I got this puzzle for crazy cheap. Are any pieces missing?

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  • @KarenPuzzles
    @KarenPuzzles  2 года назад +86

    Thank you to everyone for your continued support as I solve all of my fun little puzzles 🥰 Make sure to head over to patreon.com/karenpuzzles to see an exclusive video of me solving the Zodiac puzzle!

    • @davidrussell7193
      @davidrussell7193 2 года назад +1

      Good morning Mrs Karen puzzle.

    • @jmason1770
      @jmason1770 2 года назад

      Does patreon content have close captions for the hearing impaired? Also, I'm not familiar with how patreon content works (beside the membership level fee). Do have to download anything or have a specific type/version on some software? I'm interested but need more info. I would love to try solve that Octagon puzzle if in was in 300 piece count.

    • @TheDirge69
      @TheDirge69 2 года назад

      Octagon: I appreciate the time it took to shoot and edit this video. Kudos to you!

    • @joaniemeow
      @joaniemeow 2 года назад

      @@jmason1770 you can have access to the videos online on the patreon website or with the app, which I find more user friendly! You pay the monthly fee and it's done :)

    • @jmason1770
      @jmason1770 2 года назад

      @@joaniemeow Are English closed captions available? Is it easy to contact and get a response from Patreon customer services? Thank you.

  • @ARTSIEBECCA
    @ARTSIEBECCA 2 года назад +385

    One thing Karen does is educate me on the history and collectbility of puzzles. I had no idea there was niche for that. Cool.

    • @hushlander
      @hushlander 2 года назад +29

      Truly there is nothing more pleasant to me than watching someone geek out about their niche hobby. It reminds me how diverse we all are in our interests and is delightful

    • @shellyt556
      @shellyt556 2 года назад +7

      Why not? Art is collectible so why not puzzles. Especially rare puzzle that you can play with and solve.

    • @dhanymotion5964
      @dhanymotion5964 Год назад +1

      right

  • @barbarybcia
    @barbarybcia 2 года назад +157

    What an incredible find! It is amazing how shiny and bright the pieces of this octagon puzzle still are after 50 years!

  • @raptargh
    @raptargh 2 года назад +125

    It’s amazing how clean, bright and glossy it still is after all this time. So pleased for you that all the pieces were there.

  • @WolfLykaios
    @WolfLykaios 2 года назад +36

    This octagon puzzle was like a mandala, I felt so calm just watching it all go together.

  • @trulyintroverted
    @trulyintroverted 2 года назад +51

    This design of puzzle isn't really what I look for when I go puzzle shopping, but it's VERY difficult not to get excited when Karen gets excited for a octagon puzzle!

  • @joyceyoo
    @joyceyoo 2 года назад +53

    The same day you posted the video about bidding on and picking up this puzzle, I found it at a thrift store! I finished mine this week and I was so excited that it had all the pieces! I loved watching your solve because we had different approaches. You worked mostly from the center out, and I went mostly outside in. I sorted way more at the beginning, but it didn't end up being that helpful. By the way, beautiful timing of the music with the placement of the last piece - I got emotional! Also, octagon. :)

  • @eriwyn
    @eriwyn 2 года назад +45

    I would love to know if any of this person's (estate) family sees this video and realizes how much passion is involved in even one piece of their relative's collection. Thank You Karen for making such a beautiful video with the history and passion you have to share with us. LOVE this octogon puzzle!!!

    • @KittyxKult
      @KittyxKult 2 года назад +1

      I truly hope they do get to see how much it meant to a complete stranger, especially since their loved one clearly took very good care of this puzzle ❤️

  • @reneehebert6986
    @reneehebert6986 2 года назад +27

    I hope you don’t find this too morbid, but I genuinely hope that one day someone is as excited to find this octagon puzzle in your collection as you were.

    • @SilverFlame819
      @SilverFlame819 9 месяцев назад +3

      I always tell my family that when I die, they better give all my stuff to people who can actually use it, or really want it. I find it so stupid to hold onto things your loved ones had when they are things you don't like and will never use, just because they were THEIRS. Give it to someone who would be stoked to have it! (I also pick up tons of old books at thrift shops, and I love all the handwritten notes in the margins from previous owners. Not novels, but recipe books and such. I always just hope that if there is an afterlife, they'll be happy to know that someone else was excited to put those things to use!)

  • @redcaramel2222
    @redcaramel2222 2 года назад +51

    It's actually a fun challenge to buy vintage puzzles and see if there are missing pieces!

  • @dillonpark7262
    @dillonpark7262 2 года назад +16

    When I put together a vintage or pre-owned puzzle I don’t get too upset if a piece or two is missing. But I hate having a piece missing from a new puzzle!

  • @katam6471
    @katam6471 2 года назад +23

    The puzzle is beautiful. Glad no pieces are missing.

  • @yesterdaydream
    @yesterdaydream 2 года назад +9

    I don't know why, but watching you smooth your hands over the puzzle at the end is extra satisfying lol

  • @carolineturlington2335
    @carolineturlington2335 2 года назад +29

    Amazing that this octagon puzzle is complete and in such fabulous condition. You can really see how good the piece quality is from the close up shots. I’d love to try a springbok puzzle, but haven’t come across any in the uk yet😢❤

  • @MichaelMerino
    @MichaelMerino 2 года назад +15

    i can't believe what you did with that title. I was expecting such a different video than what it turned out to be. Great job keeping us hooked until the end looking for that missing piece.
    By the way, that animation of the puzzle tearing down and rebuilding followed by the octagon lid coming on top to complete the sequence, well done! It's little touches like that really add to the spice of the video.

  • @aartadventure
    @aartadventure 2 года назад +71

    That final montage stop motion was amazing. It must have taken forever to edit, but it looked cool as heck.
    And how amazing was the artist Claudia Carrel. I'm very glad you did a spotlight on her career and shared some of her other amazing art works with us.

  • @rebapuck5061
    @rebapuck5061 Год назад +1

    I'm happy to know I'm not the only one who likes to run my hands over a completed puzzle.

  • @LaurenFairwx
    @LaurenFairwx 2 года назад +6

    The way you filmed and edited this was really beautiful. So cool to hear about the history and your adventure in acquiring it! I’ve never done an octagon-shaped puzzle before and it was super interesting to see all of the interesting shapes of the pieces fit together.

  • @jenmckitrick
    @jenmckitrick 2 года назад +3

    That Prismatic octagon puzzle is just gorgeous. I love how the overlapping colors give the illusion of depth and transparency. It looks harder than you made it out to be, but I would definitely like to try it.

  • @shamancarmichael5305
    @shamancarmichael5305 Год назад +2

    Your close up photography of placing the pieces is so beautifully done! You can literally feel your enjoyment through the screen with each gentle placement! Kudos to your puzzling and your attention to photographic detail! 👍 Octagon

  • @hoppy6141
    @hoppy6141 2 года назад +3

    I love the end with the circular deconstruction-and rebuild! It’s gorgeous😻

  • @dhanymotion5964
    @dhanymotion5964 Год назад +1

    creative, I as a puzzle maker, always admire every time you make a new video

  • @matildanorberg
    @matildanorberg 2 года назад +7

    I loved watching this video, so satisfying with all the different clips showing of the puzzle and puzzling ❤ And the “do you now…” parts made it feel like a lazy Sunday afternoon just puzzling away with a friend and talking about the best thing ever -puzzles 🥰

  • @yetiyarnworks6578
    @yetiyarnworks6578 2 года назад +1

    Someone in my puzzle group on Facebook just posted a vintage Springbok octagon puzzle of baskets of fruit. I was very intrigued, then saw this video and became moreso. I want an octagon puzzle so bad now lol.

  • @miak3217
    @miak3217 2 года назад +8

    How you figure things out and finish it relatively fast, is amazing. If I had the chance, I probably do this one for whole week 😅 I like the cutting of this puzzle pieces, very challenging and definitely not boring.

  • @linnoff
    @linnoff 2 года назад +2

    The pieces have such a beautiful glossy finish, maybe a bit tricky when solving, but great to look at. And the cardboard looks delightful, thick and sturdy.

  • @SienAppelsien
    @SienAppelsien 2 года назад +13

    As someone who only joined the channel recently, I would love to see a summary of your 5 star puzzles at the end of the year!

    • @KarenPuzzles
      @KarenPuzzles  2 года назад +5

      I'm definitely planning to do that, but I also revealed them all in my video from a few weeks ago about burnout.

  • @MSTARGAZER2
    @MSTARGAZER2 2 года назад +2

    Octagon! How wonderful that there were no missing pieces! 😆and I agree with you that the lady who owned the puzzles was very careful with them - Thank you, Puzzle Lady, whoever you are! 😊

  • @Jaqhnun
    @Jaqhnun 2 года назад +2

    I love watching you put together this octagon puzzle! The colors and pattern are so cheerful and I’m really impressed at how good a condition the puzzle is in considering its age. It was so interesting to learn a bit more about the artist behind the original painting too!

  • @szotyi9
    @szotyi9 2 года назад +3

    It might be nerdy to watch you channel but I'm learning so much from you about puzzles and the whole hobby, it's incredible. I'm a casual puzzler and I'm living the dream viciously through your videos 😂

  • @rose864
    @rose864 2 года назад +6

    Amazing art! Solving this kind of old, beautiful puzzle would be so much fun... I like to paint, and just this week i saw this octagon shaped canvas in a store... this is giving me ideas

  • @cutestephie1313
    @cutestephie1313 2 года назад +4

    Springbok puzzles are from a different league. So beautiful 😍.
    Also loved the new angle you used to film. 🥰

  • @jeri8046
    @jeri8046 2 года назад +3

    Fun puzzle to watch being solved as well as the added mini drama of it being intact.

  • @lauriestark2282
    @lauriestark2282 2 года назад +8

    I love this puzzle! The colours are so bright and fun and I totally agree with you, it looks so modern even if it was made 50 years ago! I thought the same thing when you spoke about the artist' show in the 1960s for her pop-art work, the fashion must have been crazy and I would have loved to see what the whole event looked like! I'm looking forward to the sorts for the butterfly puzzle, another pretty one!

  • @CorinaBarker
    @CorinaBarker 2 года назад

    I wouldn’t make this puzzle because it will try to twist my eyes all the time. You have the fun and let me have the enjoyment of seeing you puzzling that one. Happy weekend!

  • @zoemarie9778
    @zoemarie9778 Год назад

    (octagon!) I don't even puzzle much but this got me mega emotional lol. I'm so glad it came to you pls never sell this puzzle, you look so happy 💓

  • @Sarahr98998
    @Sarahr98998 2 года назад +1

    Oh my gosh, this puzzle is from Enfield, CT! I grew up in Somers, CT which is literally the next town over.

  • @PokhrajRoy.
    @PokhrajRoy. 2 года назад +5

    I couldn’t comment on the previous video but I thought it was awesome! The Estate Sale was a revelation.

  • @AdwinLauYuTan
    @AdwinLauYuTan 2 года назад +2

    I do wish that more of these fun-shaped puzzles were out in the market. I’d be hard-pressed to find a newly-released *octagon* puzzle today.

  • @arioctober
    @arioctober 9 месяцев назад

    Having finally experienced a vintage Springbok for myself makes this video even more satisfying. Their thick pieces are so satisfying to put together!! They are kindof hard to take back apart though, mine came with clumps still assembled too and I kinda understand why 😂 i think i would try an octagon puzzle but this design might be a little too out of my league at the moment 😅🧩

  • @juliec9476
    @juliec9476 2 года назад +2

    Octagon. I watched from Queensland Australia. Thank you for inspiring me to puzzle again. I work in a high stress environment so my puzzling is my down time. Thank you Karen

  • @ZxqamF
    @ZxqamF 2 года назад

    My five-year-old son wanted to let you know that he thinks you do a very good job on these puzzles. He loves your videos!

  • @salishseaquest7952
    @salishseaquest7952 Год назад

    This Octagon Puzzle was fascinating. I had the sense when you opened the box and there were still sections put together that the first person to work it, worked it only once and lovingly put it away. The quality of the pieces and the lack of wear on the pieces seem to confirm my sense. As a child in the 1960s, I used to do many Springbok circular puzzles -- but I did them many, many times and the pieces showed it.

  • @lukesmithkaz
    @lukesmithkaz 2 года назад +1

    Hey Karen! I used to love your DIY videos. Have you ever thought about doing a DIY video on here with ideas to fix up/reinforce an old or ripped puzzle box, or even make one of your own? Would love to see it! Keep puzzling!

  • @bwithrenata
    @bwithrenata Год назад

    It's amazing that you love so much puzzling to search it so much. I never seen that before.

  • @simplyamazing11
    @simplyamazing11 7 месяцев назад

    I wish I had this Octagon puzzle! So beautiful! ❤

  • @torimeku
    @torimeku 2 года назад +3

    I would LOVE to try any of these puzzles. I haven't had a pleasure of doing a Springbok puzzle yet, as they are not as common in the UK, but they look beautiful. The OCTAGON shape is so fun! Heading to Patreon now to see the other video :D

  • @DieAlteistwiederda
    @DieAlteistwiederda 2 года назад

    I really enjoy this kind of design because it plays tricks on my eyes but not in the way where my eyes hurt. I also love the colors.

  • @bethm8593
    @bethm8593 Год назад

    This puzzle assembling is so satisfying to watch! I love the red back, the colorful painting and the funky octagon shape. Great find, Karen!

  • @AshLamAllstar
    @AshLamAllstar Год назад +1

    That octagon puzzle is amazing. So glad you own it now, and I'm sure the previous owner would be proud!

  • @Roy-G-Biv
    @Roy-G-Biv 2 года назад

    Love the 70’s vibe music…..very doctors waiting room sounds.

  • @emjkb
    @emjkb 2 года назад +8

    What if your estate sale was Claudia’s house?? I had that idea when you were talking about her. She’d be so proud to see how much you loved her work and how highly you rated it. I know that’s a lot about Springbok, but it’s also about the artwork itself! How many other octagon puzzles are out there? Is that what Claudia did primarily when it came to puzzles?

    • @KarenPuzzles
      @KarenPuzzles  2 года назад +6

      I actually know the name of the woman who lived there, so it's definitely not Claudia, but maybe they knew each other? Or maybe she was just a big fan of pop art puzzles.

  • @kathiegemmell7319
    @kathiegemmell7319 2 года назад

    Wonderful filming on such a beautiful puzzle!

  • @RaijaAlatalo
    @RaijaAlatalo 2 года назад +5

    Your videos are sooo relaxing!

    • @KarenPuzzles
      @KarenPuzzles  2 года назад +1

      I thought this one was especially relaxing! It's such a pretty puzzle.

  • @tamarapeterson1844
    @tamarapeterson1844 Год назад

    I have the springbok puzzle "riders in the woods" hard to find. Putting it together this winter. I also have a vintage puzzle from the 30's that slide together..it was my grandparents

  • @auntiesash
    @auntiesash 2 года назад +4

    This looks like a fun puzzle. So glad you captured this Octagon treasure. (A little shaken when you said it was 50 years old, but yeah. math.)

  • @miriam4235
    @miriam4235 2 года назад

    It's a gorgeous puzzle in all its 'octagon' glory. 😊

  • @azlinothman9795
    @azlinothman9795 2 года назад

    I love puzzle. But we dont have a vintage puzzle here. That look stunning.

  • @revkgh
    @revkgh Год назад

    Loved watching you solve this OCTAGON puzzle. I am going to have to purchase a puzzle table with a cover so I can resume solving puzzles. It is just too hard to do with inquisitive kitkats!
    Love your 💗💓💗 of puzzles!

  • @juno5756
    @juno5756 2 года назад

    this is probably my favorite video of yours that i've watched so far :D your excitement for the puzzle is contagious, and it was nice to see you go at a relaxed pace and have fun with it!

  • @charlarp
    @charlarp 2 года назад

    I luv all the different shapes and sizes of the pieces ❤😊

  • @evamaynard3021
    @evamaynard3021 2 года назад +1

    I love watching you do puzzlez!!!

  • @tanderson9115
    @tanderson9115 6 месяцев назад

    Loved the backstory and watching you work your magic. Octagon. ❤

  • @VermilionNovak
    @VermilionNovak Год назад

    You are so smart about your techniques, I ordered some puzzles that are arriving today and I’m so excited to try some of the tricks I’ve picked up, I haven’t done a puzzle in around 10 years probably! Unless you count the baby wooden puzzles 😋

  • @taylorharvey3980
    @taylorharvey3980 2 года назад +3

    I'd love you to write a book about puzzle history! Something like the book about the anvils your family published i love those kinds of deeps dives they're so good

    • @GuyWithTheDogs
      @GuyWithTheDogs 2 года назад

      The Jigsaw Puzzle: Piecing Together a History, by Anne D. Williams

  • @drskelebone
    @drskelebone 2 года назад

    She really loved eight-fold circular symmetry. :D
    She just was all about that Octagon Life. :)

  • @LionHeart17Q
    @LionHeart17Q 2 года назад +2

    What a beautiful puzzle! LOVE the Octagon shape! I don’t think I’ve tackled any other shape than quadrangle! 🤷🏼‍♀️
    Bucket list: try a puzzle that’s in a different shape!! 🔥

  • @ktrmeadow
    @ktrmeadow 2 года назад

    Just perfect puzzling. Gorgeous graphics and the music in the edit is very soothing. Fantastic octagon!

  • @tcaabr
    @tcaabr 2 года назад

    The time lapse of you taking apart the OCTAGON was great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @KateMedland
    @KateMedland 2 года назад

    Bright, beautiful puzzle! Perfect music choices too. Really enjoyed this.

  • @N8TheGr8001
    @N8TheGr8001 2 года назад

    That Prismatic Octagon Puzzle is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen! I just finished the Cloudberries Zodiac puzzle that is similar to the one at the end if this video you solved on Patreon! Just the quality of those pieces, fitting I to place.....that's next level! Great video!

  • @C-Iris
    @C-Iris Год назад

    This is a beautiful octagon puzzle!! The design and the colors are amazing 🤩

  • @courtneykappel370
    @courtneykappel370 2 года назад

    The effort that went into manufacturing an octagon shaped box is neat. I can’t see a puzzle company doing they today.

  • @lauraverducci6560
    @lauraverducci6560 2 года назад +2

    Ciao Karen, scusami: sono italiana e non parlo molto bene l'inglese. Mi piacciono molto i tuoi video e adoro fare puzzle! Quando apro le scatole e trovo piccoli pezzi uniti, li lascio così perchè hanno ancora la carta dietro che li tiene assieme e mi dispiace separarli!
    Grazie per i tuoi sorrisi e la tua felicità!
    Buon divertimento!
    Hi Karen, sorry: I'm italian and I don't speak english very well. I like your videos too much and I like to do puzzles too.
    When I open the puzzle box and I find a little pieces with bonds, I cannot broke the paper on their back and so I leave them attached!
    Thanks for you smile and your happiness.
    Enjoy your puzzles!
    Sorry to everyone for my wrong english!
    Bye bye!
    Laura

    • @KarenPuzzles
      @KarenPuzzles  2 года назад +1

      Your English is great! Thank you for your nice comment!

  • @amydixon9982
    @amydixon9982 2 года назад

    It’s a gorgeous puzzle, really bright and I love the OCTAGON shape! I was on the edge of my seat when you got down to the last dozen pieces!

  • @andrewsasala6841
    @andrewsasala6841 2 года назад

    Such a beautiful puzzle to see put together, same for the one you posted on your patreon which I just signed up for a couple days ago, I’m happy you are having fun with these vintage puzzles!

  • @floraccoon
    @floraccoon Год назад

    Puzzle solving is such a big interest of mine but my area of interest is mostly cube-type puzzles... but your channel is making me consider expanding my puzzle preferences 👀

  • @tonyalee0207
    @tonyalee0207 2 года назад

    Octagon. I love the intense music towards them of you finishing the puzzle 😂😂

  • @adam-l74
    @adam-l74 2 года назад

    Omg! 🎉 I was so happy to see those last pieces go in!!

  • @richarddoan9172
    @richarddoan9172 2 года назад

    I also like the deep red color on the back of the puzzle. The jumble of pieces with the mix of front and back sides looks really nice. The deep red isn't in the front design (I think) but complements the orange, red, and purple. Very thoughtful.

  • @washingtonlue
    @washingtonlue 2 года назад

    Octagon, that looks like fun. I’m more into food related puzzles but love to give it a go

  • @vegemitegirl1971
    @vegemitegirl1971 2 года назад

    I would definitely try all those octagon puzzles. I won't finish it as fast as you as I often babysit my grandkids, and yes, I have got Miss4 her own Princess and Castle puzzle which she loves doing

  • @taylorharvey3980
    @taylorharvey3980 2 года назад

    I love your shirt! Everytime I see you post I feel so safe and happy!

  • @MeriaDuck
    @MeriaDuck 2 года назад

    That puzzle has the most funky piece shapes 😍 your choice of music was great for that, nice watching this on a Friday evening 🎧🎶
    Love octagons!

  • @sophieamarant1536
    @sophieamarant1536 2 года назад

    I loved this video. I’m addicted to anything mandalas.

  • @johnmay256
    @johnmay256 2 года назад

    Great video and amazing OCTAGON puzzle, love the artwork on this one. This video along with the other full estate sale one have been a super fun journey to watch Karen, great stuff 🙂

  • @saskiapanter
    @saskiapanter 2 года назад

    Octagon. Wonderful puzzle. I just enjoy these video's so much where your actually solving the puzzles. I would love to do them myself, but my kittycat won't leave the pieces alone😂🤣

  • @dawnchesbro4189
    @dawnchesbro4189 2 года назад

    Such a fabulous octagon puzzle! The color and pattern makes my eyes go wonky, so I wouldn't challenge myself to solving it.

  • @danacarlson6425
    @danacarlson6425 2 года назад +1

    Some of those octagon puzzles are really beautiful... might need to hunt a couple down!

  • @TheProfPudding
    @TheProfPudding 2 года назад

    Octagon! Love this chill puzzle video

  • @MrOnionRing
    @MrOnionRing 2 года назад

    Wow this is an exceptional puzzle!!! Amazing find! Keep slaying those puzzles queen!

  • @kayteesmiles2254
    @kayteesmiles2254 2 года назад

    I didn't know they made those in Enfield! that's where I love but it may explain why I see springbok a lot at thr thrift shops in the area

  • @cawareyoudoin7379
    @cawareyoudoin7379 Год назад

    Yardsale puzzles are always a bit of a gambit. Most of them are missing at least one or two pieces, so such an unique puzzle being complete is very satisfying! 🛑

  • @SilverFlame819
    @SilverFlame819 9 месяцев назад

    My old neighbor was a puzzler, and after completing every puzzle, all the pieces went back into the box in a gallon-sized ziploc bag, to make sure none ever went missing. :)

  • @Jonescan55
    @Jonescan55 2 года назад

    I’ve just finished a europuzzles, Lady of Shalott jigsaw. Very dark shadows. Black boat. Truly random cut pieces. 1000 pce. A real challenge for any puzzler!

  • @wwaxwork
    @wwaxwork 2 года назад

    I wonder what the person who had owned these puzzles would think, knowing how much you enjoyed the puzzle and you sharing it with us. I be they would have been stoked.

  • @omiai
    @omiai 2 года назад

    i want that butterfly one so badly! it's just soooo pretty!

  • @tootnpoot
    @tootnpoot 2 года назад +2

    ...the Springbok P.O. box is in Enfield, CT?!?! I live very close to there... I'm curious as to why since according to their website, in 1967 Springbok was acquired by Hallmark, which headquartered in Missouri. I will keep researching lol

  • @qdm44
    @qdm44 2 года назад +1

    I was not surprised that all of the octagon puzzle pieces were there. It belonged to a connoisseur :)

  • @nenochis123
    @nenochis123 2 года назад

    Omg! Those shapes 😍 I’m in love with all the pieces hehe