
I’m trying out a new review format here. What do you think? Love it? Hate it? Let me know in the comments or email using the contact me page above. 🙂
As usual, this Colin Thompson puzzle by Ravensburger was wonderful to assemble! I love his artwork and have done several of his cupboards and boxes. I love the little details but at times, for me, they can be a little too busy. It all depends on my mood; sometimes I’m all about an intricate, detailed image, and sometimes I crave simplicity and straightforward colorful images. This one had a little bit of both, the perfect happy medium!
The sky was the easiest place to start with the streak of pink and all the turrets, and from there I worked on the moat and piano keys. The rest of the puzzle seemed to fall into place quickly, and was a joy to assemble. And for you Colin Thompson fans, never fear – there are plenty of little pink people hanging around this castle; they’re singing and playing instruments, or just hanging out. 😉
I don’t always order puzzles new since my puzzle “dealer” keeps me supplied with almost unlimited thrift store purchases; but I saw this puzzle while online window shopping and had to get it. It was as much fun as I’d hoped, and just the right amount of challenging.
Details:
- Title: The Music Castle
- Artist: Colin Thompson
- Brand: Ravensburger
- Piece count: 500 pieces
- Size: Approx. 19 x 14 in. (49 x 36 cm)
- Purchased: New
Quality:
- Board: Thick and sturdy
- Cutting: Excellent – fully separated, no hanging paper
- Image: Excellent
- Box: Very good
- Fit: Normal/Average
- Puzzle Dust: Small amount
- Piece cut: Grid
- Piece shapes: Good variety
- Finish: Matte finish, lays flat
Overall Rating: Excellent, highly recommended
Nice review and I like the new format. Very clear!
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Thanks Leo! I worked on it for quite a while trying to get it just right.
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