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Have you ever thought of making your own jigsaw puzzle? You can start with any photograph you want and come out with an unusual gift or fun conversation piece.

  1. A4 or A3 is recommended. You can do this with a normal photocopier or go through a photo processing store for a glossier print.
    • When mounting your photo, consider using a piece of wood as a backer board to provide extra support and stability.
    • Cut the wood to ensure it fits the frame perfectly.
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  2. Make sure you get it corner to corner. A paper cutter can clean edges so they are aligned.
  3. It may be helpful for you to use a pencil to trace out shapes on the back of the puzzle before you begin cutting. You could do this freehand, or trace around jigsaw puzzle pieces from a commercial jigsaw puzzle.
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    What if I didn't want to use cardboard?
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    Without cardboard, the puzzle pieces won't stay in their correct shapes. You could use an alternate backing though, like cardstock, but it won't be as stiff.
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    How do I make it have a nice finish/surface?
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    Using clear glue can work, although it is sticky (you can spread it with a knife) or you can buy different types of glossy cover.
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    I don't have any cardboard, nor do I have anything stiff. Is there anything else I can use?
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    If you don't have anything stiff, try doing it on paper and then laminating it.
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Things You'll Need

  • Cardboard
  • Stanley or X-Acto knife
  • Photo
  • Acid-free Glue

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This article was co-authored by Diane Henkler. Diane Henkler is a Crafting and Home DIY Specialist based in Lexington, South Carolina. She is the owner and creator of InMyOwnStyle.com, a crafting, DIY, and home design blog. She started her blog in 2009, and has now been blogging about affordable decorating, creative DIYs, and lifestyle tips for 15 years. Her career background was in retail display curation, which led her into the world of DIY decorating and home design. In her blog, she features pieces on decorating inspiration, seasonal holiday decor projects, organization strategies, room makeover guides, painting tutorials, furniture restoration tips, and more. Diane’s blog demonstrates how decorating a home does not have to be hard, expensive or time consuming. Through her posts, she shares decorating advice, ideas, project how-to’s, and more, furthering her mission to help her readers create beautiful homes, especially on a budget. She also creates tutorials and educates followers on her social media crafting channels. This article has been viewed 151,694 times.
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