Repurposed Puzzle
Tools
Glue
Nails
Bench
Saw
Camera
Pencil
Medium
Discarded wood
Paper
Discovering Inspiration and Embracing Sustainability
One December day, I stumbled upon a wooden puzzle kiosk. There, a specific puzzle piqued my interest: the "CCO" puzzle. Intrigued, I decided to create my own, with a twist: using discarded wood, to reduce waste. Moreover, I lacked the know-how to operate the necessary machinery.
Brooklyn Craftsmanship Lessons to the Hunt for Discarded Wood in NYC
Fortunately, I discovered a workshop in Brooklyn where I received a crash course in using a saw bench to cut the wood into the required shapes. To source the discarded wood, I visited a municipal government-operated store in New York City.
The Rewarding Experience of Crafting a Sustainable Puzzle
The process of crafting this puzzle became an immensely rewarding experience. Witnessing an abstract idea evolve into a tangible reality fosters a deep sense of appreciation. This journey inevitably influences one's problem-solving approach and outlook on other ideas.
Curiosity Fulfilled
The pursuit of my initial curiosity, a self-imposed challenge, allowed me to channel my creativity. Ultimately, bringing the puzzle to life, from conception to the finished piece, proved to be a challenge well worth the effort.