The Joy of Journaling Your Puzzle Progress

Do you remember the very first puzzle you completed as an adult? The colors, the challenge, the cozy feeling of clicking in that final piece? Now imagine if you had written it all down.

Journaling your puzzle progress isn’t just a cute hobby — it’s a meaningful way to reflect on your puzzle journey, track your favorites, and relive the joy again and again.

Why Keep a Puzzle Journal?

Reflect on the Experience

Each puzzle tells a story: how long it took, where you did it, what was happening in life at the time. A journal helps you preserve those memories.

Discover Your Puzzle Style

Do you prefer landscapes or illustrated scenes? 500 or 1000 pieces? Glossy or matte? By journaling, patterns will emerge — helping you choose your next puzzle more mindfully.

Rate & Review

Write short reviews: Was it fun? Was it frustrating? Would you recommend it? This is especially helpful if you lend or swap puzzles later.

Add Photos

Snap a pic of the completed puzzle and print it for your journal. Watching your collection grow is so satisfying!

What to Include in Your Puzzle Journal

You can keep it as simple or detailed as you like. Here are some ideas:

• Puzzle Name/Title

• Brand/Designer

• Number of Pieces

• Start & Finish Dates

• Difficulty (1–5 stars)

• What I Loved / What Was Tricky

• Where I Completed It

• Mood or Music During the Puzzle

• Would I Do It Again?

• Photo of the Finished Puzzle

How to Start

• Use a dedicated notebook, bullet journal, or printable log.

• Keep supplies nearby: pen, washi tape, mini photo printer if you like.

• Journal right after finishing each puzzle — when the feelings are fresh.

Bonus: Make It a Keepsake

Over time, your puzzle journal becomes a treasure. Flip through it like a scrapbook of calm moments, rainy afternoons, and little victories.

“A puzzle journal isn’t about perfection — it’s about presence.”