2 Little RosebudsSubscription box reviews by a vegan mom of twins
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 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…]
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 (“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 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…]
We have a spoiler for the January 2016 POPSUGAR Must Have box!
Each box will include… [read more…]
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 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…]
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…]
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…]
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 (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…]
The Better Beauty Box is a newer subscription box that curates a monthly selection of natural and non-toxic products especially for teens and tweens.
Each box will contain an assortment of both full and trial sized beauty, skin care, and cosmetics products that are chosen with teens/tweens in mind. Items can include nail polish, facial masks, lip balms, body lotions, cosmetics, and more. Boxes will typically contain at least 5 products, with 1-3 of those items being makeup. (For those who prefer more skin care type items, they also have a “makeup free” box option.) [read more…]
Boxwalla is a new bi-monthly subscription that sends you your choice of a beauty, food, film, or book themed box every other month. (I reviewed December’s Beauty Box not too long ago.)
Here’s a brief summary of the 4 different boxes offered: The Beauty Box features non-toxic, cruelty-free full and travel-sized products made by small businesses. The Food Box includes artisanal goodies such as jams, chocolates, coffee, and more. The Film Box will contain two films along with inserts with detailed information on each film. Finally, the Book Box contains 3 books and a fun book-related product or accessory. You can sign up for multiple boxes or switch between them as often as you like.
The Grapevine Box is a new monthly subscription box that sends you a selection of cruelty free and organic beauty and lifestyle items.
Each box will contain a mix of both full and sample sized products from new and emerging brands. The Grapevine Box seeks out the best in undiscovered products and delivers them to subscribers every month. Items can include makeup, skincare, healthy snacks, serums, bath products, and more. [read more…]
