New Subscription Box Alert! Acme Party Box Craft Subscription!

Thanks to My Subscription Addiction reader Corrine for alerting me to this new subscription service!

The Box: Acme Party Craft Subscription

The Cost: $25 a month

The Products: Each craft month is already planned out. You can view the crafts for the entire year here and select when you want your subscription to start.

What do you think of this type of craft subscription service? It removes the surprise element, but at the same time I like that I can decide which crafts I'm interested in and plan accordingly.


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New Monthly Subscription Box Alert! Amazepack! DIY and Craft Subscription Service

Amazepack is a new monthly craft subscription box that delivers all the materials you need to create a DIY project.

The Box: Amazepack

The Cost: $24.95 a month (free shipping)

The Products: Everything needed for one amazing craft project.

Curious to see what types of supplies you can expect each month? This past month's project was Mason Soap Jar Dispensers, and you can see everything included in the box here.


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Celebrate Crate - October 2012 Review - Monthly Party and Craft Subscription Boxes

I have been so curious about what would be inside my first Celebrate Crate - this month's theme was no surprise - Halloween!

The Box: Celebrate Crate

The Cost: $20 a month (shipping included)

The Products: Party themed gear. (Party props, creative crafts, etc.)

Fred and Friends Skull and Bones Ice Tray - Value $6

In addition to ice, you can use this for chocolate too. Celebrate Crate set up a fun s'mores bar here.

Americana Glow in the Dark Paint - 2 oz Value $6

Spigot Set - Value $5

OK, when I first pulled this spigot set out of the box, I was completely clueless as to what it was for. (There were no instructions in the box, but it turns out all the tutorials you need are online here.) And then I found out it's awesome purpose - a Pumpkin Keg!! I am definitely impressed with the creativity in the projects the team at Celebrate Crate suggests.

Ping Pong Eye Balls - Value $2

Celebrate Crate suggests using these as a creepy garnish to cocktails or as way to make beer pong a little scarier! Check out a picture here.

Lastly, a sweet card from Ruff House Art - Value $4

Verdict: I am so thrilled with this box. I can use these items my way, or follow the instructions and recommendations Celebrate Crate provides on their site. I think their project ideas are creative, fun and easy to do - which fits my DIY personality perfectly! This box is seriously making me want to throw a Halloween Party! What do you think of Celebrate Crate? Will you subscribe?


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New Crafty Subscription Box Alert! Brit Kit from Brit.Co - DIY Kits!

What awesome news! I check Brit.Co on a daily basis, and I was so excited to read today that they are launching their own DIY craft subscription service!

The Box: Brit Kit

The Cost: $19.99 (free shipping)

The Products: Projects may range from home decor, party essentials, food + treats, fashion accessories, and more.

You can also sign up for the DIY Starter Kit (Everything you need to be a fully equipped DIY ninja). The cost for the starter kit is $29.99, but if you sign up for a subscription you can get it for $14.99.

What do you think of the Brit Kit? I'm pretty excited about it. Want to get a better idea of what type of crafts to expect? Check out their past DIY projects here.

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Whimsey Box - Monthly Craft Subscription Box Review - September 2012

This is my first Whimsey Box and I'm pretty frustrated and confused by it.  I was really looking forward to getting more crafty (I have a DIY pinterest board but have yet to act on it!) and I thought Whimsey Box would be a great craft-time reminder each month.

First off, the packaging is beautiful. It has great branding and made me feel like I was unwrapping a gift! Sadly, this is where the fun part of the box ended for me.

The Box: Whimsey Box

The Cost: $25 a month

The Products: Craft products and ideas (This month's project idea was a painted pattern scarf)

White fabric scarf - Value $1

The picture doesn't show the scale of the fabric, but it's about the size of a dinner napkin. Unfortunately the fabric feels very cheap (It's 100% polyester, very thin and very stiff).

Whimsey Box promotional ruler - bonus item

Paint Brushes - Value $2

Whimsey Box promotional sticker - bonus item

DecoArt Ink Effects - 1 oz Value $7

This paint is definitely interesting. You use it on normal paper then iron it onto the fabric.


Verdict: I paid $25 and at most received about $10 worth of product.  I've never received a subscription box before where the value of the items were less than half of what I paid.  In addition, the paint brushes and scarf fabric are very low quality items. As a customer, I feel taken advantage of. I would cancel immediately but I signed up for a 3 month subscription.

To be fair, I should mention that Whimsey Box never claimed to have a certain value in their boxes, but I think it's standard practice for subscription services to hit close to the value paid by the customer.

So, like I stated before, I'm frustrated and confused! On one hand, I love the idea of a craft subscription box. Whimsey Box has also done a great job at packaging. But to me, the products just aren't sufficient.

I'll stop the ranting for now :) I am always honest on this blog, but I also try to keep things positive. This was a more negative post for me - but I felt it needed to be said. Please let me know what you think of this box and my opinion on it.


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New Monthly Subscription Box Alert! Celebrate Crate!

Thank you to My Subscription Addiction reader Lisa for alerting me to this new subscription service!

Celebrate Crate is a new party themed subscription box:

"Celebrate Crate is a monthly subscription box filled with inspirational ideas and supplies. From party paraphernalia, to dessert décor, to gifting gear, we include anything and everything to help you celebrate the big and little, holidays and every day.

All Celebrate Crates are expertly curated by our editorial team and are matched with easy DIY instructions and engaging editorial."

The Box: Celebrate Crate

The Cost: $20 a month including shipping

The Products: Party themed gear (think party props, creative crafts, etc.)

I'm pretty curious to see what will be in the October box! (Sign up by 9/20 to get the first box). What do you think - will you sign up?


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New Monthly Subscription Boxes - Craftistas! - Indie Craft Kits

I think monthly craft subscriptions are so fun. They provide a really simple way to do more DIY projects since you have all the supplies you need sent to your door!

The Box: Craftistas Kit

The Cost: $20 a month

The Products: We find the most intriguing crafts and collect all the necessary materials. We then package them up, write step-by-step instructions, and mail the kit directly to your doorstep.

Craftistas is currently taking sign ups (you don't have to pay yet) to be notified when the first box is available. 

Interested in other craft kit subscription boxes? Check out the Indie and Craft Directory!


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