Model Architect Gifts

Friar's Balsa

"When I grow up, I'm writing the Great American App."

Team Leader

Billy would watch his ant farm for hours on end.

The Hobby Store

Chemist builds animals instead of molecular models

Cat chases mouse across a Zeppelin.

Lego Haircut

"Still suffering from writer's block?"

"Apparently, when the tide came in, a lot of castles went bust."

"In the current market, it's just more practical."

Child makes a toy and frightens himself.

Building giant sand pies.

"We had a brainstorm - I hope it's a brainchild."

'Your report card grades are poor. Maybe you should stop building model airplanes. The glue is getting to you.'

'Just in case there is an accident.'

'I think you should seek treatment for that Lego block obsession of yours!'

'I wish they'd hurry up and fix the wind tunnel.'

Desk shaped like an office block.

'Frank Lloyd Wright's childhood.'

'I think I've finally found a fixer-upper in your price range.'

Human Brain

Model Building

"This is just a model, but you get the idea."

"My buildings are meant to inspire."

'I thought I knew what a cubit was.'

Fish Aeroplane

The Wright brothers first unsuccessful flight.

"How long have you felt like a three-masted schooner?"

A spa bath at Mapledurham.

Modern Parents

"Honestly, sweetheart, they haven't brought out a little Ellen MacArthur set. As soon as they do daddy will get you one."

'I think you're ready for the big chair...'