Latest news with #LegoBotanicals
Straits Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Fun With Kids: Legoland Malaysia unveils ‘Marina Bay Sands', Singapore Flyer's Time Capsule reopens
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Legoland Malaysia has unveiled a refreshed Miniland Singapore in celebration of Singapore's 60th anniversary. SINGAPORE – Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities. Legoland Malaysia celebrates SG60 Legoland Malaysia has unveiled a refreshed Miniland Singapore in celebration of Singapore's 60th anniversary. This updated attraction, crafted entirely from Lego bricks, showcases iconic landmarks such as a 4m-tall Marina Bay Sands (MBS), complete with its famous rooftop infinity pool. Other new additions include a fully rotating Singapore Flyer, the Helix Bridge, ArtScience Museum and Gardens by the Bay. The revamped Miniland Singapore features 16 large models, 10 boats, 80 vehicles and more than 1,600 figurines. Its construction reportedly took over 16,000 hours and used more than 1.5 million Lego bricks. Legoland Malaysia's Miniland Singapore features updated landmarks, including Marina Bay Sands, ArtScience Museum and the Helix Bridge. PHOTO: LEGOLAND MALAYSIA Launched in 2012, the theme park's Miniland zone also highlights attractions from 17 Asian countries, such as Malaysia's Petronas Twin Towers and India's Taj Mahal. Until Aug 15, Singapore residents can enjoy a $60 discount when purchasing at least three Triple Park annual passes. They normally cost RM499 (S$152) for adults, and RM429 for children aged three to 11 and seniors aged 60 and above. The promotion price is RM433 for adults and RM363 for children and seniors. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Four men arrested in Bukit Timah believed to be linked to housebreaking syndicates Singapore Criminal trial of Hyflux founder Olivia Lum and five others starts Aug 11 Singapore Profile of Kpod user has shifted from hardcore drug users to young people: Experts Tech Former data analyst creates AI tutor that assesses students based on Singapore schools' criteria Opinion I used to be impatient. Then I became a granddad Life Pixar film-maker, We Bare Bears creator Daniel Chong on the lessons his S'porean parents taught him Opinion Recognising our imperfections is part of what makes Singapore whole Business The risks of using 'decoupling' to own two properties These offer unlimited access to the theme park, water park and Sea Life aquarium. Buy them at The Lego Architecture Skyline Collection's Singapore brick set features iconic buildings. PHOTO: THE LEGO GROUP Your kids can build their own MBS too. Get the Lego Architecture Skyline Collection's Singapore brick set ($99.90), which also features iconic structures such as OCBC Centre, One Raffles Place and Supertree Grove. The Mini Orchid set from the Lego Botanicals series features five blooms. PHOTO: THE LEGO GROUP And from the Lego Botanicals series, there is the Mini Orchid set ($45.90), a representative symbol of Singapore's national flower. While both sets are recommended for those aged 18 and above, you can guide your younger children to build them. Find them at Lego stores in Singapore. Singapore Flyer's time capsule reopens Journey with time-travelling robot R65 through Singapore's history – from its early days to the world-class city it is today – with new video animations. PHOTO: SINGAPORE FLYER Get ready for a new experience at the Singapore Flyer. Its two-storey Time Capsule multisensory attraction reopened on Aug 8 following an upgrade since its launch in 2020. Still on hand to journey with you is R65, a time-travelling robot. It will take you from the island's 13th-century origins as a bustling trading port to the multicultural, world-class city it is today. The narrative is enhanced with new video animations, projection mapping and light detection and ranging technology. The Time Capsule also features Peranakan-themed installations, interactive games and multimedia showcases that explore Singapore's identity. Use the Time Capsule web app to scan QR codes and interact with life-size characters such as traders. PHOTO: SINGAPORE FLYER For a more immersive experience, use the Time Capsule web app to scan QR codes and interact with life-size characters such as traders. Set aside 45 minutes to fully enjoy the Time Capsule. Admission is included with every ticket to the 30-minute observation wheel ride, which offers 360-degree city views. If you are a Singapore citizen or permanent resident (PR) born in August, you can get two tickets for $40 until Aug 31. Meanwhile, other Singapore citizens and PRs can buy two tickets for $60 until Sept 30. Entry usually costs $40 an adult, and $25 a child aged three to 12 and a senior aged 60 and above. Local artist Ah Guo's triptych A Little Whimsical Salute is displayed at the Whimsical Reality art gallery at Singapore Flyer. PHOTO: AH GUO The Singapore Flyer has also launched Whimsical Reality, a permanent art gallery showcasing 28 pieces by renowned local artist Lee Kow Fong, better known as Ah Guo. Five of these works feature the observation wheel. A highlight is A Little Whimsical Salute, a commemorative triptych marking Singapore's Diamond Jubilee. Rendered in Ah Guo's signature watercolor style, these three interconnected works illustrate Singapore's transformation across three distinct periods: the 1960s to 1970s, 1980s to1990s, and 2000s and beyond. Admission to the gallery is free.
Buzz Feed
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
23 Target Products For Your Kid's Room That They Won't Grow Out Of Right Away
A comfy, cozy beanbag chair with a secret side-sleeve pocket for holding books or tablets, and a loop handle for dragging it around with ease. Promising review: "Loved these bean bags for my 6- and 8-year-olds. They fit perfectly in them; they're comfortable and lightweight enough to easily move around. Also like the structure to them. " —CRacPrice: $70+ (available in four colors) A Melissa & Doug wooden toy chest because there are just so many toys, and they can't be played with all at once, and they need to go somewhere that's not the floor. Promising review: "A great value for the money. I needed something to put the grandkids' toys in, and this works great! It was good quality and put together well." —TlerPrice: $104.99 A 3-in-1 double-sided wooden art easel with a whiteboard, chalkboard, and paper roll for nascent artists to work in their preferred medium, and store all those art supplies on the easel's two shelves. Promising review: "It's very heavy, but I loved that about this item. It's actually wood and not flimsy at all. It is aesthetically pleasing to look at as a kid's toy. I love the shelves for storage, and it comes with two bins. The dry-erase board has been a huge hit, and the paper roll too." —RclausPrice: $72.99+ (originally $179.99+, available in five colors) A Lego Botanicals mini orchid building set that'll take some adult hands to help build, but will add a never-need-to-water-or-worry-about-dying floral touch to any kid's room. Promising reviews: "A really fun build. It didn't take very long. A great set for anyone that won't take hours or days to put together." —Baxterdad"Looks life-like from across the room!" —OtherPrice: $23.99 A pop-up LED light-up play tent to encourage kids to take off to new areas of imaginative and independent play (or just take a nap inside). Promising review: "I bought this for my niece, and she loved it; the lights are super cool. Will 100% recommend." —LizEPrice: $34.99 A Shark air purifier featuring a true HEPA filter for capturing 99.98% of airborne particles like dust, dander, and allergens in a space up to 500 square feet. Promising review: "Love the auto feature!!! It continuously adjusts to the amount of pollution in the air. It kicks into high gear when I blow out a candle on the other side of my apartment and even when I use hairspray/aerosol products in my bathroom. It's great to know that all the little things I don't see are being collected out of my home! It's easy to turn that feature off and you can set it on a timer, but I've read it's more beneficial to leave it running on auto. Air purifiers don't extort as much energy as you'd imagine. It's incredibly easy to check the filter life as well. 10/10 for this air purifier!" —haley aPrice: $199.99 A rack of painted wooden hooks to hang jackets, hoodies, backpacks, hats, or anything that doesn't exceed 2 pounds of weight on each hook (that means no hanging from these hooks, kiddos). Promising review: "I bought one for my son's room, and it's very sturdy. My toddler rips coats off of it all the time, and it hasn't budged. I love it so much I bought another one for my daughter's room. I highly recommend!" —PaigePrice: $15 A ceramic starry globe nightlight for helping kids who are drifting off to sleep or waking up in the middle of the night by casting lightly glowing stars on walls and ceilings. Promising review: "We use this nearly every night now in my son's room! It's a soft starlight glow that's bright enough to allow one to see in the room at night or to keep the 'monsters' at bay but not bright enough to interrupt sleep (at least for my kid). It's a 'good dim' light and cute!" —MagnoliasongPrice: $20 A waterproof, impact-resistant LED flashlight to light the way for those middle-of-the-night trips to the bathroom or conducting monster inspections under the bed. Price: $12.99 A low-pile construction, indoor striped rug that easily adds a splash of color to the high-traffic areas of your kid's floor. Promising review: "Love the texture, the colors, and the quality! Pillowfort fan since always." —ValerioPrice: $55+ (available in two sizes) A wood ruler growth chart for tracking all those feet and inches over the years and a nice little reminder for parents about how small the kids were at different times. Promising review: "Perfect length, very sturdy, it's solid wood, looks classic, and goes with our decor very well." —Jennell808Price: $69.99 A set of 12 collapsible drawer organizer bins so both parents and kids can easily find their favorite shirt or pair of socks without tearing the whole room apart. Promising review: "The perfect addition to organize my son's dresser. The zipper makes it easy to store away if you're not using them. Very sturdy" —DelanaPrice: $23.99+ (originally $59.98; available in five colors) An extra-large coiled rope basket to toss toys, clothes, grooming products, or whatever. It's especially helpful for transporting said items that have been scattered around the house back to their room or performing quick cleanups. Promising review: "I'm very impressed with this storage basket. It can be used to hold toys, blankets, clothes, etc. It can hold a good amount of items as well. My hubby wanted to steal the one I bought to replace his hamper. I ended up buying a second. Good buy!" —QueenBPrice: $15+ (available in two colors and three sizes) A water- and dust-proof JBL Go4 Bluetooth wireless speaker with a little loop for easy carrying and up to seven hours of playtime. You can even pair two speakers to create some stereo sound. Promising review: "I bought this to use in the shower, and it's perfect for this purpose. It took all of two seconds to pair with my phone. It has a nice sound and easy-to-use controls even with wet hands. I was surprised at how small the loop was. I'm not sure what its intended purpose is, but for me, it works for hanging off a shower curtain ring." —alissaPrice: $39.99 (available in five colors) A two-tier wood bookshelf to display all those favorite books that you've read to the kids so many times that you've basically memorized the whole thing and don't even need to look at it. Plus, it holds toys too! Promising review: "I bought this when we moved to a new state to have the ability to put books in my kids' room but also have them learn to put their books away. We love it. It's very sturdy. Holds about 20–25 books (if you stuff it)!" —MomVPrice: $40 A six-pack of remote-controlled, hexagon LED color-changing tile panel lights that can be arranged in nearly endless configurations. Each box includes fasteners for easily attaching to walls. Get a second set and link up to 12 lights. Promising review: "Pros: Easy to assemble and hang, great vivid colors with adjustable brightness, a decent amount of lighting-low ambiance and party vibes, different coloring-changing modes to switch it up. The lights respond to music amazingly well (mini-concert time). Slight inconveniences are that you can only connect six panels together, which makes it a little hard to make larger designs, and each set of six needs its own USB adapter." —Get SpookyPrice: $64.99 A 13-inch world globe to put 🎵 the whole world in their (small) hands 🎵 as kids can spin through international destinations while learning geography and what latitudes and longitudes are all about. Promising review: "I like the price I paid. Globes are just so expensive!" —anonymousPrice: $37.99 (originally $49) A Nex Playground Active Play video game system that uses an AI-powered camera and motion-learning system instead of sensors or wearables to sense natural hand gestures and movements. This is out-of-the-box fun right here, and an easy fit for any bedroom. Comes with five games: Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Goal Keeper, Fruit Ninja, and Party FowlPromising review: "I bought a Nex playground for my 5-year-old son, and he loves it. His favorite games are Fruit Ninja and the games in Active Arcade. I love that the Nex games keep him moving and that they keep developing new games for the console. The Nex has made playdates at our house a big hit. Their customer service is also fantastic! 10/10 recommend." —Cherylb614Price: $249.99 A portable lap desk with plenty of storage space so creative endeavors like drawing, coloring, or writing never need to be confined to one space. It even works for snacking! Promising review: "It didn't take long to put together. My kids were fairly eager to use it. Seems like it'll last and they liked the reusable sticker set. The large side pocket holds activity books and paper, so it helps to keep them off tables and on hand for use." —Briana SPrice: $16.99 An easy-to-clean two-sided playmat to provide a comfy surface for your kid's activities, especially if their bedroom has hardwood floors and no carpet. Promising review: "Great mat. Attractive. Cushioned. Great for sitting on while playing and prevents bumps and bruises for kids learning to walk. Dog and cat claws don't rip it. Can be vacuumed." —kc9Price: $179.99 An ultrasonic cool mist humidifier that'll moisturize air for up to 25 hours straight, helping with anything from dry skin to congestion (for babies, toddlers, kids, and adults). Everyone's respiratory system wins! Ideal for rooms up to 250 square review: "Easy to fill, quiet, good mist, and really improved my son's congestion. He is 2, and we have been using one from his baby shower for some time and saw no improvement; been using this for about a week and saw a quick change in his cough, congestion, and runny nose." —CmariePrice: $32.99 A 36-pack of plug protectors because electrical safety might still be an issue no matter how old they get! Promising review: "On top of everything you must worry about while being a parent, the last thing you need to worry about is your little one's tiny fingers getting hurt. This product is the best! Came with plenty of covers for the apartment." —BGardenPrice: $3.49 A polka-dotted kids' wastebasket for all those used tissues and snack wrappers that seemingly populate the floor at all times (even right after you've cleaned). Promising review: "Really nice trash can, perfect for my little girls' bedroom. It's sturdy enough that it's held up for a long time, even when being stored behind their constantly open the door into it, lol. I expected it to get cracked after enough abuse, but it's still hanging on strong!" —VjaPrice: $18
Tom's Guide
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Tom's Guide
Huge Lego sale is live from $5 at Amazon — 15 deals I recommend for Father's Day, summer gifts and more
Lego fans everywhere, drop everything — Amazon is currently slashing prices on Lego sets. Whether you're shopping for yourself or are looking for Father's Day deals, there are a ton of awesome discounts to be found. Right now Amazon's Lego sale has deals from $5. I've been keeping an eye out for discounts on the Lego Ideas Tuxedo Cat, and now it's on sale for $90 at Amazon. This price drop has me itching to add it to my cart. Or, if you're on a smaller budget, these pretty Lego Roses are on sale from $11 at Amazon. Keep scrolling to see all my favorite Lego deals. Plus, check out our Amazon promo codes, and see this Garmin sale with up to 50% off. Every Lego build starts with sturdy foundations. This Lego Classic Green Baseplate is on sale for just $5, which is perfect if you want to get started on a city or park build. It's square-shaped with 32 studs in each direction. Add a little sunshine to your day with these pretty Lego sunflowers. This simple build is excellent for anyone of any age or skill level. Plus, you can display them however you like in a vase or amongst real blooms. There's a LEGO set for every kind of hobby, and believe it or not, some are incredibly affordable — even less than $10. This Creator 3-in-1 set is particularly great because you get three different space-themed builds from the same pieces, including two spaceships or an astronaut. These Lego Roses really brighten up a living space, and they make for an excellent gift. The set comes with 120 pieces, and is relatively simple to build. What's more, these roses will never wilt! Lego Botanicals sets are super popular, but if your kiddo isn't quite old enough for them yet, this is the Lego deal you need. Suitable for ages two and up, this cute garden build comes with flowers, bees and other critters. There are also blocks marked one to five, to help teach counting. Nothing's more important than family... or this Lego Speed Champions Fast and Furious set. Based on the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) that appeared in 2 Fast 2 Furious, this set looks slick and it even comes with a Brian O'Conner minifigure. "The Mandalorian" fans will love this BARC Speeder Escape set, inspired by the throwback scene in which Kelleran Beq helps Grogu evade Clone Trooper capture at the Jedi Temple on Coruscant. Another great addition to your Lego Botanicals collection is on sale at Amazon. This Lucky Bamboo set comes with three stems in a pot, with a plinth to display it on. There's no watering required, so this is a great way to add some greenery to your home. Take your minifigures on a tour of Lego City with this double-decker sightseeing bus set. The bus has doors that open and close and space for the minifigs to sit inside or on the roof deck. Terrify and amaze all visitors with this Lego Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils T. Rex Skull! This set comes with 577 pieces, allowing you to build a T. Rex Skull, footprint and an information plate. It's perfect for dinosaur lovers aged nine and up. What's better than plants? Tiny Lego plants! This Botanicals set contains a variety of brick greenery, including cacti and colorful flowers. Each one comes in its own pot. This has to be one of the most impressive looking Lego vehicle sets out there. With 801 pieces included, you'll be able to recreate the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Grey Hypercar, with doors that open, wheels that turn and more. This 583-piece collectible LEGO droid figure, inspired by "The Phantom Menace" and "The Clone Wars," can transform into the iconic ball shape. It also comes with a special LEGO Star Wars 25th anniversary brick for the display stand. The LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Helmet is on sale at Amazon. It depicts in close detail the menacing Darth Vader helmet, making it perfect for fans of the dark side. It even comes with a name plate. This Lego Icons Fountain Garden looks gorgeous, and it's now on sale for a nice discount. With a Lego marble archway, fountain, and foliage, it's one of the best sets out there to add to your home decor. If you're a cat lover, this Lego Ideas Tuxedo Cat set is a must-own. Once built, it comes in a cute sitting pose, and has options for different eye colors and mouth positions. Just make sure your real cat doesn't knock it off your shelf.
Free Malaysia Today
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Legoland launches world's first Lego flower garden
The Lego flower garden in Johor is open to the public. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) ISKANDAR PUTERI : Imagine a flower that never wilts. Not a readymade one but one you can actually build with your own hands brick by brick. Proudly blooming at Legoland Malaysia in Johor is the world's first Lego flower garden. Covering over 4,100 sq ft and built using more than 792,000 Lego bricks, Miniland's latest attraction is a vibrant burst of colour. Opened to the public on April 28, the garden took more than 2,200 hours to complete. It features 58 varieties of Lego flowers from the popular Lego Botanicals collection, including sunflowers, orchids, bonsai trees, cherry blossoms, and wildflower bouquets. One of the standout features? A stunning customised Lego model of the Rafflesia – an ode to Southeast Asia's iconic (and famously stinky) bloom. The main highlight at the Lego flower garden is the customised Rafflesia. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) According to CS Lim, vice president of Legoland Malaysia Resort, the project was a year in the making. 'The Lego botanical series was getting very popular, so we thought, instead of people buying one box and building one flower, why don't we build an entire garden here to have all those flowers in one location,' he told FMT Lifestyle. Taking a stroll through the flower garden, you'll soon realise it is truly a unique experience. A mix of real plants, artificial greenery, and detailed Lego sculptures gives the space a feel that's as close to a real garden as bricks can get. There are more than just flowers here. Spot Lego koi fish in the pond, butterflies perched on petals, and birds resting on branches. Fun fact: there's even a hidden scent machine to make the garden smell like real flowers. The attraction also includes a workshop where you can build your own Lego flower. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) 'Coming to this garden, I hope visitors feel serene,' said Lim. 'But most important is the experience – not just to take nice photos, but also to take part in the activities, build your own flower, and take it home.' Workshops are led by Zariq Mohd Ali, 31, the only master model builder in Malaysia. Visitors can join him to creatively repurpose old Lego bricks into brand-new floral masterpieces. 'I've loved Lego from a really young age, but as you grow older, you have other responsibilities and interests, so I kind of let it go,' he shared. With a degree in economics and international relations, Zariq was retrenched twice from his ecommerce job. The Lego flower garden features 58 varieties of flowers from the Lego Botanicals collection. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) 'One morning I was jobless and saw an Instagram post saying they were looking for a master model builder in Legoland. And I told myself, 'hey, if I don't try, I'll never know'.' Today, he's living every kid's dream job. 'I want people to leave with that sense of wow,' he said of the garden. 'It would be incredible if this place even became a spot for proposals.' Each Lego sculpture – big or small – is handmade by Zariq and his team of skilled builders. Miniland includes several miniature Lego attractions, including this one depicting Batu Caves. (Andrea Edmonds @ FMT Lifestyle) The flower garden joins a long list of impressive miniature attractions at Miniland, built with over 30 million Lego bricks and showcasing famous landmarks from 17 Asian countries. There's the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, India's Taj Mahal, Melaka's Christ Church, and Batu Caves – just to name a few. In fact, the Miniland Amazing Malaysia section alone features over 1.38 million Lego bricks, celebrating the country's rich cultural diversity. While you're there, be sure to explore the other attractions too – from the water park to the dragon roller coaster. To find out more, check out the Legoland Malaysia Resort website.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Last-minute Mother's Day gift alert! Lego bouquets are on sale and will arrive just in time
Looking for a gift that'll keep blooming long after Mother's Day? Enter the ever-popular Lego Botanicals collection: flowers that never wilt, need no water and bring hours of hands-on fun. Not only will Mom enjoy building her blooms, but she'll be rewarded with a gorgeous arrangement that won't look sad and droopy in mere days. You know what's even better? The whole collection is on sale at Amazon right now — yep, just in time for Mother's Day! Grab one for 20% off and make Mom's day. If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.) The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication. Shop Mother's Day gifts: Best Mother's Day gifts for 2025 | Mother's Day gifts under $50 | Unique Mother's Day gifts | Last-minute Mother's Day gifts | Best Mother Day gift experiences | Best Mother's Day flowers
