Greetings…In Progress…

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Greetings From the Upside Down – Buffalo – 300 pieces

Don’t know about you, but I certainly wouldn’t want a postcard from The Upside Down! Yikes. Barb’s vacation there was extended permanently, so it isn’t a place you’d want loved ones to visit. Ever.

Well, that’s enough of that. Isn’t this a cute little image for a puzzle? You can’t see much, but it’s going to be very cute once it’s all put together, trust me. This one was from my latest jaunt to the thrift store in my area that has the best selection of jigsaw puzzles, I was happy to find something at least to make the drive worth it. Honestly I had to go drop off the many, many, many puzzles that were in the trunk of my car to be donated, but still it’s always fun to go inside and find more. I know, it’s a problem.

My favorite puzzles to find there are the 300 and 500 pieces, it’s nice to have plenty of options at home for working in between the larger piece counts. I’m happy to have found this Stranger Things puzzle because there’s just something about it that makes me smile.

The quality has been excellent so far, and I’m pretty sure it’ll be able to stand up on it’s own when complete – the fit is fantastic! I hope whatever you’re working on today is just as entertaining as this one.

Happy puzzling my friends!

Disney 100 Years of Music

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Disney 100 Years of Music – Ceaco – 300 pieces

You’re shocked I’m sure, to see that there was a Ceaco puzzle on my board; don’t worry, I haven’t gone back on my word and I did not spend one bit of my own money on this one. Penny sent it to me in a swap!

Cute image, not great quality – that basically sums up this brand. Less than premium chipboard that tends to split or fan out at the edges, image lift on many corners, etc. They’re definitely not my favorite brand and since the terrible, horrible, no-good, very bad advent calendar puzzles of 2019; and I have not spent any of my precious puzzle budget on Ceaco puzzles since – there are many great puzzle companies out there that I’d rather spend my money on.

If Penny has any of their puzzles with cute images that I feel like assembling then I won’t hesitate to continue swapping with her. As long as my money doesn’t make it into their coffers the ban is still on. My memory is long, and I can hold a grudge like nobody’s business!😉

Frenchie

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Frenchie by Karen Burke – MasterPieces – 1000 pieces

I really had a good time with this one, I love the artwork by Karen Burke, and it was relatively easy with bright colors and sections that were easy to pick out and put together. The random cut makes it very interesting (at least for me) and I enjoyed it from beginning to end.

MasterPieces has impressed me very much lately, there hasn’t been any quality issues with any of the puzzles I’ve assembled. That’s rare really, at least for me. I can be quite the puzzle snob, and very exacting about what characteristics of a puzzle are important to me. The MasterPieces puzzles I’ve worked since I started back up in April have all been excellent quality all around. Either I’ve been very lucky or their puzzles are getting better – whichever it is, I’ll take it!

Everyone doesn’t love dogs as much as I do, but for those who do – how do you not love that face?! The smooshy little face just makes me want to give belly rubs and kisses!

There were a lot of flowers in this image, and they are usually difficult for me. The colors and placement of each different flower made it easier for me this time around. I might actually start liking them. 😮

Overall this puzzle was entertaining, beautiful, and excellent quality – couldn’t ask for more.

Blackbirds…In Progress…

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Blackbirds Roost at Mill Creek by Charles Wysocki – Buffalo – 1000 pieces

Another gorgeous Wysocki is on the board, this one’s giving me a bit of a run for my money – it’s not an easy one that’s for sure! Still the challenge is fun and I love putting together his artwork (most of the time) and it makes for lovely meditation.

After laying out all the pieces and assembling the border I went and took a break, rested in bed for a while. When I came back to the board my son had already put together most of the words! That he’s enjoying puzzles and working on mine with me makes me very happy – but the words are my favorite part! *stomp*🤬

That’s alright, he should have fun with them just like I do. We’re still working on it together today, and maybe while I’m off at the doctor this afternoon he’ll get some more of the harder parts done. Here’s hoping!

Twilight Flight

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Twilight Flight by Alan Giana – MasterPieces – 300 pieces

Isn’t this a beautiful relaxing image? Wouldn’t you love to sit on the porch with an ice cold glass of lemonade just watching the swans at twilight? Sigh. I picked this one up after a doctor’s appointment, and was pleased as punch to find many different puzzles to choose from, most from MasterPieces. Since I returned to puzzling a few months ago, MasterPieces puzzles have continued to impress me with their excellent quality. I picked up several of their puzzles of 300, 500, and 1000 pieces. Excellent day of shopping!

The tightest fit that I’ve worked with in a very long time. I knew immediately when I had only put three or four pieces together that this puzzle would stand up when it was complete. Amazing fit! This would be a great puzzle for a senior center, I think the oldsters would really enjoy this one.