Hans Bregman loves woodworking and makes small wooden puzzles, Soma Cubes, which he sells at local markets. “Ideal for young children. Just seven pieces, but challenging nonetheless,” he says – adding that his fascination with puzzles lies in being able to make something out of a few pieces of wood and giving it to someone who will need hours to take it apart or assemble it.
Hans recently did a 32 000 piece puzzle. Yes, you read that correct! “It took 685 hours over a period of nearly one year, with a two-month break,” he says. “And no, I was never tempted to give up, I took the break because I didn’t want the enjoyment to end.” Hans sourced this puzzle in 2017 at the House and Garden Show, from Puzzles Unlimited. “I bought it before Covid times, but never did anything till January 2021. Lockdowns call for something to kill time and take your mind off things.”
If you want a Soma Cube, Hans is your man. “ I also create Barbie doll-sized furniture and any other type of small wooden toys – like dump trucks, and wooden wheelbarrows for 5 to 6-year-olds.”
FOR MORE INFO: WhatsApp Hans on 079 703 5026