Jigsaw puzzles
Fit hundreds of cut pieces together into a picture, edges first.
Jigsaw puzzles
- To start
- $20
- Each month
- $10
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- It slows your head right down.
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to switch off
- You want to have more fun
- You want to make things
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Jigsaw puzzlesAverage games & Strategy hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$20Cheaper to start than 66% of hobbies
$10Over a year, more than the kit
$140About $1 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Do a 500-piece puzzle: edges first, then colours.
30 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does jigsaw puzzles cost to start?
About $20 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $10 a month once you are going.
How much time does jigsaw puzzles take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do jigsaw puzzles at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is jigsaw puzzles good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Do a 500-piece puzzle: edges first, then colours.
Do I need other people for jigsaw puzzles?
No. It works fine on your own.