Personalised Photo Jigsaw Gifts: A Christmas Puzzle the Whole Family Can Do
A personalised photo jigsaw is one of the few Christmas presents that gets the whole family round the same table, because everyone wants to see the picture come back together. Our personalised photo jigsaw range runs from a 24-piece round wooden puzzle for little ones to a 300-piece A3 challenge, with prices from £11.99, and each one is printed to order in our North Yorkshire workshop with your own photo.
How to choose the right personalised photo jigsaw
Two things decide whether a photo puzzle is a hit on Boxing Day: how many pieces it has, and which photo you put on it. Get those right and the size, material and finish are mostly down to taste.
Piece count: a rough guide by age
There's no strict rule, but as a starting point:
- Toddlers and preschoolers: 24 to 30 chunky pieces, ideally with their own face or name on so they can spot where bits go.
- Older children: 30 to 80 pieces keeps it fun without tears before bedtime.
- Mixed family groups: 75 to 120 pieces is a sweet spot for an afternoon where grandparents and kids work on it together.
- Keen puzzlers: 300 pieces gives a proper challenge that can stay out on the dining table over the holidays.
Picking a photo that works as a puzzle
The best jigsaw photos have lots of colour and detail spread across the whole picture. A beach day, a garden full of flowers or a busy family group all give puzzlers plenty to work with. Large areas of plain sky or a blank wall are much harder, because every piece looks the same. For smaller puzzles, a close-up face works brilliantly, since children love finding an eye or a smile. Whatever you choose, upload a clear, well-lit photo, because we print it exactly as it's uploaded.
Our personalised photo jigsaws, from smallest to biggest
Round wooden jigsaw in a presentation case, £16.99
The personalised round wooden jigsaw with your photo and a name in a presentation case is 17cm across with 24 sturdy MDF pieces. It comes in its own case, so it's ready to give and easy to store between goes. Personalisation tip: put faces in the middle of the photo, because a round puzzle crops the corners.
Kids jigsaw with name and photo, £11.99
For a first puzzle, the personalised 30 piece kids jigsaw with their name and photo is a handy 24 x 19cm, small enough for a tray or a little table. The cardboard pieces are printed by dye-sublimation in bright colour. Personalisation tip: a photo of the child with their pet or a favourite toy gives them something familiar to hunt for.
Wooden photo jigsaw, 30 or 120 pieces, from £16.99
The personalised wooden photo jigsaw puzzle with a message comes in two sizes: 30 pieces for kids at £16.99, or 120 pieces for older children and grown-ups at £22.99. It's printed on our UV printer with white ink for bright, sharp photos and a scratch-resistant finish. Personalisation tip: buy the 30-piece for the little ones and the 120-piece for the adults using the same photo, then race each other.
Heart magnetic jigsaw, £14.99
For couples, the personalised heart-shaped magnetic photo jigsaw with both your names has 75 magnetic pieces on a pearl white base, at 19 x 19cm. Because the pieces are magnetic, it can live on the fridge once it's finished. Personalisation tip: choose a photo where you're both close together and centred, so neither of you gets lost at the edge of the heart.
A4 photo jigsaw, 80 pieces, £14.99
The personalised A4 photo jigsaw with 80 pieces and your own message is our friendly all-rounder. It's enough of a challenge to keep everyone busy for a while, but small enough to finish on a coffee table. Personalisation tip: add a short message such as a place and year, which also gives puzzlers a helpful clue.
Photo card jigsaw, A4 or A3, from £14.99
The personalised photo card jigsaw with your picture and message comes in A4 at £14.99 or A3 at £19.99. It's a lovely way to share news, because the message only appears once the last pieces go in. Personalisation tip: keep it a secret until it's done, and use it for a birthday surprise or a family announcement.
A3 photo jigsaw, 300 pieces, pearl finish, £19.99
For the puzzle lover in the family, the personalised A3 300 piece photo jigsaw with a pearl finish is the one to wrap. The larger A3 size gives your photo room to shine, and 300 pieces makes for a satisfying holiday project. Personalisation tip: busy pictures make the best puzzles, so pick a wedding group, a scenic holiday view or a crowded family get-together.
Quick picks
- For a toddler: the round wooden jigsaw (£16.99) or the kids jigsaw (£11.99).
- For a couple: the heart magnetic jigsaw (£14.99).
- For the whole family: the 120-piece wooden jigsaw (£22.99) or the A4 80-piece (£14.99).
- For a big reveal: the photo card jigsaw (from £14.99).
- For a real challenge: the A3 300-piece pearl jigsaw (£19.99).
Tips for a jigsaw that gets done (and loved)
- Check your photo on a big screen first. If it looks blurry when zoomed in on a laptop, it'll look soft on a puzzle too.
- Match the puzzle to the person, not the box. A 300-piece jigsaw for a five-year-old ends in frustration; a 24-piece one for a puzzle fan is over in minutes.
- Think about where it'll be done. A4 and smaller suit a tray or coffee table; A3 needs a clear table.
- Make it a tradition. A new family photo jigsaw every Christmas builds into a lovely collection of years gone by.
Looking for more ideas beyond puzzles? Our guide to personalised photo gifts in the UK covers other ways to turn a picture into a present.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces should a personalised jigsaw have?
It depends on who's doing it. Our range goes from 24 pieces (round wooden) and 30 pieces (kids) up to 75, 80, 120 and 300 pieces, so you can match it to anyone from a toddler to a seasoned puzzler.
What kind of photo works best?
A clear, well-lit photo with plenty of colour and detail. We print your photo exactly as it's uploaded, so avoid blurry or very dark pictures.
Can I add a name or message?
Yes. Depending on the puzzle, you can add a name, both your names or a short message in the boxes above the Add to Basket button on the product page.
How quickly will it be sent?
Every jigsaw is printed to order in our North Yorkshire workshop with fast UK dispatch. Please check the dispatch information on the product page before you order.
Find your family's next favourite puzzle
Pick a photo that makes everyone smile, choose a piece count that suits them, and browse the full range of personalised photo jigsaws to find the right one for this Christmas.