Stitchy Box March-April 2017 Subscription Box Review

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StitchyBox is a bi-monthly subscription box for counted thread embroiderers and cross-stitchers! I was surprised to see this subscription in a box – it’s been shipping in an envelope for over a year, which I haven’t minded at all.

There are two options – the Big Picture Box and the Detail-Oriented Box. With both styles you’ll receive a variety of threads, from staples like DMC to specialty threads you may not have met yet, and embellishments, stitching accessories and other goodies! They also have a “Just the Threads” subscription. They recently changed their value estimate from $40 to $35.

With the Big Picture Box choose

  • 2 Fat 16ths (one 14-16 count Aida, one 28-32 count linen OR evenweave – your choice) OR
  • 1 Fat 8th (Aida, linen or evenweave).

With the Detail-Oriented Box pick

  • 2 Fat 16ths (one 32-36 count linen, one 40 count linen) OR
  • Select 1 Fat 8th (either 32-36 count linen or 40 count linen)

Stitchy Box also now offers add-on subscriptions (also available stand-alone):  Stitch It Up (XS charts), Bling It Up (bead & crystal), Buttoned Up, and Thread It Up, as well as limited edition chart designs and series!

NOTE: When you visit this subscription all the options are sold out. You must get on the wait list, but there will generally be a spot for you in the next round of shipments!

This month the inspiration was Moab at Night. The palettes for 2017 are found in nature.

The information card gives a bit of details about each item, plus info about the supply shop (you can buy more of what you love, but usually only for a limited time – supplies are sometimes hand-dyed just for this box).

All the goodies this month! Don’t forget that this time of year is usually Halloween stitching time!

Cactus Woven Ribbon ($1.50) This is too cute, and I think it’s a fabulous idea. I can’t help but think it’s perfect to finish off this chart.

2″ Halloween Tuck ($2.25) This little fabric tuck is meant for tucking your finished piece right in as an ornament!

Silk Orange Heart – 12mm ($0.50) Super cute as a bold embellishment on a Halloween stitch – maybe a ghosty heart?

Moab at Night Button Set ($2.50) If you love the Lizzie Kate style and derivations of that, this button set is perfect for adding on. I love the colors and the variety in this one. This is a mini version of the Buttoned Up add-on subscription!

Jet AB Set of 5 Glass Star Beads ($0.75) I can’t help it, these look almost exactly like a star detailor. Starry night for a spooky piece? I need to finish up some Hallow-stitches!

Dinky Dyes Haunted House Silk Floss ($4.50) This colorway went from black to gray to silver, but I only got a partial on the colorway with gray and silver. I love working with this silk floss though – one of my favorites.

Kreinik Dark Dusty Purple Silk Mori ($1.85) This dusty purple is pretty much everything to me.

Kreinik #005 Black Metallic Blending Filament ($1.85) I have no complaints about blending filament – I find it relatively easy to work with and I love using it to add some sparkle!

Sajou Retours De Nord Pheasant Cotton Floss ($4) This old bordeaux colored floss is French, and different than DMC, although it’s easily substitutable. I love playing with what other stitchers are using, so I thought this was a fun addition.

Exclusive Ship’s Manor Moab Cotton Floss ($2) This colorway was exclusive to the box, and when you stitch it up it will go from those dusky peaches to purple and back again like a desert sunset. Ship’s Manor is finally colorfast – yay!

Exclusive Gentle Arts Shaded Sands Sampler Threads ($2.40) Barely variegated, and that means that it’s super useful for adding a touch of dimension without drastic color changes. Love it.

Exclusive Fiberlicious Velvet Sky Cross Stitch Fabric ($10.80)  This fabric is totally delicious. I love the dye work and the color. It just screams for oranges to go right on there.

Love the Halloween Stitchy Box! The total value was about $35, which is about the cost of the box on a bi-monthly subscription (less on an annual subscription). I think it’s great for what you get – free shipping, exclusive colorways, and the ability to sample products you typically need to buy in bulk. There’s nothing else like it around!

Visit StitchyBox to subscribe or find out more!

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