Let it Go!

Name: Let it Go!
Brand: New York Puzzle Company
SKU: NPZNY2626
Price: 13.5 USD
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The New Yorker Magazine cover by Jean-Jacques Sempé

A perfectly timed moment of humor unfolds in a sea of red, white, and blue as one child holds on—long after everyone else has let go.

500

Pieces

18 × 24 in

Finished size

Random cut

Piece cut

USA

Made in

Difficulty Challenging · 3 to 5 hours

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A classic moment of observation and humor comes to life in Let It Go, a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle featuring a New Yorker magazine cover illustrated by Jean-Jacques Sempé, originally published on July 6, 1987. Set against a festive backdrop of an Americana celebration, a crowd gathers as balloons rise into the sky—except for one child who refuses to let theirs go, prompting a call from a nearby adult.

Sempé’s signature wit shines through in this simple yet expressive scene, capturing a universal moment of hesitation, independence, and gentle tension. The composition is filled with patriotic reds, whites, and blues, evoking the spirit of a summer celebration in the USA, while the humor remains timeless and relatable.

With its balance of open space and small narrative detail, the puzzle offers a satisfying, story-driven experience that reveals more with each piece. Perfect for fans of The New Yorker, lovers of subtle humor, and collectors of classic illustration, Let It Go delivers a charming and thoughtful puzzling experience rooted in everyday life.

New Yorker Cover by Artist Jean-Jacques Sempé, originally published on July 6th, 1987
500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
Finished Puzzle Size: 18"x24"
Linen Style Finish to reduce glare
Made in USA
Recommended Age: 13+ Years

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About The Collection

The New Yorker Magazine

Both in print and online, The New Yorker delivers unparalleled reporting and commentary on news and culture, along with humor, fiction, poetry, and cartoons. Since the magazine’s first issue, nearly a century ago, New Yorker covers have captured the Zeitgeist with wit and style. Readers in the Jazz Age and the digital age alike have been moved and amused by the cover art: city...

All The New Yorker Magazine puzzles (129)

Frequently Asked Questions

What comes in a puzzle advent calendar?

Each calendar holds 24 mini jigsaw puzzles, one for every day from December 1 to December 24. Every puzzle has 100 pieces and comes in its own numbered box, all tucked inside a decorative 13" × 13.75" outer box.

How big is each finished puzzle?

Each mini is 100 pieces and small enough to solve on a coffee table or tray. Finished sizes by calendar:

Janet Hill Advent Calendar: 7" × 9"
Loré Pemberton Advent Calendar: 7" × 9" and 8" × 8"
Harry Potter Advent Calendar: 9" × 7" and 7" × 9"
New Yorker Advent Calendar 2nd Edition: 7" × 9"

How long does each puzzle take?

Each 100-piece mini takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your skill level. Just right for a daily puzzle break.

Will the pieces from different days get mixed up?

No. Each puzzle comes in its own small box, so the pieces stay separate until you open that day.

Do I have to open the puzzles in order?

The boxes are numbered 1 to 24, but there are no rules. Open one a day, catch up on a few at once, or save the whole set for a long winter weekend.

Is it too late to start after December 1?

Not at all. Start whenever it arrives and catch up on the days you missed, or treat it as 24 small puzzles to enjoy all winter.

What can I do with the puzzles after Christmas?

Keep them. Each mini goes back in its box, so you can puzzle them again next year, frame a favorite, or tuck a few into stockings and gift bags.

Some customers save their calendar and complete it any time of year. It's a perfect way to focus, challenge yourself and unplug, whatever the season.

Is a puzzle advent calendar a good gift?

Yes. It lasts all December, gives a calm few minutes every day, and leaves the recipient with 24 puzzles to keep, unlike chocolate or beauty samples that are gone in a moment.

Because the puzzles can be done again and again, the gift lasts for years and can become a holiday tradition of its own.