LEGO Reviews Seasonal40426

Christmas Wreath 2-in-1

Name: LEGO Christmas Wreath 2-in-1 40426
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40426
Rating: 4.72 (623 reviews)

88 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: AA2020510 pcsHigh agreement · 97%

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BUY

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Highly Recommended

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LOVED (8)

01Creative and versatile seasonal set that showcases LEGO's design creativity
022-in-1 design allows for two different display configurations (table and hanging)
03Clever shared ring assembly makes reconfiguration easy without rebuilding from scratch
04Fits in original box for easy storage with Christmas decorations
05Four additional building ideas provided in instructions for further creativity
06Contains abundant foliage elements including new plant-derived plastic pieces
07Attractive as both table centerpiece and wall/door decoration
08Box design with flap lid doesn't require destruction to open

CRITICIZED (6)

01Ring assembly is slightly tedious to build due to 15 identical subassemblies
02Many pieces are small, which could be challenging for some builders
03Foliage and decorative elements detach easily and are fragile
04Not suitable as a centerpiece if frequently moved or bumped
05No play value for children
06Adult-oriented despite 9+ age rating

What reviewers are saying

"As a big fan of the Christmas season, this set struck a chord. However, it has a lot to offer even to those not so yuletide inclined."

True North Bricks

"40426 Wreath is the sort of set that you wonder why it hasn't been made before."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

30028-1 — One commenter notes it 'looks really good, but it's somehow less charming than 30028-1' (presumably an earlier small wreath set).

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BUY

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BUY

"As a big fan of the Christmas season, this set struck a chord. However, it has a lot to offer even to those not so yuletide inclined."

Key Pros

✓Excellent cost-per-brick value ($0.088 vs reviewer's average of $0.14)
✓Two distinct build options from same parts
✓Attractive display piece suitable for holiday decoration

Key Cons

✕Foliage and decorative elements detach easily and are fragile
✕Not suitable as a centerpiece if frequently moved or bumped

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"40426 Wreath is the sort of set that you wonder why it hasn't been made before."

Key Pros

✓Creative and versatile seasonal set that showcases LEGO's design creativity
✓2-in-1 design allows for two different display configurations (table and hanging)
✓Clever shared ring assembly makes reconfiguration easy without rebuilding from scratch

Key Cons

✕Ring assembly is slightly tedious to build due to 15 identical subassemblies
✕Many pieces are small, which could be challenging for some builders

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Exclusivity

True North Bricks: Seasonal retail release

Brickset Reviews: LEGO proprietary design; available from LEGO.com starting October 1st; not a licensed theme.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

foliage elements (leaves, greenery)
Set provides abundant greenery useful for MOCs; reviewer notes value as a foliage pack
96 foliage elements including new three-leaf plant pieces
Made from new plant-derived plastic recently introduced by LEGO. 32 of the new three-leaf elements are used in the set, common to both wreath configurations.
Palm-leaf pieces
Used as a flourish element; reviewers note it's 'the closest a single part will go to resemble Holly in both size and shape.'
Red bow and other foliage elements
Specialized pieces for creating the wreath's festive appearance
1×1 plant plate
40 units provided in high quantity for vegetation-heavy design
Small plant leaves
36 units provided for organic foliage effect