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Lego Darth Vader - An Iconic Lego Figurine For 10 Years and Still Going

The Lego Group had humble beginnings in the workshop of Ole Kirk Christiansen, a carpenter from Billund, Denmark. In 1916, he purchased a woodworking shop in Billund which had been in business since 1895. His workshop burned down in 1924 when a fire, lit by two of his young sons, ignited some wood shavings. Ole' Kirk took the disaster as an opportunity to construct a larger workshop, and worked towards expanding his business even further.
It was in 1934 that the company name Lego was used following a contest held amongst the staff members. Later the Lego Group discovered that "Lego" can be loosely interpreted as "I put together" or "I assemble" in Latin.
The Lego Star Wars series was introduced in 1999 and has been continually added to since then. The Lego line of toys began with figurines and vehicles from the trilogy(Episodes IV-VI). Since then new sets and releases have been added to cover the earlier prequel trilogy (Episodes I-III).
All the main elements of the Star Wars movies have been recreated in Lego form. The characters are typical Lego figures with square heads and bodies. Variations in color and the headwear and costumes help to distinguish the characters. Since there is wide variation in the size,shape and heads of many star wars characters, Lego made special molds for the heads which are true to the characters. Original molds were created for the Lego Star Wars line. Darth Vader is a good example of this. Star Wars would not be the same without the light sabers so Lego made these also.
One of the first lego minifigures to be released was lego Darth Vader in 1999, there are several versions but the most common is the one of LEGO's first version. (before the 2009 redesigned torso). A red version of Darth Vader's helmet was produced and sold by Lego, however it was not included in any sets. This version was available via BrickLink but has since been removed from their item listings.
Anakin Skywalker is a Star Wars minifigure that has been released in six different versions and was first seen in The Phantom Menace sets in 1999. He also becomes Darth Vader in the Episode III set 7251 Darth Vader Transformation produced in 2005. Some versions have been released with different accessories.
- (Padawan) (with and without cape)
- Jedi Knight (Original one from Episode III and burned Anakin with no hair
- Anakin Skywalker Jedi Knight (Original one from Episode III and burned Anakin with no hair
- Figurine with light-up lightsaber and Anakin Skywalker (Clone Wars)
Lego Darthvader features in a number of lego sets, including Tie fighter sets, Final Duel 1, Tie Fighter advanced, imperial inspection, darth vader transformation, imperial star destroyer, rogue shadow and death star.
The 4547551 Chrome Darth Vader is a bag containing the Chrome Darth Vader minifigure Alongside LEGO Star Wars' 10th anniversary, LEGO produced Chrome Darth Vader minifigures to promote the event. 10,000 were randomly inserted into 2009 Star Wars sets in the US. (differing to LEGO's 2007 Gold C-3PO promotion for Star War's 30th anniversary, it was decided to include the battle packs in the list of sets that these special minifigures would be inserted into.) They were also given away as promotional in some stores, or with a purchase of Lego Star Wars in other countries. There was also a toy fair in new York in 2009 containing the chrome minifigure.
Indeed, Star wars Lego has been one of the real success stories of the lego series, with lego darth vader being a favourite with both adults and children alike.
Jared Bannister is a Lego star wars collector and enthusiast. He has produced a range of websites and blogs on the various star wars minifigures. To learn more about Lego Darth Vader visit the website at [http://www.legodarthvader.com].

LEGO Star Wars Theme

Since its conception in Denmark in 1934, LEGO has produced some of the most popular toys in the world. Advancing from the idea of blocks that could be stacked, LEGO created revolutionary toys that could be locked together. It seems like LEGOs have come a long way since then, and in fact they have. Since their creation, very few toys have inspired the same level of creativity that you can find in LEGOs. While you can buy specific LEGO sets, it's up to you to decide on how to assemble the pieces.
Moving beyond simple bricks that can be locked together, LEGO has created several toy sets that range from all different periods of history and the future. Those that love medieval times can enjoy gigantic castle sets, while those who have a taste for the future can enjoy robot themed LEGOs. Fans of the American west can even enjoy wild west themed LEGOs. LEGO hasn't limited itself to these basic themes either. They have also based many LEGO sets on movie franchises such as Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, and Star Wars.
Star Wars LEGO sets have proven to be some of the most popular LEGOs, and with such a rich film history to draw on, it's no wonder. The first LEGO Starwars set was released in 1999: the LEGO X-Wing. Since then, there have been LEGO sets created that go with the original trilogy and each of the first three prequels of the Star Wars saga. In addition to the immense popularity of the toys, LEGO has even created a series of LEGO Star Wars games on every major console.
One of the most popular LEGO Starwars toys released yet is the LEGO Starwars Anakin's Fighter (Set 7669), which comes from the new Clone Wars TV Series. This ship is a customized Jedi starfighter that has flick-firing missiles, an ejection button for R2-D2, and retractable landing gear. And of course, it includes Anakin Skywalker and R2-D2 figurines. At only 153 pieces, it's simple enough for kids around 8-10 years old, but it's cool enjoy for a Star Wars Enthusiast of any age to enjoy. This ship can be the beginning of an entire collection of LEGO Star Wars Toys.
Peter is a collector of rare Star Wars LEGO sets and in particular loves his LEGO Hailfire Droid set.

LEGO Party Ideas For a Kids Birthday Party

Lego Party Ideas... what child doesn't love to play with Lego toys? When you are planning your next child's birthday party why not take a look at Legos for your theme. You can find plenty of fun party supplies when Legos is the party theme. Lots of kids party games and even some easy ways to decorate that special Lego birthday cake.
When you are planning a child's birthday idea, why not go for a themed one. Initially it may seem like there is more organizing but once you have an agenda, it is really simple. For example, most boys are into Lego in some way or another. It is a great toy for constructing all types of things, from houses to working models of cars or trains.
There are plenty of Lego party ideas to choose from. Lego covers so many different themes themselves you could find yourself having a Star Wars party with Lego Star Wars characters, that is a very popular Lego theme. Or go with a SpongeBob Lego theme, a Lego firetruck theme or a police party or even a beach party if you chose the Lego City Coastguard Theme. Whichever Lego Party Idea you chose, send out Legoville party invitations letting your party guests what your theme is. Themed invitations are one of the many items you can choose from Legoville party supplies.
As Lego is such a colorful theme, you can ask the guests to dress up in different colors like a costume. When they arrive offer to paint their face. You will obviously need to check that the child has no allergies and don't paint over open cuts. Keep it simple i.e. have a different sponge for each color. Kids just love having their faces painted and they will not care that you are not Picasso. It will kick off the party on a great note.
You can carry on the color theme with the cake and the sandwiches. Using strips of colored icing will help make the cake look like Lego bricks. You can use layers of different colors jelly for deserts and food colorings will transform the plainest sandwich.
Lego party game ideas can be adapted to any of the themes you have chosen. For example, if you go for Star Wars you can play a variation of cops and robbers with one side being the dark side and the other Yoda's team. If you have gone for a color theme i.e. face painting etc, you could use some balloon games. Favorites include Catch me where all the guests receive a balloon with their name on it. The idea is that they have to keep this balloon or any nearest one in the air until the music stops. Whoever doesn't manage to keep the balloon floating is out.
If you want to have some relatively quiet time to calm the kids down, you could play draw the funny face on the balloon. The children pass around balloons and each person has to draw something for the face. So one draws the eyes, another draws the mouth and so on. Whoever pops the balloon is out and the last remaining child wins. You will obviously need a ready supply of balloons.
Use Lego party favor supplies to make up the contents of the party bags. You can buy individual packs of Lego that will have enough bricks to build one small item. Bubbles, crayons, coloring pages, temporary tattoos and stickers are always great for adding to the Lego party bags. Have lots of Lego fun with these Lego party ideas.
Ms. Party Ideas is Jillian Gallo and she writes about fun party stuff! Find all the unique party ideas and cheap party supplies at http://www.partyideasparade.com. Get all the LEGO Party Ideas you need at http://www.partyideasparade.com/lego-party-ideas.html. Your next kids party is sure to be a thrill for your little party guests when LEGO is the party theme. You can learn how to plan and organize your party ideas....all kinds of kids creative party ideas, delicious and easy party menu recipes and of course, fun party games is what you will find along with some great cake and cupcake decorating ideas! Make it yourself party food, invitations and decorations. Jilly also likes to play Pinata games so you can find out the game rules and learn how to play the pinata game too.

Amazing Lego Birthday Party Ideas

It's Building Time! Lego birthday party theme is definitely one of the popular themes you can throw for your kid's birthday party. Many kids are obsessed playing Lego bricks and to have lots of kids hanging out for the party, they will simply love it. Simply let your kids build his own empire with Lego bricks. You name it, Skyrocket tower, houses, monster, airplane, car and more! They simply loves building it. And all other kids who don't even know what Lego all about, they will simply start to fell in love with it. Because, it is so popular that it's no longer just a collection of toys but also it has become part of kid's life.
Check out some lists of useful resources that I have gathered below and customize them to each of your preference.
Lego Birthday Party Invitation
  1. Fold an A4 size color paper and get one small cardboard. Using pencil, draw a mini circle (about 2 to 3inch in diameter) on the cardboard and cut them out using scissor. Make six of them. Next, color the circle so that the color matches your color paper. Paste them in rows of three on the cover page of your color paper so that it looks like a Lego brick. Tagged your kid photo and attaching it at one corner of the cover page.Write down your invitation content on the card inside.
  2. You can use card stock, blank color paper, ribbon, few pictures of Lego bricks including Lego Tower, airplane and more, to decorate and design your invitation. Your card design can be in the shape of Lego Tower or even Lego Man. The background of your card can be decorated in such a way that it look like a Lego Wall. To do this, draw out few identical rectangular on different set of color paper and cut them out. Paste them on the plain card stock to simulate Lego wall. Take another piece of paper (smaller than the first one) and paste it over the first card at the center. Decorate it and write your ideal invitation content.
Lego Birthday Party Decoration
  1. Filled your house with colorful balloon decoration. It can be hang on the ceiling, window or even at your house gate. On the ground, filled some space of your party area with lots of colorful balloon. One characteristic of Lego party is symbol of many color. You can also add mini color balls that the kids usually loves to play on a tent, indoor. This is well suited for toddler who came by for your party.
  2. Hang some bright party streamer across the wall. You can also customize it with balloon, Lego stickers and also handmade Lego paper bricks.
  3. Set one corner full of Lego bricks and toys for the kids to play for the party.This is the most important decoration and fun ideas for kids to play later on.
  4. Decorate the side of your table with some homemade Lego brick using color paper, Styrofoam and cardboard.
Lego Birthday Party Games and Activities
Build Lego Tower: Get the kids started with building their own tower and houses as part of your Lego birthday party activity!
Make a parachute with Lego Man: Give each player a long string, small plastic bag and Lego Man. Guide them on how to do it through your instructional card. Once everyone done, get everyone to try and parachute the Lego Man together. Give everyone the Lego Man as a token of gift for participating. This is definitely another exciting activities you can do together with kids.

Christmas Gifts For Lego Fans (When You Don't Want To Buy More Lego)

Lego is an amazing toy that helps kids learn about spatial relationships, building and a whole slew of other educational areas. It is also wonderful for parents to share with their children and is a great way to de-stress.
However there does come a point in every Lego collector's life when there is simply too much Lego. Every cupboard in the house ends up being crammed with Lego until it starts seeping out of the walls and carpets, ending up in the strangest of places.
So if you are looking to purchase a Lego gift for the Lego fan in your life but don't actually want to contribute to the existing pile of plastic goodness then there are other options.
First and foremost would have to be the books. In the past few years Lego and their affiliates have put out a number of amazing books. The most essential to a Lego fan would probably be the two volume hardcover set entitled The LEGO Book by Daniel Lipkowitz. A rich source of information and inspiration this two volume slipcase set is the one of the best Lego releases of the last 5 years.
Other books that would make great gifts include Lego Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary, The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide by Allan Bedford and for younger fans, the various Brickmaster volumes.
Brickmaster is the official magazine of the Lego group but they have also come out with a series of Lego Instruction/Ideas/Pieces Kits for Lego Star Wars, Pirates, Castles and Atlantis themes. The Brickmaster books each contain 48 pages of instructions for models that can be created by using the accompanying 140 pieces.
If books aren't your thing, then try clothes instead. There are a range of Lego T Shirts in a variety of sizes, for girls, boys and adults. Star Wars Lego T Shirts seem to be the most popular but there are other variations as well. Wearing a Lego T Shirt is a way for Lego fans to share their love of the Brick with the world.
Lego.com has a range of other goodies, including cake moulds, ice cube trays, clocks, watches, stationary and just about anything else you can imagine. So if you are looking for a great gift for Lego fans but don't want to buy bricks then there are other options to make the Lego fan in your life smile.
Inger is a parent with a passion for toys that educate, entertain and last for years. Her website, The Brick Life is a site about Lego for parents and includes articles on areas such as Lego City sets and Lego Storage Ideas.

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