The Art Of Living

Behind the Scenes: How We Curate Artwork for Our Puzzle Collections

Behind the Scenes: How We Curate Artwork for Our Puzzle Collections

June 19, 2025

At Mango Puzzles, we’re obsessed with great artwork. From our very first collection, we learned—thanks to your feedback—that the right image is what gets people most excited about our puzzles. It’s what transforms a pile of 1,000 random pieces into a satisfying, screen-free adventure. And that ties right back to our mission: Pieces Over Pixels. But choosing the art? That’s a whole process—and honestly, one of the most fun parts of what we do. So here’s a peek behind the scenes at how we go from idea → artist → puzzle box. 1. First Comes the Big Idea Every new...

Not your basic Christmas Gift - Mango Puzzles’ New Collection featuring Jules Monson!

Not your basic Christmas Gift - Mango Puzzles’ New Collection featuring Jules Monson!

December 11, 2024

The holiday season is upon us, and we’ve got something extra special for you! If you’ve been searching for that perfect, unique gift that blends art, fun, and a touch of local flair, you’re in for a treat. Mango Puzzles is about to unveil our most exciting collection yet—a collaboration with Toronto-based artist, Jules Monson. And trust us, this one’s going to be worth the wait. An Artist’s Touch: Meet Jules Monson Jules Monson is a local artist who creates vibrant, captivating works that have been making waves in the Toronto art scene. Known for her colourful artwork and unique...

A few words on the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship 2024

A few words on the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship 2024

September 17, 2024

Starting today, 200 puzzle aficionados will gather in Valladolid, Spain, for the World Jigsaw Championship! This year’s championship features three competitive categories: Individual, Pairs, and Teams each with a grand prize of €1,000. The World Jigsaw Puzzle Federation has organized these annual competitions since 2019, attracting a wide swath of puzzle enthusiasts across the globe. This event was also significant since it was the first time a world ranking was available for jigsaw puzzle competitors.  Since its inception, all the events have been held in Valladolid, Spain however in 2020 and 2021 the event was cancelled due to COVID 19....

7 Tips to Become a Better Puzzler

7 Tips to Become a Better Puzzler

January 02, 2024

  Let me start off by confessing that I’m not a very fast jigsaw puzzle solver. I much prefer the meditative benefits that come from putting the right pieces of cardboard together. I pay attention to the quality of the pieces, the colour, and the story these images illustrate to the audience. One of the reasons why we pay attention to the small details here at Mango Puzzles. All this to say, I like to take my time and savour the experience. While 'practicing not doing' is one of our core philosophies, we also understand some people are competitive and...

Exercise your mind

Exercise your mind

December 12, 2023

Did you know that doing a puzzle is a workout for your brain? Completing a jigsaw puzzle isn't just fun and relaxing; it can also sharpen your mind, enabling you to function at your best. While society often emphasizes physical fitness, mental wellness is equally crucial. Numerous cognitive benefits have been linked to completing puzzles: Problem-Solving Skills: Jigsaw puzzles demand critical thinking and problem-solving as you figure out where each piece fits. Spatial Awareness: Working with the pieces enhances spatial reasoning, improving your ability to visualize and manipulate objects in space. Memory Improvement: Remembering shapes, colors, and patterns of pieces...