A LEGO rose by any other name would smell like victory—and sounds like this: thwip, thwip, thwip, as the plastic stems and shoots just slide together and take shape. So I’ll break out the gold stars and take a whiff of sweet, sweet success. LEGO horticulture is growing on me for sure.
I also have to thank my son Alex, who just decided, on a whim, to get me a LEGO rose kit while he was out shopping. I think he was secretly hoping I’d need his help. I didn’t this time, but I only made one of the two roses, so he could put together the other. (I suspect the rose I made wants a friend.)
The flower I put together is the perfect complement to my LEGO daffodils, and if I keep this up, I will have a whole garden buzzing with LEGO bees and a LEGO watering can that spills forth nourishing blue blocks. (Mmm, refreshing!)
Besides LEGO bees, this rose pairs well with:
- Cakes covered in circular bumps and tubes
- Mini-figure magicians who need something to pull from their sleeves
- Brick-loads of champagne-colored pieces parts
- A clear vase filled with mini-figure caterpillars
- A snap-decision wedding
Your Turn: What’s an activity you find relaxing?
Fixin' Leaks and Leeks 
Walking along an empty beach!
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That sounds lovely!
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‘Tis! My husband always has to drag me away.
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This is such a charming and creative take on LEGO horticulture! The way you’ve brought the rose to life with humor and vivid imagery is delightful—especially the idea of a buzzing LEGO garden and a block-spilling watering can. It’s heartwarming that your son Alex sparked this fun project, and I love how you’ve turned it into a shared experience.
As for relaxing activities, I’d say writing whimsical responses like this is definitely up there! How about you—what’s next in your LEGO garden? 🌹✨
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Thank you so much! Writing whimsical responses IS relaxing. Hmmmm I’ve seen a cactus project, so I’m thinking about that one next!
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I have a bouquet of Lego flowers, two sunflowers and an orchid which drove me mad while I was trying to get it finished before those who gave it to me came to visit. My birthday chrysanthemum is still in the box…
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The bouquet sounds lovely! I saw the orchid box in a store once and thought it did look like one of the more difficult projects. Cheers!
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The bouquet looks surprisingly real, even though my Lego mad grandson pointed out the leaves were actually pterodactyl wings in his set!
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Lego has come along since I was a boy making rockets and handguns…
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Ha! It sure has!
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I didn’t know that there were Lego flowers! Wow. They didn’t have that when I was a kid. Walking or doing puzzles are activities that relax me. 😊
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Walking is definitely relaxing for me–as long as I’m not trying to put together a LEGO set while doing so. 🙂
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We got our daughter a Lego flower kit for Christmas because the Tuxedo Cat kit was out of stock. Then two weeks ago, I was able to finally get her the Tuxedo Cat—it’s incredible!
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Umm…hello? Tuxedo Cat–I must have this.
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Yes, it’s absolutely fantastic—looks so much like Ilana that it spooks me!
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Reading, jig saw puzzles, crosswords,
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Yes–agreed–all wonderfully relaxing. 🙂
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My son is a fan of Lego flowers. I’m not, I prefer knitting
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I wish I could knit! 🙂
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Wow. It looks really good! So realistic.
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Beautifully written . For me teaching ☺️
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Thank you! 🙂
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