Friday, July 18, 2014

Making a Jigsaw Puzzle from a Photo, Misty My Dog

Misty Amongst Sensible Shoes

I've shown you our little blind, deaf, and elderly dog Misty in a previous post, but this photo looked like it would be a great jigsaw puzzle! Wouldn't that be a fun one?  Anyway, there's no place she would rather be than near me, and the next best thing is our shoes. Lots of good smellin' there, I guess.

Have you ever had a jigsaw puzzle made from a photo? Which company did you use? I see that Shutterfly will make puzzles from one's photo, but I want to make sure that if I spend the money to do this, the pieces are a good quality. Got any ideas?



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38 comments:

  1. eileeninmdJuly 18, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    Your shot of Misty is adorable. It would make a great puzzle.. Happy Friday!

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  2. LindaJuly 18, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    Aww...thanks for the smiles. I have never had anything made for a puzzle. Thanks for the visit. Blessings

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  3. TexWisGirlJuly 18, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    i used this company a few years ago for one of my pond photos. i was pleased with the 16x20 puzzle i ordered. it is a bit expensive, but i've fixed it several times. the pieces are good quality but they are thin - not like those thick old-time picture puzzles.

    http://www.jigsaw2order.com/

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  4. Cheryl July 18, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    No, I've never had a puzzle made. Your photo of Misty looks like it would be a great one! Hope you're able to get the info you need...

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  5. AnonymousJuly 18, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    I have never had a puzzle made from a photo. This is a precious picture of Misty.

    Truth be told, I've never worked on a jigsaw puzzle!

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  6. Maureen @ Josephina BallerinaJuly 18, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    Had a puzzle made a decade ago I guess. Used one of those online photo sharing sites. Can't remember which one it was. Snapfish maybe? Very disappointed. Pieces thin and cheap.

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  7. MadSnapperJuly 18, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    i said a big awwwwww when I saw this photo... it is just precious.. i have not tried the puzzle thing, so am no help...

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  8. Debby@Just BreatheJuly 18, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    That photo would make a great puzzle. I haven't had one made but I do like Shutterfly's products. I love the quality of Springbok puzzles which I usually buy. If TexWisGirl says she liked her's I would trust her opinion! Can't believe Blackberry Lane has never worked on one.....

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  9. CathyJuly 18, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    I love that photo and you are right, that would be an awesome puzzle. I have never had one made, so I am no help. Sorry.

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  10. StephanieJuly 18, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    Oh Judy, Misty is absolutely precious! This photo would make such a sweet puzzle!

    My husband and I had one made from one of our engagement pictures and we had it out at our reception for people to put together while we had our pictures taken. I can't remember who I went through (sorry about that), but it turned out nice and well-made.

    Enjoy your weekend!

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  11. Terri DJuly 18, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    I have never had one made, but your photo is perfect, and will be such a keepsake to treasure! I hope you find a good place to have it done.

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  12. SImple and Serene LivingJuly 18, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    What a great idea for your beautiful photo. I love jigsaw puzzles but have never had one made. xo Laura

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  13. RachelJuly 18, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Love that photo!! I've used Shutterfly for books and photos, and have never been disappointed. I bet their puzzles are good too!

    I hope you are doing great, sorry I haven't been around much lately!

    :)
    Rach

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  14. Hootin AnniJuly 18, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Actually, I've had one done for my nephew a while ago from a photo...and I used Walgreens. It was in expensive, very clear, and after he finished it we used the puzzle glue and he framed it.

    LOVE this dog...how precious.

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  15. Botanic BleuJuly 18, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    What a great idea to make a puzzle of your photo. Like others, I haven't ever had one made. So, no advice.

    Thanks for stopping by this morning and leaving a lovely comment. You are an early riser! Or an all-nighter! :)

    Judith

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  16. SusieJuly 18, 2014 at 5:50 PM

    Love that photo of your dog. Bless it's heart. It's funny you mention picture puzzles. We have a puzzle factory in our town and they make puzzles from photos. I have not had one done, but I sure thought it would make a nice Christmas gift, don't you think? Blessings for a great weekend, xoxo,Susie

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  17. camp and cottage livingJuly 18, 2014 at 6:20 PM

    It would make a darling puzzle, Judy! My MIL did one of a picture of our daughter as a child, she used Walmart.

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  18. Primitive StarsJuly 18, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Awww I love that picture of Misty, contentment, Blessings Francine.

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  19. Noelle the dreamerJuly 18, 2014 at 7:16 PM

    In answer to your question Judy, no I have never had a puzzle made before but this is such a wonderful shot, I would be sure to have it enlarged and framed!
    P.S. Misty knows whom she can trust!
    Blessings,

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  20. Farm GirlJuly 18, 2014 at 8:42 PM

    That is a lovely photo. What a good friend she is, I have never done made a puzzle but I have always thought about doing it.
    I hope you find a great company to do it for you. That is a really great idea.

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  21. podsoJuly 18, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    I haven't made a puzzle either but you are right, this would make a great one!

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  22. DonnaJuly 18, 2014 at 9:32 PM

    That would be a good puzzle! I've never tried out a photo puzzle service.

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  23. VeeJuly 19, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    I have used Shutterfly for other services...memorial cards for a funeral, photo printing, and albums. I have been happy with the results. This would make a wonderful puzzle.

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  24. eileeninmdJuly 19, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    Good Morning, Judy. thanks again for sharing your post with my critter party. I love your cute doggie.. Happy weekend!

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  25. carol l mckennaJuly 19, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Misty is so precious ~ Great shot and would definitely make a good puzzle photo or calendar shot or many more ideas ~ thanks, ^_^

    artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

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  26. tlcukjourneyJuly 19, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    It really would make a perfect puzzle... The puppy, carpet and shoes all in dark colors!!! I believe that snapfish.com also offers puzzles, I always order from them!
    I Hope you're well and I'm sorry I've not visited more often! I do think about you!
    Much love to you and I Hope you're having a fantastic weekend!
    Tammy x

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  27. ValerieJuly 19, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    Dear Judy,
    What a precious photo. That would make a fabulous puzzle. My 9 year old loves puzzles and collects them. He said he would definitely love a puzzle like this. ;) Misty looks like such a love. Blessings and Sunshine, Valerie

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  28. Carla from The RiverJuly 19, 2014 at 5:56 PM

    Hi,
    I love the photo. And I think it is a great idea.
    We use Snapfish and MPIX for our photo-books and prints. We have not had a puzzle made, but we are very happy with the work we have had done by both companies.

    :-)
    Carla

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  29. Mama HenJuly 19, 2014 at 8:09 PM

    That is a great picture to make a puzzle out of! That is a great idea! I think I am going to try it as well. I hope you find a good company!
    Have a great weekend!

    Mama Hen

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  30. Buttons ThoughtsJuly 20, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    That is a beautiful print to have as a puzzle. Hug B

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  31. LouisetteJuly 20, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    Very lovely dog your Misty.nice shot,Greeting from Belgium,Tomorrow it is National Day in Belgium

    http://louisette.eklablog.com




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  32. Nancy ShumanJuly 20, 2014 at 3:55 PM

    What a great puzzle this would make! I was once part of a group of ladies who got together every few weeks to work on puzzles (and talk), and we would have loved this.

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  33. RobinJuly 20, 2014 at 7:47 PM

    This picture is so adorable!!! It would be great as a puzzle.

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  34. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJuly 20, 2014 at 11:40 PM

    I never made a photo into a jig saw puzzle--that is a wonderful idea! Your dog looks happy resting by the shoe!

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  35. Margaret Birding For PleasureJuly 21, 2014 at 1:51 AM

    Misty is adorable and this shot would make a good jigsaw puzzle

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  36. Debby RayJuly 22, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    What a sweet picture of Misty! You are right, it would make a great puzzle. Do you have jig saw? Maybe you could make your own?

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  37. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartJuly 22, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    Oh, sweet Misty! She looks comfy in amongst your comfy shoes. I LOVE jigsaw puzzles and just removed one from my dining room table recently. It is a hummingbird that I have completed numerous times.

    The photo of Misty will make a delightful puzzle!

    Thanks for joining Perfectly Precious Pets :)

    Kindly,
    Lorraine

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  38. AnonymousJuly 26, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    That's a great idea, and you have a beautiful photo.

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