About my ratings

Perhaps because of my day job, I'm a tough rater. Everything 3/5 and above I consider worth the time and money. If I purchase on Etsy or a similar platform and the puzzle is as expected, I will give a top rating on the platform because of how seller ratings work, but here "as expected" is probably a 3/5 in most cases.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

American Skat, John Rausch

 Elms, 462 pieces. Usual fun Elms experience, with difficulty coming from the fact that the various cards shared suit patterns. 7/10




two suits




two other suits


Helen of Troy, Evelyn De Morgan

 Nautilus, 141 pieces. Small and spiky! 3/5




Blue Lagoon

 Stave, 85 pieces. A two-heart Treat that is just as fun and colorful as it should be! 6/10




Friday, March 29, 2024

Lunacy #5 Paper Cutouts

 Approx. 50 pieces, BellArt. Another double-sided puzzle, this time with very similar art on both sides, creating additional challenge. I like the round, full knobs. 3/5





Abu al-Hassan, Squirrels

 Artifact, 155 pieces. Small pieces; difficulty created by similarity throughout image. 3/5





Life of the Desert

 Stave, 495 pieces. Another beautiful image with animal themed whimsies. 7/10










Thursday, March 28, 2024

Smellin' Good

 BCB Puzzles, 150 pieces. A relatively simple Teaser-style puzzle, with large pieces. 6/10