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Calendar October 25, 2013 10/25/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 1 Comment 1

Rocks Box Review and Get a Free Box

I was very excited to get my first Rocks Box.  Rocks Box is a new jewelry subscription service that send 3 unique pieces of jewelry for $19.00 a month.  You can buy longer subscriptions and pay as low as $15.00.  Rocks Box will send you jewelry worth over $200.00!  You wear it out and about, when you are done with it, simply return it in the prepaid envelope.  There is no time line on when you have to return the jewelry, you will simple pay your monthly fee as it is scheduled.  You can send you jewelry back at anytime and get 3 brand new pieces.  It’s basically like having a bottomless jewelry box! What happens if you like your items?  You can buy the items you like for 20% off retail prices. Rocks Box sent me a box to review, and I was very excited. Rocks Box The box ships inside a white bubble envelope.  All the jewelry is packaged in this little white box. First Look Information list I copied and pasted my personal information from the top.  The list comes with a description of all three pieces.  You also check if you liked the piece, disliked it, loved it or want to buy it.  You can also write in comments about your pieces. Lotus Jewelry Studio (Member Price $68.80)Asymmetrical Twisted Hoop Necklace in Silver and Good I love this necklace and it is just my style. Close up Packaging All the jewelry was in little bags like this Double Druzy Ring in Navy and White (Member price 88.00) I think this ring is pretty unique.  The stones look like actual rocks.  This fits perfect and is pretty cool. Urban Gem All Tied Together in Pave Silver $22.40 I also love these earrings.  They are small and classy.  Final Thought: Wow,Continue Reading




Calendar October 25, 2013 10/25/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Sensational Beginnings is on Plum District

This is not a subscription box, but it’s a really great deal. Sensational Beginnings is on Plum District.  You can get a $30.00 voucher for $11.75! Here is how: 1.  Use this link to the deal.  http://www.plumdistrict.com/three_for_free/8ea4808f6b/click 2.  Use coupon code citruslane25 to save 25% 3.  Pay $11.75 and enjoy your voucher. Sensational Beginnings carries Boom, Lego, Melissa and Doug, Friends, P’ilino. Green Toys and Skip Hop. Shipping is only $4.95 flat rate and free over $99.00.  They also donate a toy for every purchase over $50.00/ If I get 3 people to use my link, I will get mine free.  Once I get my 3, I will put another person’s link in my post.  The first person who purchases with my link, will get their link featured first (when I get my 3)




Calendar October 24, 2013 10/24/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Sparaj 6 Month Giveaway and Discount Code

Sparaj is a new subscription box company that brings Asian wellness and spa products to your home. Sparaj is $40.00 a month and brings you holistic products from around Asia.  Sparaj is subscription box but doesn’t have reoccurring billing.  This mean you only buy the box you want.  I love when companies make it easier on customers. I got the opportunity to review Sparaj and I loved the box. Everything was packaged so beautifully.  If you would like to see my review, just click the picture below. The United Box Bloggers have partnered with Sparaj and Sparaj is giving one reader a 6 month subscription.  That is a $220.00 value!  Be sure to enter, because you will love this box.  If you want to sign up for a box, go to www.sparaj.com and use the code subboxmom5 to save $5.00 (expires Oct 31st)   Here are the United Box Bloggers Crazy 4 Subscription Boxes Lime Lane Love Mommy Combat Team Subscription Box Mom Sy’s the Limit Where the Submarine Takes Us Entry-Form Do you love giveaways?  Click HERE and see all my current giveaways. Disclaimer: Sparaj is responsible for all prize distributions.




Calendar October 24, 2013 10/24/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Ashton Kutcher A+ Fancy Box October Review and Discount

There are many boxes that come in my box, but my husband only gets one, the Ashton Kutcher A+ Fancy Box.  The Ashton Kutcher Fancy A+ Box is $39.00 a month plus $7.95 shipping.   First Look into the box  Fancy changed up their packing material this month.  It used to be brown paper, now there is Fancy paper. Native Union Monocle Speaker $60.00  This is a speaker, headset and speakerphone.  My husband loves this thing.  The speaker quality isn’t the greatest, but C had a blast playing with it.  He is taking this to work for our “conference calls”.  My husband loves techie gadgets like this. Ashton Says: “Talk about efficiency at its finest.  This speaker, handset and speakerphone combination is a terrific triple threat.” The Gentlemen’s Deck by Frausto & Co $15.95 This is a deck of cards with tips on how to be a proper gentleman.  You can learn to tie a proper Windsor knot, or the proper way to taste whiskey.  C also loved this and has been reading the cards all evening. Ashton Says “Halloween is a month for disguises.  Use these cards to help master yours”. Hey Handsome mirror sticker $5.00 You can stick this on your mirror and be reminded how handsome you are.  C doesn’t love this but is going to put it on something in his office. Ashton Says: “This mirror art will give you the boost you need to kick you day off right” Purple and White Pocket Square $40.00 C wears jeans and a t shirt to work, so he won’t use this much.  It is a very nice pocket square though.  This may be a gift for a trendy relative. Ashton Says “This pocket square adds the perfect hint of Halloween flair”. Information Cards  Fancy always includes a cardContinue Reading




Calendar October 23, 2013 10/23/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

October Bluum 20 month World of Colors

I am always excited to get Bluum.  Bluum is $24.95 a month and each month, you get an assortment of goodies from lotions to toys and books for your child.  Bluum curates each box by ages.  Each theme is the same every month for every age, but the products within each box are different from month to month and from box to box.  Bluum can be a bit different but I always like my boxes.  I have heard they can be hard to cancel, so sign up with a re-loadable prepaid card. First Look Generally items don’t fit the themes, but I was surprised by all the colorful items in the box. Information Card Bluum sends an information card with each month’s theme.  The back has more detailed information about your child during that month.  The list of items in the box is emailed once your box is delivered. Early Lingo Colors and Shapes at the Park part 1 of 12 $20.00 I received another Early Lingo in my Stork Stack box.  I like that this is part 1 of the series.  I am still not crazy about having a dvd for my 20 month old.  I will let my 4 year old watch this.  It is always good to teach children another language. Touch and Feel Board Book: Let’s Play $8.99 I love books and they are great to get in a subscription box.  This is a cute book and it nice and sturdy. Circle of Friends Makwa’s Organics Calming Cream $14.40 This is Eczema & Sensitive Skin Formula.  I am really excited to try this for T.  He has eczema and I hope this can help. This has vitamin A, canendula, aloe vera, chamomile Melissa and Doug Rainbow Stacker $9.52  I love Melissa and Doug and we don’t have thisContinue Reading




Calendar October 23, 2013 10/23/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Vermont Snacks Review

Vermont Snacks is a new subscription box that sends 4-6 snacks/food especially selected from Vermont.  I love visiting Vermont and I was very excited to see what this box included.  The subscription box is $19.00 a month and the box ships out by the 15th of the month.  Vermont Snacks sent me this box to review. The Box The box is cute and I like the decorative tape First Look Information List The information list was very detailed and decorative.  Vermont Snacks gave a list of each product and the background to that product. Yolo! Popcorn $1.00 This is really good popcorn.  Our family loves popcorn and we are picky.  This is great kettle corn.  I will be contacting the company to purchase more. Tanabar Triple Berry $2.25 This is a really tasty chewy bar.  It was a bit crumbly but had a really great flavor.  The company was founded by a mother of a little boy with a peanut allergy.  Their entire line of food is made free of peanuts and all tree nuts.  As a mother of a little boy with a peanut allergy, I love what this company is doing. Vermont Smoke and Cure BBQ Beef Stick $1.25 The beef in this was raised without antibiotics.  This is flavored with sweet molasses and spicy peppers.  I hate beef jerky and similar items, but I liked this.  My husband and 4 year old son also really liked this. Vermont Village Applesauce Unsweetened Applesauce $1.62 a piece This is organic and natural applesauce from Vermont farmers.  My boys love applesauce and they ate this right up.  I wish there was more! The Whole Box Final Thought: The total value for the box was $7.74.  I was disappointed by the value of the box.  I love the idea of the box and enjoyed theContinue Reading




Calendar October 22, 2013 10/22/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Little Passports Early Bird Sale

Little Passports is the perfect way to keep your kids learning and having fun at home, on the road, over the weekend or even on a plane! From October 22-31st, Little Passports has a sale that will save you $20 on a new 1 year subscription when you use the code OCT20 at checkout. The packages take your children on new adventures around the US or the world, depending on what option you choose… but take a look at the subscriptions yourself and decide what you want here: Early Bird Sale at Little Passports from Oct 22nd-31st!  You can also check out my review HERE.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links.




Calendar October 22, 2013 10/22/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Dr D’s Pet Packages Review

Dr D’s Pet Packages are boxes for dogs and cats.  Dr D’s Pet Packages were co-founded by Dr. Deanna O’Neil and Missy Mannila.  Dr Deanna is a veterinarian that was seeing many injured and sick pets due to unsuitable pet products.  There are three different types of pet packages: Health, Happiness and Fun.  You fill out pet survey about your pet’s preferences, age, breed, allergies, etc.  Our family has a cat Oliver, who is a senior with sensitive systems.  I like that the pet packages are curated  based on your pet.  One of my favorite things about this box, 10% of all proceeds go to homeless pets. The Details Cost: Health Packages for Cats or Dogs: $49.00          Happiness Packages for Cats or Dogs: $29.00          Fun Packages for Cats or Dogs $19.00          *There are also discounts for longer subscription plans What’s in the box?  Health Packages The health packages are customized to optimize your cat’s or dog’s health and well-being.  It includes 6-8 premium products of high quality toys, supplements, custom treats, accessories and more.  Everything is all natural or organic and select by Dr D’s veterinarian.  It also includes a personalized letter with other product recommendations and health tips specifically for your pet.  This is ideal for seniors and pets with pre-existing health conditions such as arthritis, kidney disease, diabetes, skin disease and more Happiness Packages Are tailored to your pet’s likes and are all natural/organic.  They include 4-5 products, including toys, treats, accessories and more.  Everything is hand selected by Dr’s D’s Veterinarian  and are designed to make your pet happy. Fun Packages Are tailored to your pet’s likes and are all natural/organic.  They include 3-4 premium products, including treats, a small toy and accessories.  Everything is hand selected by Dr’s D’s Veterinarian  and are designed to makeContinue Reading




Calendar October 22, 2013 10/22/13 AuthorBy Subscription Box Mom Comments 0 Comments 0

Beauty Box 5 Review

Beauty Box 5 is a beauty subscription box that send 4-5 beauty samples to your door each month.  I love playing with new makeup and other beauty products, so I was excited to be chosen to review a box.  I was sent the October box to review. The Details: Cost: Monthly: $12.00           3 Month Subscription: $30.00 ($10.00 a month)           1 Year Subscription: $99.00 ($8.25 a month) What’s in the box? Sample box of all things beauty. For a small monthly fee you’ll receive 4 – 5 samples of a variety of makeup, skin care, fragrances and everything in between!  What is the sign up deadline?  You must sign up by the 31st to get the next month’s box. Where do you ship? Beauty Box 5 sends to the lower 48 and Canada.  They do not deliver to Hawaii, Alaska or APOs. When does the box ship?  8th of the Month How do I cancel?  You must cancel before the 25th of the month to avoid getting the next month. The Box Beauty Box 5 ships in cute little blue boxes. First Look The Information Card The information card has a list of each picture and retail price of all the products in the box, along with the websites. La Fresh Travel Lite Facial Cleansing Wipes $2.49 This is packed with aloe vera, cucumber, chamomile, marshmallow and tea plan botanical extracts.  These are also oil free.  I love facial cleansing clothes.  While I have a full nightly skincare routine, after a long day, sometimes I just use a cleansing wipe and sleep.  These are perfect for a long weekend away. Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion 1 oz .87 (Retail $6.99/8oz) I love Aveeno lotion.  This keeps my skin soft and non greasy.  I amContinue Reading