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I love you

Couple holding hands on a beach in black and white

You are my favorite adventure, my safest place, and my happiest hello.

Always yours, Jamie

Made for all special moments

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I love you11 designs

For your anniversary, Valentine’s Day, a midweek “I miss you”, or for your mum, your sis and the friends who feel like family. A love note hidden behind a puzzle is not just read. It is earned, piece by piece, and that makes every word land harder.

“Of all the paths our lives could take, I’m so glad mine led to you.”
“A thousand pieces, and I’d pick you in every one.”
“Sis, you’re the best part of growing up.”

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With you, every day is magic

Anime couple sharing an umbrella on a riverside bridge at twilight

Of all the paths our lives could take, I’m so glad mine led to you. I love our little world together.

Always yours, Alex

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Thank you7 designs

For the friend who showed up, the colleague who covered for you, the family that cheered. For the teacher at the end of the year, the nurse who looked after you, the neighbour who kept your keys. A thank-you they will remember far longer than a text.

“I couldn’t have done it without you.”
“You showed up when it mattered most. Thank you.”
“For every “I’ve got you” that turned out to be true.”

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Thank you!

Thank you for making my birthday so Wonderful!

Girl in a blue dress and party hat celebrating with birthday cake

xoxo, Sophia Isabella

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Birthday9 designs

A birthday card for the friend who lives far away, the mum who already has everything, the coworker, the kid turning ten, the grandad turning eighty. Send it at midnight. They wake up, solve it over coffee, and your photo is the first thing that makes them smile that day.

“Happy birthday. Make a wish!”
“Another year of you in the world. Lucky us.”
“Solve it. The surprise is inside.”

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Happy Birthday!

Delighted woman in a pink sweatshirt surrounded by pink and pearl balloons

May your year be filled with abundant happiness and sunshine.

love, Sophia

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Sorry5 designs

After an argument, a forgotten date, a word that came out wrong, a long silence. Sorry is easy to type. A puzzle shows you sat down and made something, and gives them a quiet moment to decide how they feel.

“I messed up. Can we start over?”
“I’m sorry for going quiet. I missed you.”
“You deserved better from me. I’m here to fix it.”

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I made a mistake

Ink doodle figure holding a sorry sign beside a notebook

No excuses. I’m sorry, and I understand why you’re hurt. I’ll give you the time you need and show you I can do better.

With care, Alex

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Thinking of you7 designs

For the daughter who moved to another city, the dad who lives far away, the friend going through a rough patch, the grandmother in hospital, the mate who moved abroad. No occasion needed: a photo from a shared memory and a few lines that say you were on my mind today.

“Just wanted you to know.”
“Thought of you on the way to work and smiled.”
“Far from sight, close to everything.”

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You are awesome lettering in sage and teal on pink with cream clouds and stars

Just a little reminder of how awesome you are. Thinking of you and sending a smile your way!

With love, Your friend

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Baby Reveal7 designs

A pregnancy announcement for the grandparents, the best friends, the family group chat, the gender reveal, the name you finally chose. Let them assemble the sonogram, the booties, the positive test, and watch the reaction.

“Arriving in March. Warm up those arms!”
“Grandma and Grandpa: promotion confirmed.”
“The family is growing.”

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Baby boots, a blue onesie, and an ultrasound print on a countryside clothesline

Baby McCarty

NOVEMBER 2026

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Anime6 designs

For anyone who loves anime, manga and illustration: a birthday, a love note, a thank-you, an apology, an “I miss you”. Six hand-drawn scenes, one for each occasion, for when a photo is not quite the mood.

“A little magic, for every occasion.”
“You are my favourite arc.”
“Our story still has many chapters.”

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Under the same moon

Anime character writing by a moonlit attic window beside a sleeping cat

No matter how far apart we are, you’re never far from my thoughts. Sending a little warmth from my corner of the world to yours.

Thinking of you, Alex

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Thanksgiving5 designs

For the family around your table, the friends who feel like home, and everyone you wish could be there. Send a Thanksgiving memory with a few words of gratitude, or turn your Friendsgiving invitation into a little surprise. Five designs with warm photos and autumn illustrations.

“There is always a place for you at our table.”
“Thankful for you, today and every day.”
“Good food, great friends. Join us for Friendsgiving!”

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Gather together, give thanks

A multigenerational family smiling together around a Thanksgiving dinner table in warm afternoon light

Of all the good things this year has brought, sharing life with you is what I am most thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving!

With love, The Morgan family

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Every other occasion

Christmas, New Year’s, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s. Graduation, a wedding, an engagement, a new home, a new job, retirement, get well soon, a party invitation. Every design takes your own photo, so any date on the calendar and any moment in a life can hide behind a puzzle.

“A little surprise for your next big chapter.”
“Guess who graduated?”
“Save the date: we’re getting married!”

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thank you

Newly married couple dancing on a beach at golden hour

For your kind gifts
and well wishes.

MR & MRS SMITH 01.04.2025

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Add your photo, write your message, and choose how hard the puzzle should be.

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Share the link. When they solve the puzzle, your photo and message are revealed.

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The gift they’ll finishbefore they open it.

Made for all special moments

I love you11 designs

Thank you7 designs

Birthday9 designs

Sorry5 designs

Thinking of you7 designs

Baby Reveal7 designs

Anime6 designs

Thanksgiving5 designs

Every other occasion

How It Works

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Customize it

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