The annual ornament pressure is on...this year the Things wanted a Death Star ornament. I went for interior LED highlighting again this year, a) because I wanted the Death Star look inhabited, and b) because sometimes I just don't know when to stop. Somewhere on the ornament I always write Thing name, a short message, and year of manufacture. I do it at the end, after all pics are taken so they can be added to their collection of one-of-a-kind ornaments. They are also named so there is no bickering over whose is whose or which is which, because boys will be boys and we like to keep the peace./catalog/products/1302_1039-10569-100mm_clear_acrylic_fillable_ball_ornament.html) They are a nice heavy grade, and come in two halves that snap together which would also create the perfect Equator on the Death Star. They were $1.99 each. Drill press with hole cutter bit (there are probably more refined options out there, but go with what you have available) 400 grit wet/dry sandpaper Rubbing Alcohol (to clean surfaces prior to painting) Epoxy putty (the other mans-best-friend) Lumps of clay (to keep the globes from rolling about during construction) Painters masking tape Xacto knife Straight Edge ruler Spray paint (I used Testors flat aircraft light and dark gray for models from Michaels)
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And don’t be fooled into thinking that it’s just for children - some LEGO Creator Expert sets would test the patience and instruction following abilities of even the most skilled adult fans. So, if you’re buying LEGO for someone this Christmas, what are the bestsellers in the Liverpool ONE store? Created by fan-designer Andrew Clark and selected by LEGO Ideas members, this set is based on the BBC’s popular and long-running television series about a Time Lord – the Doctor – exploring the universe in a blue police box. The Tardis is bigger on the inside than the outside and this multifunctional set includes the console room that houses all the flight controls. Go time-travelling with the Doctor, Clara Oswald, Daleks and a Weeping Angel. Indulge your inner genius and build this LEGO version of Leonard and Sheldon’s living room as seen in the hit American sitcom The Big Bang Theory. This set was created by two LEGO fan designers—Ellen Kooijman from Sweden and Glen Bricker from the USA.
It features loads of authentic details and includes seven mini figures - Leonard, Sheldon, Penny, Howard, Raj, Amy and Bernadette - with assorted accessories including a telescope and whiteboard. This LEGO Creator Expert replica of the iconic supercar with its sleek aerodynamic lines, distinctive rear spoiler and racing-red bodywork is packed with authentic brick-built details, including pop-up headlights, side air intakes and a vented rear hatch that opens to reveal a twin-turbocharged, 90-degree V8 engine. Open the doors and you’ll discover crafted cabled door handles, steering wheel with Ferrari logo and 2 red racing seats, while under the hood you’ll find a luggage compartment and tools. This authentic camper van is a replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962. On the outside, the detailing includes ‘V’ shape three-way colour split at the front, rounded roof and window frames, opening ‘splittie’ safari windshield, opening doors, iconic pop-up roof with textile curtain, roof rack, rear side air intake vents and lots more.
Inside it has an authentic VW engine, front cabin bench seat, gear stick, angled dashboard and iconic spherical speedometer, rear bench seat and even a painting! Santa’s Workshop is a festive addition to the LEGO Winter Village Series. Build an enchanting winter wonderland, help the elves make the toys, feed the reindeer and help Santa load up his magical sleigh. Santa’s wife has baked cookies and the clock tower shows it’s nearly time for Santa to deliver the presents. This set includes six mini figures: Santa with red gift sack, Mrs. Claus with cookie tray and 4 elves with pointy ears and hats. As featured in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, this latest LEGO version of the Millennium Falcon is crammed with new and updated features, including a more streamlined and detailed design, detachable cockpit with space for two mini figures, rotating top and bottom laser turrets with hatch, dual spring-loaded shooters, sensor dish, ramp and an entrance hatch. Includes 6 mini figures with assorted weapons: Rey, Finn, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Tasu Leech and a Kanjiklub Gang Member, plus a BB-8 Astromech Droid.
Lift off the roof and open up the house to discover Homer and Marge’s bedroom, Bart’s room with his skateboard and Krusty the Clown poster, Lisa’s room with her favourite books. Lift off the top floor to reveal the fully-fitted kitchen, living room with couch and TV playing Itchy and Scratchy. Next to the house is the detachable garage and the family car, complete with dent! The Simpsons House a collector’s item for fans of all ages. Includes six mini figures: Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and Ned Flanders. This amazingly detailed battle station features an array of mini figure-scale scenes, moving parts, characters and accessories from Episodes IV and VI on its multiple decks, including the Death Star control room, rotating turbolaser turrets, hangar bay with TIE Advanced starfighter, tractor beam controls, Emperor’s throne room, detention block, firing laser cannon, Imperial conference chamber, droid maintenance facility, and the powerful Death Star superlaser. Includes 24 mini figures and droids.
The mobile vet unit is under attack from Blue and Charlie, two marauding raptors. Drive the powerful vehicle at top speed to evade their charges, join Owen on the motorbike to distract the dinosaurs and lure them away with the flare. Fire the rotating rooftop shooter to repel the raptors and put them to sleep with the ACU trooper’s tranquilizer gun. Includes three mini figures with a weapon and assorted accessories: an ACU trooper, Owen and Claire. The huge Indominus Rex has broken out of the impound, Zach is inside the gyrosphere launched from the pen wall and now he’s under attack. Direct the hunt for the rampaging beast from the impound’s research tower, set off in hot pursuit in the helicopter, evading the dinosaur’s snapping jaws and swiping claws. You must get the dangerous dinosaur safely back in the pen before it causes serious damage. Includes four mini figures with weapons and accessories: Zach, an ACU trooper, DrWu and a vet. Ultimate Christmas gift guide 10 very Scouse Christmas presents