The GlobeIn Artisan Box Club is a subscription that sends handcrafted products from around the world. All items are produced either by collectives that are fair trade certified or that respect and adhere to fair trade principles. All artisans and farmers whose products are distributed by GlobeIn are paid a fair wage for their products.
GlobeIn has revamped their product line and now offers all subscriptions under the Artisan Box Club! The previous subscriptions are now under 4 Artisan Club Box levels: Premium, Deluxe, Essential and Starter. Premium and Deluxe boxes are $33 and $25 per month, respectively, while Essential and Starter boxes are both $10 per month each.
The former “Artisan Box” ($33) is now the Premium level, and the former “GlobeIn Club” ($10) is now the Essential level.
This is a review of the Premium box.
GlobeIn is committed to empowering artisans around the world. With each shipment, you’ll get to learn about the artisans and communities your purchase has helped to support.
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- Save $10 on a 3-month subscription. Use coupon code WELCOME
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- Free shipping and a free woven basket with a new 3-month subscription. Use coupon code FREEBASKET3
- Free shipping and a free hand-painted mug with a new 6-month subscription.Use coupon code FREEMUG6
- Free shipping and first box free with a new 12-month subscription. Use coupon code FREEBOX12
The theme for this box is BEAUTY. Artisan Box subscribers have a selection of themes from which to choose. This way, artisans will be able to meet GlobeIn’s needs while also having longer, steady work as they continue to produce items for the Artisan Box.
Along with all of the lovely items in the box, the Artisan Box includes a booklet that gives details about each of the artists responsible for the items in the box.
Everything in my box!
The theme of this box is beauty. What does that mean? While it can be a difficult concept to define, beauty is something that we never fail, at least intuitively, to recognize.
We find it in Kenya, in female refugees making their way to safety, sisterhood, and self-worth. In an elderly Mexican widow emerging from solitude to join a group. In northern India, beauty manifests as the artistic spirit that forges a path through difficult times. And in Ghana as a young woman returns to her passion after the confines of a restrictive marriage.
The products in this box symbolize stories that bring a sense of harmony to the soul. They are the finishing touches of an impulse that begins within.
GlobeIn Palm Leaf Basket – Mexico ($12) A multipurpose basket, handmade by Oaxacan weavers.
This will be useful in storing accessories or toiletries at home. It would look nice as a container for small gifts too!
Rosewood Compact Mirror – India ($15) This compact mirror was made elegant by a handcarved designed on Indian rosewood.
The curlicue hearts are really pretty. I also like its rustic feel. And of course, it’s going to be useful. Compact mirrors are a must-have in any beauty kit!
Hand-Dyed Scrunchie – Kenya ($15) Since this was hand-dyed, each scrunchie has a unique pattern.
Upcycled Cosmetic Bag – Ghana ($25) An eco-friendly pouch for makeup and toiletries. Its size is great for travel too.
The exterior is made of waste fabric.
Meanwhile, the interior is made of discarded plastic water sachets…
…which makes it easily cleanable.
This box from GlobeIn covered the beauty basics, and what made each piece special are the stories behind them. You can read more about the artisans’ stories at GlobeIn’s website. It’s not my favorite box this year, but it was super solid and it included a stand-out item — the handcarved compact mirror. Looking forward to festive themes for the next boxes since we’re heading to the holiday season!
Do you subscribe to GlobeIn Artisan Box Club? What has your favorite theme been?
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