Poppies, Isles of Shoals Jigsaw Puzzle

Garden Fresh Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi (also called German turnip or turnip cabbage), scientifically known as "Brassica oleracea", is a vegetable that belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. It be consumed raw or cooked. The flesh of kohlrabi is crisp and crunchy, with a mildly sweet and slightly peppery flavor. Both the bulb and the leaves are edible, and they have a taste similar to a combination of cabbage and broccoli. It is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and dietary fiber. It is also low in calories, making it a healthy addition to various dishes. Do you like kohlrabi? Have you ever had it? Solve this fun puzzle and let us know. Have fun!

Flavorful Quinces

The quince fruit, renowned for its robust aroma and tart flavor, is often utilized in various culinary applications. Typically harvested in the fall, the quince is known for its hard and astringent nature when fresh, but its true magic unfurls when transformed through cooking. Renowned for its versatility, the quince lends itself to various culinary creations. Commonly employed in jams, jellies, and preserves, it adds a distinct aromatic touch. When cooked, quince transforms into a rosy-hued, tender delight, making it a favorite for poaching, baking, and inclusion in desserts. Quinces are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin K, and B-complex vitamins, while also providing dietary fiber, potassium, copper, and trace amounts of iron.

The Concert

This beautiful puzzle is based on a oil on canvas painting by one of the greatest painters of the Dutch Golden Age, Gerrit van Honthorst (1592–1656) The painting was first mentioned in a 1632 inventory of one of the Prince of Orange’s palaces in The Hague. The painting depicts musicians playing their instruments at concert while following the instruction of their bandleader. The underling political message was that, like in music, in society harmony can be achieved when the guidance of the leader is followed.

View of Florence

Today's puzzle is based on "View of Florence", a painting by American artist Thomas Cole. The painting was completed in 1837 and it depicts a panoramic view of the city of Florence, Italy, with the Arno River flowing through the foreground and the city's iconic red-tiled rooftops and the famous Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio in the background. The painting is notable for its highly detailed and realistic depiction of the cityscape, as well as its use of light and color to create a sense of atmosphere and depth. Cole, who is best known for his landscape paintings of the American wilderness, created this painting while on a trip to Europe, where he was inspired by the rich history and culture of Italy.

Brightly Colored Balls

It's time for another fun and challenging puzzle. In this new one we feature some brightly colored plastic balls. Covered in different fun and colorful patterns the balls will prove a challenge to put back together. Give it a try!

Skating on the Frozen River

In today's puzzle we feature a winter scene from 17th century Netherlands. Based on a painting by the Dutch artist Adam van Bree, the image depicts people skating on the ice of a frozen river. The scene takes place on the Amstel River just south of Amsterdam.

The Poor Poet

Another art inspired puzzle is here. In this new one we feature "The Poor Poet" - the best known and most popular painting by German painter Carl Spitzweg. The painting was made in 1839 and had three versions. The alleged first version is privately owned and used to be on loan to the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg. The best known version is now in the Neue Pinakothek, Munich (the one featured in this puzzle). Another version was held in the National Gallery, Berlin. The one featured in this puzzle depicts a poet in his poor attic room. Spitzweg possibly borrowed his title from the drama by August von Kotzebue, The Poor Poet (1812).

Beehives Amidst Blossoming Fields

This new puzzle captures the serene charm of rural life, where nature's bounty thrives alongside human endeavor. In this picturesque scene, vibrant yellow rapeseed flowers sway gently in the breeze, painting the landscape with a cheerful hue. Against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, beehives stand as silent sentinels, their inhabitants diligently working to pollinate the blossoms and produce golden honey. Beekeeping, also known as apiculture, is an ancient practice dating back thousands of years. It involves the management of honey bee colonies housed in man-made structures called beehives. These hives provide a safe haven for bees to build their combs, store honey, and raise their young. Each hive typically consists of several components, including the outer shell, frames for the bees to build their combs, and an entrance for the bees to come and go. Beekeepers play a crucial role in tending to the hives, ensuring the health and productivity of the bee colonies. They monitor hive conditions, protect against pests and diseases, and harvest honey and beeswax. Bees are not only essential for honey production but also play a vital role in pollinating flowering plants, including many crops that humans rely on for food.

Watermelons

In today's puzzle we feature some large and juicy watermelons. Watermelons may exceed 60 cm in diameter. Their rind is mid to dark green and usually mottled or striped, and the flesh, containing numerous pips spread throughout the inside, can be red or pink, yellow, orange, green or white. Do you like watermelons? What is your favorite?

Beautiful Black Horse Grazing

Humans began domesticating horses around 4000 BC, and their domestication is believed to have been widespread by 3000 BC. Horses and humans interact in a wide variety of sport competitions and non-competitive recreational activities, as well as in working activities such as therapy, agriculture, and entertainment. For example, the beautiful black horse in today's puzzle takes children for rides and gets them used to interacting with animals.

White And Red Flamingo Flowers

Complete today's puzzle and put the white and red flamingo flowers back together. Also called tailflower, painter's palette, oilcloth flower, and laceleaf, these beautiful flowers are native to Colombia and Ecuador. Do to their large, heart shaped flowers they are grown as an ornamental plant all around the world.

Rough Tree Bark

In today's puzzle we feature a close-up of a tree's bark. If you didn't know, bark is the outermost layers of stems and roots of trees and other woody plants. Bark often gets rougher as the tree ages. One of the functions of bark is to protect the plant against damage from environmental factors.