While it's true that some people time themselves to do a puzzle, a Bank Holiday puzzle is something to be savored... No matter how much time you spend on it, the most important thing is to make the most of this moment of relaxation. However, if you're looking for a few tips or tricks to make your holiday even more enjoyable, you've come to the right place. Let's get down to business and share our method and tips with you!
1- Sorting is key
Of all our little tips, this one is essential: start with the edges! The idea is to start with the straight-edged pieces, as these are easy to identify. To follow a strict method, you can go through all the pieces, one by one, from one container to another, just to make sure you don't miss a single one. But it all depends on your patience and the size of your puzzle! For this first sorting stage, the brain is quickly put on pause, and what a good thing that is!
2- Every detail becomes an ally...
If you're not a member of the cephaloclastophile club and you're not a great puzzler, keep the visual in front of you, it's ok! Puzzles are above all a game of observation. Look for the most obvious details in the illustration: an element of a particular color, an object, a sharp line, for example. Any clue is a good clue, so focus on those little things that will help you move forward. Gather all the pieces that make up these little details and put them together. Your puzzle begins to take shape!
3- By color
We advise you to choose an area where the color or pattern is found nowhere else. If you're tackling a flat expanse of color, sort the pieces by shade or gradation. On the other hand, if you're faced with a large monochrome expanse, sort by shape. And don't be afraid to spread out! Our little tip: use stackable trays. Sorting may seem a bit time-consuming, but it will save you time later on.
4- Patience at a dead end
Remember, the puzzle is a puzzle. So, yes, sometimes things get stuck... Don't panic! A little distance helps you see things more clearly. Do you have enough light to see the nuances? How about a cup of coffee? Change the music, dance... Yes, why not? It's better to let your puzzle rest and pick it up again later. The answer will be there!
👉 Also read: How to fix a puzzle?
There's no one right way to do jigsaw puzzles. At the WJPC, the World Jigsaw Championship, strategies vary. Everyone has their own little trick! The main thing? Find your own rhythm, and above all, have fun!
Enjoy the puzzle!
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👉 Read also: World puzzle records
