Organize in Style!
Build Your Own LEGO Pencil Pot

Keep your desk tidy with this fun and functional 187-piece set, featuring a mini-figure and colorful garden details.

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Set #40188

Pencil Pot

The Pencil Pot is a charming and practical LEGO set.

🏆 Best For: Great for kids and adults who want a quick, functional LEGO build ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 187 pcs
★★★☆☆ 3.8

Fans appreciate the Pencil Pot for its simple, functional design and the fun of having a LEGO-themed desk organizer. However, some find it slightly overpriced for the piece count and the simplicity of the build.

MSRP
$19.99
Best Price
$17.99
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📝 Our Take

The Pencil Pot is a charming and practical LEGO set. Released in 2018, it offers a fun way to organize your desk while adding a touch of LEGO flair to your workspace, cleverly integrating a minifigure into the design.

This set is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages looking for a quick and useful build. It’s a simple project that won’t take too long to complete and provides a functional item to display afterward.

Skip this if you're seeking a challenging or complex building experience. For a more intricate build, consider LEGO Architecture sets like 21028-1 New York City or 21044-1 Paris.

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🧱 Building Experience

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187
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process
  • Incorporates Technic bricks for added stability
  • Integrates a minifigure as part of the design
  • Creates a useful desk organizer

📈 Investment Analysis

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C+
Investment Grade
⏳ Appreciating
The Pencil Pot is a retired set that originally retailed for $19.99. With a relatively low piece count and simple design, its investment potential is somewhat limited. However, as a retired set, it has seen a modest price increase. Its appeal lies in its functionality and novelty, making it a potential collector's item for those who appreciate unique LEGO items. Given its rising price trend, it may hold its value or see further small gains, but significant appreciation is unlikely.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO organizers, the Pencil Pot is unique in its integrated minifigure design. While sets like 40173-1 Iconic Picnic Set offer more picnic-themed play, the Pencil Pot serves a practical purpose. It's a good choice for those who want a functional LEGO item that adds a bit of fun to their workspace.

1 Minifigures Included

The set includes a single minifigure with a dark blue torso, dark tan legs, and reddish brown hair, adding a playful element to the pencil pot.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 67 unique parts • 166 total pieces

Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Dark Blue
Tile 2 x 2 Corner Tile 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 14719 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 Pearl Gold
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Dark Blue
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thin Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 15207 Reddish Brown
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 Red
Panel 1 x 6 x 5 [Vertical Corrugated] Panel 1 x 6 x 5 [...
Part #: 23405 Blue
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Flat Silver
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 White
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 White
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Hollow Studs Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454b White
Plant, Flower Stem with Bottom Bar Plant, Flower Ste...
Part #: 24855 Green
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Bright Green
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Bright Light Orange
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Red
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 White
Plate Special 1 x 1 Rounded with Handle Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 26047 White
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 Wedge, Center Stud, 1 x 1/2 Raised Tab Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 27928 Reddish Brown
Handlebars Handlebars
Part #: 30031 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 18× White
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Blue
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Lime
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Reddish Brown
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Lime
Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 30377 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32000 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Red
Slope 33° 3 x 2 Slope 33° 3 x 2
Part #: 3298 Red
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 White
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Blue
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 White
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Reddish Brown
Equipment Brush / Push Broom Equipment Brush /...
Part #: 3836 Reddish Brown
Equipment Shovel [Rounded Handle End] Equipment Shovel ...
Part #: 3837 Flat Silver
Plate 8 x 8 Plate 8 x 8
Part #: 41539 White
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 Reddish Brown
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60475b Light Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 4 x 3 without Shutter Tabs Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...
Part #: 60594 Light Bluish Gray
Door Frame 1 x 4 x 6 Type 2 Door Frame 1 x 4 ...
Part #: 60596 Light Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane with Thick Corner Tabs Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...
Part #: 60608 Dark Blue
Door 1 x 4 x 6 with 4 Panes and Stud Handle Door 1 x 4 x 6 wi...
Part #: 60623 Dark Blue
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 White
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Yellow
Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...
Part #: 6231 Reddish Brown
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 White
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Dark Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Black
Cone 1.17 x 1.17 x 2/3 (Fez) Cone 1.17 x 1.17 ...
Part #: 85975 White
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 White
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 6 x 2/3 with 4 Studs on Side, 1 Support Wall on Bottom Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87609 Black
Slope Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 2/3 No Studs, with Bottom Tubes Slope Brick Curve...
Part #: 88930 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 Lime
Tool Crowbar Tool Crowbar
Part #: 92585 Red
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92593 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Olive Green
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Reddish Brown
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Black Coin Print with 5 Mark Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0024 Flat Silver
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 98283 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Green
The set contains a good selection of basic white and light bluish gray bricks, useful for MOC builders looking to expand their collection of common building elements.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Brick 1 x 4 (18x) $0.90
White Brick 1 x 6 (8x) $0.40
Light Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile (4x) $0.60
Reddish Brown Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (4x) $0.80
Dark Blue Plate 2 x 2 Corner (4x) $0.20
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.90

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Small modular building facades
🌳 Miniature flower pot or succulent holder
🚗 Micro-scale car or truck

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Charts Inventory Statistics

67
Unique Parts
166
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
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