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I subscribed to ThreadCrate last year, a sewing subscription box that delivers fabric, a pattern, and all the notions you need to complete one garment sewing project each month. I had so much fun. Unfortunately, the company has faced all sorts of supply chain issues and is taking a short break until it gets easier to get supplies. They do plan on starting back up in the summer. If you’re interested in joining, you can get on the waitlist HERE.
I have tried all sorts of sewing subscription boxes. There are quite a few available, check out this list: The Ultimate List of Sewing Subscription Boxes.
If you’re looking for a sewing subscription box to take your sewing skills to the next level, here are a few things to keep in mind when you’re choosing one.
Choose a Sewing Subscription Box that Matches Your Goals and Skills
A sewing subscription box is a great way to learn new sewing skills, especially if you’ll have access to a video tutorial or sew along. When I subscribed to ThreadCrate, I felt confident sewing just about anything, but I still learned new things. The best way to learn is to try.
If you’re an absolute beginner, one of the best sewing subscription boxes to learn new skills is the Sew What Box. It offers an online sewing club where you can ask questions and watch videos. Plus, the projects are all geared towards beginners.
Check Out Reviews of Sewing Subscription Boxes Online
Reviews are a great way to learn more about a sewing subscription box. However, the important thing to look for is more positive reviews than negative reviews.
When you’re reading reviews, keep in mind that people are much more likely to leave a review when they are unhappy. For example, ThreadCrate had amazing reviews for the first 10 months they were in business, but when supply chain issues started popping up all over the world, ThreadCrate had a hard time delivering boxes on time. This problem was not unique to ThreadCrate, but some customers got impatient and started leaving bad reviews… My advice is to be wary of reviews when people are complaining about things that are likely outside the curator’s control.
Look for Promotions or Discounts on Sewing Subscription Boxes
Most subscription box companies offer discounts and other promotions to entice you to sign up. Make sure you look for them to save a little money. If you can wait for a holiday or sale, you’re likely to get the best deal on a sewing subscription box.
Here are a couple of sewing subscription box deals that are ongoing:
- Get 10% off your subscription to ThreadCrate with code: Society10
- Get $5 off your first month of Sew Essentials Snob Box with the code: CARA
- CrateJoy also runs frequent promotions for new subscribers.
Only Commit to a Month or Two If You’re Scared
For some reason, people get scared when they hear the word “subscription.” They don’t want to commit to a monthly box until they know they will like it. Most of the time you can just commit to a month or two to try out a new box. You don’t have to commit to 6 months or more at a time… Besides, there’s nothing wrong with stocking up on fabric and expanding your pattern collection.
Have you ever tried a sewing subscription box? I’d love to know your thoughts. Leave a comment below. I am going to try IndieStitch next!
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