Friendship Tree House Gathering (LEGO 42652)

About this set

This LEGO Friends set, 42652, is a 701-piece build in the building category, rated 3/5 on difficulty, so it fits builders who have finished a few smaller boxes and want a scene with actual structure. The model is built around a brown tree trunk and platforms, with green foliage and blue, yellow and pink accents giving it a bright, playful palette. The treehouse body sits on a platform with a balcony and ladder, and the surrounding play pieces include a slide, a hanging basket, a swing, a picnic table and sunflowers, so the finished tree reads well from every side. Build the trunk and platform first and press everything down firmly, then work upward through the walls and balcony before attaching the slide, swing and basket, since those overhanging parts are easier to fit when the lower levels are solid. The slide and ladder use angled connections, so if something does not line up, check that the platform underneath is fully seated. With plenty of brown parts, sorting by color first saves time. It suits fans of nature-themed builds who want a gathering spot for their Friends characters, and works well as a medium-sized set to build with kids.