Santa's Little Helpers!
Crafting Christmas Memories

Build holiday joy with this charming Toy Workshop set from 2014, complete with elf minifigures and miniature toys!

🏛 Christmas
Set #40106

Toy Workshop

The Toy Workshop is a charming addition to any LEGO Christmas village.

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 7+ · Beginner build Perfect for families and LEGO fans who enjoy seasonal builds
Build
107 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability
Likely retired
★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating

Fans appreciate the set's charming design and festive appeal, making it a great addition to any LEGO Christmas village. Some find the build simple and the piece count low for the price, but overall, it's well-received for its holiday spirit.

📝 Our Take

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The Toy Workshop is a charming addition to any LEGO Christmas village. Released as a limited-edition holiday set, it captures the festive spirit with its detailed interior and cozy exterior, making it a delightful display piece during the holiday season.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy seasonal builds and creating festive displays. With its manageable piece count and straightforward instructions, it's a fun and engaging project that won't take up too much time, making it great for families to build together.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or a large-scale project. Those seeking a more challenging build might prefer the Winter Village Cottage (10229-1) or the Gingerbread House (10267-1), which offer more intricate designs and a higher piece count.

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🧱 Building Experience

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107
Pieces
⏱
1.5h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
7+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process
  • Detailed interior with toy-making elements
  • Festive color scheme and design
  • Easy to integrate into a larger Winter Village display

📈 Investment Analysis

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Not enough price history for a trend
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Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
The Toy Workshop, released in 2014, holds moderate investment potential due to its status as a limited-edition Christmas set. Its relatively low piece count might limit significant appreciation, but the consistent demand for holiday-themed LEGO sets could help it maintain or slightly increase in value over time. Compared to larger Winter Village sets, its lower price point makes it more accessible to collectors, potentially driving demand. However, its widespread availability during its release may temper future gains.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Winter Village sets, the Toy Workshop is smaller and more accessible in terms of price and building complexity. Sets like the Winter Village Station (10259-1) or the Winter Village Market (10235-1) offer larger builds and more intricate details, but the Toy Workshop provides a charming and manageable addition to any holiday display. Its smaller size makes it easier to integrate into existing collections, while still maintaining a festive theme.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two elf minifigures, each with unique torsos and bright green hats, adding to the festive theme and providing collectible value for minifigure enthusiasts.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
107
Parts cataloged in this inventory
51 unique parts, 107 pieces
Minifigures
2

LEGO counts 107 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 115, including the 8 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Brick Special 1 x 4 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 15533 2× Medium Nougat
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Stud Holder Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 15571 1× Dark Green
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 with Solid Stud Brick 1 x 1 x 5 w...
Part #: 2453b 3× Reddish Brown
Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 1× Blue
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 2× White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 1× Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 2× Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 2× Dark Orange
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 1× Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× Lime
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 2× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 1× White
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 1× Black
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 1× Nougat
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 1× White
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b 4× Tan
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 2× Blue
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 1× Trans-Yellow
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 1× Yellow
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 2× Black
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 1× Green
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 1× Green
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 1× Tan
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3665 4× White
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3665 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 1× Reddish Brown
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 1× Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 2× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a 2× Yellow
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b 1× Lime
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 2× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c 6× Red
Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 4274 1× Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 2/3 with Studs on Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4595 2× Black
Tap 1 x 1 without Hole in Spout Tap 1 x 1 without...
Part #: 4599b 1× Black
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 1× Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 47905 1× Red
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Square Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865a 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 1× Trans-Brown
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 1× Black
Tool Hammer Cross Pein [3-Rib Handle] Tool Hammer Cross...
Part #: 604547 1× Black
Tool Oil Can [Ribbed Handle] Tool Oil Can [Rib...
Part #: 604548 1× Black
Tool Drill / Impact Wrench, Cordless Electric Tool Drill / Impa...
Part #: 604549 1× Black
Tool Screwdriver with Wide Head [3-Rib Handle] Tool Screwdriver ...
Part #: 604550 1× Black
Tool Wrench / Spanner Open End [3-Rib Handle] Tool Wrench / Spa...
Part #: 604551 1× Black
Tool Wrench / Spanner, Box [3-Rib Handle] Tool Wrench / Spa...
Part #: 604552 1× Black
Tool Wrench 4-Way Lug Tool Wrench 4-Way...
Part #: 604553 1× Black
Tool Wrench / Spanner Adjustable Tool Wrench / Spa...
Part #: 604614 1× Black
Tool Ratchet / Socket Wrench Tool Ratchet / So...
Part #: 604615 1× Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 2× Yellow
Window 1 x 4 x 3 without Shutter Tabs Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...
Part #: 60594 1× Dark Green
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane Latticed with Thick Corner Tabs Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...
Part #: 60607 2× Pearl Gold
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 3× Pearl Gold
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 2× White
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 10× Flat Silver
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 1× Yellow
Container Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening Container Box 2 x...
Part #: 61780 1× Reddish Brown
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 2× Pearl Gold
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 1× Red
Plate Special 1 x 2, Top Clip [Split] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92280 2× Light Bluish Gray
Equipment Paint Brush with Silver Ring and Green Tip Print Equipment Paint B...
Part #: 93552pr0001 1× Reddish Brown
The set includes a variety of small parts in festive colors like red, white, and tan, making it a useful source for MOC builders looking to add details to winter-themed creations. The inclusion of Pearl Gold window pieces adds a touch of elegance.

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💎 Notable Parts

Flat Silver Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (10x) $1.00
Red Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] (6x) $0.90
Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (3x) $0.45
Pearl Gold Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane Latticed with Thick Corner Tabs (2x) $1.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.35

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand the workshop into a larger toy factory module for a LEGO city layout.
🌳 Create a snowy landscape scene with the workshop as a focal point.
🏰 Rebuild the parts into a small medieval blacksmith shop.

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos
3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
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Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

Reddit

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YouTube

3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
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9
Mixed
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📖 Building Instructions 1

Toy Workshop Instructions
BI 3003/32- 40106
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Charts Inventory Statistics

51
Unique Parts
107
Official Piece Count
107
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
2
Minifigures

LEGO counts 107 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 115, including the 8 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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