2 Little Rosebuds
Subscription box reviews by a vegan mom of twins
Monthly subscription boxes for little boys and girls. Contents can range from crafts, toys, art projects, clothing, and other toddler and kid-friendly themes.
August Bramble Box review time!
If you’re not aware, Bramble Box is a fun subscription box for children aged 4 through 8 years old. Unlike many kid’s boxes which tend to focus on crafts and toys, Bramble Box encourages learning through open-ended pretend play. [read more…]
September Stickii review time!
If you haven’t heard, Stickii is a subscription “box” that sends you a hand-picked selection of fun stickers every month. There are 3 different themed collections to choose from: Cute Pack (kawaii, warm, pastel), Retro Pack (vintage, earthy, nostalgic), or Pop Pack (bright, trendy, cool). No matter which theme you choose, you’ll receive a selection of 5+ big sticker sheets, 10+ small to medium stickers, and 1-2 washi tape samples. [read more…]
Lillypost is a new subscription box that sends beautiful children’s books and other surprises to your door every month.
There are two different box options to choose from: Board Books (for ages 0-2) and Picture Books (for ages 3 and up). Board book plans come with 5 books per box, while the picture book option includes 4 books. No matter which plan you choose, all of the books will be individually wrapped for your child to open and discover. Plus, with every box sold, Lillypost will donate one book to a child in need through various literacy-based charities. [read more…]
It’s September 2016 bluum unboxing time!
If you’re not aware, bluum (yes, with a lowercase b) is a monthly subscription box for babies & kiddos from birth through age 5. Each box contains four or more products that are responsibly sourced, eco-friendly and often organic. The contents are based on the age of your kiddo in months, so there are many variations in the boxes that are sent in each shipment. (I don’t think I’ve seen any two boxes that were exactly the same.) [read more…]
September Tonttu Box review time!
If you haven’t heard, Tonttu Box is a subscription box that sends an assortment of products for moms, babies, and expectant parents. Each box will feature 5 to 6 items carefully curated and tailored for your baby’s age and gender. Items can include unique handmade finds, educational books, toys, delicious treats, natural & organic cosmetics, healthy snacks, and more. Tonttu Box makes a point to support small local businesses, artists, and they love to give back. In fact, if you have any gently used baby clothes that you’d like to part with, just send them to Tonttu Box (in your Tonttu Box) and they’ll deliver them to families in need. [read more…]
It’s August 2016 My Geek Box unboxing time!
If you’re not aware, My Geek Box is a monthly geek/gamer subscription box based out of the UK. Each box will feature a limited edition t-shirt, along with 4 to 7 other geek-inspired goodies. Items can include collectible figures, books, wearables, mugs, keychains, toys, comics, and more. They also offer a Pop! and a Top box that includes a t-shirt and mystery Funko Pop! vinyl figure, as well as My Geek Box Kids that features more kid-friendly geek & gamer items. [read more…]
August ZBOX unboxing time! — This month’s theme is “Invasion”.
ZBOX is a UK-based subscription box that sends you a mystery collection of geeky goodies every month. Each box will feature a new theme — from zombies and the undead to retro games and pop culture — and contain over £35 (roughly $48) worth of exclusive and licensed merchandise. The interior of each month’s box will be designed specifically around the theme and include a little “Easter-egg” for you to seek out. [read more…]
Outside the Box by Cheeky Days is a new monthly subscription box for families with a focus on community and giving.
Each box will focus on a different theme and will include a children’s t-shirt or fun wearable item, a hand-selected children’s book, 2-4 crafts or activities that reinforce the monthly theme, community cards that inspire intentional ways to share Outside The Box, and more. Every month will also highlight a different non-profit, community service, or give-back company which will receive a portion of each box sold that month. Boxes are designed for families with children ages 2 through 7 and sibling packs are also available. [read more…]
It’s DoodleBug Busy Bags time! — The theme for August’s “bag” was “Animal Science: Birds & Insects”!
If you’re new to them, DoodleBug Busy Bags is a fun subscription for little ones from Kidable Adventures (the company behind Little Thinker Box). Bags are aimed at children ages 3 through 9 and contain all of the materials needed to complete 4 to 8 fun crafts. Each bag will focus on a different theme, often relating to upcoming holidays or seasons. Monthly subscriptions are $15.99 and include free shipping. [read more…]
Little Thinker Box is a monthly educational subscription box for children ages 3 through 6.
Each box will feature a different theme which is broken down into four different components: Read, Create, Explore, and Learn. The “Read” component will consist of a book based on the current month’s theme… “Create” will feature hands-on crafts… “Explore” will include pretend play props, science experiments, and other activities… Lastly, “Learn” (the heart of Little Thinker Box) will feature fun/educational worksheets used to make learning early foundational skills fun. Each fun sheet is grouped into one of three levels: Head Start, PreK, and Kindergarten. All levels are provided in each box, giving your child the opportunity to work in his/her level, as well as be exposed to levels that could challenge him/her. They always include a special snack in each box as well. [read more…]
It’s August 2016 bluum unboxing time!
If you’re not aware, bluum (yes, with a lowercase b) is a monthly subscription box for babies & kiddos from birth through age 5. Each box contains four or more products that are responsibly sourced, eco-friendly and often organic. The contents are based on the age of your kiddo in months, so there are many variations in the boxes that are sent in each shipment. (I don’t think I’ve seen any two boxes that were exactly the same.) [read more…]
Stickii is a subscription “box” that sends you a hand-picked selection of fun stickers every month.
There are 3 different themed collections to choose from: Cute Pack (kawaii, warm, pastel), Retro Pack (vintage, earthy, nostalgic), or Pop Pack (bright, trendy, cool). No matter which theme you choose, you’ll receive a selection of 5+ big sticker sheets, 10+ small to medium stickers, and 1-2 washi tape samples. [read more…]
Tonttu Box is a newer subscription box that sends an assortment of products for moms, babies, and expectant parents.
Each box will feature 5 to 6 items carefully curated and tailored for your baby’s age and gender. Items can include unique handmade finds, educational books, toys, delicious treats, natural & organic cosmetics, healthy snacks, and more. Tonttu Box makes a point to support small local businesses, artists, and they love to give back. In fact, if you have any gently used baby clothes that you’d like to part with, just send them to Tonttu Box (in your Tonttu Box) and they’ll deliver them to families in need. [read more…]
August Lil’ Bear Book Club review time!
If you’re not familiar with them, Lil’ Bear Book Club is a subscription box that sends 2 to 4 children’s books to your door every month. There are two different subscription types to choose from: board books (3-4 per box) or picture books (2-4 per box). Whichever plan you choose, each book will be gift wrapped for your child to open. This also makes it great for gift-giving for holidays, birthdays, etc. A portion of the sale of each Lil’ Bear Book Club subscription is always donated to children in need. [read more…]
My July 2016 Loot Crate showed up late again this month, but it allowed me to get caught up on other boxes, so it’s all good.
If you still haven’t heard, Loot Crate is a monthly subscription box for fans of gamer/geek culture. Every month you’ll get a box packed with 6-8 items that can include toys, gear, figures, art, accessories, and more. They often send special limited edition Loot Crate exclusive items as well. [read more…]
