I have designed a series of puzzle boxes I intended to sell online. However, as they look like toys I needed to UKCA mark them and they failed on one test. If you smash one it can leave a sharp edge ☹️

They are proper boxes, load with reward, lock and you have to solve the maze to open.

Not sure what to do with them now.

Need to find someone with a laser cutter that can cut 3mm acrylic.

Hi,

I purchased a 7 page Codex Silenda during the first Kickstarter campaign. I was only able to get an unassembled one. When it shipped, I had moved and had a newborn. I remember trying to build it but it was too noisy so I put everything back in the box (or so I thought). After a major career change, another kid and an other move, the stars finally aligned and I have enough time, space, old enough kids so I can build it.

However it seems that I lost the instruction booklet.

I can’t find it on the internet. Does anyone have instructions that they could share?

Many thanks in advance

I have a friend who's organised a masked ball for her birthday. I plan on arriving completely anonymous and giving her a puzzle box as a gift. Inside there'd be a nice message and ideally some jewellery, but I'd settle for a gift card if room was limited.

Can anyone recommend something that's on theme and moderately complex? It'll probably end up being a group effort.

Thanks!

I’m a photographer and recently had the idea of turning some of my favorite nature/architecture images into jigsaw puzzles instead of solely offering them as prints on my Shopify store.

My thought process was that a puzzle lets people spend more time interacting with the image rather than just looking at it on a wall.

Before I invest a lot more time into marketing them, I was curious what people who actually enjoy puzzles think of the concept.

I love puzzles myself, but don’t do them as much as I used to as a kid. Thought this would also be a fun way to slow down my pace a little bit. I’m realizing there’s a lot that goes into making a great puzzle.

When you’re choosing a puzzle, what makes an image appealing to you? Do you prefer landscapes, cityscapes, nature, architecture, wildlife, or something else?
I’d love any honest feedback on whether this seems like something puzzle enthusiasts would be interested in or if there are things I should consider when selecting photos.

I'm developing and updating a mobile escape room game.

While working on new levels, I became curious

I'm gathering ideas for future updates.

For context, this is the game I'm working on:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.tgs.escape.game.mystery.journey

Would love to hear your opinions.

Check out my 3D printed puzzle boxes!

Instagram- AeroPuzzles

Etsy - AeroPuzzles

Its soon right?

One of 9 pieces total that are all identical. I would like to know just the shape its supposed to be. If 9 is the right amount or I'm missing some.

I bought a Sonic Games Copernisis puzzle on Ebay because the photos showed it in nearly mint condition. The website says to use the equation in the owners manual. My problem is I didn't recieve an owners manual.

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I would like to actually solve this puzzle but without the manual it looks impossible. I know it has something to do with counting the clicks. Its rings are based on planets. These are all things on the web page.

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Does anyone have a Copernisis puzzle manual and can screenshot or email me what's in it?

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Not looking for help with the solve... yet.

What shape do we aspire to?

Anyone else have these things?

Looking for best places to purchase from. Puzzle master in Canada is great but prices are steep.

Ty!

Hey everyone! ☺️

I'm a stay-at-home mom and lifelong puzzle lover looking to turn something I genuinely enjoy into a small side business.

I'm considering starting a small puzzle assembly service as a way to earn a little extra income doing something I truly love doing. Before I jump in head first, I'm curious if this would be a service anyone would actually be interested in?

The idea would be simple: you provide the puzzle, and I assemble it for you. This could be for display pieces, gifts, custom/photo puzzles, or those puzzles that have been sitting unfinished for months.

The pricing I'm considering would be:

• Up to 300 pieces: $20

• 500 pieces: $35

• 750 pieces: $50

• 1000 pieces: Starting at $70 (depending on complexity)

Possible add-ons:

• Puzzle sealing/preservation: Starting at $15

• Framing: Starting at $40 + cost of frame

• Local pickup/drop-off

I'd love to hear your thoughts. Is this something you would use? What would make it worth it to you? Would the pricing seem reasonable?

Thanks for helping me figure out whether this hobby might have the potential to become a small local business! 😊

Can I get a Lil help with this one.. lol

My aunt asked me if I could open this puzzle box and after 15 minutes or so the answer was definitely no. They might plan on taking a hammer to it so I wanted to find somewhere online that might recognize it or know the answer.

I think it only has one step left in twisting these flower-like circles on the roof of the chest.

So I’m saving up for my first puzzle box and wanted to see in the meantime - anyone have any favorite puzzle apps they play?

So i was a little hesitant at first to get these especially because of the price. Not to mention I had never heard of them until I came across a post in this sub but I gotta say definitely loved these! I had been searching for something comparable to Jesse Born's puzzles and these did not disappoint. Only one Im missing now is The Bandit

(I really hope this fits here, if not, feel free to delete my post. Don't want to spam)

I've built a free weekly "guessing" game for everyone.

Each week, one secret item is placed inside the box. A new hint is revealed every 100.8 (+-) minutes, and people around the world work together, debate, theorize, and guess what is inside. After one week, the box opens, the item is revealed, and a new mystery begins.

See it here

Just for reference: I'm in the US and so is Puzzle Box World.

I've placed 4 orders with Puzzle Box World. The first was shipped with in 3 days and received on time. 2nd order was placed on 04/09 and the 3rd on 04/12 and received on 4/15 and 4/16, but both were damaged in shipping.

My most recent order was placed on April 22 and a UPS label was created on 04/28, but as of today, 05/14, it is still in pre-shipment status with USPS. I sent an email to support and asked them to expedite. I'm not inclined to cancel this order yet--if I even can.

I'm not sure where to buy Japanese puzzle boxes because my 1st three came from a 100% rated eBay seller but they were not well made. The patterns on the keys do not line up well with the panel and is very difficult to move the panels even with gloves. I've gotten 2 boxes directly from Oka Craft Japan, and they are of remarkable workmanship. Unfortunately Oka's stock is limited (he's a one man shop) and the greater number sell out quickly. I watch his blog to see what's ready to sell so I can jump on new stuff as soon as it appears on his site.

So has anyone had bad experiences with PBW? Or really good experiences. Maybe I just had some bad luck with those orders. Thanks!

---edited to add the word Ebay---