Jigsaw puzzle lovers find time for art and memory
Keith and Betsy Riddiford of Union Township Ohio devote hours to 2000 5000 and 8000 piece puzzles and now consider 12000 piece opuses Their home displays massive works like an 8000 piece Alexander the Great scene and a 6000 piece Neuschwanstein castle They say puzzles sharpen concentration memories and provide quiet time While busy with Downy and IT roles they raise two daughters and share a playful competitive bond backed by a growing puzzle community and a 1763 origin story
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Jigsaw puzzle revival spans ages and eras
A feature on jig saw puzzles traces their rise from elitist pastime to affordable cardboard kits in tough times. Historians Anne Williams and Dan McAdam note a recent revival among retirees and families, aided by retailers like Games People Play. Keith Riddiford favors single color scenes while devotees seek challenging designs.
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