We are on the road every month.  Traveling from city to city.  Bringing you the finest in custom historical LEGO® kits and displays to a city near you.  The 26′ long USS Missouri, the recreation of  Brandenburg Gate at the end of WWII, Omaha Beach after D-day, these are just a few of the display you might see when Brickmania comes to an event.  So check out our dates below for May – June and check our Events Page for the dates for the rest of the year.

If you live near the Minneapolis area, you are fortunate enough to have the Brickmania Toyworks to visit when it opens every Second Saturday of the Month.  And June is very special we host our own show in the Brickmania Toyworks, World War Brick.  You can come to the Public Exhibition Hours of  World War Brick on Saturday or Sunday June 11th – 12th.
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May 1-2 – Philly Brick Fest – Philadelphia, PA

May 21-23 –Art-A-Whirl – Minneapolis, MN

May 22-23 – BrickFair New England – Marlboro, MA

June 10-12 – World War Brick Minneapolis – June 10-12 – Minneapolis, MN

June 18-19 – Brickworld Chicago – Schaumburg, IL

June 18-19 – WW2 in LEGO @ Evansville Museum – Evansville, IN

We just wanted to give you a chance to get some of these popular Brickmania kits that are about to go out of stock.  All these kits have less than five in-stock.

Su-152 Heavy Tank Destroyer / Assault Gun

Divisional Artillery Battle Pack

Pak 38 5cm Anti-Tank Gun

Desert Raiders Bundle

Don’t miss out.  Like all custom Brickmania kits, these are done in small batches and there is no guarantee if or when we will be able to restock them.

Dan is off on vacation this week and the Staff is going mad!  We are mixing and matching crazy specials for you.  Here are a couple of specials ending tomorrow, Tuesday at Midnight.

• 10% off Storewide* use code: DANSAWAY at checkout
  *excludes New Releases and Specials, World War Brick Tickets and Elite Memberships
• Free shipping*  on all orders over $100 for the next two days

Remember this week’s New Releases are at a special 10% off sale price for the first week of the release.

*For a limited time we are offering a free shipping option for orders of $100 or more to select countries!  Within the USA free shipping mean delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Offer good April 25th &26th!

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The Cavalry is here!  Russian Tank Cavalry!  Pre- Order yours for 10% off the MSRP for this week only.  The final version of the Soviet BT series of light cavalry tanks, which were based on Walter Christie’s revolutionary tank design.  Head over to Brickmania.com to get yours and learn more.

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Brickmania brings you an exclusive color, deep walnut brown.  Buy as a pack and save.  This pack combines some of the best wooden stock weapons through history.  Mix these in among your current troops to add character and variety to your displays.  The Battle-Worn pack gives you BrickArms that look like they have been in use on the battlefield for years.  Also available separately.

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The BT-7 was a tank produced by the Soviet Union in the years leading up to World War II. It was the final version of the Soviet BT series of light cavalry tanks, which were based on Walter Christie’s revolutionary tank design. Its most remarkable feature was the ability to shed its tank tracks and convert to a wheeled vehicle for rapid movement along paved highways.  Learn more.

BT-7 with treads removed

While this feature was not fully appreciated in the Soviet Union’s mainly dirt roads, the BT-7 could still attain a remarkable 31 mph (50km/h) off road. The BT-7 also had steeply sloped frontal armor, which gave it better ballistic protection than other light tanks designs of the day, and feature that would become standard of all Soviet tank designs tanks. The BT-7 was armed with a 45mm L/46 high-velocity anti-tank gun, which gave it a noticeable advantage against contemporary light tanks of Germany and Japan. More than 2700 BT-7 light tanks were built during 1935-1940, after which T-34 Medium tank superseded all light and fast tanks in production. Many BT-7s were lost during Operation Barbarossa, but they continued to play a role throughout the war, including the Manchurian Strategic Offensive of 1945.

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Additional information about this Brickmania custom Lego® kit

The PBR 31 MkII has the following features:

• Brickmania Custom WWII Russian Tank Commander minifig
• BrickArms TT-33 Tokarev pistol in black
• Includes 428 LEGO®, Brickmania and BrickArms® elements
• 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
• The over-all color scheme of this model is dark gray
• Intermediate Skill Level (4-6 years experience with LEGO is recommended)

We found a stash of out of stock kits.  We only found one or two of each of these kits, so they will go fast.

P-40 Warhawk – Premium Black Box Edition Kit

M4A2 Sherman Medium Tank – US Marines

Messerschmitt Bf-109

HMMWV + Mk 19 Grenade Launcher & Free Brickwater Minifigs

Don’t miss out.  Like all custom Brickmania kits, these are done in small batches and there is no guarantee if or when we will be able to restock them.

We are extending free shipping*  on all orders over $100 until Sunday.

Remember this week’s New Releases are at a special 10% off sale price for the first week of the release.

*For a limited time we are offering a free shipping option for orders of $100 or more to select countries!  Within the USA free shipping mean delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Offer good until May 1st!

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Do you have your tickets? (Limited Number Remaining)
Ticket prices have gone-up, however you can still get the Early-Sale ticket price with coupon code: 25OFF

Have you purchased your tickets to World War Brick Minneapolis?  Just a reminder, ticket sales are limited for weekend passholders.  If you want to experience all three days of fun, make sure you get your weekend passes.

World War Brick Minneapolis
Weekend Pass (Limited Number Remaining)
June 10th-12th
Public Day Pass
June 11th or 12th

Book your Hotel Room before May 12th

This year we have chosen the Hyatt Place Minneapolis/Downtown as the official Hotel of World War Brick.

Towering over downtown Minneapolis and a few minutes from the Brickmania Toyworks. Weather permitting we’ll even give you are ride to WWB in our Deuce and a Half each morning (and return later).

We have changed from our hotel in the past in order to put you right in the action of downtown.  You will be able to walk to numerous downtown eating and entertainment venues.  You will also be close to Minneapolis’s light rail system if you want to take a train trip out to the Mall of America and visit our store.

Your stay at the Hyatt Place includes:
AM Skillet Breakfast
High Speed Internet Access throughout hotel
24 hr Fitness Center
Indoor Pool and Hot Tub
24hr Business Center with printing privileges
Hotel Room Information Available Here

Check out all the excitement we have planned for you!

World War Brick 2016 Activities

World War Brick 2016 Activities

Micro Tank Tournament

Weekend Passholders are eligible to register for a bracket style tournament of a fast-paced tabletop Micro Tank Battle game. Matches will take between 30-45 minutes and winners of each battle will be eligible to advance to the next battle. As the battle progresses, new weapons will be introduced for an added twist. The Micro Tank Battle game can played by most ages and the outcome is determined by a combination of tactics and luck. All participants will receive one raffle ticket per battle played. The grand champion will receive a custom World War Brick trophy.  The tournament begins Friday morning and winners will advance through additional challenges throughout the weekend, with the Grand Champion crowned at the closing ceremony. – Weekend Passholder Event

Micro Tank “King of the Hill” Tournament – New this Year!

Weekend Passholders not competing in the Micro Tank Battle game are eligible to register in the Micro Tank “King of the Hill” Tournament, new this year.  Four players will be eligible to participate in a blitz match of “King of the Hill”.  There will be four initial Blitz matches.  Matches will take between 30-45 minutes and winners of each battle will be eligible to advance to the next battle. The Micro Tank “King of the Hill” game can played by most ages and the outcome is determined by a combination of tactics and luck. All participants will receive one raffle ticket per battle played. The grand champion will receive a custom World War Brick trophy.  The tournament begins Friday morning and winners will advance through additional challenges throughout the weekend, with the Grand Champion crowned at the closing ceremony. – Weekend Passholder Event

Speakers you want to talk to!

Meet some of the best builders, producers, customizers and photographers in the Custom LEGO®Community. They will show off their work, answer questions, and run demonstrations on their techniques. – Weekend Passholder Event

Games and Prizes

All day long at World War Brick there are games to participate in, and prizes to win.  When you’re between activities, jump in a game for a chance to win a prize.

BrikWars – New Scenarios This Year!

New scenarios planned this year. Weekend Passholder can join in the fun of an action packed BrikWars adventure.  Set in a LEGO built landscape. Who know what adventure you will encounter.  Confirmed sightings of zombies, aliens, robots and more.  We will have five sessions of BrikWars over the World War Brick weekend.  Weekend pass holders can sign up to register to join in on the BrikWars action on the day of the event. – Weekend Passholder Event

Brickmania Q & A – WORKSHOP

Brickmania founder Daniel Siskind will be available for a questions and answer session regarding the future of Brickmania, creating custom LEGO kits, building displays, or whatever you have in mind to ask.

Chess Tournament 

We will be holding our  second annual Chess Tournament at World War Brick Anaheim. We’re bringing our own special chess sets, but will be playing the same old strategy game we all love so much. The tournament will be played on our custom made World War II themed chess boards.   It will be simple eliminations with the champion being the winner of three straight rounds. – Weekend Passholder Event

Group Builds – New This Year!

For 2016 we have three new group builds for World War Brick.  Weekend Passholders will have access to three additional sessions of group builds during the World War Brick weekend this year.  That will be six full group build sessions for Weekend Passholders during World War Brick. We hold several group builds during World War Brick hosted by one of our skilled moderators. Using pre-built terrain maps and models, the participants set up an epic scene based on historic battles. Each group build can have up to eight participants and advanced registration is required.  Participants will be able to take pictures of the finished group build at the end of the session so bring a camera. The battles this year are:

• North Africa: a minifig scale battle set during the battle of El Alamein with Britain vs Germany during 1942.  
• Pacific:  A minifig scale beach assault
• Kursk: A minifig scale battle taking place in 1943 near Kursk (280 mile south-west of Moscow) in the Soviet Union. 

– Weekend Passholder Event

MOC Awards 

Weekend Pass holders are encouraged to bring their MOCs (My Own Creations) to display at World War Brick. Here are the categories we are awarding trophies for:

• NPU (Nice Parts Usage)
• Most Iconic Scene
• Most Over the Top
• Best Use of BrickArms
• Best Special Effects
• SNOT Champion
• Public Favorite

All MOCs are eligible for awards but you must fill out a MOC card to be eligible for prizes. For a pre-printed MOC card you must register your MOCs by Friday, June 3rd using this link HERE. Pre-Registering your MOC helps us make sure we have space for everyone and pre-registered MOCS get priority placement. MOC Awards trophies will be placed next to the winning MOCs on Sunday morning before the doors open to Weekend Pass holders. – Weekend Passholder Event

Mosaic Build – New This Year!

We are going to build three new panels in our military heroes themed mosaic for World War Brick .

We have seats for up to 36 participants at a time and we will let new people begin panels as other are completed. Panels should take no more than 20-30 minutes to complete. Additional panels can be made, but people who have not yet turned in Operation Brick vouchers will be given priority selection over repeat participants. People who complete second or third panels will receive a raffle ticket for their effort.

The Mosaic Build will take place during two sessions on Friday and a second session on Saturday. The Mosaic Build is open to all Weekend Pass holders. No additional registration is required. – Weekend Passholder Event

Robot Tank Tournament

A points-based competition using a LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robotics system. Each player or team will control a robot that will complete a series of tasks with double points for each task completed autonomously (i.e. without remote control). We encourage participants to create their own Robot Tank, but will have 2-3 robots available. Tournament map will be available for practice during any Open Game Play session on the schedule. – Weekend Passholder Event

Speed Build Competition 

Weekend Passholders can sign up to test their building mettle against each other.  We will provide identical kits for the competition then it is up to you to prove your building skills.  Compete against other weekend passholders and build a Brickmania kit as fast as you can.  The fastest and proper build will walk away with a prize. – Weekend Passholder Event

Wounded Warrior Benefit Auction

World War Brick has been dedicated to supporting our Veterans since the first one was held in Chicago in 2012. Many activities such as the raffle and auction are specifically designed with fund-raising in mind, with all proceeds being donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. At World War Brick 2015 we raised over $10,000 and plan to far exceed that figure in 2016!  Looking to get a jump on donating.  We make all our Wounded Warrior Project donations through Our Wounded Warrior World War Brick Team Page.  This exclusive event allows weekend passholders to give back to the Veterans in our communities who have given so much for us.  Weekend passholders also receive the opportunities to bid on rare, one of a kind and out of production BrickArms, Brickmania Kits and collectibles. – Weekend Passholder Event

We came across this amazing Stalingrad tank depot build by Matt Leech at Brick Fest Live in Philadelphia last weekend. Landon got an interview with the creator, check it out!

Pick-up your Tiger I Ausf H – Premium Black Box Kit or Messerschmitt Bf-109 today!

The FlaK 38 was 2cm automatic cannon used by German anti-aircraft units throughout World War II. While designed for anti-aircraft use, its high rate of fire proved deadly against enemy infantry and thin-skinned vehicles.  The FlaK 38 made prominent appearances in the movies Saving Private Ryan and Red Tails.

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Behind the scenes here at Brickmania, we’re hard at work on a new Higgins boat design.
Look for this kit as a New Release in the near future.

SdKfz 11 + LeFH Battle Pack

Here is a quick heads-up for Brickmania fans.  All of the following Battle Packs are almost Out-of-Stock! There are less than 10 of these kits left in stock.  Due to our busy production schedule putting out new releases there is no saying when, if ever we will release these kits again.  So if these kits are on your wish list be sure to get yours today. Check out the complete list.

Brickmania has completed a single batch of just 50 of our new M36 Jackson 90mm Self-Propelled Tank Destroyer kits. This detailed model shows off the Jackson’s distinctive main armament and includes three elite Tanker Destroyer crewman to ride in the open-topped turret.

Special New Release Offer!

The M36 Jackson kit will be offered at a 10% discount on the first week of release. In additional we are offering free shipping* on your entire order when purchasing the M36 Jackson during that time. Discount and free shipping offer valid through May 22nd.

*Within the USA free shipping mean delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.

History of the M36 Jackson

The Tank Destroyer doctrine adopted by the US Army prior to World War II required specialized units and weapons be specifically tasked with neutralizing enemy armored vehicles. The 90mm Gun Motor Carriage M36 was the final of the self-propelled Tank Destroyers (“TDs”) fielded by the US Army during World War II. Its 90mm gun was adapted from an existing anti-aricraft weapon and was powerful enough to defeat the most heavily armored German behemoths. The M36 was officially nicknamed the “Jackson” by the US Army after the famous Civil War general of the same name.

M36 Jackson during the Battle of the Bulge

Development of the M36 Tank Destroyer started in 1942, when it became apparaent that the existing M10 “Wolverine” Tank Destoyer’s 3 inch gun would soon be obsolete against the Tiger tanks that began to appear on the Battlefields of North Africa and Europe. Demand for the more heavily armoed vehicle became urgent shortly after D-Day, when it became apparent that both M10 and the M4 Sherman Tank had extreme difficulty when faced with the heavily armoed Panther and Tiger tanks field by the German army. The first completed M36 TDs rolled off the assembly lines in June 1944 and began to arrive in Europe by August 1944. The M36 was urgently rushed to frontline units in France and quickly proved capable against even the heaviest vehicles it faced during the remaining months of the war in Europe. M36 also served with United Nations forces during the Korean War, where it proved capable of defeating any Soviet manufactured armored vehicles.

Like all American Tank Destroyer vehicles of World War II, the M36 had an open top fighting compartment. This was designed to both save weight and to give better all-around visibility for the TD commander and crew. The most predominant variation of the M36 was based on the very reliable M4A3 Sherman Tank chassis, but with the much lighter, slope-sided hull of its predasessor, the M10. The M36 carried 47 rounds of ammunition for its main gun and was given a single M2HB .50 caliber machine gun as secondary armorment, pintle-mounted on the counterweight/turret bustle.

More than 2300 M36 TDs were built during 1944-45, of which 157 were M36B1 variants (M36 turrent mounted on a modified M4A3 Sherman hull) and 287 of the M36B2 variant (M36 turret mounted in the diesel-powered M10 TD hull). Later modifications included a folding armor roof for the turret, a muzzle brake for the 90mm gun, and a hull mounted .30 caliber machine gun was added to the assitant driver’s position in the years after World War II.

Features of this kit:

• Three WWII custom minifigs with the charactoristic Tank Destroyer sleeve patch
• Authentic BrickArms: 1 M2HB machine gun, 1 M3 Grease gun, plus 2 Artillery Shells
• Fully articulated Brickmania Track Links
• Posable main gun and turret
• Posable main gun with adjustable elevation
• Includes 647 LEGO®, Brickmania™ and BrickArms® elements
• 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models
• The over-all color scheme of this model is dark gray
• Advanced Skill Level (6-8 years experience with LEGO is recommended)

All Brickmania kits are made of new-condition LEGO elements. All kits come disassembled, and include complete full color printed building instructions, and packaged in a sealed box.

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The GMC CCKW 2 1/2 ton 6×6 Truck was the workhorse of the US military’s overland logistics service and one of the most crucial pieces of hardware in the Allied arsenal during World War II. The famous “deuce and a half” (named for the 2½ ton weight of the truck) saw service worldwide, with hundreds of thousands being made during the war.  The CCKW was the chief means of cargo hauling used by the famous “Red Ball Express” supply convoy in Europe.  By the end of production in 1945, 562,750 CCKWs in all variants had been built, a total second only to the “Jeep”.

The CCKW kit features:

• Opening doors for the drivers and rear tailgate

• Towing hitch for trailer or artillery

• 1/35 scale matches other Brickmania models

• The over-all color of this model is dark gray with dark tan accents

• Includes 245 LEGO® elements.

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We are pleased to offer you the mighty “eighty-eight”, the Flak 36 anti-aircraft and anti-tank gun.  Our newest kit comes in an awesome Flakkorps upgrade edition!  Read on to learn more.

The 8.8 cm Flak 36 – often called the “88” or “acht-acht” was a german 88mm anti-aircraft and anti-tank gun used throughout WWII.  One of the most recognized German weapons of the war, this model led to the development of a wide variety of artillery.  “Flak” is a contraction of German Flugzeugabwehrkanone which means “aircraft-defense cannon”.  In English “Flak” became a generic term for ground anti-aircraft fire.   This is where the term “Taking Flak” is thought to have originated.  A single round from the 88 was capable of blowing the tail off of a bomber, which is exactly what happened to the B-17 “Hang the Expense” on a mission over Frankfurt.

While it was originally designed and mostly known as an anti-aircraft weapon, its versatile carriage allowed the 88 to be fired as an anti-tank gun as well.  Its success as and AT gun led to the development of a tank gun using the 88 as it’s base.  The 8.8 cm KwK 36 (KwK standing for Kampfwagen-Kanone or “Battle Vehicle Cannon”), was the main armament of the Tiger I heavy tank.

Rheinmetal later developed  a more powerful AA gun, the 8.8 cm Flak 41 and the tank destroyer 8.8cm PaK 43.  The PaK 43 was used for the Elefant and Jagdpanther, as well as the base for the turret-mounted 8.8 cm KwK 43 heavy tank gun on the Tiger II.

We have two versions of this epic artillery piece available:

Flak 36: Flakkorps Edition
This deluxe upgrade pack includes:
• 1 Flak 36 Standard Edition Kit
• 3 Flakkorps Heer soldiers in Dark Gray
• 5 BrickArms Artillery Shells
• 2 Lego Shovels.

Flak 36: Standard Edition

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PBR

Greetings Brickmania fans!  We’ve got some excellent kits that are almost out of stock!  We’ve been trying to keep busy, designing and releasing new kits for you, so there is no telling when (if ever) we will release these kits again.  Fill out your collection today and mark some items off your wishlist!

Check out all the fun we had at World War Brick Anaheim.

In just three weeks, World War Brick Minneapolis will be even more fun! It is at our headquarters!  We don’t need to drive anywhere!  You can see where the Brickmania mania happens!  You can meet Dan, Lando and The Hammer!  You can see our Guinness World Record holding K’Nex ball contraption.

Single Day Passes for the Public Exhibition Available Here

A Limited Number of  Weekend Passes Available Here
Save on weekend passes by using coupon code 25OFF at checkout

World War Brick is a gathering of hobbyists and fans dedicated to modeling historical and military-related scenes, vehicles, and weaponry using LEGO® brand bricks.*†  At WWB we provide ample space for activities, displays, collaborations and of course products for sale from Brickmania, BrickArms, GI Brick and other top-tier custom vendors who seek to expand and enrich the building experience.

Do you have your tickets for our Minneapolis event yet?  You can still save on weekend passes by using coupon code 25OFF at checkout, but act fast, this code is only good through the end of May.  Weekend Pass holders will be eligible for all three days of activities and will receive a goodie bag that includes a T-shirt, event kit, and special gifts from the event sponsors. They will also be first to see and purchase new products from the event sponsors, participate in various building challenges, attend the charity Auction (proceeds to the Wounded Warrior Project) and interact with the creators of the most cutting edge custom LEGO® and after-market products. Weekend Pass holders are also invited to bring their MOCs (My Own Creations) to share with the general public and be eligible for one of the prestigious WWB MOC Award Trophies.  PURCHASE NOW

Never been to WWB before?  We’ve got single day passes for our Public Exhibition available as well.  The Public Exhibition takes place Saturday and Sunday. During this time you will be able to see hundreds of unique historic military models, shop exclusive items from our sponsors, watch exciting tournament action, meet the craftspeople behind the exhibits, and join games and activities that benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The public exhibit hours are 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday only. Visitors who pre-pay online will be admitted entrance starting at 9:30 and will receive a free ticket good for one activity or the raffle. Advance ticket sales end June 9th. There are discounts available for purchasing early. PURCHASE NOW

If you’re coming from out of town don’t forget to book your hotel room!  Call the Hyatt  to book your rooms and mention Brickmania/World War Brick to get a discounted hotel room.

We can’t wait to see you in June!

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Brickmania’s exclusive netted BrickArms® OD Green M1 Steel Pots and  Dark Gray Stahlhelms are now back  in stock.  These are painstakingly hand-crafted by the Brickmania crew and are sure to take your figures to the next level. We can only make so many each month, so get them while you can!

Custom OD Green Netted Steel Pot

Custom Dark Gray Netted Stahlhelm

BT-7 Russian Calvary Tank

Long Range Desert Group GMC Truck

USS Missouri Micro Scale Kit

Add discount coupon REMEMBER for an additional 15% off during our Memorial Day Sale! These are savings surely not to miss!