👋Hello everyone! Allow me to reintroduce myself, or perhaps introduce myself for the first time 😉 My name is Dawn, I’ve lived in Alaska my entire life; I’ve raised 4 children and now have 5 grandchildren 🥰🥰 and a wonderful hubbie named Steve. 💕I’ve always had a passion for adventure and creativity 🧩🎨, my office is a creative mess 🤣😂; full of puzzles and projects that I slowly work through. Growing up in Alaska has been nothing short of spectacular, surrounded by endless beauty and activities…fishing, camping, hiking, biking, skiing, I mean my list of activities goes on and on.. so Why Puzzles ⁉️🧩🧩
In the fall of 2021, my life took a drastic turn when I became temporarily disabled. My mental health suffered, and puzzling became my lifeline for stability and pain management. A little birdie @jigsawtastic happened to be visiting during my 1st procedure and she gifted me a mini puzzle board and mini puzzles and assured me these puzzles would help with my pain- and guess what they did and they do everyday‼️🧩🧩
A long road- but I graduated PT in December of 2023 after 2 years and have since taken the reins of my own recovery. It was during my healing process that Aurora Puzzles came to life 🥰🥰🥰 I am not the same person I once was, both physically and mentally and Yes I do mourn my old life at times, but this new chapter in my life is filled with a newfound sense of purpose and passion and I’m very happy to share this with you ❣️🥰❤️🧩🧩
I am incredibly thankful for the support and encouragement of my family and friends and this amazing puzzling community, who have been with me every step of the way these past few years. ❤️🥰❤️ If you ever want to reach out to me for information or questions, please don’t hesitate to drop me an IM 😉
Thank you❤️❤️
#aurorapuzzles #alaskanpuzzler #puzzles #mentalhealth #puzzlelovers #alaskabusiness #supportsmallbusiness #femaleentrepreneur #openforbusiness💯
Another nostalgic visit to an OG fave of mine! Matanuska Glacier 500 piece version was an absolute delight. Alaska artist Dawn Gerety @aurorapuzzles
JIGSAWTASTIC at #aurorapuzzles for 20% off your order 🧩🧩💯
#matanuskaglacier #puzzlelove #puzzle #jigsawpuzzle
💁♀️Moving Puzzle chunks.. “Trail Ghost🦊” is coming along beautifully❤️
Have you seen this NEW puzzle by Alaska Artist @akironstattoo 👀 absolutely stunning🦊
#aurorapuzzles #puzzleart #alaskaartist
When one of your favorite puzzles comes out with a smaller piece count….
I am so happy to have Tiger of the North by @aurorapuzzles in a 500 piece version so I can now do it more often. No notes - absolutely loved it! Artwork by @dawngeretyart
#puzzle #alaska #womenowned #puzzles #puzzleart
🐦⬛I Adore this puzzle🥰 “Snow Raven” is a legend in Alaska especially here in Anchorage when we were blessed to have this beautiful bird who captured the hearts of so many❤️ Sophie’s art truly captures this magnificent Raven and what a honor it is to puzzle this beauty! @sophiegreenalaska
#aurorapuzzles #puzzleart
GIVEAWAY
Puzzles are all about joy, creativity, and feel-good moments.
I'm teaming up with @aurorapuzzles to give 3 puzzles to 3 winners (each winner receives 1 puzzle from the new collection).
To enter, follow these 2 steps.
1. Tell us: what’s one little thing that always makes you happy?
2. Be sure to follow @bizzlespuzzles and @aurorapuzzles
For a bonus, share to your stories & tag me.
Rules
– Open to U.S. shipping only
- Entrants must be 18+ years old
– Giveaway not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram/Meta
– No purchase necessary
– Entries close Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM CT.
– Winner will be chosen at random and contacted via DM.
❤️Wishing a joyful Mother’s Day to every mom, grandma, aunt, and anyone who embodies a motherly presence in our lives. Your love and support mean the world to us!
Pictured: my mom, daughters and grandson🥰On Mother’s Day ~ planting flowers is our annual tradition🌹🌺🌷
Tiger of the North New 500 piece version looking fabulous on my @zakcopuzzleboards@aurorapuzzles #aurorapuzzles #puzzle #puzzlegram #jigsawlove
#jigsawtastic
Which of these three puzzles should I open up first?Im torn between Tiger of the North in the 500 piece (The 1000 piece version was my favorite puzzle in 2024) or Matsnuska Glacier BUT Denali Foothills looks gorgeous too!!! Touch decision of which to do first. However, my Aurora shelf is now full! Luckily I can move some puzzles around for the next launch! I Love Every Single One of @aurorapuzzles #alaska #puzzle #haul #puzzles #puzzleaddict
📸Did you know that @alaska_vintage_markets they have a FUN Photo Booth ⁉️Grab a partner and make memories🥰
❤️Stop by and Say Hi❤️ you’ll find our booth in the 2nd row almost to the end of the barn and Bailey @spiraling.fern is right next to ours🥰
#aurorapuzzles #shoplocal #alaskavintagemarket
🥰Vintage Market Day 2 and 👀Look at these Cuties(my daughters)😍
Shop Baileys Booth @spiraling.fern all homemade gifts and specialty clothes and next door Jordann is running our puzzle booth🧩
🛍️At @alaska_vintage_markets shop from over 150 vendors- enjoy food trucks and live music!
#aurorapuzzles #shopsmall #shoplocal
Enjoying my time with the new 500 piece version of Matanuska Glacier from @aurorapuzzles with Alaska artist Dawn Gerety #alaska #matanuskaglacier #aurorapuzzles #puzzle #puzzlelove JIGSAWTASTIC for 20% of your Aurora order 🧩🧩
