This puzzle is the first of its kind

Key Concepts:

• Jigsaw puzzle design and construction
• Edge piece puzzles
• DIY furniture modification (dining table)
• Kiwi Co subscription boxes
• Product development and sales
• Problem-solving strategies in puzzle assembly

Dining Table Restoration and Modification

The video begins with the creator discussing their self-made dining table, designed specifically for jigsaw puzzles. The table has a tambour top that can be retracted to save space. Two issues are identified: the lack of proper sanding and a top coat, and the need for improvements to the internal mechanism.

• Problem 1: Surface Finishing: The table lacks proper sanding and a top coat.
• Problem 2: Internal Mechanism: The tambour mechanism uses two sets of sprockets and a bike chain, which is deemed overly complex, heavy, and prone to misalignment. The creator decides to remove one set of sprockets and the connecting bike chain to simplify the mechanism.
• Process:
  1. The creator disassembles part of the table to access the internal mechanism.
  2. One set of sprockets and the connecting bike chain are removed.
  3. The creator discovers misalignment in the half-moon shapes that lift the inner table.
  4. The table is stained darker using finishing oil.
  5. Zip ties are added to the chain to prevent the half-moon shapes from spinning too far.
• Reasoning: The creator aims to make the mechanism lighter, cleaner, and less prone to misalignment. The darker stain is chosen because it's the only finishing oil available at the moment.
• Quote: "It does really bring up all the defects in the wood. No, it brings out the personality and you can really see the grain."

Kiwi Co Sponsorship

The video includes a sponsored segment featuring Kiwi Co, a subscription box service offering projects for kids of all ages. The creator assembles a "slime-powered sound machine" from a Kiwi Co Labs crate.

• Product: Slime-powered sound machine.
• Process: The creator builds the sound machine, which involves a chemical reaction to create slime.
• Outcome: The sound machine works successfully, producing a "farty noise."
• Promotion: The creator encourages viewers to try Kiwi Co and offers a 50% discount on the first club crate using the link kiwico.com/deone.
• Quote: "Nothing beats the feeling of when something that you built yourself works really well. That is the high that I keep on chasing."

Edge Piece Puzzle Development and Assembly

The main focus of the video is the introduction of a new jigsaw puzzle design: an all-edge piece puzzle. The idea originated from a YouTube comment.

• Concept: A jigsaw puzzle consisting almost entirely of edge pieces.
• Motivation: The creator was inspired by a YouTube comment suggesting an all-edge piece puzzle.
• Process:
  1. The creator lays out all the puzzle pieces.
  2. The creator attempts to assemble the puzzle without looking at the box.
  3. The creator eventually looks at the box for reference.
  4. The creator spends seven hours assembling the puzzle.
• Challenges: The puzzle requires different strategies compared to traditional jigsaw puzzles. The creator had to change tactics multiple times.
• Outcome: The creator successfully completes the puzzle and expresses satisfaction with the design.
• Quote: "I finished it! That was so much harder than I thought it would be... But I love this puzzle."
• Sales Pitch: The edge piece puzzle is available for purchase at Yacht Studio. The creator notes that the quantity is limited.
• Future Ideas: The creator is open to suggestions for other edge piece puzzle designs, such as a road leading to a house.

Conclusion

The video documents the creator's journey of restoring a custom-made dining table, assembling a Kiwi Co project, and developing a unique edge piece jigsaw puzzle. The creator emphasizes the satisfaction of building things and solving problems, both in DIY projects and puzzle assembly. The video serves as a product showcase for both the edge piece puzzle and Kiwi Co, while also providing entertainment and insights into the creative process.