5000 puzzle pieces in 24 hours for a mental health fundraiser? It is possible? If you are Vicky, the popular puzzle influencer known to the world as Vicky Makes And Builds, it’s not a matter of if, but how fast she can go when she starts her challenge on September 6th and 7th.
Some of you might already know Vicky, a passionate jigsaw puzzle enthusiast and YouTube creator, and her impressive drive to help others is a blessing in the making. She is taking on an incredible challenge that has the puzzle community buzzing. And you can be part of the puzzle fun too!
5,000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle in Just 24-Hours: An Impressive Feat
She is attempting to complete a 5,000-piece puzzle in just 24 hours! An impressive feat that requires skill, patience, and careful planning. This challenge is about much more than her own accomplishment. Vicky is using her puzzle skills to support Befrienders Worldwide, a mental health charity, turning her personal goal into an opportunity to help others and inspire her community.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Playing Supports Befrienders Worldwide
Befrienders Worldwide is a global network of trained volunteers dedicated to supporting mental health and preventing suicide. They provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for anyone in distress, offering listening, guidance, and emotional support. With centers across the world, Befrienders Worldwide works tirelessly to reach people who might feel alone, isolated, or overwhelmed, giving hope and connection when it matters most.
Vicky Makes And Builds Loves Large Count Jigsaw Puzzles
Known for building large-piece-count puzzles on YouTube, Vicky has always loved pushing herself. She explained why she decided to make her challenge public:
“I have a YouTube channel that I create jigsaw puzzle videos on. I enjoy and am known for building large piece count puzzles. I decided that I wanted to challenge myself and came up with this 5k in 24 hours idea… During a recent live stream I chatted with my followers to ask what they thought about the idea. It was received really well and the idea to make it into a fundraiser came up, which I loved.”
Her decision to include the public and live-stream the challenge every few hours is a reflection of her strong connection with her followers. Vicky has built a vibrant puzzle community that loves to participate in live puzzle-alongs, interact during streams, and support causes she champions. “I knew they would want to see how I was doing as I undertook the challenge,” she says. “This is a community effort, whether by puzzling along, donating, or just watching and chatting, even though I’ll be alone in my puzzle room, I know I’m not.”
Preparation for this jigsaw puzzle marathon is no small task. Vicky is organizing her space, creating lists, planning meals, and carefully selecting clothing for maximum comfort. She’s arranging cameras and live-stream setups and even recruiting volunteers to help read chat messages during the event so she can stay focused on the puzzle.
“There are lots of logistical things to do,” she explains. “I’ll need to focus on puzzling rather than stopping to read the chat. I also plan to eat well and get plenty of sleep leading up to the event, so I’m ready to give it my all.”
Jigsaw Puzzle To Complete: Ravensburger Big City Collage
The jigsaw puzzle itself has special significance for Vicky. It is a Ravensburger Jigsaw Puzzle of 5,000 pieces appropriately entitled Big City Collage. She got it a while back and she has been excited to start the task of completing it and sharing with her audience.
For Vicky, puzzling is not just a hobby, it’s a way to find focus, order, and joy. She compares puzzles to life in a reflective way:
“Puzzles are immersive, fun, and a great way to bring order to chaos, in the most satisfying way possible… Taking some control over all the chaotic pieces and putting them together in a way that makes you and those around you happy seems like a good way to be.”
A Community of Jigsaw Puzzlers Inspired
The excitement around Vicky’s challenge isn’t limited to her own experience. Her followers, friends, and fellow puzzle enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the event. Many are inspired by her dedication, motivated by the charitable aspect of supporting mental health, and thrilled to participate in live streams.
“Watching along and, in some cases, being part of it by puzzling along or chatting in the live chats is exciting. The majority of my puzzle community believe I can do it as well, which is really encouraging and motivating. Of course, some people just think I’m crazy too!”
This event demonstrates how a personal challenge can create a ripple effect of positivity. Vicky is using her puzzle skills to engage a worldwide audience, raise awareness for mental health, and bring a sense of fun, connection, and purpose to her community. It’s a reminder that hobbies, when combined with passion and generosity, can make a real difference in people’s lives.
Why you should tune in to support Vicky Makes And Builds:
- Witness an incredible puzzle feat: 5,000 pieces in 24 hours.
- Support a mental health charity through an engaging, meaningful event.
- Be part of a worldwide community cheering Vicky on.
- Learn from her careful preparation, strategy, and dedication.
- Experience the joy and focus that puzzling brings.
Vicky’s challenge is about more than completing a puzzle. It’s about building community, supporting a cause, and inspiring others to get involved. Whether you’re a puzzle lover, a charity supporter, or someone who appreciates dedication and creativity, this event is worth your attention.
Get Involved: Donate Even if You can’t attend the Live Feed
Join Vicky in supporting mental health initiatives by watching, sharing, and donating. Every puzzle piece she places brings us one step closer to helping others. Together, we can cheer her on, celebrate her achievement, and contribute to a meaningful cause along with sharing how mental health is important to talk about.
How to Help
- Donate to the Event on GoFundMe to Help Vicky reach her goal.
- Watch her complete this amazing challenge on her YouTube channel.
- Find out More Details about the Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge
Writers Note: If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone about an overwhelming situation in your life, please seek out mental health opportunities. I send a big hug to you and ask that you remember there is no shame in asking for help. People in the puzzle community (and beyond) all have challenges in their personal lives. Sometimes it’s too much. Nobody should suffer as there are many places that offer assistance. Together we can be stronger as we support one another.