Steampunk LEGO model recreates “Voyage to the Moon” in full 3D glory.

What can’t LEGO’s do or be morphed into? That seems to be the question that keeps popping up in my head. I mean, the little plastic blocks have even been turned into salt shakers. What do you do after that? A recreation of the famous 1902 sci-image featured in “Le Voyage dans la lune” of course.

Looking at the picture above, the fact that no detail was spared is easily apparent. The maker responsible, Guy Himber, is no stranger to LEGO/steampunk creations as a quick peek at the link in this sentence proves. Clicking on through will provide a pretty impressive gallery of other works of art by Mr. Himber himself that will no doubt awe the geeks out there. Think you can top that?

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A sled on attached to your ass: Snow Shorts!

After hanging all of your grenade ornaments, why not venture outside into the white fluffy stuff and embrace all that which winter and coldness is about. First, you’ll need to choose your sled. From the classic wooden toboggans to newer composite speed sleds, it doesn’t really matter what you choose as you’re going to be at the bottom of a hill regardless. When you were a kid, did you ever try to go down on your back end only to quickly realize that (1) it hurt and (2) your ass isn’t exactly very slippery on ice/snow? A trash bag or some other flimsy plastic material would allow you to go sledless though those are fragile and don’t last long at all. Too bad we didn’t have “Snow Shorts”.

Yet again, the phrase “I wish they had these when I was a kid” seems to fit in all too appropriately. The concept is extremely simple and yes, I’m kicking myself for not monetizing this idea first. A simple plastic plate with some padding affixed to the ass end of snow pants and now someone, somewhere is many dollars richer. Adults need not worry about those embarrassing moments that may arise when you get caught trying to fit into your kids’ Snow Shorts as they come in adult sizes too. As long as your waist is 42″ or smaller, your golden. Whew! Safe here.

Now for the part none of us like — the price. They’re actually pretty reasonable at $35.00 meaning you may as well order a couple. I’m definitely getting a pair as my head is already chock full scenarios in which these pants would be amazing. You down?

• Purchase the Snow Shorts

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Reclaim those younger years with LEGO Walkie Talkies

Whether you’re old or not so old, LEGO’s were probably a part of your life as youngster. Hours of your life were spent constructing and destroying priceless creations. Many times since the then, companies have capitalized on the LEGO name. The latest venture involves a little two way action: Walkie Talkies. What says geeky kid better than almost LEGO Walkie Talkies. I say almost because the Walkie Talkies aren’t really made out of LEGOs. Instead, it is just a printed sticker on top of your usual plastic housing. A tad disappointing but still cool none the less. The cost to reclaim that lost youth? $28 and a trip to Urban Outfitters. Price is right. Looks pretty cool. What are you waiting for?

• Buy the LEGO Walkie Talkies from Urban Outfitters — (2 per box)

Source: Geeky-Gadgets