Subscription Box Reviews

Crafted Gluten Free January 2016 Kids Box Review

January 11, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Crafted Gluten Free is a subscription box that sends a hand-picked selection of gluten-free goodies to your door every month.

You can choose from 3 monthly subscription types: the “standard” Gluten-free box, Kid’s box, or Dorm box. They also offer one-time purchase boxes with specific themes including brunch, game day, cookies, protein, and more.

The monthly boxes include not only gluten-free snacks, but full-sized meal items as well. You can expect to find items such as crackers, baking mixes, cookies, fruit snacks, breakfast foods, condiments, popcorn, and more. [read more…]

Ecocentric Mom November/December 2015 “Mom & Baby” Box Review

January 10, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Ecocentric Mom time again!

If you’re unaware, Ecocentric Mom is a unique subscription box that features mom & baby products that are eco-friendly, natural, organic, and often vegan-friendly. There are 3 different box options to choose from. I (still) subscribe to the “Mom & Baby” box, but they also offer a “Mom-to-Be Box” and just a plain ol’ “Mom” box. They also offer an “Ecocentric Box” for women in general (moms and non-moms alike!). [read more…]

SNATCH Beef Jerky January 2016 Review

January 10, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

SNATCH Beef Jerky is a subscription “box” that sends you a selection of low sodium beef jerky every month.

Each shipment will contain a package of each flavor of their premium jerky — 5 bags in all. SNATCH beef jerky is made with grass-fed California beef raised without the use of hormones and is processed in a USDA-approved facility. The jerky is also free of preservatives, nitrates, and MSG. Compared to store brands which contain between 400 and 800 mg of sodium per ounce, SNATCH is typically between 50 to 270 mg. [read more…]

Kids’ Candor Bilingual Children’s Subscription Box Review & Coupon Code

January 10, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Kids’ Candor is a new subscription box that sends your child a new collection of interactive bilingual learning materials every month.

Monthly kits are delivered based on your child’s age, ranging from infant through preschool. Each bilingual kit (in English and Spanish) will contain games, original music, activities, toys, and more. Boxes also feature a new theme every month — from food & drink, to shapes, letters, and other fun categories. The kits are designed not only to make learning fun for your little one, but also to promote key development skills. [read more…]

Skoshbox January 2016 Japanese Snack Box Review & Coupon Code

January 9, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Skoshbox is a fun subscription box that sends you a selection of unique Japanese candies and snacks every month.

Each box will consist of a sampling of handpicked snacks, candy, and other treats sourced from Japan. Skoshbox (pronounced skōsh box), is derived from the Japanese word “sukoshi” which means “a little bit”. Hence, the small sample-sized collection. For those who want a larger box with more full-sized treats you can opt for Dekabox — packed with a whole pound of snacks. [read more…]

GlobeIn Artisan Box January 2016 Review & Coupon Code

January 8, 2016 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

GlobeIn time! January’s theme is “Bathe” and is possibly my favorite box to date.

If you’re not aware, GlobeIn is a monthly subscription box that features handcrafted goods by artisans around the world. Each month features a new theme with products supplied by various artisans.

GlobeIn helps to bring income and exposure to small artists, while introducing you to beautiful pieces of their culture. Many of the products included are eco-friendly, fairly traded, and/or organic. Subscriptions are $35/month (shipping included), or less with multi-month commitments. — You can save 25% on your first month with any 3-month or longer subscription with coupon code “WELCOME“. [read more…]

Birchbox January 2016 Review & Coupon Code

January 8, 2016 by Wendy Rose — 4 Comments

January Birchbox time!

If you’re new to Birchbox, it’s basically a monthly subscription box that sends you 4-5 grooming, beauty, and lifestyle samples for just $10/month. When you sign up you take a style quiz and they send you products that best fit your profile. Both well-known and up-and-coming brands are included, all in generously sized multi-use samples. [read more…]

Abuela Mami December 2015 Cuban Subscription Box Review

January 7, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Abuela Mami (“Grandmother Mom”) is a new Miami-based subscription box that sends you a monthly delivery of Cuban coffee, treats, and other surprises.

Each box will feature 4 to 9 hand-picked items relating to Cuban culture. You can expect to receive items such as snacks, coffee, kitchen tools, mugs, candies, meats, games, dried fruits, and more. Abuela Mami also offers a “coffee only” box for lovers of Cafe Bustelo and other Cuban brands. [read more…]

PureBox January 2016 Natural Beauty Box Review & Coupon Code

January 7, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

PureBox is a newer monthly subscription box dedicated to 100% non-toxic, natural, and indie beauty products.

Each box will feature one full-sized product (sometimes two) and four or more deluxe sized sample items. Rather than sending a box full of many different brands, PureBox prefers to focus on just a couple so that you get a better feel for the products that each brand offers. They guarantee an average retail value of between $60 and $80 in every box! [read more…]

TinselBox January 2016 New Year’s Box Review & Coupon Code

January 6, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

TinselBox is a newer subscription box that sends you a collection of unique holiday and seasonally themed items every month.

Each box will feature fun and festive items for the upcoming month’s holiday (so you can plan in advance!). Subscribers can expect to receive high quality items that are often handmade and/or from various parts of the world. While you can sometimes find cute holiday items at the dollar store, those are NOT the kind of products you’ll see in your TinselBox. Think fun, whimsical, beautifully made home decor pieces and celebratory items worth… celebrating. 😉 [read more…]

Mary’s Secret Ingredients Winter 2015 Box Review, Coupon Code & Giveaway!

January 6, 2016 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

Mary’s Secret Ingredients is a culinary surprise box that helps you “put some LOVE in your cooking!”.

Mary is the writer behind the food blog “Love — The Secret Ingredient“, where she shares recipes, cooking tips, and more. She launched Mary’s Secret Ingredients to introduce others to some of her favorite artisanal and gourmet goodies. She also shares recipes on her blog which will incorporate the ingredients in the boxes.

New boxes are released every season with a limited number available. 10% of their yearly profits are donated to Feed the Children, an organization that provides food, water, health care, and education to children in need. [read more…]

Kloverbox December 2015 Review & Coupon Code

January 5, 2016 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

While I never did receive November’s box for review (fulfillment issues?), December’s Kloverbox made it to me by the end of the month. (I just haven’t gotten a chance to review it until now.)

If you’re not aware, Kloverbox is a monthly subscription box that features eco-friendly products ranging anywhere from snacks and personal products to makeup, household goods, and more. The purpose of the box is to introduce you to “cleaner” versions of the products you use on a daily basis. [read more…]

My Pretend Place December 2015 Projects Box Review & Coupon Code

January 4, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Time for another Pretend Play Projects box from My Pretend Place review!

If you’re new to them, The My Pretend Place Projects box is geared towards children 3 to 8 years old. It contains all of the materials needed to complete a new pretend play item each month. They actually include enough materials to make 2 of each project — perfect for siblings or friends to join in the fun. [read more…]

Fit Snack December 2015 Review & Coupon Code

January 4, 2016 by Wendy Rose — 1 Comment

December Fit Snack time!

If you’re new to them, Fit Snack is a snack subscription box that’s curated to include items that are both well balanced and nutrient dense. When selecting products to include in the box, they use the Fit Snack “Perfect 10″. Put simply, they look for snacks that fall into one or more of these categories: Nutrient Dense (high in protein, complex carbs, low sugar index), Consciously Made (GMO free, organic production, sustainably farmed), and Diversified Energy (gluten free, clean eating, paleo, raw). [read more…]

Book of the Month Club December 2015 Review & 50% Off Coupon Code

January 3, 2016 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Book of the Month Club (BOTM) is a subscription that sends you a new hardcover book as chosen by a panel of judges every month.

You’ll be given a choice between five different book selections which will be revealed on their site on the first of the month.

The books will include a broad range of genres and offer a mix of both fiction and nonfiction titles. The Book of the Month team reviews thousands of submissions from dozens of publishers, and works closely with the BOTM judges to select exceptional books that they think members will enjoy. [read more…]

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