below: The main floor retail store interior has many outfits on display, a mannequin in the window and a cool selection of hats, too.

Above: The four separate "modules" which when stacked complete the TAN & DARK GREEN FASHION BOUTIQUE building.

Below: The staff is getting a bit of fresh air on the sidewalk in front of the boutique entrance.

LOVE VALENTINE CUSTOM MOSAIC KIT

2011-01-15T19:37:00.000-08:00

Above: The 2011 *LOVE* Valentine custom mosaic kit shown assembled, (mosaic measures 5 inches square).

*LOVE* VALENTINE CUSTOM MOSAIC KIT

This posting features images of a custom mosaic kit designed by BrickTrick artist Trick Richey. Using shades of pink and red, this custom mosaic says what's in your heart! Currently this design is being sold exclusively on Ebay® as a "you-build-it" kit, which is nicely packaged in a glossy white gift box. This beauty is sure to please the brick LOVE on your Valentine gift list!

Below: the kit with the lid open to show the interior which has printing on the inside of the box top, as well as the printed directions, base plate and bag of bricks/parts.

CHRISTMAS TREE CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-12-18T19:45:00.001-08:00

Above: The BrickTrickDude 2010 Christmas Tree Custom Building Kit shown assembled with a female minifigure.

CHRISTMAS TREE CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and directions identical to the printed instructions which come with this custom building kit from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

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Below: Parts contained in the custom kit.

PARTS LIST
1 green 6x8 plate
5 green 2x2 plates
1 green 2x2 brick
4 brown 1x1 bricks
1 red 2x2 smooth tile
1 red 2x2 brick
1 neon green transparent jewel
1 green transparent 1x1 cone
5 dark blue trans. 1x1 caps
5 red trans. 1x1 caps
4 medium blue transparent 1x1 caps
4 neon orange transparent 1x1 caps
28 green 1x2 45-degree slopes

Minifigure GAL PAL is assembled and includes:
1 blonde (dark tan) wig
1 female head w/red lipstick
1 medium blue torso with pink blouse and necklace
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Begin by placing 4 brown 1x1 bricks on green 6x8 plate as shown to serve as “tree trunk”. Add 1 dark blue 1x1 transparent cap to serve as a “dropped ornament”. Place red 2x2 smooth tile on top of red 2x2 brick to build “ornament box”, and add to green 6x8 plate as shown. Add green 2x2 brick to the top of 4 green 2x2 plates as shown to form tree base. Place the neon transparent jewel in green transparent cone. Add transparent caps to the bottom slope end of 16 green 1x2 45-degree slopes as shown, (four of each color).

Step 2: Begin the tree assembly by adding 8 green 1x2 45-degree slopes to the tree base you built in Step 1. You’ll need 4 blank slopes and 4 slopes to which you added the transparent caps. Be sure to use one of each color, (red, medium blue, neon orange and dark blue), to distribute the colors around the tree. Slopes with caps will overhang tree base.

Step 3: Add the next row of slopes as shown, using four with caps and four without.

Step 4: Add four remaining green 1x2 45-degree slopes without caps for row three.

Step 5: Use four slopes with caps for row four, with caps overhanging previous row.

Step 6: Use four remaining slopes with caps, offsetting to overhang previous row.

Step 7: Add the remaining green 2x2 plate to the top of the tree assembly.

Step 8: Place jewel/cone on top of tree assembly as shown to serve as tree-topper ornament.

Step 9: Carefully place tree assembly on brown 1x1 bricks, add red cap to minifigure hand.

Notes: Once you complete the CHRISTMAS TREE add the minifigure and you are ready for a festive season of sharing in your brick city or town! Your CHRISTMAS TREE will work well for play as well as display.

PINK GREENHOUSE 2010 • BUILDING DIRECTIONS

2010-12-10T19:26:00.000-08:00

Above: The 2010 version of the BrickTrickDude PINK GREENHOUSE custom building kit, shown assembled with female minifigure we named Eve.

PINK GREENHOUSE 2010 • BUILDING DIRECTIONS

This posting contains images and instructions identical to the printed directions which come with this custom building kit available exclusively from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

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Below: Parts contained in the custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 green 6x8 plate
16 dark pink 1x1 bricks
12 dark pink 1x2 45-degree slopes
12 clear trans. 2x2 45-degree slopes
42 clear trans. 1x2 bricks
2 white 1x6 smooth tiles
6 green stalks w/3 stems each
5 sprues of 4 red flowers
2 green trans. 1x1 cones
1 yellow 2x2 flower
1 orange 1x1 cap

Minifigure GAL PAL “Eve” is assembled and includes:
1 brown “ponytail” wig
1 female head w/red lipstick, alternate face on back of head
1 green/red printed overall torso
1 green hips/legs

Step 1: Begin by assembling all the components used to create the greenhouse. Build 4 stacks of 3 clear transparent 2x2 slopes for the roof. Create 4 stacks of 4 dark pink 1x1 bricks to serve as the columns at each corner of the greenhouse. Remove red flowers from center sprues and place on green stems, stack stalks in 3 groups of two for bouquets. Stack both green transparent 1x1 cones, add yellow 2x2 flower and top with the orange 1x1 cap to create the sunflower. Build 9 stacks of 4 clear transparent 1x2 bricks. Assemble the 2 “gable roof ends” by stacking 3 clear transparent 1x2 bricks as shown, and then add the dark pink 1x2 45-degree slopes. Now you have all the components assembled to being constructing the greenhouse.

Step 2: Begin by adding 3 stacks of clear 1x2 bricks and 2 stacks of dark pink 1x1 bricks to the green 6x8 plate as shown to form the back wall of the greenhouse.

Step 3: Add the sunflower situated between four pegs at back of green plate as shown.

Step 4: Add the red flower bouquets to pegs on the green 6x8 plate as shown.

Step 5: Add 2 stacks of 1x2 clear bricks to each side of the green 6x8 plate.

Step 6: Add remaining dark pink columns and stacks of clear bricks to build front wall.

Step 7: Add one of the gable roof ends to the back wall of the greenhouse.

Step 8: Carefully add the 4 stacks of clear slopes to build the greenhouse roof.

Step 9: Add the remaining gable roof end to the front wall of the greenhouse.

Step 10: Carefully add the white 2x6 tiles to the roof; this will require a light touch.

Step 11: Place remaining flower bouquet on the minifig hand and you’re done!

Notes: Once you complete the PINK GREENHOUSE, you and minifigure “Eve” will be ready for a busy season of greenhouse gardening and flower harvesting. Your new PINK GREENHOUSE will work well for play as well as display.

DRUM SET & STAGE CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-11-15T15:43:00.000-08:00

Above: "Minifig Boy Drum Set & Stage" shown assembled. This an original custom building kit from BrickTrickDude sold exclusively on Ebay.

MINIFIG BOY DRUM SET & STAGE CUSTOM BUILDING KIT INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions which come with this custom set.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
39 clear trans. 1x2 plates
8 black 1x2 bricks
1 light bluish gray 4x8 plate
1 red 2x2 brick
1 black 1x1 brick
1 black 1x1 headlight brick
1 black antennae pole
2 reddish-brown light sabers
2 neon orange trans. flames
2 dark bluish gray 1x2 cylinders
2 pearl gold 2x2 round tiles
2 clear trans. 2x2 parabolas

GUY PAL Minifigure “Phil” is assembled.
1 red ball cap
1 male head with goatee
1 dark blue torso with plaid shirt pattern
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Using clear trans. 1x2 plates, create 2 stacks of 14 and 5 stacks of 2. Place red 2x2 brick on gray plate as shown, (for seat on stage base). Place black 1x1 brick on top of black 1x1 angle brick and add remaining clear trans. 1x2 plate to facing peg for drum base. Put flames in cylinders for pyrotechnics. Slip clear trans. parabolas on black antennae, with the bottom parabola upside down. This creates the drum set symbols.

Step 2: Snap the eight black 1x2 bricks on the bottom of stage base. Note that the open area is at back of stage under the drummer seat.

Detail: Stage with base attached.

Step 3: Build the stage background by joining stacks of 1x2 clear plates as shown to create an archway.

Step 4: Add pearl gold round tiles to drum base as shown.

Step 5: Carefully attach the “crystal arch” at back of stage over drummer seat. Add pyrotechnics at corners. Place drum set and symbols as shown. Add brown sabers to minifig hands to serve as drumsticks. Now you’re ready to rock!

NEW DESIGN! ELECTRIC PIANO CUSTOM BUILDING KIT

2010-11-06T08:30:00.000-07:00

Above: The ELECTRIC PIANO custom building kit shown assembled with guy pal minifigure we named "Billy".

ELECTRIC PIANO CUSTOM BUILDING KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions available when purchasing these custom building kits from BRICK TRICK DUDE on Ebay.

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Below: The ELECTRIC PIANO with a blonde female minifigure, her name is "Alicia".

Below: Parts included in the ELECTRIC PIANO custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
2 black 1x3 curved bows
2 black 1x2 profile bricks
4 dark blue transparent 1x2 caps
2 medium blue transparent 1x2 caps
2 green stalks w/3 stems each
2 sprues of 4 red flowers
1 orange transparent 1x1 cone
1 black 1x2 grill
1 black 1x2 tile w/single peg
2 black 1x6 plates
1 black 2x6 plate
4 black 1x1 plates w/grabber
4 white 1x2 smooth tiles

Step 1: Remove flowers from sprues and place on stems. Create 2 stacks of 3 transparent 1x1 caps, alternating colors. Stack black 1x6 plates and then attach to the 2x6 plate using the 1x3-curved bows.

Step 2: Place the 4 white 1x2 smooth tiles on the exposed area of the black 2x6 plate; this indicates the “ivory keys”.

Step 3: Attach the 4 black 1x1 plates with grabbers to the exposed pegs of the upper black 1x6 plate. “Grabbers” will overlap the white 1x2 smooth tiles to serve as the “ebony keys”.

Step 4: Place the black 1x2 tile w/single peg on top of the black 1x2 plates w/grabbers at the left side. Place the black 1x2 grill on the remaining two pegs to serve as the “speakers”. Stack flower stems and place on cone.

Step 5: Attach the black 1x2 bricks and the stacks of transparent caps to form the keyboard base. Add the vase of flowers to the peg on the top of your new electric piano.

PINK POP STAR CUSTOM BAND STAND

2010-10-20T21:08:00.001-07:00

Above: Brick Trick artist Trick Richey creates a band stand and concert scene for the PINK POP STAR which is one of 16 special edition minifigures in "Series 2" from the manufacturer.

PINK POP STAR CUSTOM BAND STAND

This posting features images of a fun project created by Brick Trick artist Trick Richey. In this custom creation the pop star is appearing on stage with her band which includes guitarist, keyboard player, drummer and back up singers wearing mariachi ponchos. The "Maraca Men" are also figures from "Series 2"; Trick used extra ponchos contained in each Series 2 minifigure package to outfit other band members for a cohesive costumed look. There are also several dozen minifigures in the "crowd" and even two police officers to keep things in order.

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Below: A close-up of the POP STAR wearing a super-cool pink outfit.

Above: The entire band during rehearsal before the crowd arrives.

Below: The crowd was so excited to see the live show in the new outdoor concert venue.

Above: An overhead vantage point shows the band stand and the crowd.

PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-10-14T20:56:00.001-07:00

Above: BrickTrickDude custom PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART KIT shown assembled.

PASTRY CHEF VENDOR CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical to the printed directions contained in this custom building kit designed here in our SAN FRANCISCO studio and available exclusively on Ebay.

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Below: Parts included in the custom building kit.

Parts List:
1 white 4x4 parabola
1 white antennae pole
1 lime 1x1 cap
1 dark gray 1x1 cylinder
1 white 1x1 cylinder
2 black/gray gearshifts
2 neon orange trans. 1x1 caps
1 dark gray 1x2 grill
1 white 2x6 plate
1 dark orange croissant
5 lime 1x2 plates
1 yellow &1 red mug
1 medium blue trans. 1x1 cap
1 dark blue trans. 1x1 cap
1 green trans. 1x1 cone
1 orange trans. 1x1 cone
1 black 2x2 plate
1 black 1x2 plate
1 black 1x2 plate w/handle
1 black 1x2 plate w/single peg
4 white rims
4 black slim rubber tires
2 light gray 2x2 plates w/axles

GUY PAL Minifigure “Chef Jason” is assembled.
1 white chef hat
1 smiley head w/scruff beard
1 white torso w/chef uniform
1 red hips/legs

Step 1: Place lime 1x1 cap on white 4x4 parabola and add to white antennae pole to form umbrella. Add gearshifts to white and dark gray 1x1 cylinders to build coffee dispensers. Add caps to cones to form bottles. Place tires on rims and add to axle plates.

Step 2: Add axle assemblies to bottom of white 2x6 plate to create cart chassis. Add lime 1x2 plates and neon orange transparent 1x1 caps as shown to top of white 2x6 plate.

Step 3: Place black 1x2 plate with handle on one end of cart as shown. Add black 1x2 plate w/single peg, and black 1x2 and 2x2 plates to lime plates as shown. Add grill to neon caps to complete pastry warmer.

Step 4: Add croissant to black plate with single peg. Place red and yellow mugs on cart along with coffee dispensers and bottles as shown or any way you prefer. Add umbrella and you’re ready for a day of sales!

PURPLE AND GOLD FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2010-10-07T15:18:00.000-07:00

Above: The PURPLE AND GOLD FLORIST project currently for sale from BrickTrickDude on Ebay.

PURPLE AND GOLD FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

This posting features images and details for another in the series of custom-designed and artisan built original models from Brick Trick Dude. While created to coordinate with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The PURPLE & GOLD FLORIST is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The PURPLE & GOLD FLORIST project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with awnings, a rolling flower cart, a tree and a cool tile design delineating the entrance. The second floor exterior has two arched windows and the third floor exterior has two arched windows with “stained glass”. The entire front façade is a beautiful scheme of dark purple, white and pearl gold. The back and sides of the building are entirely white with accent stripes of light bluish-gray. The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door, a trash dumpster with broom and a porch light. The roof has a large "skylight". Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The FLORIST SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The floral retail space has high ceilings and features a large wall unit with bottles and “vases” and multiple floral arrangements decorate counters and pedestal displays. There is also a cash register, filing cabinet, “track lighting”, and a clock on the wall. The entire floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is the office and workroom, with a desk and chair, a filing cabinet, art on the wall and a worktable with more flowers and vases for creating floral arrangements. The top floor is a chic studio apartment. There is a pink kitchen with sink and stove and a counter with mug. The sleeping area has a pink and magenta bed, a table with flowers, “track lighting” and a painting on the wall.

Notes: The project contains more than 1,200 bricks and parts as well as three minifigures. The sculpture weighs about 3 pounds and stands over 12" high at the top of the skylight roof ridge.

Below: The PURPLE AND GOLD FLORIST shown with other modular buildings including a custom "powder blue" office building and the "Grand Emporium" from the brick manufacturer.

Above: The "stained glass" windows on the top floor.

Below: The interior of the florist retail space on the ground floor.

Above: The modular units which stack to build the PURPLE AND GOLD FLORIST.

CUPCAKE CHEF VENDOR CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-09-21T07:30:00.001-07:00

Above: The CUPCAKE CHEF VENDOR CART shown assembled with female minifigure "Rachel".

CUPCAKE CHEF VENDOR CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical to the printed directions included when purchasing this custom BrickTrickDude building kit on Ebay.

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Below: Parts for the CUPCAKE CHEF VENDOR CART.

PARTS LIST
1 dark purple 4x4 parabola
1 black antennae pole
5 lime 1x1 caps
1 orange 1x1 cap
1 white 1x1 cap
1 reddish-brown 1x1 cap
1 red 1x1 cap
1 white 1x1x2/3 slope
1 white 1x1 brick
1 green trans. 1x1 cone
1 neon orange trans. 1x1 cap
4 black 1x1 plates w/grabber
7 lime 1x2 plates
2 light bluish gray 2x2 axle plates
4 white rims
4 black slim rubber tires
1 black 1x2 plate w/handle
1 white 2x4 plate

GAL PAL Minifigure “Rachel” is assembled.
1 dark tan “bob cut” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows,
red lipstick/alternate face
1 white torso w/chef uniform
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Place one lime 1x1 cap on dark purple parabola and add to black antennae pole to form umbrella. Add neon orange transparent 1x1 cap to green trans. 1x1 cone to form water bottle. Top white 1x1 brick with white 1x1x2/3 slope for milk carton. Place tires on rims. Add remaining 1x1 caps, (orange, red, brown, white), to lime 1x1 caps to create cupcakes in papers. Add cupcakes to top of black 1x1 plates with grabbers.

Step 2: Begin cart assembly by joining the 2 light bluish gray 2x2 axle plates with 2 lime 1x2 plates as shown.

Step 2A: Continue by adding two more lime 1x2 plates.

Step 2B: Add remaining 3 lime 1x2 plates, black handle plate.

Step 3: Top cart with white 2x4 plate.

Step 4: Add wheels to axle pegs. Place milk carton and water bottle on white plate of vendor cart. Snap black grabber plates with cupcakes around black pole of umbrella structure.

Step 5: Carefully place umbrella between 4 pegs on cart as shown.

Check out this kit and many other unique and original custom building kits from BrickTrickDude on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

RED & GREEN HOLIDAY GREENHOUSE KIT

2010-09-13T10:12:00.000-07:00

Above: The RED & GREEN HOLIDAY GREENHOUSE and FLOWER VENDOR custom building kit from BRICK TRICK DUDE available only on Ebay.

RED & GREEN HOLIDAY GREENHOUSE and FLOWER VENDOR

This is a new custom building kit from BrickTrickDude for the 2010 holiday season. There are only a few, and you can have a male or female minifigure while supplies last. Currently instructions for this kit are only available in print version when purchasing the kit.

The custom building kit includes everything you see in the images to build the greenhouse, which has flowers inside; as well as the rest of the layout which features a potting bench, water pump, cash register for sales, a picket fence, wavy flag, colorful tiled walkway and lots more flowers!

Find all the BrickTrickDude offerings on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

Below: The RED & GREEN HOLIDAY GREENHOUSE with a blonde female minifigure.

MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

2010-09-08T10:24:00.000-07:00

Above: The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building which was recently sold on Ebay.

MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

Greetings!

This posting features images and details for another in the BrickTrickDude series of custom-designed and artisan built original architectural models from all new bricks and parts. While created to coordinate with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST project was sold fully assembled, as shown in the images. The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with awnings, a removable rolling flower cart, a tree and a cool tile design delineating the entrance. The second floor exterior has an arched window with awning and the third floor exterior has two arched windows with awnings. The entire front façade is a beautiful scheme of green, white and one of the most hard to find colors of Lego®, mint green, (aka medium green). The back and sides of the building are entirely white with accent stripes of light bluish-gray and green. The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door with awning, a trash dumpster with broom and a porch light. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The FLORIST SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The floral retail space has high ceilings and features a large wall unit with bottles and “vases” and multiple floral arrangements decorate counters and pedestal displays. There is also a cash register, filing cabinet and a clock on the wall. The entire floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is the office, with a purple desk with red chair, filing cabinets, art on the wall and of course a floral arrangement. The top floor is a chic studio apartment. There is a kitchen with sink and stove and a counter with mug and croissant. The living area has a white chaise lounge, a black and pink recliner, a glass art sculpture on a pedestal, and a flowering plant. There is a colorful pink/lime/orange/purple painting on the wall over the chaise.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and included three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and some accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

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Below: The backside of the MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building.

Above: Close-up of the front exterior at sidewalk level, which features a tree, a flower cart and cool custom tile design in the sidewalk delineating the entrance door.

Below: The interior of the first floor FLORIST retail space.

Above: The four modular components which make up the MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building.

CUSTOM MODULAR YELLOW WIG & HAIR SALON

2010-08-28T08:30:00.001-07:00

Above: The YELLOW WIG & HAIR SALON project designed and built by Brick Trick artists here in our SAN FRANCISCO studio. This project is currently up for auction on Ebay.

CUSTOM MODULAR YELLOW WIG & HAIR SALON

This posting showcases images for another BRICK TRICK DUDE custom-designed and artisan built original architectural model from all new bricks and parts. While created to coordinate with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The YELLOW WIG SHOP & HAIR SALON project is being sold fully assembled, as shown in the images; some parts will be removed for shipping and details to reassemble these few elements will be included, (signage, mail box, tree, trash dumpster, flower). Also included is a CD of photographic images documenting the entire project inside and out, (NOTE: No formal written directions are provided). The YELLOW WIG SHOP & HAIR SALON is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The YELLOW WIG SHOP & HAIR SALON project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with checkerboard paving, a mailbox and a tree. There is a hair brush “sign”. The second floor exterior has two arched windows with awnings and the third floor exterior has a large arched window. The entire front façade is a bold scheme of yellow as well as white, dark green, and both light and dark bluish-gray. Note the skylights on the roof. The back of the building is primarily yellow as are the sides, (sides have white panels). The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door with awning, a trash dumpster with shovel and broom and a flower. Windows on the second floor can be opened and closed, so can the skylights. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The WIG SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The store has a counter with a cash register, lots off “hair products” on a wall unit of shelves and numerous wigs for both male and female minifigures presented on several displays. The entire floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is the HAIR SALON with a shampoo bowl with reclining chair, a vanity with chair for styling, bottles and a chaise for lounging while you wait your turn. Notice the artwork on the wall above the chaise and another wig on display. The top floor is the employee lounge and has a pink kitchen with sink, stove and counter with croissant. A table with flowers has two white stools and a red coffee cup. Check out the sconce lights and a “painting” on the wall.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white and transparent green smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the skylight roof peak.

Check out this item for auction on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

Below: The project viewed from the back.

Above: On the exterior of the second floor is a "hair brush" sign for the wig shop and salon.

Below: The interior of the ground floor which is decorated as the wig shop.

Above: The 4 modular units which make up the structure.

CUSTOM MODULAR LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE

2010-08-16T10:29:00.000-07:00

Above: Custom designed and artisan built, the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE sculpture is currently up for auction on Ebay.

CUSTOM MODULAR LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE

This posting features images and descriptions for a custom-designed and artisan built original model from all new bricks and parts. While created to work with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE project features 3 floors of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the ground level with a blooming garden, flowering tree and pristine white sidewalk. The second floor exterior has twin windows and the third floor exterior has a large dormer window with a sloped roof. The entire front façade is a bold color scheme of lime green, blue, dark turquoise, dark purple and orange. The back of the building has a ground floor door, deck and potting bench with flowers. There are windows with dark purple awnings on the second and third floors. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The living room occupies the interior of the ground floor. This room has a sectional sofa, coffee table with bouquet, electric piano/keyboard, and other furnishings. Note the painting on the wall over one of the sofas. The second floor is decorated as a kitchen and dining area with bright pink cabinets, counters with bottles and mug, stove, hood, sink, chair and a table with bottles and flower arrangement. The top floor is the bedroom complete with vanity table and perfume bottle, chair, bed, dresser and flowers.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the roof ridgeline.

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Below: The rear view of the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE.

Above: The roof lifts off for access and viewing, as do the second and third floors.

Below: The four units which stack to complete the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE architectural sculpture.

Above: The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE situated between the GRAND EMPORIUM and the FIRE BRIGADE which are kits from the brick manufacturer.

RAINBOW PLANTER PALM TREE DOG WALKER GIRL BUILDING KIT

2010-08-10T20:21:00.001-07:00

Above: The RAINBOW PLANTER PALM TREE DOG WALKER GIRL BUILDING KIT shown assembled complete with gal pal Madeline.

RAINBOW PLANTER PALM TREE DOG WALKER GIRL CUSTOM KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

Images and directions in this posting are identical to the printed instructions provided with this custom building kit available from BrickTrickDude only on Ebay and designed here in our San Francisco brick building studio.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom kit.

PARTS LIST
5 green 3x8 palm frond leaves
6 orange 1x1 caps
6 brown 1x1 bricks
2 blue 1x1 bricks
2 green 1x1 bricks
2 yellow 1x1 bricks
2 orange 1x1 bricks
2 red 1x1 bricks
2 dark pink 1x1 bricks
6 white 1x2 smooth tiles
3 black 1x2 plates w/single peg
1 black rope with cap ends
1 brown minifigure dog
1 white 4x4 plate

GAL PAL Minifigure ”Madeline” is assembled.
1 tan “bob cut” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows, red lipstick, alternate face
1 dark blue/red plaid torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Stack brown 1x1 bricks in an offset fashion as shown. Add orange caps to palm fronds. Place “leash” on dog. Add black 1x2 plates as shown in Step 2 close-up photo.

Step 2: Add black 1x2 plates with single peg to white 4x4 plate, first adding two and finishing with the third on top of the others.

Step 3: Assemble green palm fronds into a 5-pointed star pattern as shown. Place the various colors of 1x1 bricks on the white 4x4 plate to create the perimeter of the planter, (see close-up below).

Step 3 Close Up Shot.

Step 4: Add the white 1x2 smooth tiles to the perimeter.

Step 5: Add the “tree trunk” to the planter. Carefully place the palm frond assembly on to the stack of brown 1x1 bricks and your palm tree is complete.

Step 6: Attach the “leash” to one hand of your minifigure dog walker GAL PAL and add to your brick city, town or train layout.

DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP

2010-08-05T12:24:00.001-07:00

Above: The exterior of the custom modular DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP.

DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP

This posting showcases a custom-designed and artisan built original model from all new bricks and parts. While created to work with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP project is being sold fully assembled, as shown in the images; some parts will be removed for shipping and details to reassemble these few elements will be included, (flower cart, peeps, garbage cans, fencing). Also included is a CD of photographic images documenting the entire project inside and out, (NOTE: No formal written directions are provided). The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. This project was previously listed and SOLD on Ebay.

EXTERIOR: The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a dark purple and green flower cart, light sconces and a striped black and white “awning” over the flower storefront windows and entrance. There is also a custom green and magenta tile design in the sidewalk delineating the front steps and doorway. The second floor exterior has a pink and green “stained glass” window and the third floor exterior has a large picture window with a tiny balcony and railing and is topped with gold and white “crown molding”. The entire front façade is a sophisticated scheme of dark green, white, and black. The sides also incorporate tan bricks and pieces and have a detailed striping design created with plates. The back of the building has a ground floor door, trashcans and a fenced yard space and there are large picture windows on each floor. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The FLORIST SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The store has floral displays and counters, a cash register, water dispensers and a wall of shelves stocked with supplies and flower vases. The second floor is decorated as a kitchen and dining area with counters, range, hood, sink, chair and a table with mug and croissant. The top floor is a living area and bedroom complete with chaise lounge, coffee table, vanity table, bed, plants and flowers. Notice the “artwork” on the wall above the chaise.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands 11 1/8 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

Below: Close-up of the sidewalk and front exterior of the FLOWER SHOP, where there is a flower cart under a striped awning.

Above: The three floors of the building unstacked along with the roof section.

Below: The "stained-glass" window on the front of the second floor.

Above: The backside of the building has view windows and a trash area outside the back door.

DELUXE PINK FLOWER VENDOR KIOSK & TREE BUILDING KIT INSTRUCTIONS

2010-07-08T14:40:00.001-07:00

Above: The DELUXE PINK FLOWER VENDOR KIOSK & TREE custom building kit shown assembled with gal pal Lily.

DELUXE PINK FLOWER VENDOR KIOSK & TREE BUILDING KIT INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and directions for this custom brick building kit sold by BrickTrickDude exclusively on Ebay. Visit the BrickTrickDude online store, CLICK HERE. Check out this custom kit, CLICK HERE.

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Below: Parts included in the BrickTrickDude custom building kit for this project.

PARTS LIST
3 green leaf parts
1 green bamboo leaf
1 dark pink transparent 2x2 flower
1 white 2x6 plate
5 green stalks w/3 stems
7 brown 1x1 bricks
17+ green transparent 1x1 plates
1 bright green 6x12 plate
4 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers
1 sprue of 4 red flowers
1 sprue of 4 white flowers
5 green transparent 1x1x2/3 slopes
5+ orange 1x1 caps
1 bright pink 2x4 brick
1 dark pink 1x4 brick arch
3 dark pink 1x2 45-degree slopes
3 white 1x2 45-degree slopes
6 dark pink 1x1 bricks
1 lime 1x1 cap
3 dark blue transparent 1x1 caps
1 black/gray gear shift

GAL PAL Minifigure “Lily” is assembled and includes:
1 dark tan “bob cut” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 white torso w/floral pattern
1 violet hips/legs

Step 1: Snap the 3 green leaf parts together to form a branch canopy as shown. Using 3 sprues of the dark pink flowers, attach to one stem as shown and DO NOT REMOVE FLOWERS FROM SPRUE. Place lime 1x1 cap on top of dark pink transparent 2x2 flower. Stack brown 1x1 bricks in an irregular fashion to form tree trunk. Using 5 green transparent 1x1 plates, build a stack. Repeat to build a second stack using 6 green transparent 1x1 plates. Use the remaining dark pink sprue of 4 flowers and the red and white flowers; remove from sprues by twisting gently and place on stems. Stack stems in 2 pairs of two, forming bouquets. Stack 5 orange 1x1 caps and place on top of green bamboo leaf part. Stack 3 dark blue transparent 1x1 caps and top with gearshift to form water bottle. Alternate dark pink and white 1x2 45-degree slopes and place on top of white 2x6 plate to build awning. Stack six remaining green transparent 1x1 plates alternating with 4 dark pink 1x1 bricks as shown. With these elements prepared you can move on to constructing the vignette.

Step 2: Add branch canopy to tree trunk. Place bright pink 2x4 brick on bright green 6x12 plate as shown. Place flowers on bright pink 1x1 bricks and green transparent stack of 1x1 plates, which serve as the vases. Add dark pink transparent flower to stack of 5 green transparent plates to complete the flower kiosk signage. Place 5 green transparent 1x1x2/3 slopes on awning as shown, noting that second peg from left side remains blank. Add dark pink 1x4 brick arch to stacks of dark pink bricks and green transparent plates.

Step 3: Add arch assembly to bright pink 2x4 brick. Place tree on bright green plate and add assembly of dark pink flowers to the center top peg of branch canopy.

Step 4: Add awning to form kiosk and place water bottle on bright pink brick.

Step 5: Place flowers and vases as shown or any way you like.

Step 6: Place flower signage on remaining peg of awning. Add your minifigure and you are ready for a busy day of flower sales in your brick town!

CUSTOM MODULAR PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP

2010-06-21T21:19:00.000-07:00

Above: A custom designed and built Brick Trick Dude building sculpture which is currently up for auction on Ebay.

CUSTOM MODULAR PINK ICE CREAM SHOP for CITY/TOWN/TRAIN

Greetings! This posting features images of a custom-designed and artisan built original model from all new bricks and parts. While created to work with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP project is being sold fully assembled, as shown in the images. The PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. Find out more and bid on the auction for this brick sculpture, CLICK HERE.

EXTERIOR: The PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a turquoise picnic table, pink umbrella and striped white and magenta “awning” over the ice cream storefront windows and entrance. A flowering tree is planted near the curb. There is even an ice cream cone “sign”. The second floor exterior has a picture window with awning and flower box and the third floor exterior has two arched windows with pearl gold lattice panels. The entire front façade is a bold scheme of bright and dark pink, along with magenta and white, (please note that Lego® pink colors have multiple subtle shade variations within each color, this is how the bricks arrive from the factory). The back of the building is primarily white with pink accents as are the sides. The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door and trash dumpster with shovel and broom. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The Ice Cream and Candy Shop occupies the interior of the ground floor. The store has two candy counters, a cash register, ice cream scoops and goblets, multiple drink bottles and dispensers and two seats under the stairs. The entire floor is tiled in transparent red and white. Note details like the wall clock and cool interior pink stripe running up and around the walls. The second floor is decorated as an office and has a wall unit, desk, chair and filing cabinet. Notice the artwork on the wall above the desk. Other details include a lamp, bottles and the floor is dark green. The top floor is the studio apartment for the shop owner(s). There is a pink kitchen with sink and stove. A croissant waits on the table next to a chair and the sleeping area has a dresser and bed.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands 11 1/8 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

Below: Front view of the PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP.

Above: Back side of structure. Note green trash dumpster.

Below: The roof can be easily lifted off to view the interior of the top floor.

Above: The interior of the top floor "studio apartment". Note the pink kitchen, dining table and chair, as well as the dresser and bed.

Below: The second floor is the office with a wall unit, desk and chair. Note artwork on wall over desk.

Above: Interior of Ice Cream & Candy Shop on the ground floor of the 3 level structure.

Below: Another vantage point to view the shop interior.

Above: The four components which make up the finished building. The roof and the top two levels can be removed for interior viewing and easily re-stacked.

Below: Another view of the front and side of the PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP.

Above: The PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP shown situated between other buildings from the manufacturer.

Below: The three minifigure pals included if you win the auction for the PINK ICE CREAM & CANDY SHOP.

BRICKMASTER® "LANDMARKS" CONTEST WINNER • SAN FRANCISCO FERRY BUILDING BRICK MODEL

2010-06-08T11:26:00.001-07:00

Above: A model of the SAN FRANCISCO FERRY BUILDING built by Brick Trick Artist Philip Buchan, as an entry for the "LANDMARKS" building contest sponsored by The LEGO® Group in BRICKMASTER® magazine. This model was one of five winners! Congratulations to all the winners and our own Philip! Great work! All five winning projects appeared in the March/April 2010 issue of BRICKMASTER® magazine. Subcribe to BRICKMASTER® magazine, CLICK HERE.

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ORANGE TREE & GARDEN BENCH BUILDING KIT • INSTRUCTIONS

2010-05-29T16:34:00.001-07:00

Above: The ORANGE TREE & GARDEN BENCH custom building kit shown assembled with blonde female minifigure "Monique".

ORANGE TREE & GARDEN BENCH BUILDING KIT • INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions which are included with each BRICK TRICK DUDE custom building kit, sold exclusively on Ebay.

Below: Parts included in the BRICK TRICK DUDE custom kit.

PARTS LIST
2 white minifigure chairs
2 dark pink 1x4 arch bricks
7 brown 1x1bricks
5 green 2x2 plates
1 brown 2x2 plate
1 white 4x6 plate
12 green leaf parts
2 stalks w/3 stems each
2 sprues of 4 red flowers
18 orange 1x1 caps

GAL PAL Minifigure “Monique” is assembled and includes:
1 tan “ponytail” wig
1 smiley head w/eyebrows,
red lipstick/alternate face
1 white torso w/blue overalls
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Place both white chairs on dark pink arch bricks to form “bench”. Stack 6 brown 1x1 bricks in an irregular manner. Place flowers on stems and stack. Place green and brown 2x2 plates on white 4x6 plate.

Step 2: Assemble leaf parts as shown to create 3 sets of 3 leaf part branches. Create the tree top branch canopy by stacking and rotating remaining 3 leaf parts. Place orange caps on branches to serve as fruit.

Step 3: Snap the bench in place as shown and add the tree trunk to the corner peg on the brown 2x2 plate. Add red flower bouquet and place 1 orange cap on green plate as fallen fruit.

Step 4: Place the branches on the tree trunk, rotating each branch, as they are stacked. Place remaining brown 1x1 brick on top of branch stack and add tree top branch canopy.

Step 5: Add the remaining orange 1x1 caps to branches anywhere you like. An orange 1x1 cap can also be placed in the minifigure’s hand. Enjoy the shade and the harvest!

Above: Another shot of the completed ORANGE TREE & GARDEN BENCH custom building kit.

A Look Down Brick Trick Boulevard

2010-05-26T20:53:00.001-07:00

Above: A view down BRICK TRICK BOULEVARD, where you'll find many larger sized buildings.

A LOOK DOWN BRICK TRICK BOULEVARD

We've been busy this spring building more structures to accompany our collection of large buildings. This posting features images of a street scape set-up where we placed several buildings together for a photo shoot. Additional images show some of the exteriors of our original creations.

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Below: A "corner" of this version of the street scape shows the red cocktail bar project and the gray bank building. Also visible are creations from the manufacturer including, at left, the Cafe Corner and at the right in image is the Green Grocer.

Above: The red bar building is designed to be used to create a "corner".

Below: This image shows the bar signage, designed to resemble a martini glass.

Below: This Normandy style building is a law office with an apartment on the floors above.

Above: The blue building is the library. The "LOVE" billboard was created for Valentine's Day.

Below: The gray and black structure is the city bank.

Cafe Corner, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium

2010-04-30T12:23:00.000-07:00

Above: Four buildings from the series include, (from left), the CAFE CORNER, the GREEN GROCER, the FIRE BRIGADE and the most recent release, the GRAND EMPORIUM.

Large Architectural Building Kits from Lego®

This posting features images of the large building kits from the manufacturer designed primarily for experienced and/or adult builders.

Below: The CAFE CORNER model which has been discontinued. This building has three very detailed exterior floors but came with absolutely nothing inside.

Above: The GRAND EMPORIUM is the most recent addition to this product line and has three floors of retail space which are nicely detailed and decorated throughout.

Above: The FIRE BRIGADE has two floors and includes a vintage fire truck. The interiors of both floors are highly detailed with cool furnishings including a ping-pong table upstairs.

Above: The GREEN GROCER has a pleasing sand green color scheme and a very detailed store on the first level. The two levels of living space above have a few details but are not completely furnished. The third floor has a lot of space taken up with stairs to a roof deck, (not visible in this image).

Above: The four buildings as a street-scape, shot from slightly overhead to display the roof-tops. We added the tree and palms visible in the back of the structures and we changed the small coffee mug on the CAFE CORNER signage to a red Scala® coffee pot.

Above: The group of four buildings shot from straight-on.

Lime Pizza Parlor Building

2010-04-14T12:25:00.001-07:00

Above: A bold lime green building with pink, purple and teal trim.

Lime Pizza Parlor Building

This project was designed and built by Brick Trick artist Trick Richey. The Lime Pizza Parlor building has a restaurant on the first floor and mezzanine, and a third floor which remains unfinished though could serve as an upstairs apartment. The roof and floors lift off to reveal the interiors.

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Below: Another vantage point shows the project, designed to be a "corner" on our brick town block.

Above: The Lime Pizza Parlor incorporates many hard-to-find colors such as dark purple, light purple, dark pink, dark turquoise and of course lime.

Below: The backsides of the project.

Above: The roof lifts off for easy access to the third floor space.

Below: The third floor which at this time is still empty.

Above: The entire third floor lifts off the building.

Below: The three sections of the Lime Pizza Parlor.

Above: Looking down through the second floor/mezzanine to the first floor where the restaurant is serving pizza to customers at the counter.

Below: The view inside through one of the large street-level windows.

Above: The front entrance to the Lime Pizza Parlor.

Below: A close-up of the second floor windows.

Above: Another shot of the finished Lime Pizza Parlor building.

Swing Experiment #1

2010-03-30T11:40:00.001-07:00

Above: A female minifigure enjoys a new brick swing.

SWING EXPERIMENT #1

Recently we had a request from an Ebay customer asking if we had a custom building kit for a park swing. While we've built hundreds of things, it seems a swing has not yet been one of them. Considerations for a swing include issues regarding balance, so the figure will swing without falling backward. It was a tougher engineering challenge than we anticipated. While the solution in the image above is very simple, it also allows for some movement of the swing itself without falling over. We used dark pink 1x1 bricks to build the swing poles and topped it with a white 1x8 smooth tile for a cross bar. The swing itself is made of a dark purple 2x4 plate and two light bluish-gray "chains". The swing set is placed on a green 4x12 plate and we added some dark pink flowers as an accent. More experiments and ideas to follow in separate postings.

Enjoy!

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PURPLE & TEAL PICNIC TABLE KIT #2 • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-03-23T16:48:00.000-07:00

Above: The PURPLE & TEAL PICNIC TABLE KIT shown assembled with GAL PAL KIMBERLY. IN VERSION 2, our GAL PAL has a blonde pony tail and pink and blue outfit. The table is set for a croissant breakfast with creamer, sugar and coffee mug.

PURPLE & TEAL PICNIC TABLE KIT VERSION 2 • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting contains images and directions identical to the printed instructions that accompany this custom building kit sold exclusively on Ebay by BRICK TRICK DUDE.

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Below: Parts included in the custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark purple 4x4 parabola
1 orange 1x1 cap
1 green 2x2 plate
1 white antennae pole
1 dark orange croissant
1 yellow minifigure mug
1 dark pink 1x1 cylinder
1 dark blue trans. 1x1 cap
1 white 1x1 brick
1 white 1x1x2/3 slope
1 dark turquoise 2x2 brick
2 dark turquoise 2x3 33-degree inverse slopes
3 dark purple 2x4 plates

GAL PAL Minifigure“Kimberly” is assembled.

1 tan (blonde) “pony tail” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face
1 medium blue torso with pink blouse and necklace
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Place orange 1x1 cap on top peg of dark purple 4x4 parabola. Place both dark turquoise 2x3 33-degree slopes on green 2x2 plate as shown. Add blue trans. cap to dark pink cylinder for sugar bowl. Add white slope to white 1x1 brick for creamer carton.

Step 2: Place dark purple parabola with orange cap on white antennae to complete the “umbrella”. Snap dark turquoise 2x2 brick on to the top of the table base assembly as shown.

Step 3: Add all three dark purple 2x4 plates to the base assembly to create the bench seats and picnic tabletop.

Step 4: Place the sugar bowl, creamer carton, croissant and minifigure mug on the table. These items can be arranged as shown or in any way you like.

Step 5: Complete your picnic table by adding the umbrella, placed between the remaining four pegs on the tabletop. Add a minifigure and you’re ready for a breakfast picnic!

NEW 2010 PINK GREENHOUSE Prototype

2010-03-07T11:45:00.000-08:00

Above: A new PINK GREENHOUSE design includes a blonde female minifigure.

NEW 2010 PINK GREENHOUSE Prototype

This posting contains images of a newly created version of the popular BRICK TRICK DUDE PINK GREENHOUSE. Many thanks to all of our online friends for making the first version of this custom kit a sell-out. Right now we are experimenting with new versions, and the model in these photos shows one we are considering.

Enjoy!

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Check out pictures of the original PINK GREENHOUSE kit, CLICK HERE.

Below: A view from the opposite side shows the potting bench with water bottle, gal pal with shovel and the multi-shaded PINK GREENHOUSE which has red and magenta trim!

EASTER CUSTOM MIX

2010-03-06T12:52:00.001-08:00

Above: Pieces included in the custom EASTER MIX sold exclusively by BRICK TRICK DUDE on Ebay.

EASTER CUSTOM MIX

This custom set of bricks and parts includes over 200 pieces with lots of hard-to-find and sought after colors. Don't miss out on adding this cool stash to your collection. Check out the details and more images for this BUY NOW listing, CLICK HERE.

Enjoy!

PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2010-02-08T16:15:00.000-08:00

Above: The PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART shown assembled with female minifigure GABBY.

PINK GLITTER ICE CREAM CART • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions identical to the printed directions which come along with this custom BRICK TRICK DUDE kit available exclusively on Ebay.

Below: Parts included in the custom building kit.

PARTS LIST
1 dark pink 4x4 parabola
1 white antennae pole
1 orange 1x1 cap
1 white 2x4 plate
1 white 1x2 plate w/handle
1 white 1x2 tile w/panel
1 white 1x2 grill
1 dark pink 2x2 brick
1 pink trans. glitter 1x2 brick
1 white 2x2 45-degree inverse slope
2 yellow trans. 1x1 caps
3 dark blue trans. 1x1 caps
3 neon orange trans. 1x1 caps
2 black and gray gearshifts
1 clear transparent goblet
1 light orange ice cream scoops
1 green trans. 1x1 cone
1 red trans. 1x1 cone
2 light gray 2x2 axle plates
4 black smooth rubber tires
4 white 8mm wheel rims

GAL PAL Minifigure“Gabby” is assembled.
1 dark tan “bob cut” wig
1 female head w/eyebrows, red lipstick/alternate face on back
1 blue/white overall torso
1 blue hips/legs

Step 1: Snap orange cap on to dark pink 4x4 parabola. Stack dark blue transparent caps and orange transparent caps, add gearshifts. Place “scoops” in goblet. Add yellow transparent caps to red and green transparent cones.

Step 2: Build cart base by attaching pink and glitter bricks to light gray axle plates, add white inverse slope. Place white 2x4 plate on top along with white 1x2 plate w/handle. Place black tires on white rims.

Step 3: Add the white 1x2 tile w/panel and white 1x2 grill to the cart base as shown in photo. Add condiments, bottles and ice cream sundae to pegs as shown or in your own unique layout.

Step 4: Add cap/parabola to white antennae pole and place “umbrella” on cart. Carefully add wheels to pegs on light gray axle plates and you’re ready for a big day of ice cream sales.

CUTE LITTLE COTTAGES

2010-01-29T13:31:00.001-08:00

Above: A row of cottages designed and built by Brick Trick artist PHILIP BUCHAN. Each tiny house has a different holiday tree inside.

Below: The row of cottages shown with the rooftops removed, so the interiors can be more easily viewed.

CUTE LITTLE COTTAGES

Greetings BRICK TRICK BLOG Friends!

This posting features images of a series of Holiday Cottages built by PHILIP BUCHAN for the 2009 Brick Trick display. Each tiny building sits on a 16x16 peg base plate and no two homes are exactly alike.

Below: The LIME COTTAGE has a bright yellow roof. Through the large "living room" window you can see the white holiday tree decorated with black ornaments.

Above: A closer view of the tree in the LIME COTTAGE.

Below: Another view of the LIME COTTAGE. On the right side is a dark red cottage built entirely of plates. On the left is an 8x16 peg base plate with a tree and flowers used to create landscaping as well as space between the buildings.

Above: The interior of the LIME COTTAGE is visible with the yellow roof lifted off. Each building was designed to have a removable roof.

Below: A building made of dark green bricks with a red roof has a tree inside constructed with two shades of purple plates and decorated with white 1x1 caps.

Above: A closer view of the purple holiday tree inside the DARK GREEN COTTAGE.

Below: The PINK COTTAGE has a red tree with lime decorations.

VALENTINE MIX & LOVE MOSAIC

2010-01-17T13:07:00.000-08:00

Above: The Valentine "Love" mosaic designed by Brick Trick artist Trick Richey.

VALENTINE MIX & LOVE MOSAIC

Greetings BrickTrick BLOG Friends!

Despite all the many kits and other things we've built, we'd never really experimented with brick mosaics. So Trick set out to create a brick Valentine using bold colors including red and two shades of pink. The result is a free standing mosaic built on two 8x16 peg base plates which can be placed side-by-side as shown. The design also works when the base plates are arranged on top of each other in a square layout, though the mosaic panels cannot stand up in this position and have to be laid flat for display. The LOVE mosaic incorporates several cool bright pink, dark pink, red transparent and white bricks and plates, as well as lots of red transparent 1x1 smooth tiles which cover the entire background of the base plates between each of the letters and the heart motif.

More details about this project and building instructions using new software we're experimenting with will be available in a future posting.

Enjoy and happy building!

Below: Image shows a Valentine color-themed mix of bricks and other parts being offered by BRICK TRICK DUDE on Ebay, (sold as a bagged mix with 202 pieces; click the pic to view sales listing).

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2010-01-04T11:23:00.000-08:00

Above: A street scene featuring the three buildings currently available from the manufacturer in large kits. Pictured are, (from left), the FIRE BRIGADE, GREEN GROCER and the CAFE CORNER brick models. Note that some customization has taken place, such as replacing the tiny mug on the cafe signage with a big, red "Scala" coffee pot and the minifigs putting up, (or maybe taking down), a string of Christmas lights above the grocery store.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We hope you had a safe and happy holiday season and that you got all the cool Lego® products you wanted from Santa! As you can see from the photo above we've been busy building the new kits we got for Christmas. While we often feature kits we create ourselves here in the BRICK TRICK BLOG, we love to build sets from the manufacturer, too. In addition to these sets having awesome results, they also include cool pieces and colors not always so easy to find. We also enjoy learning new building techniques and these kits often have ideas we'd never thought of. While the image above shows three kits built by Philip, we also built several other projects including the new tan-colored FAMILY HOME (Model #6754) and the very delightful CARGO TRAIN. Thanks to Santa for all of the extra train track sets, too! More images of our projects will follow in future postings, right now we're getting back to more building!

Enjoy!

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Street of Larger Buildings

2009-12-22T14:28:00.000-08:00

Above: Pictured are several architectural creations from the BRICK TRICK studio. These structures, which include a cinema, hotel, hair salon and pizza parlor among others, were designed and built to accompany the GREEN GROCER kit from the manufacturer. Future postings will feature images of each building, as many of the projects have fully furnished interiors and the floors and rooftops lift off for easy viewing and play!

Happy Holidays!

PINK & MAGENTA CONVERTIBLE CAR KIT with GAL PAL HANNAH

2009-12-13T20:23:00.001-08:00

Above: The PINK & MAGENTA CAR KIT shown assembled with a new female minifigure we named HANNAH. After receiving numerous requests for car kits with "blonde" figures, we're offering this popular pink vehicle building kit with GAL PAL HANNAH wearing a white floral print blouse and blue pants. This kit is available until sold out from BRICK TRICK DUDE on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

RED SNOWMOBILE with GUY PAL CHARLES

2009-12-13T20:13:00.000-08:00

Above: After receiving numerous requests, we created a male minifigure version of this popular holiday building kit. The RED SNOWMOBILE & CHRISTMAS TREE kit is now available with guy pal CHARLES. Review the directions to build this kit, CLICK HERE.

Check out all the BRICK TRICK DUDE custom building kits available on Ebay, CLICK HERE.

ELECTRIC PIANO & PINK FLOWERS • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

2009-11-23T14:56:00.000-08:00

Above: The ELECTRIC PIANO & PINK FLOWERS KIT shown assmbled with a female minifigure we named Alicia.

ELECTRIC PIANO & PINK FLOWERS • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images and instructions to build this BRICK TRICK DUDE custom kit sold exclusively on Ebay.

Below: Parts included in the BRICK TRICK DUDE custom kit.

PARTS LIST
2 sprues of 4 dark pink flowers
2 green stalks w/3 stems each
1 neon green trans. 1x1 cone
1 black 1x2 grill
1 black 1x2 tile w/single peg
4 black 1x1 plates w/grabber
2 black 1x4 plates
1 black 2x2 plate
1 black 2x4 plate
2 black 1x2 bricks
4 white 1x2 smooth tiles
10 red trans. 1x2 caps
2 black 1x3 curved bows

Minifigure Musician “Alicia” is assembled and includes:
1 dark tan “bob cut” wig
1 female head with red lipstick and alternate face on back of head
1 solid red torso
1 white hips/legs

Step 1: Remove flowers from sprues and place on stems. Create 2 stacks of 4 red trans. 1x1 caps. Connect black 2x2 and 2x4 plates using 1 black 1x4 plate and add 2 remaining red transparent caps as shown.

Step 2: Place the remaining black 1x4 plate centered at the front of the keyboard assembly and attach using the 4 white 1x2 smooth tiles, which indicate the “ivory keys”.

Step 3: Attach the 4 black 1x1 plates with grabbers to the top pegs of the upper black 1x4 plate. “Grabbers” will overlap the white 1x2 smooth tiles to serve as the “ebony keys”.

Step 5: Attach the black 1x2 bricks and the stacks of red transparent caps to form the keyboard base. Add the vase of flowers to the peg on the top of your new electric piano.

BLUE CITY BUS PROJECT

2009-11-18T11:25:00.001-08:00

Above: The finished BLUE CITY BUS project designed and built by BRICK TRICK Artist Philip Buchan.

BLUE CITY BUS PROJECT

This posting features images and details which showcase a custom building project for the BRICK TRICK town, the BLUE CITY BUS. Of course the project has operable doors and minifigures can occupy the seats in the interior. How do you get inside? Lift off the roof!

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Below: The BLUE CITY BUS project shown completed, DARK PURPLE was used as the trim color.

Above: The opposite side of the bus, in this shot you can see the driver in his seat.

Below: Close-up shot shows the detail on the back of the BLUE CITY BUS.

Above: Close-up view shows the front door open, ready to pick up more passengers.

Below: The roof lifts off to access the BLUE CITY BUS interior.

Above: In addition to the driver, the BLUE CITY BUS can seat up to 11 minifigure passengers.