Making Your Own "Have a Heart" Puzzles

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The discussion revolves around the creation and enjoyment of homemade puzzles, specifically referencing a "have a heart" puzzle made by a father for his children. Participants express enthusiasm for making and playing with puzzles, highlighting their fun and cost-effective nature. Some individuals mention the challenge of convincing others that puzzles are based on logic rather than magic tricks. There is a light-hearted acknowledgment of past experiences with puzzle manipulation, including modifying a puzzle by cutting and re-soldering components, drawing a humorous connection to the notorious figure Smokey Yunick and his unconventional tactics. The conversation maintains a playful tone while celebrating the creativity involved in puzzle-making.
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Has anyone made their own ?

dad made the" have a heart" puzzle for us kids years ago, they can be fun and
cheap to make.
http://www.puzzles.ca/puzzles_2.html
 
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I never even thought of it, but it's a good idea. I love playing with them.
 
Danger said:
I never even thought of it, but it's a good idea. I love playing with them.

Some people take one look and say it is impossible, then that it is a magic trick.
they take some convincing that it is just logic. :smile:
 
omg, you bring up all of my horrid past secrets! yes...I did cut through the wire..remove the hoop and soder it back together...there are you happy now?
 
Another devotee of Smokey Yunick-style cheating.:approve: :devil: :biggrin:
 
hypatia said:
omg, you bring up all of my horrid past secrets! yes...I did cut through the wire..remove the hoop and soder it back together...there are you happy now?

Is this the tip of the ice berg? :biggrin:
 
Why its a honor to be mentioned in any context of Smokey Yunick:wink:
If you can't beat them, steal there battery!
 
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