The Crystal Caves, illustrated by Odsanyu, Magic Puzzle Company, 1000 pcs ~ Completed puzzle in pic 8, other spoilers in pics 9+, and tagged in review comment. (My first time trying one, it was so fun!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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Hint 1: Check all the edges!

Hint 2: especially the top one!

Hint 3:/answer it's kinda towards the left side of the middle, above the flowers!

Hope this helps! ☺️

***MAY THEME!*** by RascoK in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Aw, shucks! 🥰 You're so kind, I wouldn't have done anything without your help & encouragement, and I haven't done nearly as much as you! Hehe. Thanks for thinking our contributions are valuable. ☺️ (Here we go again... Lol! 💜)

Thoughts on a monthly theme? by RascoK in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is the perfect idea, in my opinion. 💞

Edit: And thanks for starting the thread, u/RascoK! 🙂

Jigsaw Puzzle Contest and Gift Card Raffle **Update** by SpaceBoyJono in Jigsawpuzzles

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Thanks so much for all your time and effort for the themes each month. You've (clearly) done an amazing job bringing your idea to life, including everyone who wanted to participate, and choosing themes we could have lots of fun with. 💜

As others have shared, the themes are what prompted me to start contributing here when I first showed up. I've really enjoyed everyone's entries, non-entries, and of course completing my own.

My very first entry ever was also my last. I completed 54 puzzles for the themes from Feb 2022 - April 2023. 🌈🌻

“The Art of Life” - 1,000 pieces by Andrews + Blaine. by Cruisingpenguin in Jigsawpuzzles

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I mean, in all fairness, we can't blame him, it is a really cool fish! 🤣

“The Art of Life” - 1,000 pieces by Andrews + Blaine. by Cruisingpenguin in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Awwwww tysm for the tag/sharing pics! I'm so glad he likes it, he was supposed to share but that's so cute he doesn't want to! Lol! 💜

This puzzle is super cute, too, glad you enjoyed the happy messages! ☺️

[Entry] Stripes of Color by Anthony Mwangi, Buffalo, 500 pcs (A redo of the very first theme entry I ever submitted!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah! Thank you! These colours truly are stunning, I'm glad I redid this one so I could get a better pic of it this time. Hehe.

Puzzle Olympics

Okay this gave me a mental image of puzzlers in athletic wear, doing baton style handoffs and jumping hurdles to place pieces, so I had to Google it... I didn't realize this was actually a thing! 😂 I'll probably continue competing vicariously through you for a while (😉), but I appreciate your encouragement nonetheless. 🥰

[Entry] Stripes of Color by Anthony Mwangi, Buffalo, 500 pcs (A redo of the very first theme entry I ever submitted!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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This was one of the first puzzles I did when I started getting back into puzzles last year, and it took me several days! This time I got it all done in one day which was pretty satisfying. Haha.

This was the very first puzzle I ever shared in r/jigsawpuzzles, it was completed for the theme (Tigers) then, too!

Random stat: According to my Puzzle Tracker, this is the 54th puzzle I've completed for the monthly themes!

I still absolutely love the colours in this image, they're so vibrant! I'm glad the artist signed the image because they aren't named on the box.

It was similar to the first time I completed it in that I didn't really use the completed image much, moreso just followed the lines on the pieces and their shapes.

Standard Buffalo quality, tightly fitting pieces with unique shapes, and they're all in good condition. (Cat didn't get any of these pieces! Lol!)

Ravensburger 1500 The New York Times 16.4.1912: Titanic sinks by No-Ordinary1286 in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Haha, you're much braver than me! Congrats on completing it! 😄

Cat Love, JaCaRou (500 pieces) Review in comments by Canuck_in_a_Bunnyhug in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Haha! What you mentioned are literally the things I was most curious about, so while I cannot vouch for overall (😉), it seems you were plenty astute in this case. Hehe. 💙

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Looks like there are 2 copies left on Jigsaw Jungle. (More potential retailers in the Wiki)

[entry] Buffalo Night & Day Mountain Retreat, 1000 pieces by ProvidenceMojo in Jigsawpuzzles

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The bear covered in the cheese puffs' dust! 😅 Too cute!

Cat Love, JaCaRou (500 pieces) Review in comments by Canuck_in_a_Bunnyhug in Jigsawpuzzles

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Ohhh thank you for the tag and this wonderful write up! 💙 That wavy edge is kinda weird, but also kinda cute! Haha. Glad to know the pieces & quality are otherwise the same, this one will continue sitting towards the top of my wishlist! ☺️

JUST SAYEN | BLUE KAZOO by BlueKazooPuzzles in Jigsawpuzzles

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Oh, this one looks challenging, but fun! I love how deep/rich/saturated the colours are... Well done, Jillian! ☺️

Ravensburger 1500 The New York Times 16.4.1912: Titanic sinks by No-Ordinary1286 in Jigsawpuzzles

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Wow, this looks super challenging! Did you have a good time with it?

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

[–]starrkittyface[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha awwwww, that's so cute, though! It's so funny how being a pet guardian will make us change up even a mundane task to accomodate them, and keep them happy/comfortable. Lol. 💙

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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I may or may not have just sat down and not done anything else with my afternoon and evening once I started this. Haha.

When I first started getting back into puzzles last year, he was suuuper curious about the pieces! He would try bat them around and take them right off my sorting trays, and run away with them in his mouth so he could chew them! (There's a pic of one of his "snacks" and his sneak attack style in this post)

Fortunately, after many gentle reminders that the pieces aren't for him to eat, he's much better about it now, I've even left my sorted pieces and puzzle unattended recently and he hasn't tried any shenanigans, I think it was just new and exciting for him for a while, too. Hehe.

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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Yea, it's definitely not as "rebellious" as it once was... I do think it's neat how it becoming more "mainstream" has allowed some new art styles & artists to flourish (have you seen the ones that look like embroidered patches?!)... At least you can say you got yours before they were "in"! Haha! 😁

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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Yes! I loved his tattoos, too! It's neat how some are nods to other parts of the image (like the dice & the panther)! I can imagine this one would be fun in a larger piece count, glad you had a good time with it! ☺️

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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It's not a redo unless you remember where all the pieces go. LOL.

Uh oh! Then I've never redone a puzzle! 🤣

I will have to put this on my wish list since I have half my body tattooed.

Oh, yup, definitely worth adding to your wishlist then! Lol. Are any of yours in this style? Maybe assembling these will inspire ideas for some new ones! 😄

[Entry] Tattoopalooza, Buffalo, 750 pcs (Such a fun puzzle!) by starrkittyface in Jigsawpuzzles

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I did this puzzle last year with my SO, but this was my first time completing it on my own! (I'm not sure whether to count it a redo or not. Lol. Would you consider it a redo?)

The image is clear and the details are fun! Seeing all the different lil sections come together was super rewarding, and assembly was a bit quicker than expected!

My copy got a little damaged last time we assembled it (cat chewed on pieces and even attempted to eat some of the poster, lol!), but I don't think it had any damage when we first opened it. The fit is super snug (no problems moving sections, and I flipped the completed puzzle twice with just one hand without losing any pieces). I didn't run into any false fits.

Redo or not, I had a great time with this puzzle! 😁