wooden puzzles

Thailand's Waraporn specializes in games and puzzles crafted of wood. Designed to hang on the tree, this set of three miniature wooden puzzles offer somethingmore, a gift and decoration all in one. The Snake Cube involves twisting the raintree and rubber wood colours on the petite cube until the image of a snake appears. The Falling Star puzzle is a three-dimensional Star of David. Its pieces must be perfectly positioned to lock into the star shape. Known in Europe and Asia since the 18th century, the classic six-piece Burr puzzle contains three sets of rod pairs, which need to intersect. Makes a great family gift or separate and give as stocking stuffers. Instructions included.

This delightful ornament set from Waraporn Khamsuk in Thailand consists of three real wooden puzzles. The small ornaments are crafted from raintree wood and rubberwood and hang from polyester ribbons. In addition to being unique holiday decor, the set makes a great stocking stuffer for the puzzle aficionado.

The perfect place for storing your keepsakes, this puzzle box is handcrafted of suar wood, depicting the face of Santa Claus. The puzzle box is designed with three removable pieces that open to reveal a simple interior. Bali's Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari presents this charming holiday accent.

United in one piece of Ishpingo wood, Joseph, Mary and Joseph are a beloved Holy Family. John Barrow creates the admirable sculpture with the illusion of a jigsaw puzzle that is rich with expressive artistry.

Working with ishpingo, caoba and cedarwoods, John Barrow in Peru creates this wonderful holiday accent. The pieces are cut individually, stained and carefully assembled for a puzzle-like look.