I have always been drawn to subscription boxes because they are a surprise in your mailbox every month. I do a little happy dance when I see a package in the mail and can’t wait to rip it open to see all the goodies inside. They make wonderful Christmas gifts because they often contain things people love but wouldn’t buy for themselves. They will think of you every time the package arrives and there’s a box for everyone…including yourself! Here are some great subscription boxes of 2021.
Celebrate States
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
One of the best things about travel is getting to know your destination. You can learn a lot about the place by eating their food and using products made by local artists. Celebrate States lets you “travel” around the US and explore each state. Each box is packed full of items that will make you feel like you’ve packed up your suitcase and are traveling across the country. This box is also a great motivator of places to add to your Travel Bucket List. It is a wonderful introduction to the state and will make you want to see what else the state has to offer.
WHAT’S IN EACH BOX?
Celebrate States boxes are packed full of fun items from small businesses. You will receive 6-7 full sized items that include food, beauty, and home goods. The wide variety of products gives you a good feel of the state. The boxes also contain interactive material and travel material about the state. I love when kids have fun while learning.
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
Pennsylvania Dutch box
Cutting board with Pennsylvania stamp (From Totally Bamboo)
We love this bamboo cutting board and have been using it to cut lemon and limes when we are making cocktails with friends. The stamp makes it so unique.
Pennsylvania Dutch tea towel (From Crafted Southern)
This tea towel looks adorable draped near my oven. The bright colors on the birds add a nice touch of color to any kitchen.
Yankee Doodle Chicken Noodle soup (From Cooke Tavern Soups)
I just came home from traveling and of course I have a cold. Ugh…happens all the time. I can’t wait to make this soup. The peas, carrots, noodles and herb seasoning will be delicious and soothing on the throat.
Old Fashioned Hand Made Pretzels (From Hammond’s)
Hot Sweet Mustard (From Betsy Lantz’s)
We have been putting this mustard on everything! Last night we heated up some large soft pretzels (from Trader Joe’s…yummmmm) and we used the mustard on it. Delicious! My husband also used it on his sandwich the other day.
Stroopwafel (From Finger Licking Dutch)
We have never heard of stroopwaffels and I’m so excited to know these exist. The two thin layers of baked dough with a caramel filling taste incredible.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Monthly– $45.00 per month
3 Month with 50% off first box! Then, $45.00 per month
6 months with 50% off first box! $39.00 per month
You can also buy a one-time specialty box for $55
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
WEBSITE: https://www.celebratestates.com/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/celebratestates
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/celebratestates50/
Spiral Rain
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
I have always had a curiosity for new knowledge and Spiral Rain is not just a box filled with random items, it focuses on so many topics and leads you to want to explore more. One thing you’ll learn is all about the box’s month. For example, the November box told all about: the birth flower, birthstone, moons, and all about being a Sagittarius.
It also told all about Ganish, the God of eloquence, wisdom, and remover of obstacles. I love learning about different deities.
You know I love a company that is philanthropic. For every box sold, they donate $1 to Sustaining Hope Intl. Their goal is focused on relieving poverty in developing nations, by providing clean water to individuals or families in need by supplying water filters to areas where the water supply, or lack thereof, is deemed inadequate for human consumption.
Spiral Rain makes four different boxes each month:
Ohm Box
Apothecary Box
Crystals Box
Witch Box
WHAT’S IN EACH BOX?
Spiral Rain’s witch box, which we received, is filled with handmade items and simple rituals to include magic in your everyday life. Each month, your box will come packed with supplies that resonate with the energy and theme for that month.
Each box has a mixture of full-sized items, that could include Mists, Oils, Altar Items, Herbs, Gemstones, Divination Items, Booklets, Potion Bottles, Jewelry, Incense, Décor Items, Spell and Ritual Tools along with guided worksheets (including exclusive products).
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
November 2021 Witch box
This box helps everyone connect with Mother Earth, to emulate the outdoor sensation. The box also teaches you all about Shinrin-Yoku, also known as Forest Bathing. This entails spending time in nature and using all our senses to take in the soothing forest atmosphere. Our box included:
Moss Agate Worry Stone
(Helps with abundance, emotional balance, and instantaneous calm.)
Shinrin-Yoku Oil
(They recommend pouring a couple of drops into the palm of your hands, rubbing them together to warm the oil, taking a deep breath and repeating. It relaxes and heals your mind and spirit.)
Shinrin-Yoku Cream
(This cream is helpful to ground yourself to Mother Earth. It helps center yourself when feeling stressed or anxious. The scent is both woodsy and warm.)
Shinrin-Yoku Bath Salts
(Charged with energy, infused with herbs, and imbued with aromatic oils, these bath salts are a wonderful way to relieve tension and soothe tired muscles while letting your body wind down after a long day.)
Shinrin-Yoku Candle
(With woodsy notes and a mossy undertone, it is appealing to all who seek to connect with the Earth. A grounding and soothing scent to help you de-stress and the perfect antidote to busy lives.)
WHAT DOES IT COST?
$39.99
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
Website: https://spiralrain.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiral_rain/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiralrain.ca
Green Up
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
Green Up’s mission is to make it as easy as possible for US to reduce the amount of plastic waste we create. There are so many options for sustainable products that it is sometimes confusing trying to select ones that work best. Green Up researches and tests the best sustainable plastic swaps so you can focus on building a life with them. Each box is filled with products to help you make a difference in the world.
WHAT’S IN EACH BOX?
Each box contains 6-9 artfully crafted, sustainable, and eco-friendly items that are curated around a theme and valued at double the box price! You can view past and upcoming themes by visiting https://www.greenupbox.com/pages/upcoming-box
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
H & J Stainless & Bamboo Lunchboxes ($26.90)
This lunchbox is gorgeous and perfect for light lunches. I used it this week to bring dinner to my daughter during theater practice. The bamboo top can even serve as a cutting board.
ME Mother Earth Reusable Cutlery ($19.99)
My daughter has been saying for years that restaurants should stop using plastic drinking straws. She was thrilled to see the box included stainless steel straws and utensils. I love that the utensils fold up and it includes a carrying case so you can take them anywhere.
J & L Naturals Face Salve ($16.99)
After a week in the desert sun, my face practically sighed out loud when I put this salve on it. It is soothing on your skin and has a light citrus scent that immediately calms you down.
ELM Refillable Lip Balm ($14)
My lips have been so chapped lately since it just started getting cold in New Hampshire. This lip balm feels smooth on my lips and the jar is so pretty. I’ve had it in my pocket for a month and I use it every day!
Lotus Mesh Produce Bags ($18)
These bags will be wonderful to bring to the farmers market this summer. I love that they have three sizes and the mesh fabric allows the fruit and vegetables to get plenty of air. They can be used for produce or just for storage. My daughter even suggested bringing it to the beach to collect shells.
H & J Silicone Reusable Bag ($12)
We have been using this bag every day for my daughter’s sandwich. It is easy to clean and is even safe in the freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. It would also be great to store snacks when traveling.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Single box $64.95
Quarterly plan $54. 95
Annual plan $199.80
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
Website: https://www.greenupbox.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenup_box/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenupbox
HER-MINE
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
You know how important self-care is to me and how I believe we should encourage others to share this simple daily pampering. HER-MINE Box is a monthly self-care lifestyle subscription box focused on pampering and empowering women. I love that Her-Mine is woman-owned and they partner with women-owned businesses to provide the products for their box. I also appreciate there are no contracts and no commitments. You can cancel anytime. The items they include in each box are ones I would love to receive for myself, as well as ones I’d love to share with people I love. HER-MINE give a detailed pamphlet with powerful stories about the women who are working towards making the world better one small step at a time.
WHAT’S IN EACH BOX?
Each deluxe box incorporates 5-8 wellness products (mini includes 3-5 products) sourced primarily from female vendor partners that produce natural, organic, or feel-good products ranging from aromatherapy, clean beauty/skincare, and unique lifestyle goodies.
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
They do a different theme every month and the November 2021 box is:
THANKFUL
May You Know Gratitude (Mini gratitude cards that cultivate your daily gratuity practice.)
By: May You Know Joy Inc
I plan on putting these in my daughter’s Christmas stocking. It is a wonderful daily reminder to be grateful for what you have. It would also be nice to distribute these cards in places where others can find them.
Bubbles & Honey Sugar Scrub (Made with organic honey and cane sugar, this scrub is made to cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize your skin all at once.)
By: Ginger & Honey
This scrub smells incredible and it comes in a bottle, which is rare for scrubs. It fills your whole bathroom with an amazing aroma.
Spiced Cider (A great smelling soap that has cocoa butter and shea butter. The scent is made from cinnamon leaf, orange, and ginger essential oils.)
By: Ives and Bees
My daughter is obsessed with soap and I know she is going to flip over the scent of this one. I love the bag that comes with it!
Pocket Lint Brush (This lint brush is perfect to travel with. It is compact and self-cleaning.)
By: DeNovo
We have two large golden retrievers that love to snuggle so you can imagine that this came in handy. I keep it in my car for any last-minute removal of lint or dog hair from our clothes.
Autumn Stroll (Comes with a copper-colored stand, ceramic dish, 4 tea lights, and 4 soy melts)
By: Willow Collectives
This wax burner is so simple and lovely and I now keep it on my desk and enjoy it while I’m writing. It came with some wonderful smelling wax cubes and votives so I had everything I needed to start relaxing.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
There are 4 plans available for you to choose from: (1, 3, 6, or 12 month plans)
Monthly: $49.95
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
Website: https://her-mine.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myherminebox/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myherminebox
Spiffster
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
Spiffster is a monthly subscription box that sends you a tie. To better suit your style, they ask you to choose whether you prefer a classic tie, skinny tie, bow tie, or socks and one is handpicked based on your style preference. It is the perfect gift for your dad, brother, boyfriend, colleague, or friend. It’s a wonderful way to build your tie/sock collection. I love the Spiffster Gazette that comes with your tie. The October issue taught how to tie a Half-Windsor knot, gave 5 style mistakes men make, told riddles, and gave tips on how to host a great football party.
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
We got a lovely red tie with navy and silver stripes. It will go well with many shirt colors.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Your cost depends on the type of product you choose.
The Original Tie Subscription $10
The Silk Tie Subscription $16.95
The Skinny Tie Subscription $10
The Bow Tie Subscription $10
The Spiffy Socks Subscription $10
The Tie + Sock Subscription $18.95
The Silk Tie + Sock Subscription $24.95
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
Website: https://www.spiffster.club/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiffsterclub/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiffsterclub
Spiffy Socks
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COMPANY
Spiffy Socks is a monthly subscription service delivering bamboo fiber dress socks. They focus on delivering stylish socks created from premium bamboo fibers because of the natural benefits that come from bamboo. They have so many fun designs that any sock-lover will enjoy. They also have a one-time shop where you can buy socks without a subscription. You can choose from Men’s (fits size 6-12) or Women’s (fits size 5-10). It’s the perfect way to build your sock collection.
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
Midnight Crows Sock – Men’s
$20.00
Want some spooky, yet fun socks? Midnight Crows features a purple backdrop with a group of crows perhaps looking to engage in some nefarious activities. It is part of their bamboo sock subscription collection. This pair is super comfortable and soft as well. Fits Men’s size 6-12.5 (but my daughters have been wearing them)They are made from bamboo fiber.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Your cost depends on the type of product you choose.
Month to Month $11.00
3 Month Prepay $31.00
6 Month Prepay $61.00
12 Month Prepay $119.00
WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
Website: https://www.spiffysocks.club/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiffysocksclub/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spiffysocksclub
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