If you know someone who’s obsessed with jigsaw puzzles—or maybe you are that someone—you know puzzle people are serious about their hobby. They’ve got opinions. They’ve got strategies. They have their favorite brands, their lucky seats, and their go-to tools. Whether they’re tackling a 5000 piece jigsaw puzzle or enjoying a relaxing 300 piece puzzle after dinner, one thing is true: puzzle enthusiasts love their setup just right.
That’s why we’ve curated this gift guide of must-have puzzle accessories that puzzle lovers rave about. Whether you're shopping for the holidays, a birthday, or just because, these are top-rated picks that pair perfectly with any puzzle. Many of these items are available at The Puzzle Center, your online hub for quality jigsaw puzzles, accessories, and puzzle gifts.
Let’s dig in...
1. Puzzle Tables and Desks
Not every table is a good puzzle table. Ask any seasoned puzzler—they'll tell you the kitchen table is a gamble, and the coffee table is a nightmare. Enter: the puzzle table. Designed specifically for puzzling, these tables often feature raised edges, tilting surfaces, or built-in drawers for organizing pieces. Some fold away easily, while others become permanent fixtures in puzzle-loving homes.
Here are a few puzzle tables we like and why:
- ALL4JIG 2000PCS Portable Puzzle Table with Legs - Adjustable Jigsaw wooden puzzle board with 4 drawers & Cover, 3 titling ange jigsaw puzzle table for adults - We love this table for its portability, the tilting board, cover and drawers. This puzzle table fits nicely on top of the dining room table or coffee table. The tilting board helps with easing neck pain and the cover helps preserve pieces and their location when you are ready to be done puzzling for awhile. No more cats playing with your puzzle!
- ALL4JIG 1500 Piece Rotating Puzzle Board with Drawers - This is puzzle board that fits on whatever table surface you already have. It rotates and spins on a Lazy Susan so no more reaching over the top with pieces sticking to your elbow! (oops)
- ALL4JIG 1500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Table with Legs - 25"x34" Adjustable table, 3-tilting Angles, 4 drawers, and a cover. This is a great puzzle table on wheels. This table adjusts up or down and has all of the extra features of the first table we shared. The tilting board helps with easing neck pain and the cover helps preserve pieces and their location when you are ready to be done puzzling for awhile. No more cats playing with your puzzle!
Gift Tip: If your favorite puzzler complains about back pain or space issues, a dedicated puzzle desk might be a game changer like the adjustable table on wheels with legs above.
2. Puzzle Mats – The Best Puzzle Tool for Small Spaces
Whether you're working on 1000 piece puzzles or just getting started with 300 piece jigsaw puzzles, a puzzle mat is a lifesaver. These roll-up mats allow puzzlers to pause a session without losing progress. They’re mobile, compact, and perfect for apartment living, coffee table puzzling, or taking your puzzle on the go. 🧩
- Puzzle Matt by Cobble Hill - Keep your puzzles safe and secure with the Cobble Hill Puzzle Roll Away Mat! Perfect for puzzlers who don’t have the space to leave a puzzle out for days, this clever accessory makes storing your work-in-progress simple.
- Jigsaw Puzzle Keeper - Roll Up Felt Mat by Springbok Puzzles - The ultimate solution for puzzle enthusiasts who need a convenient and reliable surface for assembling and storing their puzzles. Crafted with high-quality felt, this Puzzle Keeper ensures your pieces stay in place and can be easily picked up.
We carry some of the best jigsaw puzzle tools like roll-up puzzle mats and portable puzzle boards. If you’ve been searching for a “puzzle mat near me,” look no further—we’ve got high-quality options that ship quickly.
3. Puzzle Sorting Trays – Organize Like a Pro
Serious puzzlers know sorting is half the game. Puzzle sorting trays help break down that mountain of pieces into manageable categories—edges, color groups, patterns, or sections of the image.
- Puzzle Sorting Tray Set | Galison - The Galison Stackable Sorting Trays are the perfect companion for any jigsaw puzzle enthusiast. This set of six vibrant trays helps you sort pieces by color, shape, or section, making your puzzle-solving smoother and more fun. Each tray is roomy enough to hold up to 230 pieces and stacks neatly for space-saving storage.
- Jigsaw Puzzle Sorting Trays | Cobble Hill - This set of six durable, stackable trays makes organizing your jigsaw puzzle pieces fun and effortless. Pour out your pieces, give them a good shake to eliminate puzzle dust through the built-in sieve bottoms, and start sorting by color, edge, or shape.
- Puzzle Sorting Trays Set of 6 Sorting Trays | New York Puzzle Company - This set of six nesting trays is designed to streamline your jigsaw puzzle experience—perfect for sorting pieces by color, pattern, or edge. Each tray comes in a bold, stylish color (pink, red, orange, yellow, green, and blue) and is clearly numbered for easy reference.
- Puzzle Sorting Tray Set by Springbok Puzzles - Streamline your puzzling experience with the Springbok Puzzles Sorting Trays, designed to make your puzzle assembly process more enjoyable and efficient. With six vibrant, differently colored trays, you can easily sort your puzzle pieces by shape, color, or edge, keeping everything organized and within reach. Perfect for puzzlers of all levels, these trays are a must-have accessory for your puzzle-solving adventures.
Having a few stackable sorting trays on hand keeps your workspace clear and your head in the game. Plus, they’re oddly satisfying to use.
4. Puzzle Glue – Turn a Finished Puzzle into Art
Once you've finished a masterpiece—like one of our Charles Wysocki puzzles or an art puzzle from MintyFizz—you might not want to break it up. That’s where puzzle glue comes in. It lets you preserve your work and turn it into framed wall art.
- Puzzle Glue | Cobble Hill - hether you've just completed a stunning 1000 piece puzzle or a vibrant picture puzzle, this glue helps turn your hard work into a permanent display. Just brush a thin, even layer across the front of your finished puzzle and watch as it dries clear with a smooth, glossy finish. It not only keeps every piece locked in place but also enhances the colors and details of your completed image. With an included applicator and enough glue to seal two standard-sized puzzles, this is the ultimate finishing touch for puzzle lovers who want to frame and showcase their work.
- Jigsaw Puzzle Saver Glue by Springbok Puzzles - Turn your completed jigsaw puzzle into a stunning, framable piece of art with Springbok Jigsaw Puzzle Saver Glue. Designed for puzzle enthusiasts who want to preserve their hard work, this adhesive makes it easy to save and showcase your favorite puzzles.
- Puzzle Glue Sheets by Galison - These easy-to-use adhesive sheets make preserving your finished puzzles a breeze. Simply peel and stick the sheets to the back of your puzzle, and voilà – your puzzle is ready to be displayed or stored. Each pack contains sixteen 7 x 10" adhesive sheets, enough to preserve two 1000-piece puzzles, along with four adhesive hangers for easy temporary storage. Perfect for puzzle lovers who want to showcase their hard work!
We stock puzzle glue that’s easy to apply and dries clear. Whether you’re framing a Disney villains puzzle or a national parks puzzle, glue makes it possible to hold onto the magic.
5. Puzzle Frames & Albums – Showcase the Piece of Art You Built
Puzzle Frames
From 1000 piece jigsaw puzzles for adults to cool puzzles for teens, some finished puzzles are just too pretty to take apart. Puzzle frames are specially sized to fit standard puzzle dimensions and come in various styles to match your space.
- Level Frames - This is one of our favorites and we've discussed their service in other articles. Search their site for great articles on how to frame a jigsaw puzzle. informative and lots of great frames to choose from! A custom frame allows you to find just the right mounting and frame to match your puzzle and your decor.
- This ArtToFrames frame is great for puzzles that are 26.75x19.75 and hangs both horizontally or vertically. Their are four colors to choose from.
Looking for a puzzle gift that says “I see you and your puzzle pride”? A frame paired with glue is a thoughtful touch.
Puzzle Keeper Albums
Think of these like the old-school photo albums—but for your completed puzzles. These albums are designed to hold and protect smaller finished puzzles (usually up to 300 or 500 pieces), making them perfect for collectors who want to keep their favorite completed works without hanging them on the wall.
- ALL4JIG Extra Large Puzzle Storage Folder Keeper - with two sizes to choose from, you are sure to find the right size with plenty of space for all of the puzzles you want to keep. The Large keeper fits 20 puzzles. This keeper has a carrying handl and snaps close so you can take it with you to show others.
- Large Capacity Portable Puzzle Album - Puzzle Storage Folder for 1000 Pieces with 24 Sheets/48 Puzzles - Choose your style - These are beautiful and well reviewed from Nariolar.
Puzzle keeper albums are a unique and practical gift idea for puzzlers who enjoy preserving their work, flipping back through their finished pieces, or just want a tidy way to store their puzzle portfolio. Ideal for puzzle fans short on space but big on pride.
6. Puzzle Tools – Must-Have Puzzle Accessories
Some people collect stamps. Puzzle people collect tools. Think: puzzle piece finders, magnifiers, spatulas for sliding under finished sections, or even puzzle piece punches that replace missing pieces.
- Ceaco - The Puzzle Scooop - Build in one place, scoop it up and move your section somewhere else, without it coming apart.
- All-in-One Jigsaw Puzzle Box Stand and Poster Holder - The one-piece plastic Jigsaw Puzzle Box Stand provides easy viewing without the worry of your puzzle box or poster falling over! Choose from two colors.
The best jigsaw puzzle tools aren’t always flashy, but they make the puzzling experience smoother and more fun. Gift them as stocking stuffers or bundle a few together as a puzzle care kit.
8. Lighting – Don’t Puzzle in the Dark
Puzzle fans will tell you: lighting matters. Poor lighting makes it hard to see subtle color shifts, tiny details, or edge variations—especially in those tricky 5000 piece puzzles or artistic puzzles with soft colors.
Headlamps - Personally, I like headlamps because I like the light to be where I'm looking.
- Rechargeable Headlamp - Ultra Bright by MIOISY - LED Technology and Brightness: The rechargeable headlamp uses powerful premium LED chips to produce a 2X brightness than others. Features 8 lighting modes including main beam, side beam, red beam, and SOS strobe options for versatile illumination needs.
- MIOISY Rechargeable Headlamp - Ultra-Bright 5 LED Headlamp with Red White Light
Desk lamps
- Desk Ring Light with Stand - 55w Dimmable Full Screen Ring Light with rotating storage box. Various colors for your room decor, 3 color temperatures and stepless dimmable levels. It also has a wireless controller!
- Eye Caring Desk Lamp - Modern Desk lamp with 3 color temperature, 10 brightness and dimmable with a memory and timer function.
- Skymore Desk Clip on Light - 3 color modes and 10 brightness - LED light with clamp, flexible gooseneck.
Whether it’s a dedicated task lamp, a clip-on light, or an adjustable ring light, good lighting takes the puzzle game to the next level. This is especially important for seniors working on large piece puzzles or puzzles for elderly friends and family.
Bonus: Curated Puzzle Gift Bundles
At The Puzzle Center, we’re more than just a puzzle store. We’re a community of puzzlers curating the best of the best—from Eurographics puzzles to creative, lesser-known gems like Puzzlefolk, Puzzles of Color and Final Piece.
Curate your own gift of puzzles and accessories for your favorite puzzler!
Final Thoughts – The Gift of Connection
Jigsaw puzzles aren’t just a hobby. They’re a way to connect—whether that’s with yourself (hello, self-care) or with friends and family around a table. At The Puzzle Center, our motto is “Challenge your mind, relax your soul,” and we mean it.
So whether you’re puzzling solo, with kids, or with your puzzle partner of 40 years, these accessories make the journey even better.
And if you’ve got a puzzle lover in your life? Now you know what to get them.
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