So Allan Brailsford developed this jigsaw puzzle easel to solve the problem. This jigsaw puzzle accessory can be laid flat on a table and then in a matter of seconds adjusted to the right angle that is the most comfortable for you to work on. The large light-weight Puzzle Board, which is suitable for puzzles up to 1000 pieces (please note not all 1000 pieces puzzle are the same size so please make sure your puzzle is no larger then 76cm x 54cm) The board is extremely strong but incredibly light and easy to carry and store. The surface has a raised edge to prevent lost pieces, so when you finish your puzzling session you can simply store the whole board safely away, underneath a chair or on top of a cupboard ready to bring out on the next occasion. The nice thing about this jigsaw puzzle easel is that I can use it even after I get out of this darn chair. You need to be aware that you’ll need a puzzle board to place on your jigsaw puzzle easel, as you can’t work a puzzle directly on the easel itself.

However, a few months ago I fell and broke my leg in two places and I have to say it’s been really difficult to find a comfortable place to work on my puzzles. All in All I think that the Jigeasel – Jigsaw Puzzle Board does what it was designed to do, which is make it more comfortable for anyone who spends hours working on jigsaw puzzles. I’m an artist so I can totally relate to working on a Jigsaw Puzzle Easel. I couldn’t imagine trying to work on one of my paintings if it was laying flat on a table. I think it would be so uncomfortable. I have a LapGear XL Laptop LapDesk that works awesome for working on laptop but it doesn’t work very well when working on a puzzle.This standard Portapuzzle 1000 is suitable for most standard 1000-piece puzzles (68 x 49 cm approximately). And really that is what I need to sink my teeth into. A 1000 – 1500 piece puzzle would be perfect to get my mind off of not being able to go outside especially now since the weather is getting warmer. For the past two months I’ve been confined to my bed or to a medic reclining chair. All this has made it truly difficult to do anything that i normally like to do. Bestselling puzzle brand worldwide - With over 1 billion puzzles sold, our jigsaw puzzles make ideal gifts for women, great gifts for men. #Positivelypuzzling - From fun family times together to long term health benefits and day-to-day mindful moments, there are so many positives about the humble Jigsaw! They make a great birthday gift or smashing Christmas gift Article number:

When I’m tired of working on it I can just get someone to move it to the side or put it on the table. I’ve been thinking of getting of a LapGear MyDesk as it’s flat and would be great for drawing and it would be ok for a small puzzles but not but not anything like a 500 or 1500 piece puzzle.

Conclusion

If you are planning on buying the Jigsaw Puzzle Easel as a gift for an avid puzzler. Then you might consider pairing the easel up with a puzzle board and a great puzzle. Light bulb AH HA moment! I need an easel like the one I use for painting or drawing. That would be ideal! So, for me I think it’s a great buy. Besides once I’m up and able to move around I can still use it for working on my jigsaw puzzles and make my hobby a whole lot more enjoyable. Not only that, we all know how difficult it is to discern the details on a jigsaw puzzle piece because it’s hard to see them properly unless you stand up and look down at the pieces.

The same goes for working on a puzzle, this Jigeasel would make working on a jigsaw puzzle way more comfortable. It is a simple solution, however, if you are handy or have a handyman around this jigsaw puzzle easel could easily be made. According to Jigthings the Jigeasel was designed by Alan Brailsford an English craftsman ideally for making working on jigsaw puzzle more comfortable for the puzzler while sitting at the table.

He recognized that one of the main problems when working on a jigsaw puzzle on a flat surface like a table is that it is sometimes difficult to reach all the individual pieces. However, if I can put a couple pillows on my lap I could easily place the easel on pillows on my lap and still be able to work on a puzzle. The easel can be folded flat for easy storage and comes in a box with a carry handle for easy transportation. The Puzzle Board Easel helps you to build puzzles with ease(l). With enough space to build a 1000 piece puzzle the puzzling surface features a high-quality velour finish, holding puzzle pieces in place and preventing them from falling. Crafted from high-quality beechwood, Puzzle Board works like an artist’s easel, allowing you to tilt and raise the puzzling surface, meaning that you can reach the top corners and edges of your puzzle without straining. Choose from 3 different tilt settings, whilst the 4th setting (almost vertical), allows you to display your finished puzzle with pride. Lightweight design folds flat to allow for transportation and easy storage. The Item measures 75 x 53 x 6cm. Part of Ravensburger’s range of puzzle accessories. The Puzzle Board & A2 easel are essential accessories for jigsaw puzzle fans and along with a favorite themed jigsaw puzzle, the ideal gift for everyone both young and old.