Puzzles unltd: Vintage & Modern Puzzles of Every Sort
This puzzle-themed photo, entitled "Breakthrough", was taken by Stefani L. of Meppen, Germany.
Showcasing Puzzles of Every Sort - New & Old - for Puzzle Lovers (Fanatics) & Collectors!
Find Puzzles and related Products and Resources. Connect and Interact with those who share in your love for Solving Puzzles - whatever form they take!
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
Customer Favorites:
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Approved Easy & Fun Variety Puzzles: Fun for the whole family ... 4 130-page issues plus 2 178-page jumbo issues.
Betty's Attic: "Where the Memories of Yesterday Live on Today" ... THE coolest site ... shots of nostalgia spanning a century ... collectibles and memorabilia galore ... TONS OF FUN!
Collector's Crosswords: 126 Sunday-paper size thematic puzzles ... 3 levels of difficulty.
Good Time Variety Puzzles: 10 issues including 2 jumbo issues.
Indigo Books & Music: No question ... A favorite - that is an understatement - Canadian destination for books, toys, gifts, entertainment, and electronics and much more ... they've been doing it for a good while and they just keep getting better.
KMart: Offering a wide range of merchandise from appliances, electronics, and toys to apparel, home decor, and sporting goods ... and much, much more. It would be hard for us to calculate the goods we've bought here over the years. Great stuff, great prices ... every once in a while the online customer service gets a bit flukey... What's neat ... they've still got their great layaway plan available online!
Kohl's: One amazing department store - if you put it in your home, on your body, or if it involves sports, play, or toys of any type, they've got it. (A hint ... if you are looking for counter or bar stools, this is probably the most extensive selection on the planet!)
Original Logic Problems: A selection of stimulating logic problems that will exercise your brain muscles - a great introduction to deductive reasoning! Several levels of difficulty ... 130 pages.
Penny's Favorite Fill-In: 162 pages of fill-in puzzles ... several levels of difficulty. This editor's favorite.
Sears: What started as your favorite catalog store has survived to become a giant retailer - 2,300 Sears branded and affiliated stores across the US and Canada - of all your "home, hearth, and garden needs" including apparel, appliances, tools, and automotive products. We may take them for granted, but there isn't much they don't have across all niches ... all displayed across an organized, easy to navigate site.
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
The National Observer Book of Crosswords #1: Published for more than 2 decades and a favorite with the crossword puzzle-solving crowd. You'll find a mixture of daily and Sunday-size crosswords ... just a treasure trove of puzzle pleasure (9 issues/1 year).
The New York Times Online Store: Great Gifts born from a legendary newspaper's archives. You'll be amazed at the possibilities here! Plan to spend the afternoon. The archives are just the beginning ... there's signed sports memorabilia, fine paintings, antiquarian books,, etc. The breadth and quality of inventory is stupefying!!
More Resources:
Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
Best Buy: A FAVORITE consumer electronics purveyor ... they've got just about every electronic and digital gadget imaginable ... and MUCH, MUCH MORE (It's more like "what don't they have" ... and you can even order online and pick up your purchases at the store - for free! They also have in-store repair services ... think "Geeks" ... and more. They've even got a "spare parts" store ... check that out at Spare Parts unltd.com. This company has figured out how to do a "whole lot right".
Cryptograms Special: Providing a regular dose of cryptograms for the cryptologist in you ... codes, crossword puzzles, and crypto-clans.
Dell Official Variety Puzzles: A smorgasbord of puzzles and word games ... all levels. 130 pages.
Dell Official Word Search: Word Search Puzzles across all topics. 130 pages.
Dell Original Sudoku: 180 puzzles ... 4 difficulty levels.
Dells Best Easy Fast 'n Fun Crossword: 100 puzzles ... 3 levels of difficulty ... 2 double issues per year.
Games Magazine: Celebrating the world of games, puzzles, and human ingenuity. Each issue includes dozens of crosswords and other challenging, innovative word and logic puzzles, plus reviews of new board games, card games, and video and computer games.
Logic Lover's Math & Logic Problems: Contains dozens of math puzzles and logic problems including Figure Logics, Cross Sums, Number Place, Word Arithmetic, and more.
Melissa & Doug: These guys are heroes when it comes to the design and manufacturing of quality toys for kids of all ages. They've been at it for over 25 years. You'll find 1,000s of well-designed quality toys that translate into hours ... years ... of fun and learning. At a minimum, you'll find games and toys ... including classic favorites, play food sets, arts & crafts projects & supplies, baby toys, etc, etc. What they also have that is very special and unique is a selection of Special Needs Toys ... toys that help children develop and gain control over their respective "exceptionalities" through PlAY. You'll find toys that specifically address: fine and gross motor skills; cognitive skills; speech, language, and oral motor skills; social, emotional, and life skills; sensory awareness issues; and even picky and finicky eating habits! Quality toys for fun and learning. A parent's dream come true. A big build-up ... but deserved.
Online Sports: Just a fun place to browse for anything and everything sports - gear and equipment, accessories, apparel, memorabilia, and gifts. You'll find something for the fan of ANY sport ... from sports themed home furnishings to sports gear to jewelry. Be forewarned ... the "search" function is not as efficient as it could be ... but they've got the stuff! Very, very cool!
Penny's Finest Good Time Word Seeks: A selection of both standard and variety word seeks. 2 editions of vowel word seeks.
Superb Word Find Bonus: 152 word finds including favorites such as Word Twists, Angle-Finds, Word-Squares, and Number-Finds.
Warner Bros Online Shop: The Official Store of Warner Bros Studios ... Just Too Cool. You'll Find, Not Only the Movies, But Collectibles, Clothing, Accessories, Costumes, Home Decor, and Toys & Games that Tie In with All Your Favorite Movies. Be Prepared to Spend Some Time Here.
