This week, The Brick Stand shines the spotlight on a beloved retired LEGO set: the Blue Creative Box (Product Number: 10706) from the Classic theme. This versatile set was a fan favorite until its retirement on December 19, 2018. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and explore the creative possibilities of this beloved set.
Unleash Your Creativity
The Blue Creative Box set, part of the Classic theme, offered 4124 pieces that allowed builders to explore a world of open-ended creativity and imagination. This versatile LEGO set included vibrant shades of blue and bright colors, with more than 75 pieces that featured a mix of classic LEGO bricks and special elements. Designed to foster open-ended creativity, the set provided three levels of building complexity and came with an inspirational guide containing building instructions and ideas. Created for builders aged 4 to 99, the set also served as an excellent starter kit, making it ideal for budding LEGO enthusiasts.
Timeless Builds
The Blue Creative Box is a part of the Classic theme and is known for its accessibility and simplicity, positioning it as an ideal option for young builders and those new to LEGO. The set is a part of a series featuring color-themed Creative boxes, including Red, Green, and Yellow sets. While it may not offer rare or unique parts, the Blue Creative Box provides a variety of blue-colored elements, making it a charming and fun introduction to building with LEGO. Upon release, it received positive feedback for its value for money, playability, and building experience, appealing to both children and adult fans of LEGO. With its affordable price and appealing designs, the set has become a popular choice for travel and as a starting point for young LEGO enthusiasts.
Building Brilliance
The Blue Creative Box from the LEGO Classic theme has garnered positive reviews from customers who found it to be a versatile and engaging set for young builders. One reviewer praised the set for its potential as an introductory building experience, stating, “These sets are clearly not a source of spectacular parts or building experiences, but as an introduction for a child to what you can build, and how you can build it with Lego blocks, this is an excellent starting point” (jinxjinx550). Another reviewer highlighted the set’s playability and value for money, emphasizing its appeal to both children and adults: “Obviously, kids will get the most out of this set, but the inner child will love it too!” (Lochdent). Furthermore, the set was praised for its suitability as a travel companion, providing a range of building options and colors, as affirmed by one reviewer who stated, “They are the perfect lego travel sets because they offer a great range of variety and if you lose a piece or two it isn’t the end of a $60 set” (ShawnMarie). Overall, the Blue Creative Box received positive feedback for its affordability, variety of building models, and potential for fostering imaginative play and creative exploration.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Blue Creative Box Reviews
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Join us next week as we continue our weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. We hope you enjoyed learning about the Blue Creative Box (Set Number: 10706) from the Classic theme, which was retired on November 24th and December 19th, 2018. Stay tuned for another exciting set review next week, and be sure to check back for more discontinued LEGO sets in the coming weeks.
