A review of three inexpensive 6mm thick (¼”) jigsaw puzzles made by a small Canadian company that shows considerable technical improvement in 2023 (about 5900 words; 50 photos)
I enjoyed learning about how you became aware of Rocky Mountain Creators and also about why their puzzles have a “heritage” feel despite relatively low price. It is also interesting that this company produces other kinds of craft items beside jigsaw puzzles. Beautiful cutting boards, evidently one of this company’s additional products, are items I’ve often looked for over the years when I’ve needed to come up with a wedding gift for a friend or relative.
You’ve made clear that the puzzles under discussion today are worthy “frugal alternatives.” I liked your explanation of how you felt the technical shortcomings re: the first two RMC puzzles you bought were outweighed by your high rating of their “very creative, attractive and challenging cutting designs.” It must surely have been gratifying for you that some past problems seem to have been resolved, and that the company sent you a free prototype puzzle ("Shop Local") reflecting progress being made. I actually like the image used for "Shop Local" best among the images of the puzzles you’ve reviewed today.
You did a fine job describing the whimsy pieces (and especially the clever spelling-out of CANADA) as you discussed assembly of today’s three puzzles. Well done, Bill.
I enjoyed learning about how you became aware of Rocky Mountain Creators and also about why their puzzles have a “heritage” feel despite relatively low price. It is also interesting that this company produces other kinds of craft items beside jigsaw puzzles. Beautiful cutting boards, evidently one of this company’s additional products, are items I’ve often looked for over the years when I’ve needed to come up with a wedding gift for a friend or relative.
You’ve made clear that the puzzles under discussion today are worthy “frugal alternatives.” I liked your explanation of how you felt the technical shortcomings re: the first two RMC puzzles you bought were outweighed by your high rating of their “very creative, attractive and challenging cutting designs.” It must surely have been gratifying for you that some past problems seem to have been resolved, and that the company sent you a free prototype puzzle ("Shop Local") reflecting progress being made. I actually like the image used for "Shop Local" best among the images of the puzzles you’ve reviewed today.
You did a fine job describing the whimsy pieces (and especially the clever spelling-out of CANADA) as you discussed assembly of today’s three puzzles. Well done, Bill.
Thanks,
Greg