Theme selection and consolidation

[train_nut]

Hey Peeps,

I'm curious to know if most collectors strictly stick to specific themes for their collection. I'm an AFOL and working professional. I could afford to buy most (if not all) sets released each year, obviously my interest excludes duplo/juniors. However I'm running out of storage room, plus I don't get the time to open all the sets! So, my dilemma is the following - I just like all themes for mostly their exotic colours / unique parts / printed bricks / unique minifigs. But I know I should just consolidate to maybe five themes a year only.

Anyone else in the same situation? Interested to know your situation.

[TheLegoDr]

Unless you want to spend lots of money, you should stick to specific themes. It is also advisable to not be a completionist.

I know for my own collection, I don't have the time to MOC as much as I want, nor do I have the money. If I buy a few select sets on sales, I am lucky. It means I've missed out on a few sets over the last few years. But setting up a budget and sticking with it will make it easier for you to know what you actually want and what you can live without.

I originally was buying every set I could find, but then I realized I just don't care about some sets, so why am I buying it? Like you, because of the unique colors or pieces or figures...it all gets thrown into boxes anyway, so what's the purpose.