Looking for relaxing jigsaw puzzles to unwind after a long day? These are our top puzzle picks to de-stress.
Do you prefer a serene landscape? A no-nonsense gradient? Or, perhaps, the more challenging the puzzle, the more relaxing the experience? This curated list offers a few different options for relaxing with a puzzle after a long day.
The puzzle fam also sounded off on their relaxing routines - hot tea, cozy movies, lit candles and glasses of wine - it’s all here. So grab a warm blanket and snuggle up with this list of relaxing puzzles to unwind after a long day.
Get whisked away from your hectic day with a puzzle featuring a relaxing landscape. This 1000-piece puzzle from Eurographics is a great option. A beautiful mare sips from a babbling brook with her foal beside her. All against the backdrop of lush trees and a beautiful bridge. Consider pairing it with a cup of hot cider and the movie Black Beauty.
“I love cuddling up with my dogs on the couch and using my puzzle board so I can spend time with them while puzzling.” @sarahdoespuzzles
Keeping things simple is ideal after a day of non-stop action and decision-making. When simplicity is key, this soothing 1000-piece puzzle from Cloudberries should do the trick. Its brightly-colored geometric gradients offer a good challenge without being too frustrating. Pairs well with your favorite wine and a relaxing instrumental music playlist.
"I’ve been puzzling daily since 2016, and it used to be the only activity I would do without multitasking. I now have 3 solid puzzle sessions daily, and it’s only in the evenings that I puzzle with distraction - either a video or an audiobook - and a glass of wine." @edwinapuzzlehands
Something about lighting a candle is magical. It can instantly bring the stress level down a notch. When it’s time to relax with a flair of fun, consider this 500-piece “Lighten Up” puzzle from Le Puzz. Full of fun and whimsy, it features dozens of very unique candles, all aglow. Jump into this one by lighting your favorite candle, mixing up a cocktail or mocktail, and turning on your favorite guilty pleasure TV show.
"I love getting cozy with a puzzle - set me up with a cozy blanket, a warm beverage, an audiobook, and one of my favorite puzzles from brands like Eeboo, Art & Fable, or Pomegranate and I am in my happy place." @PiecefulPuzzling
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