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                                              Crafters Companion Monthly Subscription Box


More and more companies are heading into some kind of monthly subscription program. It could be a monthly stamp set. Some offer complete card kits. Others offer scrapbook kits. Some have just a few items and others have complete projects in each kit. There are a few things to consider before you consider subscribing to any plan or project.

Think About The Cost

Most of these services will require a credit or debit card. You will know the cost of the plan every month. The payment will be required the same time every month, generally ahead of the shipment. The monthly shipment may also include shipping and handling, so understand the total cost. Make sure to look into the company that you are dealing with, so you are sure the information will be safe. Understand the rules if you chose to suspend the subscription. 

Subscription kits are a good way to get all the supplies you need without shopping. They also help you learn new ideas and techniques.


Reasons To Join

  1. You will get enough products to complete projects.
  2. You will learn new techniques and ideas.
  3. You can try new products without committing to them.


Think About The Product Itself 

Understand what is included in your subscription plan. 
  • What are the items that are included?
  • Are they things that are useful to you?
  • Are the items a good value for the price?
  • Can you use the end result of the product?

What About Support For Your Subscription?

Are you getting enough support to help you to complete the project in your monthly kit?
Are the directions included in the kit easy to read and follow? Are their YouTube videos included? Are there blogs, Facebook groups, or other support. 

Now that you have considered all these points and if you are comfortable, it's time to order your subscription and wait for your first order !

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Altenew Subscription Plans

Altenew offers several subscriptions at different price levels that I think you should consider. They offer very quality products at reasonable price points. What I do like about their plan is that they allow you to skip a month if you do not want that product. You can also return a product if you are not happy. The reviews on these plans is very good. I did see some discounts on the list prices.

The first option is a monthly  Build A Flower Subscription Plan. This is a 6" by8" stamp set with a coordinating die set. The subscription plan is $29.99 (plus shipping and handling)

The second option is the Paint A Flower Subscription Plan. You get a 4" by 6" stamp set. This will include a flower outline stamp and sentiments, Plus you get guides to use the stamp.
The list price for this subscription is $15.99.

Another option from Altenew is the Mini Delight Subscription Plan. This is a sweet little 2" by 3" stamp set sent monthly. The list price is $9.99. 

The final option is a set of Build A Flower Layered Flowers And Die Set. These sets are very detailed stamps that will help you create truly beautiful and realistic layered flowers. The list price for this set is $35,00 per month


Crafter's Companion 

The Crafter's Companion Card Kit is very popular. Within the kit are enough supplies to make 18 cards. You will get stamps, cardstock, dies, card forms and matching envelopes. Plus you will get embellishments. There is a special website with demos on making some of the cards. There is also You Tube videos and a Facebook group, On average, there are over 200 individual pieces in each box. The boxes vary in theme. They sometimes will sell extra inventory on their website in limited quantities. 


Dannagirl's Designs

There are several different boxes to chose from in this offer. These cover a wide range of paper crafts.

Junk Journal is a mixed media junk journal subscription. This contains literally everything that you may need to create a junk journal. Everything included in this kit from the journal to the glue and everything in between. This is an every other month kit priced at $30 (every other month) Learn more here,

Scrapbook In A Box  has everything you need to create pages. It includes the paper , journaling cards. embellishments, stamps, chipboard die cuts and more. Depending on how you use it. It appears that you could make 8 or more complete pages from every box. This is a monthly subscription box at $30 per month. Check out this box here.


Mixed Media Mini Boxes- There ate two different options when it comes to the mixed media boxes. The Mini Box helps you create one mixed media project every other month. The price for this box is $15 every two months. More information here.


The Mixed Box is a bigger option than the mini box. It contains everything you need to create a beautiful piece of mixed media art. There are two options- a basic box and a premium box, Boxes start at $30 per month. Check out the options.


The Mix Box
is very different. It enables you to create what is called a scrapbook mixed media art. You will get pieces from the scrapbook box, the junk journal box and the mixed media box. It is a very complete box. You would be able to complete a shadowbox arrangement or a framed piece of artwork. The price is $40 per month. Learn more here.

Scrapbook Store



Here is a package for creating scrapbook pages. You get double sided 12" by 12" paper, die cuts, or other embellishments. You also get a monthly inspiration sheet as well as an opportunity to upgrade the kit. There is also a Facebook group for extra interaction. Membership is $12/month.



Spellbinders

Spellbinders has several options when it comes to monthly options. They all look like good bargains. They offer several membership benefits including 10% off other products, rewards program for every purchase, and optional cancellation at any time. You can skip any month. You will also get an annual membership gift. 

An example of the Small Die Of The Month

Small Die Of The Month is just what it says. Every month you receive a small die. There will also be ideas, information, discounts and gifts. List price for this membership is $15.00 per month.

Example Of Large Die Of The Month


Large Die Of The Month is a monthly membership that sends an exclusive die set that cuts, embosses, and stencils. You will also get inspiration, ideas, discounts and gifts every month. The list price is $27.50 per month. These dies according to the company may include wafer and regular dies that can be used on most manual machines.

An Example Of The Amazing Grace Die Set

The Amazing Grace Die Of The Month is an amazing die set that you will get monthly. Many of the monthly die sets will include options to make 5" by 7" cards. The inlays and accessories include options for smaller projects. The price for this monthly subscription is $32.50 per month.

An Example Of The Card Of The Month Kit

Card Of The Month Kit is one of the best value that you can find. You get dies, clear stamps, die cut shapes, paper, envelopes and embellishments. Contains well over 200 pieces. The kit will make at least 10 cards. You will get inspiration and tutorials. The price for this kit is $38.50 per month. 


An Example Of The Hot Foil Of The Month


The Hot Foil Of The Month Kit is a monthly kit for anyone who has the Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System. Your membership includes a specially designed plate and foil every month. You will get inspiration and membership benefits. The cost per month is $22.50.

Get more information in The Hot Foil Kit Of The Month

Spellbinders Value Clubs

Die Hard Club offers the small and large die in a combo membership. The price for this membership is $35.00 per month  Get more information on this club.

Die Hero Value Club has the small die, the large die and the amazing die all in one package. This is considered $112 dollar value, but the monthly cost is only $57 per month.  Get more information on this club.

Glimmer N Cut Club is a combination monthly club that offers the small die, the large die and the glimmer kit all in one package. ($104 value). Price for this membership is $52 per month. 

Kit N Caboodle Value Club includes the card kit, the small die and the large die all in one package every month. This is a $127 value priced at $63 per month. Get information on this value membership.

The Works has it all in one box every month. It contains the small die, the large die, the amazing die, and the card kit. It is a $172 value and priced at $85 every month. Get more information on The Works. 

Glimmer Groupie has the small die, the large die, glimmer hot foil, and the card kit. It is a value of $167 value priced at $80 per month. Get more information on the Glimmer Grouper package. 

Sizzix Craft Box

Sizzix Craft Box

This craft box has everything you need to create cards and decor. The box may vary, but on average they contain dies, cardstock, ink , embossing powder and embellishments. List for box is $56.18. We did she a sale price of $29.99

They do have multiple Facebook and You Tube resources


Simon Says



The Simon Says Card Kit is wildly popular. The kits vary from month to month. Generally speaking, they include cardstock, envelopes, stamps, and embellishments. Some can include foil, acetate, ink pads and foam sheets. Contents vary from month to month. This is a very full box and generally sells out. Cost for this membership is $34.99 plus shipping and handling.

Tonic Studios

The Tonic Studios have two kits that feature many of their great products. The kits contain does, stamps, papers and Nuevo products. All of the papers, embellishments, dies and stamps all coordinate with the theme of that month. These kits have a lot of products for the price. You can buy the kit as a one time purchase at $39. You can buy the kit as a monthly subscription for $33 per month. You can get the kits quarterly at $97.99. 






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