How many pieces are in the Pencil Holder?

Pencil Holder contains 321 pieces.

When was the Pencil Holder released?

Pencil Holder was released in 2021.

🏛 DOTS

Set #41936

Pencil Holder

The Pencil Holder is a surprisingly versatile and customizable DOTS set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for kids and adults who enjoy creative expression and functional builds.
Build: 321 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 6.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating from 12 ratings

Fans appreciate the Pencil Holder for its functionality and the creative freedom it offers through customization. Some find the build a bit repetitive, but overall it's considered a fun and useful set for adding a personal touch to their workspace.

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📝 Our Take

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The Pencil Holder is a surprisingly versatile and customizable DOTS set. It perfectly combines functionality with the creative freedom that the DOTS theme is known for, allowing builders to create a personalized desk organizer.

This set is perfect for kids and adults who enjoy creative expression and functional builds. The build is simple enough for younger builders, while the customization options offer endless possibilities for older fans.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience or a large display piece. For a more challenging build, consider a Creator Expert set or a larger LEGO Art mosaic.

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🧱 Building Experience

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321

Pieces

⏱

1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Easy and straightforward construction
Focus on tile placement for decoration
Modular design allows for easy customization
Functional pencil holder for desk organization

📈 Investment Analysis

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→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Pencil Holder presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its relatively low price point and retirement status make it accessible to a wide range of collectors. The DOTS theme, while not as universally popular as some licensed themes, has a dedicated following, and the set's functional nature could increase its appeal. However, its small size and piece count may limit significant appreciation. Monitor price trends and consider holding for the long term.

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Compared to other DOTS sets, the Pencil Holder offers a functional element that some other sets lack. While other DOTS sets focus purely on decorative items, this set provides a practical use. Consider sets like 41952-1 Big Message Board for more display-oriented DOTS fun, but if you want utility, the Pencil Holder wins.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 321
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 28 unique parts, 323 pieces

LEGO counts 321 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 323; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 11833 3× Trans-Clear

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 18653 2× White

Dish 6 x 6 Invert...

Part #: 18675 1× Trans-Clear

Brick 1 x 2 x 3 w...

Part #: 22886 6× White

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 1× Blue

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 20× Medium Azure

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 48× Light Aqua

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 32× Magenta

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 34× Bright Light Yellow

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 24× Coral

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 36× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 14× Metallic Silver

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 4× Light Aqua

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Light Aqua

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Coral

Plate 6 x 12

Part #: 3028 1× Blue

Wedge Plate 6 x 1...

Part #: 30355 1× Blue

Wedge Plate 6 x 1...

Part #: 30356 1× Blue

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 6× Tan

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 12× Magenta

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 4× Light Aqua

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 12× Medium Azure

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 13× Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Light Aqua

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Coral

Cone 4 x 4 x 2, A...

Part #: 3943b 3× Coral

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 2× Black

Brick 1 x 4 x 3

Part #: 49311 8× White

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 3× Black

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× White

Wedge Plate 6 x 6...

Part #: 6106 2× Black

Tile Remover Key ...

Part #: 78169 1× Medium Azure

Sorting Tray, DOT...

Part #: 901956 1× Trans-Clear

Sorting Tray, DOT...

Part #: 901957 1× Medium Azure

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 8× Opal Trans-Clear

This set is a great source for a variety of colorful 1x1 quarter round tiles, perfect for adding detail and texture to MOCs. The Light Aqua and Magenta tiles are particularly useful for builders looking to add a pop of color.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Aqua Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter (48x) $4.80

Bright Light Yellow Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter (34x) $3.40

Magenta Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter (32x) $3.20

Coral Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter (24x) $2.40

Medium Azure Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter (20x) $2.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$15.80

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Small buildings for a micro-scale city layout

🌳 Colorful flower pot or decorative vase

🤖 Small robot or animal figure

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 7 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers give the LEGO DOTS Pencil Holder (41936-1) very positive reviews, emphasizing its creative and decorative aspects, and replayability. Reviewers like Mona Wonderlick appreciate the set's potential for imaginative expression and its ability to foster imagination, patience, and building skills in children.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 7 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Doria showcases the building and decorating process of the LEGO DOTS Pineapple Pencil Holder, highlighting the creative possibilities of the set and decorating it with different colors. TTPM Toy Reviews highlights the ability of the Space Ship and Cactus Pencil Holders Multi Packs to build kids' imagination and practice patience and building skills.