Jigsaw Journal

Are you a puzzle enthusiast looking for the perfect solution to enhance your puzzling experience? PieceHouse Puzzle Mats are crafted with high-quality materials making them a stand out in the market! Here's why they are the best choice for puzzle lovers...

If you're a fan of jigsaw puzzles, you know the excitement and satisfaction that comes with completing a challenging puzzle. However, the process isn't always straightforward, especially when you need to reclaim your table for other uses or move your puzzle to a different location. This is where a puzzle mat becomes your best friend.

New Zealand artist and illustrator Greg Straight. Renowned for his confident and ‘kiwi cool’ aesthetic, Greg’s nostalgic and retro artworks are recognisable by their bright hues, simple geometric shapes and sense of fun. A keen surfer, Greg’s artwork explores all corners of Aotearoa, capturing quintessential moments in time like summer roadies, riding bikes, hitting the waves and hanging out at the beach.

Marcus holds a reputation as one of New Zealand’s most talented creative individuals, creating works that are funky, fun and space-defining. His wildly creative and bold illustrations explore traditional motifs within a modern setting and can be viewed in some of Auckland’s coolest businesses. Not content to stay within the boundaries of one style, Marcus constantly evolves his visually compelling pieces and range of mediums.

New Zealand graphic designer and multidisciplinary creative Francesca Melis. Bright pop colour palettes, vintage 60s and 70s designs, Victorian botanical prints and medieval iconography are all ingredients in Francesca’s work, as she celebrates vivid memories of her childhood, spent in close contact with nature and animals. The incorporation of Sardinian decorative art honours the rich cultural heritage of her island homeland.

Jigsaw puzzles have been a popular pastime for centuries, providing entertainment and intellectual stimulation to people of all ages. The history of jigsaw puzzles dates back to the late 18th century when they were first created as educational tools for children.

In a world where screens have become part of our daily lives, it's important to remember the value of screen-free activities. One such activity that has been enjoyed for generations is the humble jigsaw puzzle. Jigsaw puzzles provide a variety of benefits that make them an excellent screen-free activity.

The perfect way to show off your amazing puzzle is to frame it for your wall, so you can continue to admire the artwork you just pieced together. Framing your puzzle masterpiece can either be done by professionals or you can do it yourself. At PieceHouse we recommend that you use professionals to frame your puzzle, which will mean that the frame size is perfect for the puzzle, the puzzle will sit perfectly straight and your masterpiece will look premium for a long time. Here are a few tips and instructions for the method you choose.

Puzzles are all very different, which mainly comes down to the puzzle artwork, however there are a few factors that can impact how long a puzzle will take to be completed, here are things to consider before you get started on your puzzle...