https://github.com/scottlogic/logo-bricks

Technologies, in brick form!
https://github.com/scottlogic/logo-bricks

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Technologies, in brick form!

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/scottlogic/logo-bricks
• Owner: ScottLogic
• License: mit
• Created: 2018-05-09T12:48:54.000Z (over 6 years ago)
• Default Branch: master
• Last Pushed: 2024-07-14T11:26:46.000Z (4 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2024-07-14T12:37:54.239Z (4 months ago)
• Language: HTML
• Homepage: https://logo-bricks.com
• Size: 5.94 MB
• Stars: 16
• Watchers: 6
• Forks: 2
• Open Issues: 13
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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# Logo Bricks

Web technologies, in brick form!

- [Logo Bricks](#logo-bricks)

  - [Instructions and models](#instructions-and-models)

  - [Obtaining the bricks](#obtaining-the-bricks)

  - [Designing your own logos](#designing-your-own-logos)

## Instructions and models

You can find the XML model files in the [models](/models) folder of this repo, and instructions in PDF format in the [instructions](/instructions) folder.

## Obtaining the bricks

In order to build your logo, you're going to need to buy some bricks. You can find the required files in the [models](/models) folder of this repository.

Once you have the required model file, you need to place an order with a brick supplier, we've found [BrickLink](https://www.bricklink.com/) to be a really good site for finding suppliers and sellers. As BrickLink is a marketplace for multiple sellers the interface and terminology can be a bit confusing for first-time users. The following instructions lead you through the steps to find a seller and place an order. In this example, we found a supplier for the JS logo for just £1.88.

To order your bricks, sign up for a BrickLink account, then [upload a Wanted List](https://www.bricklink.com/v2/wanted/upload.page) using one of our model files:

![wanted list](/ordering/wanted-list.png)

The model files in this repo are supplied as BrickLink XML files, so you need to select the *Upload BrickLink XML format* option. We also recommend creating a new wanted list, otherwise the parts get added to your default list. Copy and paste the XML into the input field:

![upload wanted list](/ordering/upload-wanted-list.png)

Click *Proceed to verify items* to verify your parts:

![verify items](/ordering/verify-list.png)

Once verified, you have your own wanted list. To buy them, click that big green 'Buy All' button:

![buy all](/ordering/buy-all.png)

BrickLink will search for suppliers worldwide, as this is a relatively small order, you might want to filter to only include suppliers within your own country:

![find supplier](/ordering/find-supplier.png)

Selecting a supplier results in a cart being created:

![create cart](/ordering/create-cart.png)

Following this, it's a pretty standard checkout process.

## Designing your own logos

Here are some simple notes that help you design, build and share your own logos. Feel free to create a pull request if you'd like your creation added to the site.

 - We use the [mecabricks 3D designed](https://www.mecabricks.com/en/workshop) to create the logos.

 - In order to share them, you need to make your creation public. Go to you [library page](https://www.mecabricks.com/en/account/library), double-click on one of your models, and under *properties* select *Open to the public*

 - Save this, then look under the *Links* tab to find a unique URL for your model

 - To obtain the bricklink XML file, navigate to this public URL, then select the *INVENTORY* tab underneath the 3D rendering.