What is a collector of jigsaw puzzles called?

What is a collector of jigsaw puzzles called?

So, as I have already mentioned in my first blog post about the history of the Jigsaw Puzzle, the term that is used to call someone who plays and enjoys jigsaw puzzles is called a “Dissectologist“.

Is there such a thing as a puzzle library?

There are several levels of membership and we now have a puzzle library where members can select puzzles they want. As a member, you may select from over 2500 puzzles in our virtual library and as they become available members can send them to you. Over 8100 puzzle swaps have been initiated to date.

What can I do with old jigsaw puzzles?

Donating used puzzles

1. Donate them to charity. You may have a charity that’s close to your own heart, or simply a nearby charity shop that you can donate to.
2. Old people’s homes or nurseries. Most old people’s homes are happy to accept pre-loved jigsaws that the residents can do.
3. Re-purpose them.

What is the most expensive jigsaw puzzle?

On September 28, 2005, the most expensive jigsaw puzzle was sold at a charity auction for $27,000. The 467-piece puzzle was handmade by Rachel Page Elliott, who is known for her fine attention to detail, often cutting intricate animals and other interesting shapes into her puzzle designs.

Are Aquarius puzzles good?

The quality of this puzzle is top notch. The image reproduction is excellent. The cut of the puzzle was perfect, absolutely no fraying and the backing is solid. They use precision cutting techniques that leave virtually no dust behind.

What do you call someone addicted to puzzles?

Shortz’s use of enigmatologist is as a generic term for someone involved in the science of puzzles of any kind, be they mathematical, word or logic-oriented. Someone who has a specific interest in crossword puzzles however, should strictly speaking be described as a cruciverbalist.

Do libraries lend jigsaw puzzles?

Yes, you can borrow toys of all kinds from some libraries — from building sets to board games to puzzles to kids’ musical instruments. There are even American Girl lending programs, like the one in the Arlington Public Library.

Is there a jigsaw club?

500 Piece Monthly Jigsaw Puzzle Subscription club to receive a new puzzle every month. You can prepay for 3, 6 or 12 months, or choose to have an ongoing subscription to last as long as you like.

How many pieces are in a puzzle?

Each puzzle includes a short mystery, and all a puzzler has to do is READ the story, ASSEMBLE the puzzle, and then SOLVE the mystery. Each 1,000 piece puzzle creates a 23” x 29” clue-filled image – that does not match the image on the box!

What is BePuzzled?

BePuzzled started with Classic Mystery Puzzles, and we are proud to continue the tradition. Each puzzle includes a short mystery, and all a puzzler has to do is READ the story, ASSEMBLE the puzzle, and then SOLVE the mystery.

What is BePuzzled read – assume – solve?

READ – ASSEMBLE – SOLVE! BePuzzled started with Classic Mystery Puzzles, and we are proud to continue the tradition. Each puzzle includes a short mystery, and all a puzzler has to do is READ the story, ASSEMBLE the puzzle, and then SOLVE the mystery.