LEGO Seasonal 40638 Heart Ornament

Specifications
| Set number | 40638 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 |
| Piece count | 254 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Seasonal |
| Subtheme | Valentine |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 40638, Heart Ornament, represents a heart-shaped decoration with flowers, leaves and small hearts.
Heart Ornament is part of the LEGO Seasonal theme and is assigned to the Valentine category. Its subject is decorative rather than narrative: a heart motif built as a small display model. It is not tied to a licensed story world and does not introduce characters, vehicles or a scene-based setting.
The build uses 254 pieces. The available set information points to flowers, leaves and small hearts as notable visual elements, arranged around the main heart shape.
This set is best understood as a display piece, a seasonal gift item or an addition to a themed LEGO collection. Within Seasonal, 40638 sits among models made for specific occasions, with a clear decorative purpose. It is less about play scenarios and more about building a compact object that can be displayed on its own or alongside other Valentine related sets.
Inventory of set 40638
The inventory of set 40638 lists 254 pieces, spare parts excluded: 41 different lots (one shape in one color) for 24 part shapes. The box also contains 12 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 40638
Main color: red, making up 21% of the parts, followed by bright pink (17%) and lime (14%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 53 | 21% | |
| Bright Pink | 42 | 17% | |
| Lime | 36 | 14% | |
| Dark Pink | 28 | 11% | |
| White | 20 | 7.9% | |
| Magenta | 18 | 7.1% | |
| Orange | 10 | 3.9% | |
| Lavender | 10 | 3.9% | |
| Bright Light Orange | 10 | 3.9% | |
| Bright Light Blue | 10 | 3.9% | |
| Other colors (4) | 17 | 6.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plants & Trees | 144 | 57% | |
| Plates | 39 | 15% | |
| Plates Special | 16 | 6.3% | |
| Plates Wedged | 16 | 6.3% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 16 | 6.3% | |
| Hinges, Arms and Turntables | 8 | 3.1% |
Most common parts in set 40638
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Bright Pink | 34 |
| Plant, Plate 1 x 1 Round with 3 Leaves 32607 | Lime | 18 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Magenta | 12 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Lime | 12 |
| Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) 18674 | Dark Pink | 10 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Orange | 10 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Lavender | 10 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Bright Light Orange | 10 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Bright Light Blue | 10 |
| Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Hollow Clip [Complete Assembly] 1927 | Red | 8 |
24 of the 24 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
No part in set 40638 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 40638 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 40638 within its line
With 254 pieces, set 40638 ranks #109 out of 393 Seasonal sets in our database, which have an average of 230 parts. Among the 518 sets released in 2023, it ranks #281.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 40638 Heart Ornament have?
LEGO set 40638 Heart Ornament has 254 pieces. It was released in 2023 as part of the Seasonal theme.
What year was LEGO set 40638 released?
Set 40638 Heart Ornament was released in 2023 and belongs to the Seasonal theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 40638?
LEGO set 40638 Heart Ornament does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 40638?
The instructions for LEGO set 40638 Heart Ornament can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 40638.
What is the main color of LEGO set 40638?
Red, with 53 out of 254 pieces, or 21%. Next come bright pink (17%) and lime (14%).
How many different parts does set 40638 contain?
Set 40638 has 41 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 24 part shapes. Most common part: Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals in bright pink, with 34 copies.
Does LEGO set 40638 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Is Heart Ornament a licensed set?
No. It is listed under the LEGO Seasonal theme, in the Valentine category, with no licensed property indicated.
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