Lego fan conventions will sometimes offer “con kits” of a small, themed set as an exclusive extra unique to the convention.
My effort is to bring the standard of presentation for these con kits up to par with sets released by the Lego group, so fans feel like they’re getting something special and valuable.
What would be the third (and unfortunately final) con kit for the now-suspended BricksLA in 2022 was the iconic Griffith Observatory. This was a lot of fun to design, with a hidden feature inside of a printed globe and information panel, like the exhibits in the museum’s lower level.
Includes a 32-page information booklet and instructions. Limited run of 200.
Like the previous year’s Brick Brunch Truck for BricksLA, 2021’s Bricks by the Bay requested a small kit for their virtual convention, and what could be more distinctive for the bay area than a cable car?
For a small build with under 60 parts, there are some clever connections to place the trolley on the street and connect a section of open seating. Instructions fit on a folded two-sided flyer, replicating Lego polybag sets, with custom-printed bricks exclusive to the set. Limited run of 250.
Owing to the 2021 BricksLA convention being virtual, the con kit was scaled down to another LA icon: the gourmet food truck. This 47-piece set was limited to 200 polybags, with ’90s-era Lego City graphics by Alex Saar.
The 2020 con kit for BricksLA, based on the famous Los Angeles landmark. The 28-page booklet contains vintage photos and facts about the public park’s history and construction. Limited run of 200.
The 2019 con kit for BricksLA. The first in a series of Architecture-themed exclusive sets for VIB attendees. The 20-page booklet contains vintage photos and facts about the iconic freeway. Limited run of 200.
