2011 DRUMMER BOY & STAGE KIT • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.