JP3003181U - Jigsaw puzzle - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Purpose] To provide a jigsaw puzzle where you can enjoy not only the act of completing a puzzle, but also the photos and pictures that became the subject of the puzzle. [Structure] A jigsaw puzzle contains photographs, pictures or characters that reflect the unique personality of a particular individual or group. Also, a calendar or title may be displayed.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Industrial applications]

 The present invention relates to a jigsaw puzzle. More specifically, it relates to jigsaw puzzles where you can not only complete the puzzle, but also enjoy the works that consist of photographs and pictures expressed in the puzzle.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 Conventionally, jigsaw puzzles have been widely used as playground equipment for infants and children, or as a target for hobbies (hobbies) of a wide age range from children to adults. Jigsaw puzzles as playground equipment are generally based on characters such as Snoopy and Mickey Mouse, and fairy tales such as Momotaro and Ikkyu. Jigsaw puzzles, which are the subject of hobbies, are based on photographs of natural scenery such as mountains and lakes, nightscapes of the city, or paintings and posters by famous painters.

[0003]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 However, conventional jigsaw puzzles, while adopting familiar subjects familiar to many people, do not have any direct ties or relationships with the puzzle player, or are dilute. Is. Therefore, while the act of completing the puzzle itself can be enjoyed, it was not possible to enjoy it while evoking a strong sense of intimacy in the subject matter, such as the picture or picture itself, and making it feel familiar.

In view of the above circumstances, the present invention aims to provide a jigsaw puzzle that allows not only the act of completing a puzzle but also the photographs and pictures that are the subject of the puzzle to be enjoyed and enjoyed. To aim.

[0005]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 The jigsaw puzzle of the present invention is characterized by representing works such as photographs, pictures or characters that reflect the unique personality of individuals or groups. The works include family photographs, commemorative photographs, photographs of pets, and paintings and books written by the person. In the present invention, a calendar may be displayed around the work consisting of the photo, picture or character, and a title or comment may be printed in or around the picture, picture or character.

[0006]

[Action]

 The jigsaw puzzle of the present invention represents works such as photographs and drawings that reflect the personality that belongs to only a specific individual or group, so-called personality. Therefore, it is possible to enjoy not only the act of completing the puzzle but also the photographs and pictures printed on the puzzle with a strong sense of excitement and familiarity. Then, if you make a puzzle with more than one person, you will be able to create a flower in your memory.

[0007]

【Example】

 Next, the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 is an explanatory view of an embodiment of the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is an illustration of another embodiment of the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention. For the sake of clarity, the boundaries between the jigsaw puzzle pieces are drawn with thin lines in FIG. 1 and omitted in FIG.

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, a family photograph is the subject of a jigsaw puzzle. The feature of the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention is that a jigsaw puzzle is a work consisting of a photograph, a picture, or a letter that should be commemorated by a specific individual or group, such as a family photograph. Therefore, the feature of the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention is that it reflects a unique personality belonging to only a specific individual or group, that is, a so-called personality.

Specific examples of such materials include photographs of entrance ceremony, graduation ceremony, entrance ceremony, wedding, etc., in addition to the family photographs mentioned above, the fifth anniversary of marriage, the 50th anniversary of the company's founding, or the victory of a baseball tournament. You can give a commemorative photo. It can also be a picture of your child, a pet, or a winning flag. In addition to photographs, jigsaw puzzles can be used as a jigsaw puzzle for a work (painting) or a selection of calligraphy, and any subject can be used as long as it reflects the above-mentioned personality. Therefore, for example, a representative material is a jigsaw puzzle paper (material) that the orderer provides with a picture drawn on it and die-cuts it into a jigsaw puzzle. And such paintings drawn by the person himself are also useful as educational materials for kindergartens and elementary schools.

The jigsaw puzzle of the present invention is made by using the above-mentioned works such as photographs and drawings (provided by a specific individual or group who is the orderer) as the material of the jigsaw puzzle, such as paper, wood, pottery, plastic, and metal plates. They may be printed on glass, glass, Styrofoam, etc., or they may be provided directly with these materials. Then, if necessary, the surface is film-laminated to protect the surface of the painting, etc., and then die-cutting is completed to complete the jigsaw puzzle. Alternatively, instead of die cutting, individual pieces may be molded to complete a jigsaw puzzle.

Generally, when the material is paper, wood, or a metal plate, a piece is prepared by die cutting, and when the material is pottery, metal, or plastic, either die cutting or molding may be used. The material of the piece is not particularly limited, and any material can be used. Furthermore, the method for producing the piece is not particularly limited to the above. For the die cutting, a known die cutting machine used for producing a conventional jigsaw puzzle can be adopted, and a known method can be appropriately used for molding.

Further, the shape and number of puzzle pieces are not particularly limited in the present invention, and an appropriate shape and number may be adopted. Further, the shape of the entire jigsaw puzzle is not particularly limited in the present invention, and any shape other than the rectangle shown in FIG. 1, such as a square, a circle, a pentagon, a heart, and a rhombus can be adopted.

FIG. 2 shows another embodiment of the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention. Figure 2 shows a jigsaw puzzle of a memorial photo of a baseball tournament. A blank space 1 is provided around the photo, and a calendar 2 is printed on the blank space 1. A commemorative photo title 3 is also printed in the margin 1. The title 3 may be appropriately selected according to the photograph or the picture, and further, a comment (not shown) regarding the photograph or the picture may be entered if desired. The calendar or title printed in the margin may be a jigsaw puzzle, or a white background instead of a jigsaw puzzle. Note that the above-mentioned title and comment may be put in a picture or a picture instead of the blank space.

Further, it is preferable to provide a surrounding frame around the jigsaw puzzle A and a bottom plate for supporting each puzzle piece because it is possible to prevent the puzzle pieces from being scattered. The frame and bottom plate may be made of the same material as the puzzle piece, or may be made of different materials. Then, articles such as calendar 2 and title 3 may be displayed in the frame.

[0015]

[Effect of device]

 According to the jigsaw puzzle of the present invention, works such as photographs and drawings that reflect so-called personality are represented, so not only the act of completing the puzzle but also the photos and drawings printed on the puzzle can be enjoyed. Or you can indulge in sentiment. The conversation can be stimulated through photos and pictures, and you can have a good time.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of an embodiment of a jigsaw puzzle A of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is an explanatory view of another embodiment of the jigsaw puzzle A of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 margin part 2 calendar 3
Title A jigsaw puzzle

Claims (3)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A jigsaw puzzle in which a work such as a photograph, a picture, or a character in which a unique personality belonging to an individual or a group is reflected is displayed. 2. A jigsaw puzzle according to claim 1, further comprising a calendar around the work consisting of the photograph, picture or character. 3. The jigsaw puzzle according to claim 1, wherein a title or comment is further displayed in or around the work consisting of the photograph, picture or character.