Come In, Red Riding Hood

Brand: Ravensburger

Pieces: 1000
Size:  70cm x 50cm

Product Code: 174621

It's been a big week in the world of Pokemon, with the first drop of the 30th Celebration cards being released on Wednesday. But despite the many Pokemon-themed jigsaw puzzles I have in my collection, I do not have any photos of ones I have recently completed which I could post for the event! I need to get cracking!

Instead, I am putting up this totally unrelated design by Dean MacAdam, featuring characters from the Little Red Riding Hood fairytale. This puzzle has been sitting in my photo folder for quite a while, and although not relevant, is still pretty cool. I have a few of his designs and they always bring a smile to my face with their hidden little details. 

Do you have a particular puzzle design artist that you admire and/or collect?

Flamingo Park

Brand: Ravensburger

Pieces: 1000
Size:  70cm x 50cm

Product Code: 120015208

I'm starting to get excited... after a hectic few weeks at work, I've just begun a well-deserved two week holiday!

Yay! During some of that time, I will be travelling to Bali with my family for the first time, which means that next week's blog and Instagram posting won't be happening. Instead, I hope to be sipping cocktails poolside or exploring the area around our resort. I wonder if I'll be able to find a puzzle place there? hmmm....

I have a bit of preparation to do before I go however, so I will leave you with this one. We'll be visiting a waterpark while we're there and this is similar to how I imagine it will look..

Enjoy, and I'll see you in a few weeks!

Makeup Palette

Brand: Eurographics

Pieces: 1000
Size:  48.89cm x 67.63cm

Product Code: 6000-5641

I've decided to keep with the really girly theme this weekend and go with a make-up spectacular! 

When I first saw this design, I fell in love. I'm not a really girly-girl and my usual make-up routine involves facial moisturiser, mascara and lip balm so I'm far from high maintenance, but I love the colourful and pretty impact this puzzle design has. I couldn't resist purchasing it and I highly enjoyed piecing it together. 

Are there any puzzles in your to-do-pile of a similar nature?

Fables In Felt

Brand: Delfy

Pieces: 1000
Size:  70cm x 50cm

Product Code: DE-25008

Lately I've been fascinated by the amount of 'textured' puzzle designs that have been on the market. These vary in form from mountainous scenes to animals, and appear as either paper-crafted or stitched designs. 

They look incredible when complete and pop out from the design in a way that looks more 3D than anything!

I have to admit that a few may have made it into my home, including the one above. There is so much detail and texture and I absolutely love the look.

Have you tried one of the above style? Let me know your thoughts...

Disney 100

Brand: Arrow Puzzles

Pieces: 1000
Size:  69cm x 50cm

Product Code: 19914

In a few days it will be 'Star Wars Day' (aka May the 4th) so I thought I'd put up a puzzle featuring characters from the popular franchise. Although this one also shows characters from Disney and Marvel, I thought it would be relevant to the day. I have done quite a few Star Wars-themed puzzles throughout the years but this was the only photo I had currently that I could use for the upcoming day. 

The quality of this puzzle was quite good and the image was appealing as it represented a mix of characters in celebration of Disney's 100th celebrations. I'm pretty sure I have more Star Wars puzzles in my collection- I just have to get around to finding and doing them! 

50 Must-Watch Movies Bucket List

Brand: Ridley's Jigsaw Puzzles

Pieces: 1000
Size:  55cm x 70cm

Product Code: JIG066

I used to love watching movies in my downtime while I was studying at school and university - it was the way I relaxed after hitting the books (although my mum probably thinks I spent more time watching films than actually studying!)

So when I saw this puzzle design, the nostalgia hit and I had to do it. I've seen quite a few of these films (although I can't be bothered counting right now to give you an exact amount) and I loved the images used to portray each one. The illustration style really drew me in. This puzzle was fun to do, and took me less time than I expected, considering it's 1000 pieces. It also came in a 'popcorn-style' bucket rather than a normal rectangular box, which created a bit more interest.

Do you enjoy doing puzzles that feature 'checklists'? How many of the films in this puzzle have you watched?

Funny Animals

Brand: Yazz

Pieces: 1000
Size:  68cm x 48cm

Product Code: 3867

It's finally the Labour Day long weekend! 

I've been hanging out for this for such a long time - I definitely could use the break after working so many extra hours over the last few weeks. In fact, this time last week, I was unable to post because I was working my first Saturday in a very long time. But thankfully that's all done now and I can go back to regular posting and weekend activities. 

Today we have plans to visit the Werribee Zoo (because we were gifted a membership for Christmas and, well, why not?!) so I have decided to put up this puzzle of a collection of different animals. Granted, many of the animals in this design are farm animals and wouldn't be found in a zoo, but I still thought it was a cute image. 

The quality of this puzzle was fantastic and I really enjoyed putting it together.

Are you having a long weekend this weekend? If so, how will you be spending it?

New York City Life

Brand: Eeboo

Pieces: 1000
Size:  58.4cm x 58.4cm

Product Code: -

You may have noticed that this week's post is a day late... or maybe you didn't... 

Either way, I apologise for the delay in getting my post to you. 

I ended up working yesterday morning (unusual for me on a weekend nowadays) and so I was unable to get anything up before I had to leave home and clock on for work. 

I was helping to set up our stall for the Melbourne Toy Fair, and even though I was busy most of the time, I did get to have a sneaky look at a few stalls as I passed by them. I'm hoping that when I'm back there working on Wednesday, I might be able to have a proper look, and perhaps even make some puzzle purchases from stalls if they'll allow it.

In the meantime, I'm going to put up this puzzle that I completed a little while ago.

I thought it was somewhat relevant because some of the people I work with just came back from the New York Toy Fair, and over the last two days I have been helping to set up for the Melbourne one (no comparison in size or excitement though!). 

The puzzle was typical of Eeboo, with a detailed and well laid-out design, vibrant colours and good quality pieces. As always, no complaints except for maybe the glossiness of the pieces but that's not really anything to worry about unless you're trying to take a decent photograph of the finished design. 

Hopefully I'll be back on schedule next week, but until then, happy puzzling!