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How to Count Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces

Some puzzle boxes may state the piece count is, for example, 1000 pieces or some may state approximately 1000 pieces.  More often than not, the 'approximately' 1000 pieces is likely closer to accuracy.

That 'rule of thumb' statement does not apply only to 1000 pieces. Chances are good it's applicable to most puzzle Brands.

If your goal is to count the pieces to ensure all the pieces are there because there's fear of missing pieces, then you would need to know the cut grid used by the manufacturer. However the cutting manufacturer cannot guarantee all the pieces made it into the box.

Most puzzle companies do know what the grid-cut-number of pieces are but use the approximate 'round' number on the box. As mentioned above, the company cannot guarantee all the pieces made it into box during the manufacturing process. 

But if you want some information on to count pieces, there's some more hints in the following content that has been sourced out from the online internet.

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What are numbers, letters or colours on the back of jigsaw puzzle pieces?

Jigsaw puzzle companies use letters, numbering, or colors on the back of puzzle pieces for these 10 key reasons:

1. Sorting Assistance:

   • It allows puzzlers to sort pieces into smaller groups, making the assembly process significantly less daunting and more organized.

2. Sectional Assembly:

   • Numbered or lettered sections enable the puzzler to focus on smaller, manageable portions of the image, rather than tackling the entire puzzle at once.

3. Reduced Frustration:

   • By providing a sorting system, puzzle companies mitigate the frustration that can arise from searching through a sea of similar-looking pieces.

4. Enhanced Enjoyment:

   • A more organized approach leads to a more pleasurable and less stressful puzzling experience.

5. Educational Purposes:

   • For educational puzzles, these markings can create learning exercises, like matching letters or numbers to their corresponding image section.

6. Complex Puzzle Management:

   • For extremely large or complex puzzles, these markings are essential for managing the sheer volume of pieces.

7. Team Puzzling Facilitation:

   • When multiple people are working on a puzzle, assigned sections prevent overlap and streamline collaboration.

8. Beginner Assistance:

   • It's especially helpful for beginners or those with visual impairments, providing a structured way to approach the puzzle.

9. Quality Control:

   • During the manufacturing process, markings can help to ensure that all pieces are correctly included in the box.

10. Unique Puzzle Features:

    • Sometimes, companies will use unique coding on the back of the puzzle to add a suprise feature to the completed puzzle.

Photo: Selection of Cobble Hill Jigsaw Puzzles on Puzzle Warehouse shelves.

Where/how to find jigsaw puzzles near me?

Where/how to find jigsaw puzzles near by? Besides the local stores there are other options. But some stores may surprise you with some deals or be too pricey. If you are open to lower priced puzzles but gently used, look at the Goodwill stores, even Salvation Army type stores will shelve low priced puzzles.

If you are looking to find jigsaw puzzles near you, there are a few options to explore. One of the easiest ways to find a local puzzle store is to simply search online. You can use search engines such as Google and Bing to find puzzle stores in your area. Another option is to search for hobby or game stores in your city or town, as these stores may also carry a selection of jigsaw puzzles. 

Additionally, you can check with your local library or community center to see if they have any puzzle clubs or events. Another option is to look for jigsaw puzzles at major retailers such as Walmart or Target, which often carry a selection of puzzles in their stores. 

Behold, brand new, never-before-seen puzzles, sealed in their packaging, ready to be unwrapped and conquered by the master puzzler in you can be found at your local Goodwill type stores and outlets. These types usually show up after Christmas or during Spring cleaning.

Finally, you can also consider shopping for jigsaw puzzles online, as there are many online retailers that offer a wide variety of puzzles with convenient shipping options.

How Do You Deal With Puzzles Dust?

Puzzle dust - the bane of every puzzle enthusiast's existence. If you've ever struggled with the fine layer of debris that seems to coat your puzzle after every use, you know the frustration all too well. Fortunately, there's a quick and easy solution to this common problem. 

Simply take a clean, dry paintbrush and gently sweep it over the surface of the puzzle, taking care to remove any dust or debris. For stubborn dust, try using a can of compressed air or a soft, dry cloth. With this simple technique, you can keep your puzzle looking pristine and ready for your next round of puzzling fun!

More tips to remove puzzle dust;

• Pour the puzzle pieces into a kitchen strainer (you may like to use a dust mask) over a sink or garbage bin to shake the dust through. Continue with all the pieces, stirring or shaking lightly so the pieces do not get damaged

• Place the pieces into produce bags, tie the drawstring and gently shake over the kitchen sink or garbage (use dust mask)  

• Use sorting trays with mesh holes

• Use a mini vacuum to gently suck up the dust on the puzzle board or table for quick cleanups.

• Lint Rollers can easily attract dust to the sticky paper

How Do You Deal With Difficult or Complex Puzzles?

Consider these factors when choosing a puzzle difficulty level:

• Piece count: Higher piece counts generally mean greater difficulty.

• Image complexity: Puzzles with detailed images or intricate patterns are usually more challenging.

• Piece shape: Puzzles with unusual piece shapes can be more difficult to assemble.

• Your own experience: Start with easier puzzles and gradually increase the difficulty as you improve your skills.

Dealing with difficult or complex puzzles requires a patient and systematic approach. The first step is to sort the pieces into groups according to color,

pattern, or shape. Then, you can start working on the sections that have a clear edge or border. Springbok is famous for having false edges due to the random cut.

After that, focus on the smaller details within each section. It's important to take frequent breaks to avoid eye strain and mental fatigue. Besides, after a break, often the piece you were looking for pops out at you.

You can also use puzzle aids such as magnifying glasses, sorting trays, and puzzle glue to make the process easier.

Another helpful technique is to work on the puzzle with a partner or in a group, as this can provide a fresh perspective and additional support.

Remember to enjoy the process and don't get discouraged if it takes longer than expected.

Galison 7 Days of Mindfulness Puzzle Set – 7 70-Piece Puzzles for Each Day of The Week for Meditation Restoration Reinvigoration

A jigsaw puzzle hobby is the fastest and easiest path to boost your quality of life. Gain the advantages of using this non-drug, self medicating tool.

What's the benefits? The Researchers say.......

• it's the quickest way to CUT into your stress

• it's the fastest way to rapidly unwind and relax

• it's the activity that directly increases your brain's capacity and efficiency

• it's the best way in delaying future long term old age problems

• it's the path to maintaining your memory level

• it's the solution to increasing your concentration

• it's the answer to lowering your breathing which then reduces your heart rate

• it's the easiest action to decrease your blood pressure

• it's the form of meditation without sitting on on the floor

Color Me Jigsaw Puzzle, Brand: Karmin, Title: Mandalas

Chakras, 500 Pieces, Size: 16"x20" 

Butterfly DIY Coloring Jigsaw Puzzle

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BEFORE         AFTER

Have you tried Color Me Jigsaw Puzzles? 

I was very pleased to receive this unique gift and the opportunity to see how the product was going to be to assemble and then color. 

I had to experiment with the colour tools to see which one would work well with the finish on the puzzle board. I am glad that I did

because I found the surface needs a good quality coloring tool. 

The Color Me jigsaw puzzles are fairly tricky to assemble as often they are VERY detailed and ALL in black and white pieces.

Be certain to use good quality 'mediums' which are actually the tools used to color the assembled puzzle. Most surfaces of the puzzle paper is somewhat 'dry' and color may run into other colors if the quality of the water-based marker is a low

grade.

The Puzzle Scoop is the neatest little multi-functioning jigsaw puzzle

tool I have seen yet! I suggest you do not wait as this is a tool in demand. As soon as I showed a few puzzlers they immediately said they had to get one!

And it does not have to be used just for jigsaw puzzles. I have found it handy for numerous little household situations.

Here’s the features: 

• Easily move puzzle sections with the large flexible surface 

• it has a 3X magnifying screen that is amazing, the best I have seen yet

• pieces that looked "dark" actually had multiple colours and patterns 

• it uses a built-in LED light (batteries included) that is nice and bright.

Instructions for changing batteries is shown in the image below.

• If you’re working on dark areas on a puzzle, this is a must! 

• Its nice and light-weight.

• Makes a terrific gift.

• Very helpful for serious puzzlers. 

I will be using the Puzzle Scoop with every puzzle in the future.

The Puzzle Scoop tool is under 8" in length and the Puzzle Scoop is 4.5" x 4" which has a very smooth surface on the bottom and the magnify surface on the top.

I found that if I scoop in a downward direction to slide under bigger sections of clumped pieces worked in the easiest manner. I also

covered my hand gently on top of the scoop with the puzzle section sandwiched between, then I could move larger sections I definitely like the size of the handle however I have small hands. It's lightweight enough to

be user friendly for most hand sizes.

Now this sure is a MUST HAVE for puzzlers! It’s excellent for the small text and object/details on puzzle images using the light/magnifying glass

feature. It’s perfect for moving small sections of puzzle pieces to different areas!

IF you get lucky to buy more than 1 of the Puzzle Scoops, you should be sure to get additional ones for your puzzle friends and family members or for Puzzler gifts. These sell very quickly and at the current price of under $10 it's well worth it's value. Special thanks to Ceaco Puzzle Company

Would you agree the most popular piece count for jigsaw puzzles sold is 1000 pieces? How many pieces make a good balance for you? I have done the 32K New York City Window and hundreds of 1000 piece puzzles. I have a  13200K Band of Thunder and 9K  Astrology to assemble plus several 1K pieces but I think I will be increasing my 500 pieces and less in the next couple of year. Take a look at my greatest achievement here; New York City Window jigsaw puzzle.

When it comes to popular jigsaw puzzle series, the Diary of an Edwardian Lady, which includes the four seasons, remains at the top of the list for the Cobble Hill Puzzle Company. I've had the pleasure of assembling all four Seasons. I'd say Autumn was my most fave followed by Winter. Have you tried these? All the details are available at; https://www.jigsawpuzzlehobby.com/popular-with-jigsaw-puzzles  

Diary of an Edwardian Lady Winter

Brand: Cobble Hill Puzzle Company, Title: Diary of an Edwardian Lady Winter Puzzle, Pieces: 1000, Size: 19.25x26.625 or 49x68cm. Each puzzle comes with a mini poster for use with more than one Puzzler or when assembling the area where the Cobble Hill Puzzle Company logo is situated on the bottom right side of the box.  It also shares a blurb on the Edwardian Lady and the three other puzzles available in this series.

Diary of an Edwardian Lady SPRING

Brand: Cobble Hill Puzzle Company, Short Title: Diary Spring Puzzle - Diary of an Edwardian Lady, Pieces: 1000, Size: 19.25x26.625 or 49x68cm.  I love puzzles in a series and when you see all four assembled together in the article as you scroll down the page you'll see the beauty of them side by side. 

Diary of an Edwardian Lady summer

Brand: Cobble Hill Puzzle Company, Title: Diary of an Edwardian Lady - Summer Puzzle, Pieces: 1000, Size: 19.25x26.625 or 49x68cm. I sorted out all the pieces that appeared to have an edge and then 'weeded' out the pieces that did not fit the border colours  and put them back into the non-edge pile. The border required looking at the edges on the box image. The random shaped pieces were also helpful.

Diary of an Edwardian Lady fall

Brand: Cobble Hill Puzzle Company, Title: Diary of an Edwardian Lady Autumn Puzzle, Pieces: 1000, Size: 19.25x26.625 or 49x68cm. Each puzzle comes with a mini poster for use with more than one Puzzler or when assembling the area where the Cobble Hill Puzzle Company logo is situated on the bottom right side of the box. It also shares a blurb on the Edwardian Lady and the three other puzzles available in this series.