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How to Create a Puzzle With 26 Pieces

Puzzles are fun for family members of all ages. Toddlers love puzzles with large pieces, while older family members love puzzles that have hundreds or thousands of tiny pieces. Puzzle lovers of any age enjoy personalized puzzles. Creating a puzzle with a family picture or meaningful artwork is a great way to make a puzzle that appeals to all members of the family. Cutting the puzzle into 26 pieces will keep things tough enough for older family members while still allowing younger children to participate in the fun.

Things You'll Need

Cardboard
Heavy-duty scissors
Utility knife
Copy of a picture
Rubber cement

Instructions

- 1
  Decide how large the puzzle will be. Transfer the measurements to a flat piece of sturdy cardboard.
- 2
  Cut the cardboard to the appropriate size with heavy-duty scissors or a utility knife.
- 3
  Decide on the picture that you would like to put on the puzzle. Copy and enlarge a picture or artwork.
- 4
  Glue the picture copy to the cardboard with rubber cement. Allow the glue to cure completely before creating the puzzle pieces.
- 5
  Create a template of puzzle pieces. Use a piece of paper to trace out 26 puzzle pieces. Arrange the placement of the puzzle pieces until you are happy with the layout. Lightly trace the puzzle piece design on the top of the picture with a pencil.
- 6
  Cut out the puzzle pieces with a utility knife. Work carefully so you do not damage the puzzle as you work.

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