A spirited journey through the world of collectible artisan puzzles

Pairing craft cocktails with crafty puzzles

Unlocked Drawer
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Unlocked Drawer

For this April Fool’s Day I’m turning to one of my favorite groups of fine folks, the local Texas talents of Kathleen Malcolmson, Perry McDaniel, and Robert Sandfield. Together they produced a classic little conundrum which purports to be nothing of the sort.

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Kickake
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Kickake

The centuries old Japanese tradition of secret box making evolved from a need for a safe place to store important documents and treasures while traveling or at home.

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Yin Yang Master
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Yin Yang Master

The Yin Yang Master Puzzlebox by Randal Gatewood completes a cycle of its own, and represents a celebration of a life and a tribute for a death.

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Double Box
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Double Box

What’s better than a single puzzle box? Why, a double dose, of course. And who better that Akio Kamei to provide this double delight.

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Petit Four Puzzle Boxes
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Petit Four Puzzle Boxes

Perry McDaniel hails from Midlothian Texas, just shy of Dallas. He is a master joiner, precision woodworker and Incra magician. He is also a brilliant puzzle box designer.

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Secret Heart
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Secret Heart

I’ve got a broken heart this year for Valentine’s Day. Don’t feel too bad for me, though - I’m only talking about a puzzle box.

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Gombo
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Gombo

Marjariasana, anyone? No, it’s not a mind altering substance, it’s a body altering exercise – specifically, the “cat pose” known to practitioners of yoga.

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