Our Story

Welcome to Puzzle & Pause—a mother and son owned company based in Utah, inspired by our shared love of puzzles, candles, and cozy moments at home. We created Puzzle & Pause to help others slow down and enjoy intentional time with loved ones through a combination of beautiful imagery, relaxing scents, and mindful experiences.

Each of our puzzles is paired with a custom candle, designed to match the theme of the image—bringing the scene to life through sight and scent. From mountain air to ocean breeze, our goal is to offer a simple, eco-friendly way to unwind, connect, and create memories.

Puzzles have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. One of my favorite childhood memories is my puzzle-themed 5th birthday party, where my mom made me a custom puzzle from a printed photo on cardboard—and even made a puzzle themed cake. That love has only grown, and now we’re excited to share that joy with you.

We hope our puzzles and candles bring you a moment of calm, creativity, and joy—a little pause in your busy day.

Thanks for being here,

– Maxx & Carol