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Do you hear the word 'jigsaw' and roll your eyes? Does the thought of completing a 1000 piece puzzle fill you with horror? If so, you clearly haven't explored all the unique options out there. There are plenty of puzzles that are a lot more fun than piecing together that painting of a fruit bowl for the tenth time... 

Keep reading for three fun, unique alternatives to regular jigsaw puzzles. These puzzles make great gifts for kids, adults and teens, and there are plenty of different difficulty levels available. Puzzles are so universally appealing that buying wholesale wooden jigsaws can be a great way to get all your Christmas shopping done at once!

3D Wooden Brain Teaser Puzzles

These brain teasers are ideal for anyone who wants to test their logical thinking skills. You'll be given multiple different wooden pieces, along with an image of a 3D shape to build. It's your job to figure out how to slot the pieces together to create the shape, without altering any of the pieces in any way. Most kits contain multiple different puzzles which vary in difficulty, so they're a fun challenge to keep working on.

Mechanical Wooden Model Puzzles

Ever wish you could display an awesome completed puzzle? With mechanical wooden puzzles, you can. You'll work out how to slot together pieces to create a 3D model which can then be operated by turning a wheel or attaching a mechanical motor. It could be anything from an interesting arrangement of gears to a windmill, a Ferris wheel or even a merry-go-round. Finished puzzles can be painted to make them look even better. This is a great project for anyone who wants to spend time creating something unique that they can keep forever.

Wooden Balance Board Labyrinth Puzzles

Want an interactive puzzle that's fun to play with others? A wooden labyrinth balance board could be exactly what you're looking for. You'll place a small ball bearing in the starting position, then use two knobs to alter the balance of the board and move the ball. The aim of the game is to get to the end of the maze without your ball falling down any of the holes in the board. It's a great competitive game but also a fun solo challenge. Be prepared to seriously test your concentration.

Tired of regular wooden puzzles and want to try something a little more interesting? Check out the unique options described above.