The Stamp Market - Subscription Kit

The kits look really cute, but of course I have a million questions! I'm guessing the deluxe kit unveiled today will be around $80.

I'm so curious. Need to see price and more info but so far so good.

Absolutely loved the unveiling of the deluxe box. and there is a separate regular box I am anxious to see. I agree that the boxes can add up space wise but I loved it too!

I was pleasantly surprised, which is unpleasant for my wallet. My only other experience with TSM was at the Pinkfresh holiday event. This kit seems very different from that. I am trying to collect more bold sentiments and these fit the bill. The flower is fun and simple, also very different from anything currently in my stash.

I am also curious to see what the non-deluxe kit lacks -- I'm guessing one of the stamp & die sets. I also need to know cost and commitment. This one is the June kit and you need to commit by the end of April. Do you commit only to June? Or do you commit to additional kit sight unseen? If there's a discount for a larger commitment, but you can do month-to-month or whatever, I could be in for this one.

These look like fun. I could see buying one here and there, but not something I’d want to have to subscribe to.

Oh wow...the deluxe kit is totally up my alley. The colors, everything. Love it.

Ouch. Those prices hurt. I really Like the watch kit, but not for $70+ shipping. Sadly, I’m out.

Random thoughts…

The sad thing is that so many craft items seem so, so expensive to me. I’ve sadly given up on most Simon Says Stamp branded items because the dies seem so overpriced/expensive to me. I will buy a set I really love during a sale here or there. But honestly there are several other companies that are now in the same price range and I am aware that all costs are going up 😭 I am a consumer who purchases coordinating dies most of the time, and I can’t just pluck money from my money tree!

6x8 stamp sets at TSM are $26. So I have to see lots of potential in a set that big in order to purchase it but the cost of the dies might make or break the deal. It’s hard to compare die set prices because they all contain different amounts—but the die sets are usually more than the stamp sets. So I’m not sure where she is calculating the price of the kits with regard to each item but the $60 “subscription” price didn’t seem that far out of line to me (considering I think it is expensive, but on par with some other companies)

I’m not trying to offer advice one way or the other—I am feeling the pinch in my budget from all angles and I have a lot of supplies. I love the virtual events as well. Something has to give and I guess I need to ramp up my self control.

The launch of the kit is interesting timing but I think the advantage of the kits for a company is knowing how much to purchase so you don’t have gobs leftover. That may translate to better pricing for us, or a situation where a company can absorb some price increases in production. I think TSM started with two GREAT kits and I hope it succeeds because more companies is always better for consumers.

I got both kits this time as a subscriber so reduced rates and shipping was free. I like that you can cancel anytime. I like that there are classes which means I will use it. I like that there are add ons and I really like Amy’s aesthetic so I know that I will like this a lot. I’m quitting spellbinders and really trying to reduce other stuff coming in. I tend to buy stuff if there is inspiration I love so this is up my alley.

I'm thinking to sub for the small kit for this first one. Its unique enough to pay the higher price, but I do wish the watch would be a little more masculine with some extra stuff.
The deluxe kit its nice but not unique in my opinion and I really don't like how her sample cards use the add-on items.

I think I'll do the same. That way it's not as risky if there's a catch with cancelling, too. I really really love the watch. I'll going to attempt to make it more masculine with bolder colors.

I agree that it is pricey, but I also agree that the price of All products has gone WAY up. I think it is comparable to other companies.

just for comparison


The standard TSM kit (the watch kit) (subscription price) $59.95:

6 x 8 stamp set
Dies (not cut apart)
9 sheets of cardstock
sequins
a class
A box (very nice)


Concord & 9th Total: $57.20

6 x 8 stamp set and coordinating dies (Flower Medley) $43.25 (dies cut apart)
12 sheets cardstock $8
Dew Drop Assortment $5.95

videos on line to showcase products (not sure if they are comparable to what the TSM class will be) - free
no storage box

I think I've talked myself down! Go, me! Those ovals look very similar to Spellbinders' stylish ovals, which I have. And the have some bold sentiments and simple outline floral sets on their site now. I am pondering whether I need them instead of the kit or maybe not anything right now.

Went back and forth but finally decided to get both kits. This will put a significant dent in purchasing other products, but I love and am inspired by the contents. And the fact that we will see the next month's products and have a chance to unsubscribe was the winner for me. If I like the following month's, and have the $$, I'll keep subscribed. Otherwise, I'm good to cancel.