One thing I loved, when you apply the sheets, there is no need to worry about a bubble or anything like that getting trapped under the paper. Step 6. How do you get the puzzle turned over with the back facing up without it coming apart? It's a perfect fit for our airport working, Coca-Cola loving family! Oh my goodness, that could be a new feature. The documentary is about Roger Ebert the film critic who gained fame for the long running TV show… “Siskel & Ebert: At the movies” hide. Kathy. Squirt a little bit of puzzle glue onto your puzzle and use the applicator to spread it over the image, making sure to cover all of the cracks between the pieces. If the puzzle pieces are breaking apart then you did not put enough glue on, just put another layer of glue on. Almost all the information I found online suggested using various glue-type products that were applied by pouring the glue right over the top of the puzzle. I thought it would be a terrific project to keep us busy this winter during the pandemic. lol. I want to start my puzzle but want to make sure I wont have to move it and risk it falling apart. At first I thought I’d apply them this way, but there was so much overlap, I wasn’t sure if that was a good idea. . http://i.imgur.com/AlrBgJx.png, Hmm .. that’s too hard to see on my computer, I’m afraid. Once you have finished your puzzle and are ready to seal it, simply paint the Mod Podge onto the front of the puzzle. Medium Yarn Weight. Thanks! "But do it on a surface you don't mind getting a little glue on. A place for all your finished and framed puzzles to be displayed. All this info will serve me well. I also grew up with Nancy Drew, books and tv show! Thank you so much for this post! Pssst: I post almost daily to Instagram. I love it and it was so fun to see that someone else had that sweet rabbit. How to Preserve a Puzzle for Framing. This process was so easy, it’s almost scary! I also love the way you commit yourself and jump in all the way once you decide to do something. I bet they have them on Amazon, too…probably for less. I would love to frame it and didn’t like the glue idea. Decorating, Tablescaping, Before and Afters, Thrifty Finds, and Gardening, If you’re a jigsaw puzzle lover, chances are you’ll occasionally work a puzzle that you’ll want to keep and frame. To make a table top, affix the puzzle to the table top (exact fit) and have a piece of glass cut to fit and mounted to the table (over the puzzle… Use foam core to mount your puzzle and prevent warping. 3¼ x 4¾" (8.3 x 12cm). I’m on a tight fixed budget so while I can drool over your puzzle board I’ve had to come up with a cheapo version – a flattened Amazon box. I wanted a roadster like hers! Puzzle glue is a special adhesive that binds the jigsaw pieces together so the image can be framed and displayed. Thanks! When I saw this jigsaw puzzle on the Simple Pastimes website, I knew had to have it. I was also a fan of hers. Great tip! have a good day! I’ve never done this with a shaped puzzle, but if I ever wanted to save a uniquely shaped puzzle, I think I would do everything the same way. © 2008-2020, Between Naps on the Porch | All Rights Reserved. Apr 15, 2018 - When I saw this jigsaw puzzle on the Simple Pastimes website, I knew had to have it. Via phone toll-free at 1-800-713-1239 Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST. And I’ve used glue on puzzles before and have always been disappointed. Just look at it! I hope you frame them all and that becomes a thing for you. I got a cool Broadway Show Bill puzzle for my birthday! On another note.. Here are the materials you will need: A puzzle; Poster frame; Puzzle glue ; Poster board or cardboard; Command Strips; First off, get your materials! How to Preserve a Puzzle Grab a bottle of Mod Podge (the original…the puzzle kind is nice but not necessary), a sponge brush that you’re prepared to throw away (it gets messy and sticky), and a simple piece of poster board. Easier than I expected. Apr 13, 2019 - Last month, when the kids were off school for Election Day, we worked on a 1,000 piece puzzle of the U.S. Presidents . A lot of the same fun with color and pattern working. Nancy Drew and I were best buds when I was around 8-11 years old. Would mod podge work? Crafters of all ages and skill levels enjoy the variety latch hook provides. Irene, that possibly could happen if you tried to remove the backing to take it apart one day. So funny you asked about that, Linda. I still have my original set all boxed up in the attic… along with my “Ideal” 19″ Shirley Temple doll and my beloved “Scootles” baby doll which I pushed all over the neighborhood in her buggy… quite the little mama I was… lol. especially as you said.. without a picture to reference. your own Pins on Pinterest I think they will all be good quality puzzles. You can see it underneath the puzzle board in this post. Just look at it! Diane, our intrepid leader and number one porch napper has done that too! I found the puzzle here http://www.cobblehillpuzzles.com/Nancy-Drew-p/51799.htm. All I had to buy extra was a styrofoam type back-panel which I pared down in size to the dimension or the frame by using a box cutter. Thanks for all your tips! I loved reading Nancy Drew also when I was a young lass.. Nothing worse than opening a puzzle to find thin pieces, or tons of pieces that appear to work in multiple places in a puzzle. If you use a puzzle glue, select a liquid version for the best results; spray-on glues may not provide even … Add 2 coats of Decoupage.....between coats let each dry overnight. Once you've completed your puzzle, make sure it's as flat as possible. Let the puzzle set until it is completely dry, this may take a few days. Thinking there’s got to be a less scarier method, I hunted around a bit more and found your fun site. Thanks for sharing this product and how easy it is to use. That’s pretty expensive. However …. I let the puzzle dry for at least 2 hours. This puzzle Peel and Stick saver is available here: Puzzle Presto Peel and Stick Puzzle Saver. Sorry to go on and on, but I wanted to let you know there are real folks out here waving hello and thanking you for your fun sharings. You do the coolest things……. love, love love it! I also bought one that was a miserable experience to put together because there was no variety in the shapes. Imported. I would love to see that documentary. You probably told us where you found your puzzle but I forget ( do lots of that!) I plan to order these sheets and preserve a puzzle for framing that I recently completed. I truly believe in a collective consciousness! They are very sturdy, variety of piece sizes and interlock great. The process is so unbelievably easy, you hardly need instructions. But the fun doesn’t have to end when the last piece is placed! Susan, You are so nice to your readers, doing all that research and sharing it with us. This all took place before your magical “puzzle posts,” so I know there is something in the Southern wind that connects its women. I read some of your older posts yesterday and the one that had a white “terrarium” ? lol) Finished projects can be made into pillows, wall hangings, rugs, and more. Invite spring in with colorful wildflowers and busy bees. . Bahrani hasn’t assembled the puzzle (for fear of wear and tear on the pieces) but he displayed it for the film and told the story. Once I peeled off the protective piece, I was able to turn it over to stick it down. It won’t be visible though, once it’s framed or hanging. It just wasn’t any fun to do. All of the puzzles I have by those companies have nice, thick pieces. I wanted to to be just like her when I grew up! If you don’t have this puzzle board, you could put your puzzle together on a piece of stiff poster board or form core board. I also love that the puzzle still looks exactly the same as it did before, something you don’t usually see when using the glue method. I spent a great deal of time when I was 8+ years old reading Nancy Drew. . Register with an email address and password. , I was sitting here with a cup of tea and looked at the pics again and I think I might have identified something… it looks like someones eye and maybe the side of a nose. Lastly, flip it over and put a coat on the back of puzzle. This will give the glue enough time to dry completely. http://i.imgur.com/Nq2KWyM.png I always assembled my puzzles on a puzzle board that came with a hardcover, so that makes the process of turning the puzzle over pretty easy. my daughter and I are avid puzzlers; however, we never refer to the box picture while work is in progress—–we call it “cheating” to peek. I watched it last night and there was an interesting “puzzle” story in the film. I might’ve missed it elsewhere, but do you recommend any particular brands of puzzles? They come in 2×2 dimensions from huge to small. Now I’m dying to know what it shows. Thanks for your suggestion, too! (haha) I decided I couldn’t wait and would buy just one and give it a try. As you apply each sheet, you overlap it onto the previous sheet by about 1/2 inch. Log in or sign up to leave a comment Log In Sign Up. . Apply a thin, even layer … Once your puzzle is done, place another stiff form core board or thick card board on top. It can’t be too big if it fits in the tin, so probably wouldn’t take that long. Welcome back! I wish he’d gotten the Chair but he got 60 years instead! I might cover the inside with a plain contact paper, which is also what I’ll probably use for the backing. Take a peek and see what you think. I have that same terrarium and I have the rabbit made into a lamp! I encountered no slippage or disintegration of the pieces (not even for larger dimension puzzles) and they now grace my walls. Thanks, Alyce! (I used the amount that was left in my jar of Mod Podge – maybe about 1/6 of the jar or less.) Will definitely be using this system again if I ever decide to save another puzzle for framing. Frame sold separately, brings out the beauty of your artwork. By RAR Puzzles. . Aug 23, 2019 - This Pin was discovered by Heidi Wagner. After the front is dry, flip the jigsaw puzzle over and apply a thin, even layer over the entire back of the puzzle. It can be picked up very easily. I really did love how this worked…just wish I had invented it! I am super picky in that I have to LOVE the picture I’m working on or I don’t really want to do it. Thank you so much for sharing this…I put a puzzle out on a table at my Middle School Library and invite the kids to take a break during the day or after school to work together. It may take a few hours to complete the gluing process, because you want to let each layer of glue dry before applying the next. I sure wish someone would put it together! That was fun to see. Apply additional glue sheets as needed, making sure to line up the edges of the glue sheets with the edges of the jigsaw puzzle. If desired, slide a piece of newspaper under your completed jigsaw puzzle to protect your surface from excess glue. I’ll have to order some. I like your approach but I may have discovered an even simpler one: AC Moore sells U-clip based picture-frames (marketed as “Classic Metal Picture frames for prints and Photos”). I also did a little Googling around to see if there was any mention of what the picture might be but no luck so far… however I found some interesting information… apparently Marilyn Monroe collected jigsaw puzzles and was a real puzzle enthusiast and a voracious reader! Do you think this would work on shiny/foil puzzles? 2. I love when that happens. This whole process from start to finish took about 15 minutes at the most, and that included stopping to read directions a bunch. lol. What wonderful memories that brings back. You'll find contact information for Susan. When finished, smooth out any air bubbles before flipping your puzzle back over. 2 days ago. I opened it and it appears to be much better quality, at least the pieces are thicker and sturdier. *Subscribe to have updates delivered to your Inbox. Having a larger overlap doesn’t matter at all. I kind of hated to glue it down since that meant I couldn’t do it again. Thanks for all the great puzzle info Susan and others. They are less messy than using puzzle glue, though applying them to your finished jigsaw puzzle takes some precision. report. I ended up buying a whimsical bookshelf puzzle, forgotten the name of the artist. WOuldn’t it be awesome to find a puzzle with The Love Boat, Fantasy Island, Hart to Hart, Charles Angeles? I’ll have to check and see if it comes up on Netflix sometime soon. If you have two pieces of heavy poster board or dry erase board, that works well for flipping it, too. Worked fine. Create gorgeous multi-colored projects with 5 balls of this decadently soft, self-striping cake yarn. Pam I too wondered about the edges and the difficulty of assembling the puzzle…. The Puzzle Saver is really sticky. Bernie, $10 doesn’t seem like a lot to save a 1,000 puzzle you really love once in a great while. This will not work if the board you’re using flexes or bends…it has to be really stiff boards like foam core board…something like that. I have a few completed puzzles that I want to frame , thanx.. and btw.. Let the glue dry completely before framing. UPS, USPS, and DHL are all experiencing delays in their times and we thank you for your patience. I am concerned, will the sticky backing pull the paper backing off the puzzle pieces if I decide to dismantle it? 100% Upvoted. What a great memento of your work and the fun involved in assembling the puzzle. Loved reading all the comments too. lol Yeah, Ned sounded pretty nice, too. After spending time completing a puzzle, preserve it by gluing the pieces together. You’ll find the puzzle board I love to use when working my puzzles here: Puzzle Board  It really saves my back and will hold puzzles up to 1,000 pieces in size. We discussed puzzles awhile ago when you first started talking about them. Welcome to my addiction! They are famous for wanting to lay right on top of whatever we happen to be working on at that moment. 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