Dear Scrapbooking Queens,
So admit it. If you are reading this, there has to be some part of you that LOVES scrapbooking. Whether you love creating, being crafty, organizing your photos, or recording your memories, there has to be some reason that scrapboooking is a part of your live. For me it has been a combination of everything that makes this one of my passions. But what happens when you work full-time or take care of your family full-time and don’t have the time to shop, plan, and carry out this scrapbooking dream? One of the great ways that I have found to follow your scrapbooking heart is to let someone else do most of the work for you. Hence, the scrapbooking kits and clubs are born.
Now most of you are probably thinking that this sounds like an expensive venture or maybe you love being creative on your own. Well, once you find out a little more about these kits and clubs, you might start changing your tune. I have decided to summarize some of my favorites giving you the lowdown on costs and what they all include (Keep in mind that there are hundreds of kit clubs out there). Many of these are like an actual club where you pay monthly and are sent a kit to complete several layout and pages, instructions included. Others, you can order a kit whenever you wish, but usually end up paying a little more. Just remember the best part about this whole idea is that someone else is doing most of the planning and shopping for you and it can come right to your door. All you do is use all the supplies sent to you, your own little creativity, and you become the scrapbooking goddess you aspire to be!
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Kits Clubs |
Cost |
Shipping |
What it includes |
Subscription |
Extras |
| www.2jills.com | $24.99 – 28.99 per kit, other projects $2.99 and up |
$4.80 |
10-12+ sheets of paper/cardstock, matching embellishments, ribbons and tools included (like foam letters, stamps etc.) | No, but new kits offered each month, different projects available throughout the year |
Check out their “projects to go” - you get all the supplies to make calendars, books, and much more. |
| www.amillionmemories.com |
$24.95-29.95 (kits are less if you order 3 to 6 months in advance |
$5.00 |
8-10 sheets or paper/cardstock, rub-ons, chipboard, ribbon, stamps, and album (like a mini album or book) in each kit | 1, 3, & 6 month subscriptions |
You can buy other products or add-ons to their kits on their website |
| www.scrapgoods.com |
$34.50 – 41.50 per kit plus tax |
$3.85 to $8 |
The kit is a surprise each month, but hints are on the website. These kits offer twice as much paper and more embellishments than most other kits I have seen |
2, 6, and 12 month subscriptions |
You can customize your kit each month and pay for the “featured gadget” of the month. You can also “skip” a month and continue the next month |
| www.littleredscrapbook.com |
$20-25 per kit |
$6/kit |
12 patterned papers, 6 cardstocks, 4-8 embellishments. There are usually 3 add-ons (embellishment-$10, ribbon-$5, and stamp-$12) that coordinate. |
1,3 and 6 month memberships |
They also have clubs for their add-ons each month (like a stamp club, etc.) |
| www.lifepreserversclub.com |
$17.50-20.50/kit |
$5-6/kit |
Standard kit: at least 6 sheets cardstock, 4 sheets patterned/double sided paper. Mega kit: least 10 sheets cardstock, 8 sheets patterned/double sided paper. All come with coordinating embellishments | Yes – you may cancel at any time |
Their “starboard rewards” points are given for making consecutive kit purchases and can be cashed in for cool supplies. |
| www.theredlily.com |
$22.95-26.95/month |
$5.75/kit |
8 cardstock, 6 patterned paper sheets, coordinating embellishments |
1,3 and 6 month memberships |
You can add-on to your kits and no extra shipping is charged. |
| www.scrapbookobsessions.com | $34.95 – 42.95/month |
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10+ patterned paper and cardstock, embellishments include distressing kits, paints, chipboard, stamps, ribbon, flowers, & metal | 1, 6, 12 month |
The newsletter with the kit is amazing with page layouts, page title and quote ideas, and how to techniques! |
| www.scrapsinabox.com | $23.50-25.50/month |
$5.50/kit |
10+ patterned paper and cardstock, embellishments include ribbons, tools, fibers, buttons, brads, stamps, etc. | 1, 3 month |
Very unique embellishments |
| www.memorycreators.com | $21.95 – 24.95/kit |
$420-6.05/kit |
10+ patterned paper and cardstock and embellishments (stickers, stamps, clips, brads, ribbon, flowers, rub-ons, etc.) | 1 month or as long as you like |
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| www.scrapbookmailbox.com |
$20.95-22.95/kit |
$5.00/kit |
15+ papers, 3-4+ different kinds of embellishments |
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| www.scrapbooksociety.com |
$32.99-34.99/kit |
$6.00/kit |
6-8+ papers, lots of embellishments | 1 month trial, 6 or 12 month |
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| www.scrapbookchalet.com |
$19.95 – 23.95/month |
$5.50/kit |
6-10+ patterned paper, 4+ cardstock, 6+ embellishments |
1, 3, 6 month (I like how this one allows you tp pay for 3 or 6 months in advance so you are only charged once | Cute add-on projects |
| www.paperposies.com |
$34.00-42.00/month |
$5.00/kit |
10+ patterned paper, 10+ cardstock, 10+ embellishments, 5 ribbons (1 yard each!), 1 altered project included too | 1,3,6 month |
This kit club by far surpasses any other with the amount of “stuff” you get. |
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Latest and Greatest - Deal of the Week: Kits
(These kits are not from kit clubs. They are one-time purchase kits available at any time.)
Jo-Ann Scrap Essentials 12×12 Kit - $29.99 $14.99
(Kit Contains:
* 1 12″x12″ Post-bound scrapbook with 10 sheet protectors
* 30 double sided printed card stock sheets
* 10 tags
* 10 printed frames with sentiment centers
* 5 title blocks
* 2 alphabet stickers
* 2 phrase sticker sheets
* 20 12″ printed borders
* 20 silver brads
* 15 solid photo mats
* 15 1 1/2″ squares
* 6 fibers, 1 yard each)
Making Memories Simply Fab Mini Book Kit 5×7″ - Brooke - $9.99 $6.99
So much more than supplies, so much less than a hassle. Pick up a Mini Book KitTM and you’ll receive a 5″ x 7″ book with a variety of stickers and charmed plaques ideal for highlighting 4″ x 6″ photos.
Creating Keepsakes 12″x12″ All In One Scrapbooking Kit $20.00 $13.99
This all inclusive scrapbooking kit includes solid textured cardstock, pattern papers, punch-out sheets, rub-on alpha sheet, rub-on phrase sheet, vellium quote sheets and 12 layout ideas. Pages are spiral bound for easy removal with each category tabbed for quick identification.
Enjoy your great deals this month and your scrapbooking kits. Let me know about your experiences with kits and send me any great ones you find!
Your Scrapbooking Guru,
Robin
robin@scrapbookfinds.com
ScrapbookFinds.com
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