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Monthly Archives: May 2013

Calendar May 31, 2013 05/31/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 1 Comment 1

Kiwi Crate: May 2013: Feathered Friends

This is a late post, as I thought I already posted my review.  Don’t forget to enter my contest to win a $20.00 gift card to Kiwi Crate.  The post is a couple posts down, or you can use the search box on the right.  This month’s Kiwi Crate theme was “Feathered Friends”.  The two main projects were the bird mask and wings and a project to make a bird nest and eggs. This month’s box was packed full of items.  There was also an 2 additional booklets of information.  The first booklet was a sneak peak at the June, July and August Crates!  I am really excited for the crates this summer, as I know my son will love them.  If you want to be surprised, stop reading after you see the picture of the booklet Camp Kiwi.  My son L is almost 4 and he didn’t need very much help at all with the projects. Here is what was in the box: How the box comes First Look All the contents Bird Nest and Eggs project You put the glue in the cup with the yarn and mix.  L doesn’t like getting his hands messy, but he did it. Then you flatten the yarn around the bowl (stopping 3/4  the way down). You let it dry for 24 hrs and then remove from the bowl They included a white crayon so you can draw a pattern on your eggs.  Then you paint them blue. EVERY SINGLE item you need is included (well, minus the paper towels) Bird Mask and Wings Supplies.  They included beaks for a kiwi, duck and woodpecker.  The child puts Velcro dots on each beak, so the child can switch out what bird he/she wants to be. Making the mask.  The parent was instructed toContinue Reading




Calendar May 30, 2013 05/30/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 1 Comment 1

Bluum May 2013 Cover Up and Balancing Act.

This is my second month with Bluum. I really enjoyed my first box and decided to also get a box for my 3 year old.  My 3 year old is almost 4, so I knew going in I might get some things that are too young for him.  Bluum sends out boxes every month with a theme according to the child’s age.  It is for 0-3 and you get 4-5 items every month. This month, Bluum had a huge influx of customers from a Plum District deal (now expired) and they sent out their boxes a week late.  Their were several unhappy customers and Bluum finally released a statement about the late boxes.  While I admit, their customer service needs improving, I really do love the boxes. I received two boxes this month: 15 month old Balancing Act and 3 year old Cover Up Balancing Act 15 month old boy The whole box Theme card and coupon for $15.00 off a purchase at Chromatic Gallerie.  There were also coupons for Happy Family mOmma spoon by Lansinoh (Bluum’s Price: $4.99,Amazon price: 7.00) I am excited for my son to try this.  It looks easy for babies/toddlers to hold Reusable sandwich wrapper (or other foods) by Kids Konserve (Bluum’s Price: $4.50 Amazon price $5.00) I love this product and will use this.  I like the idea of re-using bags. How do I feel set of 10 books (Bluum’s Price: $ 10.00, Amazon Price: 9.99). I love books and any box that comes with books will make me happy. There are 10 books and each talk about a feeling I love that there is a case for them, so I won’t have them scattered everywhere The book are also a very thick board book (Perfect for a teething toddler) Melissa and Doug Butterfly Stacker (Bluum’sContinue Reading




Calendar May 26, 2013 05/26/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 19 Comments 19

First Giveaway!

  I decided to add a giveaway now to get some excitement going.  I love Kiwi Crate.  I subscribe to many boxes, but this is the one box I will not cancel.  My oldest (almost 4) loves it.  The contest starts today, May 26, 2013 and ends July 1, 2013.  The winner will get a $20.00 Kiwi Crate online gift card.  You must be 18 or older to enter and live in the United States. There are 2 requirements for this giveaway. 1.  Follow me on my you tube channel : http://www.youtube.com/user/Subscriptionboxmom12(Enter your YouTube id in the blank on the contest)2.  Follow me on my Blog. http://subscriptionboxmom.blogspot.com/3.  Fill out the Rafflecopter entry Enter below and good luck!  I plan to have regular giveaways, so keep checking in. a Rafflecopter giveaway disclaimer: This giveaway is sponsored by myself only.  I am not affiliated in any way with Kiwi Crate.




Calendar May 26, 2013 05/26/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 2 Comments 2

Follow me and Subscribe

I am going to give away a $20.00 gift certificate for Kiwi Crate once I reach 100 subscribers and followers.  Please follow my blog and subscribe to my You Tube Channel  http://www.youtube.com/user/Subscriptionboxmom12 .  Thank you.




Calendar May 24, 2013 05/24/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 2 Comments 2

Little Sparks Box 14-15 Month Old.

     I received my second Little Sparks box today and it was even better than my first.  Little Sparks sends out boxes with 2-4 developmentally appropriate toys each month. Pricing: 1 Month: $34.99 3 Months: $99.99 6 Months: $199.99 12 Months: $379.99      The day you sign up, is your billing date.  Little Sparks is for children newborn-18 months.  They are currently working on adding ages.  The box arrived in a large brown box with Little Sparks stamped on it.  The box for this month had a hinge top and was more ascetically pleasing than last months.      My box was for a 14-15 month old boy.  This months theme was Talking the Talk.  This was very age appropriate, as I am working with my little one on his speech.  The cards discussed the sequence of language development.  They discussed current research and listed three things that can aid language development and later various language skills. First Look Here is what was in my box:




Calendar May 17, 2013 05/17/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 2 Comments 2

Citrus Lane: May 2013 14 month old boy.

Citrus Lane is for children newborn to age 5.  Each month you will get 4 or more items age appropriate for your child. The items are picked out by moms. You get toilettries, toys, books, eco friendly items. and something for yourself. Each box is geared to the age of your child from 0-5. Some of the brands of items have been Skip Hop, Melissa and Doug, Cloud b, Boon and many more. The items are of high quality and of great brands. Kits ship the 15th of the month and you will receive it from about the 17th-22nd. Use this link http://ctrus.me/b0s_  to save $10.00 on your first order . This was a box for a 14 month old Boy This is how the box comes




Calendar May 17, 2013 05/17/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

The Little Book Club

I signed up through Plum District (deal no longer available) to try the Little Book Club.  I got one for my 14 month old and one for my almost 4 year old.  The books are normally 25.00 a month but I got them for 13.00 this month.  Each month you get 3 books (at least 2 hardcover) to go along with a theme.  If you already have a book they send, they will credit your account 12.50.  They ship Media Mail, so it can take a bit to reach you, but they are worth it. My Almost 4 Year Old’s Books




Calendar May 17, 2013 05/17/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Naturebox Review and 50% OFF

I want to eat healthier, so when I heard about Nature Box, I had to try it out.  Nature Box sends out 5 full size snacks in bags every month.  It is $19.95 but if you use my link : http://t.co/EVLygfAMug and then enter SHARE10 at check out, you will get $10.00 off your first box.  They are also rolling out a new program where you can pick out all 5 of your own snacks.  I love this new feature and my next box is ready with all my favorite picks.  Here is what was in my box: Here is how the box comes




Calendar May 14, 2013 05/14/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Love with Food 1st Box.

Love with Food is a subscription box company that sends 8+ gourmet foods to your door for $10.00 a month plus $2.00 shipping.  I got my first box for free.  You can use my link HERE to try your first box.   Use the code FBGIFT and get your first box free.   You only pay $2.00 for shipping on your first box.  When you open the box, there is a card on top that tells you everything in the box.  Here is what was in my box.