Socks, undies, perfume, candles......blah blah boring.

This Christmas choosing a jigsaw puzzle is the perfect gift as puzzling around the world takes off. The introduction of fabulous new designs and with the standard of jigsaw puzzles at an all-time high, choosing the right jigsaw has never been easier.

Also, providing someone a gift that stimulates the mind and sensory functions is a healthy activity for anyone to undertake. (Did you know that doing a jigsaw puzzle trains both sides of the brain?)

This year we have compiled a selection of jigsaws that will make the perfect Christmas gift. From entry level pricing to premium and from 12 piece to 5000 piece puzzles, there's something for everyone.

For Grandparents

Depending on the cognitive function, there are 12, 13, 23, 35, 40, 63, 100, 200, 300 or 500 pieces that are large format and designed for seniors.

Our picks for grandparents are:

Less Difficult - The Piecing Together Range from Gibson is perfect. Large pieces, reminiscent designs and beautiful colours you can't go wrong. This range is available in 12, 24 and 40 piece designs.($29.95)

The Grandparents Challenge - The Ravensburger large format range is perfect and you can choose 100, 200, 300 or 500 piece designs. This choice was a no-brainer. ($29.95)

For Puzzle Lovers

Best entry level puzzle ($11.95-$19.95)

The Blue Opal Ultimate Puzzle Collection cannot be beaten for value for money at $12.95 each. These colourful 1000 piece jigsaws provide great quality and a great price and are an affordable gift for family and friends this Christmas.

Best mid price puzzle ($20-$34.95)

Cloudberries Gradient is the perfect challenge with bright colours and high quality jigsaw at a great price point ($29.95 now on sale). Cloudberries have a huge range of vibrant and unique designs and are definitely worth taking a look. Great value for money.

Magnolia was a very close second particularly as they are currently on sale for $34.95. A great range with super fun designs. 

Best premium puzzle ($35-$60)

Water & Wines Australia (or any other country for that matter) is super fun and spectacular. Mapping out the vineyards and wine regions of Australia, these designs are the perfect gift. ($49.95 On Special)

Close second are the gorgeous designs in the Tania Wicks range for the lovers of detail. Tania a QLD photographer has compiled a spectacular range that is definitely worth a look. ($49.95 On Special)

Best Children's Puzzles

The Cloudberries range is outstanding with funky designs and even 3D puzzles, you must take a look, the kids will love them ($19.95)

There are so many choices regardless of the age of the person in mind and budget. Take a look in the Mindconnect store, with over 1500 products you're sure to find something to take the shopping pressure off.