BCD Meeting

 It barely felt as if any time had passed from the last meeting, but it was great to see all my jigging friends once more for another day of bliss. The theme was spring and I was treated to some lovely jigsaws. I took part in the assembly of 3 puzzles, but sadly time beat us on the last and it had to be taken away by a member for home completion. One of the puzzles pictured it also in need of some repairs. Thoughts on the day were that it was probable that only one piece was actually missing but during the process of making a replacement the pieces around it were taken for shape. It appears none of the pieces ever made their way back. Ah well. 

The Fantastic Balloon Race - Great American Puzzle Company (1000 pieces)

I was given this by a fellow BCD member as I expressed an interest in it during the house party weekend, but ran out of time. I'm so glad I took it as it was a wonderful puzzle. The shape meant that pieces were irregular in size and shape and the edge wasn't completely clear. I began with the basket and yellow bands, popped in ribbons and more patterned balloons in and finished with the large expanses of blue. A lovely afternoon on a lovely big balloon. 

Time taken: 5 hours 

Signing of the Magna Carta - Falcon De Luxe (1000 pieces)

I have been delaying the start of this puzzle in all honesty as the picture looked rather dull. When it came to it however I really enjoyed it. I collected all the shades of reds and oranges to begin with and once they were all placed a large % of the puzzle was done. Blues followed that and the sky was actually one of the last sections to be done - which is unusual for me. The cut was nice and the subject matter will surely appeal to some. 

Time taken: 4 hours