Hi there! Are you a fan of jigsaw puzzles? If so, you know that some puzzles can be quite the challenge to put together, especially when they seem to be made of nothing but small and tricky pieces. But don’t worry! There are different types of jigsaw puzzles, and some of them are easier to tackle than others.
Here’s a quick guide on how to approach jigsaw puzzles, no matter the difficulty level:
- Know your types of jigsaw puzzles:
- Standard jigsaw puzzle: made of pieces with the same shape, color, and size.
- Slot machine-style jigsaw puzzle: many different pieces, shapes, sizes, and colors.
- The “great puzzle” style jigsaw puzzle: tiny pieces that are almost impossible to see without a magnifying glass.
- Learn the difficulty level of your current puzzle:
- Take a look at the number of pieces and the level of difficulty for the puzzle you’re working on.
- If it’s too challenging, you can consider getting help.
- Build some confidence with some practice puzzles:
- Start with easier puzzles and work your way up.
- The more you practice, the better you’ll get and the less frustrating it will be.
- Try completing the current puzzle in stages:
- Start by deciding which pieces belong together and how they will fit together.
- Find all the pieces and lay them out on the table.
- Slide the tabs to line up with the corresponding holes in the finished product.
If at any point you lose your enthusiasm or patience with a jigsaw puzzle, it’s okay to set it aside and come back to it later. The goal is to have fun, not to feel frustrated! And if you still feel stuck, remember that there are other puzzles you can try and enjoy.