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Rice Creative Services, LLC is a Minnesota-based creative business founded by graphic and puzzle designer Melanie Rice, who brings more than 30 years of experience to her work. Based in Walker, in Minnesota’s northwoods, the business offers design services with a focus on logo design and vector tracing, alongside its signature illustrated puzzles.

Its Minnesota Puzzle Collection features hand-drawn, whimsical artwork inspired by the state’s places, culture, food, wildlife, traditions, and humor. Designs include Hotdishes of Minnesota, Desserts of Minnesota, Minnesota 101 Trivia, Landmarks of Minnesota, Minnesota Animals, Lefse Love, Holiday Break, Midwest Life, and A Year of Loons. Most are 1,000-piece puzzles, with select 500-piece options. The collection is made in Minnesota and printed in the USA, with a matte finish and precision-cut pieces designed for a satisfying fit. Rice Creative Services also offers a Hotdish Towel and has collaborated with Puzzle Twist on a Midwest road-trip puzzle featuring attractions from 12 states.