INDIVIDUAL Speed Puzzling Competition - 2024 World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship

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  • Опубліковано 26 лис 2024

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  • @BeneathMyWillowTree
    @BeneathMyWillowTree Місяць тому +9

    Every time I watch you finishing your individual it makes me tear up!

  • @Botruc
    @Botruc Місяць тому +9

    What an emotional finish! You did so well!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you!! I'm an ugly cryer but it was all real. I had the best time!

  • @puzzlepiece9509
    @puzzlepiece9509 Місяць тому +6

    Wooo, the highlight of the competition, getting a puzzle done in under an hour. 👍👍👍 Not surprised that you cried when you finished that. It seems that the competition was pretty stiff this year. Some puzzles more difficult than others and quite a few surprises in the images that appeared. No circular or panoramas this year. Look forward to seeing the rest of the videos about your trip to Worlds.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      The competition was so fierce this year! When you can't qualify on times of even 40-50mins, that shows how fast some of these puzzlers are getting! It was so much fun! I was surprised that there were no circle puzzles and then they through in a licensed one. You just never know what to expect!

  • @iamarantius
    @iamarantius Місяць тому +2

    Hi Donnalouise, I met you at the Australian Nationals last year, you were so nice to encourage my mum and me as it was our first time competing. I remember you saying how you hadn't cracked the hour mark yet, but that was your goal. I watched some of the World's live this year and I saw your time on the results page and was so happy for you. Seeing your emotion in this video made me tear up! Congratulations!! (Rachel)

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Hi Rachel! I never ever imagined that I would achieve that in competition - I was so overjoyed and proud!!! Are you planning on going to Melbourne in December for the Australian Nationals? It was lovely meeting you and your mum last year.

    • @iamarantius
      @iamarantius Місяць тому +1

      @@fortheloveofpuzzles No, unfortunately, we won't be there. I'll speed run some puzzles at home to feel like it!

  • @Sandra_puzzlesandmeows
    @Sandra_puzzlesandmeows Місяць тому +4

    Im not crying, must be those darn cats cutting onions again! great job Donnalouise!

  • @thegoodchicken1078
    @thegoodchicken1078 Місяць тому +5

    Wow Donnalouise you know how to make a girl cry 😅. I cried when you finished your individual round on livestream, now at the end of your video with audio of your finish I cried again, so very proud of you, so very well done. 💕

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much!! I must admit that I tear up every time watching myself as well as it brings back all the emotions.

    • @susanknight183
      @susanknight183 Місяць тому +1

      Great recap Donna louise, I was supposed to be there, but my husband had a series of falls, broke both arms and I couldn't leave him on his own. Definitely will see you next year ! 🌍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🌍

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I sure hope he is back up and healthy soon. 💜🧩

  • @allandavies9862
    @allandavies9862 Місяць тому +2

    This is one of your best videos. Excellent. We hope you're enjoying your stay with Jeanette. 😊

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you!!! I really enjoyed putting this video together. I am having so much fun with Janette.

  • @KateMedland
    @KateMedland Місяць тому +2

    What a great time for your individual competition! So happy for you! I watched for you, but oh there were so many people this year! I was thrilled each time I saw you.
    I'm glad you had such a good time. What a lovely image you had for this puzzle. It's got to be hard when some people have been able to practice an image, but so many zoom through on a puzzle they have never seen before, so there really isn't a right answer.
    So proud of you!
    🇨🇦 🇳🇿

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      It is a bit difficult to hear how many Europeans had done all of the preliminary puzzles before - some many times. I would love to see all the puzzles being unreleased ones used. I think this would be a great marketing scheme for Ravensburger as well - everyone would want to buy all the puzzles!

    • @KateMedland
      @KateMedland Місяць тому +1

      That was my initial thought as well. I think though that the marketing is that you all want to try the puzzles before, so if there are 1000 potential puzzles, they want people to purchase as many of them as possible before the competition, then all the ones released as they appear new at competition. If they would only use puzzles that are released worldwide that would make it a bit better.
      Most people knew that Paris would be in, so I'm sure almost everyone found that one, but in small countries it would be difficult to get it.
      It becomes very expensive to compete if you don't have a large group of people to swap with! If I was in Toronto it would be possible, but here on Cape Breton Island it would be a huge challenge.
      I'm so happy you have an amazing sponsor, and a very supportive husband.
      ​@@fortheloveofpuzzles

  • @UmMuhammad94
    @UmMuhammad94 Місяць тому +2

    Great recap video. Congratulations 🎉on your under one hour finish 🎉. What an amazing achievement.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you so much!!! I was so pleased and did so much better than last year.

  • @dreadheadlover2627
    @dreadheadlover2627 Місяць тому +2

    Your happy tears are a joy to watch! ❤🥰 I'm so proud of you! ☺🧡🧩

  • @TimRachel
    @TimRachel Місяць тому +3

    So many smiles. 😀
    I loved seeing your raw emotion at the end. ♥️

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I was a blubbering mess but so very proud and happy!

    • @TimRachel
      @TimRachel Місяць тому +1

      @@fortheloveofpuzzles you should be proud. You smashed it!

  • @TheBibliophilePuzzler
    @TheBibliophilePuzzler Місяць тому +2

    Hi Donnalouise. Excellent recap. I really appreciate your “glass half full” experiences. While I do love true experiences being shared, I love the upside of being at the competition.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you!! I had so much fun! I can't wait for next year.

  • @benjamin.everly
    @benjamin.everly Місяць тому +2

    Great video. You did excellently co-hosting the live stream as well. :)

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you! It's always nervous commentating trying to balance what to discuss. But I have heard many people enjoyed the livestreams so I'm glad that many watched and could enjoy Worlds from the comfort of their home.

  • @karenyoung8520
    @karenyoung8520 Місяць тому +1

    You did great! Thank you so much for introducing me to Worlds. I enjoyed watching all off you compete. The finals were so exciting.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Finals were very exciting and what a finish with a tie!!! It was so much fun being there again this year. I wish everyone could make the trip.

  • @stacyssassystyles
    @stacyssassystyles Місяць тому +1

    I really do think underwater and flower were well matched - loved them both!!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I agree - very good semi-finals puzzles and well matched in difficulty.

  • @lottieda2851
    @lottieda2851 Місяць тому +1

    What an amazing recap, Donnalouise! Well done to you for your puzzling accomplishments as well as for this video that perfectly captured the fun, excitement and emotion of being there and of competing.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much!!! I had the most amazing time this year.

  • @Laserstormelpies
    @Laserstormelpies Місяць тому +4

    Somehow when you did the intro, the first 15sec or so, I didnt even notice anything being unusual about the setup in the background. "ah nice, many colors, stacked puzzle showcasing the ones you are going to talk about" - im probably used to seeing janettes setup so my head didnt notice an error when it appeared on YOUR video :D

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Hehehe Maybe Janette and I are actually the same person!?!?!

  • @annaleahfranklin9781
    @annaleahfranklin9781 Місяць тому +11

    Yay! Under an hour at a competition! So proud of you! My mom and I were cheering for you during the livestream, and as you finished we welled up with happy tears right along with you... We just wanted to keep jumping and shouting for joy, we were so proud!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you!! I was so happy to see that so many were watching the livestreams. I loved commentating as well. I was so overwhelmed and happy with my finish. I real moment for me even with the ugly crying. hehehe

  • @kuurapuzzler
    @kuurapuzzler Місяць тому +1

    There is just dust in my eyes, nothing more, totally not crying... I was so happy to able to see you finish on livestream, so so happy for you. Missed half of the wjpc livestreams cause of work. 😐 And when i was able to watch i couldnt puzzle same time what i had planned, there was so fast puzzlers so didnt want to miss anything.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Hehehe I had so much dust in my eyes too! hehehehe Some crazy fast puzzlers out there - it is amazing to watch! 💜🧩

  • @alfonsoalvarez-ossorio4193
    @alfonsoalvarez-ossorio4193 Місяць тому +1

    Once again, thank you Donnalouise for this wonderful video summary of the Worlds - individual category, despite not being able to get past the first round and even though you achieved your best time in a competition!! It's incredible how you describe everything you've experienced these days. If I didn't know the rankings, I would think you were among the top 10!!! Congratulations on those 30,000 followers!!!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much Alfonso!! I had the most fun and rewarding time at Worlds! What an amazing event! Thank you so much for everything you do for the puzzling community! It was great seeing everyone and I can’t wait until next year. Bring 2025!! 💜🧩

  • @sailorssmallfarm1867
    @sailorssmallfarm1867 Місяць тому +2

    Loved your recap of the individual rounds - and particular enjoyed your preamble about your overall experience at the event - because if one is going to travel that kind of distance, it has to be about more than just the competition itself - the people would be a huge part of it, the camaraderie, old friends, new friends, the town, the culture, all of it. How wonderful that you got to Europe far enough in advance to get comfortable in the time zone and with travel etc. With regard to your Round A puzzle, I think I heard Kristin say that she had done this puzzle before, and in fact I think she said she had done it faster the time before - like 25 min or something. So its possible that the high completion rate had to do with so many Europeans having access to it prior to competition, since the rest of the world clearly had access to Hello Vinyl and Postcard from Paris before the comp.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Yes, the trip is about so much more than just the competition and I am so grateful that I got to go and spend time with so many amazing people. I would like to see all puzzles used at Worlds - even in the preliminary rounds - to be unreleased. I feel that would definitely even the playing field a little bit more.

    • @sailorssmallfarm1867
      @sailorssmallfarm1867 Місяць тому

      @@fortheloveofpuzzles agreed, but I imagine there is a cost to that....

  • @ITM95
    @ITM95 Місяць тому +1

    Did you get a new camera? Or maybe it’s the lighting in Janette’s puzzle studio? This video quality looks great!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I am using my new phone which I’ve had for a few months but I think it’s Janette’s ringlight that made the big difference. So I went and ordered one to use back in NZ. Hope it makes a good difference. Lighting and sound are always issues! 💜🧩

  • @Laura_Stanford
    @Laura_Stanford Місяць тому +1

    I enjoyed the recap video, thank you for the details. It was so much fun to watch you guys compete at worlds. I sent a personal message to Alejandro and he replied to me within 24 hours while worlds was going on. Who does that? He truly is incredible, humble and gentle. I am not surprised you getting emotional during competition. You are super genuine and that is refreshing to see. Reason why people connect with you. Now time to puzzle for leisure. Chao 😃👋

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you so much!!! And yes, Alejandro is the nicest guy! I just had so much fun at the competition this year.

  • @PuzzCatLife
    @PuzzCatLife Місяць тому +1

    You crushed it, lady! So happy to see your amazing finish!

  • @karishatavendale3432
    @karishatavendale3432 Місяць тому +1

    Wow, those semi finals puzzles are both gorgeous, it is a good thing that everyone completed it

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I really loved all the unreleased puzzles this year - so much fun and all illustrations apart from the pairs semi-finals collage one which did have some illustration aspects to it. 💜🧩

  • @janetheaney4810
    @janetheaney4810 Місяць тому +1

    Hi. Love from NZ. Well done at Worlds. I’m doing an online speed puzzling competition on Saturday - I’ve been practising hard and watching your videos for tips. I’m also going to do the Auckland speed puzzling competition next year. I was a volunteer there this year and had the pleasure to meet you. X.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much! Is that online competition with the NZJPA? Just remember to have fun and not put too much pressure on yourself. It was nice meeting you as well and glad you will compete in Auckland next year. It is loads of fun.

  • @sweetdividends
    @sweetdividends Місяць тому +3

    I just did the Postcard from Paris puzzle and was missing one piece...I was a bit sad. But likely I lost it and it didn't come like that. You all are so fast!. I can't imagine doing any puzzle under 1hr. Congrats on the competition!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Ah bummer...my puzzle in Canada actually had an extra piece. Thank you so much! There are some really fast puzzlers out there! I had so much fun at the competition.

  • @GailMcCormick
    @GailMcCormick Місяць тому +1

    So great to meet you! And congrats on your excellent first round finish! I also enjoyed listening to your livestream commentary.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you! It was lovely meeting you also. What a time! I can't wait for next year. 💜🧩

  • @puzzlingread
    @puzzlingread Місяць тому +1

    I'd have a tiny preference for Ocean Whimsy over Flowerjungle just because I prefer a landscape orientation to portrait. I love the footage of your individual finish 🥲💜🧩

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      I also do prefer a landscape orientation as well - portrait ones always throw me off. I love my ugly crying face hehehe

  • @Speedpuzzle-eu
    @Speedpuzzle-eu Місяць тому +1

    Love this so much! Thanks for your recap! Was fun puzzling with you as part of record attempt 🇳🇿🤗

  • @thegoodchicken1078
    @thegoodchicken1078 Місяць тому +1

    Fabulous photos, loved you caught up with some of my other favourite UA-camrs, Janette of course but also Vesna, Russell and Emilee, just needed Vicky and all my favs would be there.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      We missed Vicky as well and do hope she gets to return next year. Loved taking all these photos with everyone.

  • @long-termjournal8055
    @long-termjournal8055 Місяць тому +1

    Lovely.......

  • @bettyc.6280
    @bettyc.6280 Місяць тому +1

    I have two words for this video:
    GREAT RECAP
    [which means you didn't bore me ]

  • @LeeNepinak
    @LeeNepinak Місяць тому +1

    IM so happy to see that Chestnut was with you!! Thank you for sahring yuour film with us. I really like your box top holder!! thnak you Doug and Devon father Dave.. i wonder if that Doug makes other things too...thast awesome you guys came in 3RD place in the quiz!! and to get a nice gesture about sharing in the quiness record team as a honuraym memeber!! thank you USA! USA!.. yes bless that girl who sat beside you keeping you cool DOnnaloiuse.. bless Tasha?? for the wind to keep Donnalouis cool!! also wanted to know is that a lion that was with Stija?? it looks like one from behind..but congrates to use all.. and to the NUMBER ONE PUZZLER KRISTEN THURV!! oh and thank you so much to PIECE RELAX for sending Donnaluise..i love all your content... but i swear donnalois your background set looks very familiars to Janeetand her puzzles set..so so alike you should look at her set seriouly..

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Chestnut was a great support to me - Stijn was so nice gifting these plushies to us. Tazia my tablemate was amazing fanning me until the end - what lovely people her and her partner were. I gave her the biggest hug! Thank you so much for watching and commenting - it means so much to me. And yes, this is Janette's house - I am still in Slovenia but start my long journey back to NZ on Monday evening.

  • @QuiltedKittenFosters
    @QuiltedKittenFosters Місяць тому +1

    One of the things that I found amazing is that Kelly Walter is in her final year of medical school! How does she have time to do medical school and to practice speed puzzling to compete at such a high level?! I heard her say she can't compete next year because she will be beginning her medical residency.

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      I didn't realise that Kelly was in medical school - that is even more impressive!!! Such a lovely person too.

  • @Mewtho9
    @Mewtho9 Місяць тому +1

    Question - Should they have pulled for all the Ravensburger catalogs evenly not so heavily European’s catalog? Was Alejandro having eye issues during the competition?

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      I agree that the preliminary puzzles favoured many European countries due to availability. Personally, I would like to see it go further and have all puzzles be unreleased, even for the preliminary rounds. This would prevent them from using puzzle predominantly from one catalogue. I don't think Alejandro had issues with his eyes - he wears glasses most of the time when he puzzles.

  • @lordsp
    @lordsp Місяць тому +1

    I do puzzles for relaxation, would probably be the slowest of all. Is it still worth it to come and participate?

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +2

      Absolutely! If you have the time and money to come to the competition, if you love puzzling, if you want to meet other puzzles, if you enjoy watching other speed puzzle and if you want to get copies of unreleased puzzle then yes, absolutely it is worth coming. They had a screen outdoors for people to watch what was happening. They had extra tables up for people to puzzle. You could buy nearly all the puzzles. It was great meeting everyone and chatting. So even if you only puzzled one round, I think it is well worth it and you would have an amazing time. 💜🧩

    • @lordsp
      @lordsp Місяць тому +1

      @@fortheloveofpuzzles Donnalouise do you have videos of how to prepare for this? like what kind of puzzles to do and so on? Ill definitely wont be able to make it to the finals, but at least I can prepare myself for 2025 and document the process!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      @@lordsp I have a bunch of different videos over the past two years talking about competitions, techniques and strategies. Not one specific video but a bit of information in different ones. I do have a Speed Puzzling playlist which you could look through and based on the titles, some might jump out at you as being more of interest than others.

  • @nemesiaas
    @nemesiaas Місяць тому +1

    Well done on your achievement! You seem to have had such a good time. Did you meet Karen Kavett from Karen Puzzles?

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you! I had so much fun this year and felt I puzzled so much better than last year. Karen was at a few events at which I was also yes. 💜🧩

  • @long-termjournal8055
    @long-termjournal8055 Місяць тому +1

    Eat chocolate for a week and do a chocolate review video for a change.😜😜😜😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @Puzzles_and_Parks_with_Kyla
    @Puzzles_and_Parks_with_Kyla Місяць тому +2

    Thank you so much for sharing the recap! Your under an hour finish!!! Congratulations!!!...I burst into tears watching at the back of the dome I was so excited for you. Honestly, the whole week feels like a dream. I can't believe we were there and got to hang out with so many amazing people. It was like the best puzzlers summer camp ever LOL! Congratulations on 31K subscribers too! Girl, look at all those amazing photos so many friends for life! Keep doing what you're doing

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      It was so great seeing you again at Worlds and meeting Oliver. I hope you really enjoyed the competition and your trip. And thank you!!! I am so pleased with how the channel is growing.

    • @Puzzles_and_Parks_with_Kyla
      @Puzzles_and_Parks_with_Kyla Місяць тому

      @@fortheloveofpuzzles We had a fantastic time and I think we have created a monster with Oliver! LOL He came home and wants to start speed puzzling too!

    • @fortheloveofpuzzles
      @fortheloveofpuzzles  Місяць тому +1

      That’s awesome!!! You never know - with his youth, he could be quite good at it!