PrintsTo.Me is the newest way to transfer your Instagram photos from your phone into your hands. Started by the same folks who run BooksTo.Me (reviewed here), PrintsTo.Me offers a variety of fun options for printing out your Instagram-based images. From magnets, to ornaments, to plain ‘ol prints… They’ve got you covered. [read more…]
Christmas Cake Decorating Kit Review & Giveaway (10 Winners!)
I first posted about My Cake Decorating kits back in October. — It’s a monthly subscription service that sends you step-by-step guides, decorating tools, tips, recipes, and more to make beautiful cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. They recently asked if I would be interested in reviewing their Christmas Cake Decorating kit, as well as offering a giveaway for my readers. — Of course I would! [read more…]
Try the World 2014 Holiday Edition Box Review & Discount
I haven’t reviewed a Try the World box since last summer, so I was excited when they recently offered to send me another box. A limited edition holiday box, to be specific. Fun!
Try the World is a subscription service that invites your taste buds to explore a new city every sixty days. Each box will include 7-10 locally made/grown gourmet goodies as well as cultural finds — such as music playlists and movie recommendations — produced in the city being featured. Subscriptions are $39 every 2 months, or less with longer commitments. [read more…]
New Children’s Subscription: Bramble Box December 2014 Review & Discount
Bramble Box is a brand new subscription box for children aged 3 through 8 years old. Unlike many kid’s boxes which tend to focus on crafts and toys, Bramble Box encourages learning through dramatic/pretend play. [read more…]
Ecocentric Mom November/December 2014 “Mom & Baby Box” Review
Ecocentric Mom time! I always look forward to this box for two reasons: One, it only comes every other month (the wait makes it more exciting). Two, I never know what’s going to be inside. It’s rare that I ever see a spoiler/review before receiving my box, so the contents always remain a mystery.
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 subscribe to the “Mom & Baby” box, but they also offer a “Mom-to-Be Box” and just a plain ol’ “Mom” box. [read more…]
From the Lab November 2014 Review & Special Offer
I’m almost all caught up on all of my November reviews (thanks again, winter storm) and From the Lab is one of the last of the stragglers. The photos aren’t the best quality, as I was really struggling with lighting, but I really just wanted to get this posted. So… here goes! [read more…]
Urthbox November 2014 Vegan Box Review & Discount
I haven’t gotten an Urthbox since March so I was surprised when this November box just kinda showed up unexpectedly the other day. I’m not a fan of unexpected visitors, but snacks? Those can show up whenever the heck they want.
If you’re not aware, Urthbox is a monthly snack box that focuses on products that are natural, organic, and GMO-free. They have 4 different box options to choose from: Classic, Vegan, Gluten-free, and Diet. They also offer 3 different size choices: Small ($19/mo), Medium ($29/mo), and Large ($49/mo). They have gift options as well and shipping is always free. [read more…]
BlushBox November 2014 Teaser Box Review & Cyber Monday Deals
BlushBox is an adult subscription box that offers both monthly, quarterly, and one time boxes. You can expect to find items such as oils, accessories, beauty products, intimate apparel, and other goodies to keep things interesting in the bedroom. Or kitchen. Or wherever you choose to get bizzay. (Note: Post contains products of “adult” nature, so please don’t read on if that sorta thing offends you. Or if you’re under 18.) [read more…]
Birchbox November 2014 Review & Final Chance for Black Friday Deal
Yep, I’ve finally decided to jump on the bandwagon and sign up for Birchbox! I had heard really good things about it and was curious if I’d enjoy it more than Ipsy. Plus, I also heard they had an awesome rewards system and was eager to check it out.
If you’re new to Birchbox (like me!), 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…]
Citrus Lane November 2014 Review #2 + Black Friday Deal
As with the last few boxes I’ve reviewed, my November Citrus Lane box was also mega late due to the winter storm. It was totally worth the wait though, because I LOVE it!
If you haven’t heard, Citrus Lane is a monthly subscription for babies/kids aged newborn-5. It’s $29/month (less with longer term subscriptions) and includes a nice assortment of toys, books, snacks, toiletries, etc. Sometimes they even include a gift for mom. It’s by far one of my favorite boxes to open each month. [read more…]
Love With Food November 2014 Review & Black Friday Deal
Phew! I didn’t think I’d ever see my November Love With Food box. First, they notified me that it would be late and credited my account with 200 points for the trouble. Then the winter storm hit and delayed the box even more. Finally it arrived yesterday, in a big ol’ heap of equally tardy boxes.
Love With Food is one of the most affordable subscriptions out there. — It’s only $10/month (plus $2 shipping) for their “Tasting” box (this one). They also have a “deluxe” box for $19.95/month (free shipping), as well as a 100% Gluten Free version. With every box purchased, Love With Food donates a meal to a person in need. [read more…]
Sudsy Box December 2014 Review & Discount
Unsealing December’s Sudsy Box was like releasing all of the scents of Christmas morning (in a box). Does that make sense? Eh, it totally did when I opened this collection of festive goodness. Mmmm… Christmasy!
Loot Crate November 2014 “Battle” Review & Discount
FIGHT! — November’s Loot Crate is dedicated to the good ol’ sport of “battle”. Thanks to the crazy weather, I got my box a lot later than usual. Ah yes, the mighty snow storm was a battle of which my trusty mailman just could not win. Zing! [read more…]
New Subscription Box: Beauty Joy November 2014 Review
Beauty Joy is a brand new makeup & beauty subscription box that sends you a nice selection of cosmetics, skin products, and jewelry at an affordable price. [read more…]
Winter Storm 2014 aka The Week Without Subscription Boxes
Photo credit: Associated Press
Thanks to the big record-breaking winter (autumn?) storm that hit the Buffalo area last week, I’m way behind on my subscription box reviews. I haven’t gotten any packages delivered and I can’t really review what I don’t have. (I’m not that awesome. Not yet, anyway.)
Luckily, when it was all said and done my neighborhood only got about 7 inches of snow. Other nearby not so fortunate areas of the city/’burbs got over 6 FEET. In-SANE! My brother-in-law was actually stuck on the thruway for over 8 hours. With no signs of getting rescued, he had to tunnel through the snow to seek shelter in a nearby hotel. Sadly, others weren’t so lucky. I believe there were a total of 13 storm-related deaths last week. Awful.
So on that note, I suppose as much as I’ve missed my mail delivery, things could have been a LOT worse.
With all that behind us… BRING ON THE BOXES!! 😉