Tuesday, April 16, 2019

2019 Mystery Boxes!

Happy spring, stitching friends! We are excited to reveal our mystery boxes for the year, and thought it would be easiest to answer questions here. It was a blast to create these for you last year and we have lots of fun goodies planned ahead.

This year, we will be offering three mystery boxes! New this year is a summer/Americana mini box, and of course, Halloween and Christmas will return again.

Please feel free to skip ahead to the FAQ below if you have a specific question.


Stars & Stripes Mini Mystery Box
Pre-Orders open April 18
Ships June 2019
$50 + shipping

This is a mini version of our original mystery box, filled with plenty of patriotic goodies for your summer stitching. With a lean toward primitive colors, the box will feature a rustic Americana palette with some extra stitching notions tucked in. The box will feature:

  • 6 skeins of hand dyed cotton thread (8 yards each)
  • 1 skein of six-stranded silk thread (10 yards each)
  • 1/4 yard of your choice of stitching fabric
  • A few coordinating finishing materials
  • A few fun notions!


Harvest Halloween Mystery Box
Pre-Orders open July 15
Ships early October 2019
Mini Box: $50 + shipping
Original Full Size Box: $100 + shipping
A rich and traditional autumnal Halloween palette.


Winter Wonderland Mystery Box
Pre-Orders open October 17
Ships late November 2019
Mini Box: $50 + shipping
Original Full Size Box: $100 + shipping
All of our favorite hues of the holiday season with a bit of shimmer and sparkle!



NEW this year, we are offering two sizes of boxes for both Halloween and Christmas, a mini version and the original full size version.

The full size Halloween and Christmas boxes will feature:
  • 10 skeins of hand dyed cotton thread (8 yards each)
  • 2 skeins of six-stranded silk thread (10 yards each)
  • 1/4 yard of your choice of stitching fabric
  • 1/8 yard of your choice of stitching fabric
  • An exclusive pattern designed by someone we know you know and love!
  • Assorted notions, trims, finishing materials and other treats
The mini size Halloween and Christmas boxes will feature:
  • 6 skeins of hand dyed cotton thread (8 yards each)
  • 1 skein of six-stranded silk thread (10 yards each)
  • 1/4 yard of your choice of stitching fabric
  • An exclusive pattern designed by someone we know you know and love!
  • Assorted notions, trims, finishing materials and other treats


FAQ


Q: What is the main difference between the mini and full size boxes?
A: The full size boxes will contain everything included in the mini boxes, plus extra threads, fabrics and notions. There is overlap between the two and each will still contain a variety of the same items, with fewer items being in the mini box.

Q: How do I order a box?
Pre-orders will open on the dates listed above for each box, and orders/deposits will be accepted online only through www.colourandcotton.com beginning on those dates. If you'd like to join the exclusive Mystery Box mailing list, we will be sure to notify you ahead of each release. Final payment for the balance remaining of the box will be collected via invoice just prior to shipment.

Q: Do you ship worldwide? How much is shipping?
A: Yes, we do! We will charge actual USPS shipping costs internationally, which we realize, unfortunately, can be costly. Your actual shipping charge by country will be calculated upon issuing of the final invoice, but the approximate cost for overseas shipping of a mini box is $13.00 and a full box $22.00 (actual totals may vary depending on your location.)

Q: Can you tell us who the designer is for the Halloween and Christmas boxes?
A: Not quite yet, but stay tuned!

Q: Will there be a pattern in the mini box?
A: There will not be a pattern in the Stars & Stripes Mini Mystery Box. There will be a pattern included in both the mini and full size Halloween and Christmas boxes.

Q: How many boxes will be available?
A: It varies by box, but we DO anticipate that some may sell out so we encourage you to place your deposit quickly if you are interested. We will be happy to utilize a waitlist again this year!

Q: May I choose the stitching fabric in my box?
A: Yes! You will have the option to choose your stitching fabric/count upon placing your deposit.


Any other questions? Please feel free to email us at support@colourandcotton.com or leave a comment below! As always, thank you so much for your support and excitement!

Happy stitching,
Angela