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.

Monday, May 27, 2024

Paul Bond, The Giver

 Artifact, 461 pieces. The clever image elevates this one. 3/5





Let It Flow, Phil Lewis

 Liberty, 419 pieces. A true stunner, with color-line-like cutting and unusual piece shapes. 5/5








Oohs and Oz

 Stave, approx. 50 pieces. Fun Wizard of Oz teaser, possibly retired. 6/10



pay no attention to the man behind the curtain


Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Cat in Garden, Samuel Hayward

 Artifact, 217 pieces. This was the speed puzzle individual puzzle, and I really enjoyed all the cat whimsies. 3/5



Horses of a Different Color

 Rebel Puzzles, 140 pieces. New to me laser cutter; I like the geometric style and this is unusual because it's both geometric and not straight-edged. I was a bit concerned that there'd be resulting fit problems, but there weren't! Looking forward to more from this cutter. 3/5





Peaceable Kingdom

 Stave, approx. 45 pieces. Another pleasant two-sword Teaser, with a frame broken up by the dropout pieces. 6/10





Monday, May 6, 2024

Peaceful Waves, Kennedy Ng'anga

 Nonie Made Me, 186 pieces. My first puzzle from this cutter, and it's high quality, with thick wood and a nicely printed image. Curvy pieces with some nice whimsies, including multi-piece animals. 4/5