California Found is a monthly subscription box which features products from California makers that can typically only be found in California! Subscribers receive several items per month that could be beauty, gourmet, style, or home goods.
This box was sent to us at no cost for review. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)
About California Found
The Subscription Box: California Found
The Cost: $49 per month with discounts available for longer subscription commitments
ACTIVE DEAL: Get free shipping to US addresses.
CODE: SHIPSFREE
The Products: A minimum of $90 worth of California lifestyle goods, made by California based artisans
Ships to: US for free
California Found March 2018 Review
Instead of a booklet or pamphlet, California Found sends these really cool info cards for each product. They are very nice quality and informative.
Classic Bun Pin by CA Makes - Retail Value $40
I cannot tell you how thrilled I am with this little bun pin! I wear my hair in a bun fully 50% of the time, and this brass pin is exquisite! I did a quick bun in the photo above, sorry it is messy, but I have so much hair you can barely see the pin! But you can see that it works well, and the color is a nice contrast to my hair color. When I get more time I will craft it more carefully so more of the pin can be seen! These pins come in a variety of metals and are handcrafted by Chelsea Aiello of CA Makes in Santa Barbara. I can't believe she hand forges and sands each pin! You can really tell when you look closely at the craftsmanship.
Neni's Soap Shop Moonlight Pomegranate Bath Bomb - Retail Value $6
Neni's Soap Shop Oatmeal Milk & Honey Bath Bomb - Retail Value $5.50
These bombs made the package smell amazing even before I opened it! I love when that happens! I used the pomegranate one the other night in a soak and it smelled so amazing, plus it made my skin feel softer. And, the oatmeal bomb has that deep honey fragrance, almost like a perfume. These were handcrafted in Hanford, California by Marleny Angulo, an artisan who started her bath and body line in an effort to keep harmful chemicals out of her family's home.
P.O.P. Candy Pecan Butter Crunch (4 oz.) - Retail Value $11
P.O.P. Candy Rosemary Almond Butter Crunch (4 oz.) - Retail Value $11
This is easily the best brittle I have ever had in my life. It changed my whole view of nut brittle. It tastes so amazing! My kids tore up the pecan flavor, and I literally had to have my husband take the rosemary almond flavor away from me. I could not stop eating it! The rosemary was sublime. I included the ingredients lists in my pictures to show that although there is, of course, lots of sugar involved, the ingredients are free of corn syrup and chemicals. This brittle is made in small batches in Santa Monica, California.
Four Greeting Card Set by Misstate Maker - Retail Value $16
I can never have enough blank note cards, and these are really pretty! I love the vibrancy of the watercolor effect. Rachel Sussman of San Diego is the artist behind Misstate Maker, and she also makes prints and other watercolored artworks.
Dani Adjustable Ring by Robyn Rhodes - Retail Value $25
This ring is just stunning! I love it! It's hand-hammered brass with a 14k gold finish. I am so pleased that it fits! Hooray for adjustable rings! Robyn Rhodes is actually a company based in Los Angeles that is named after its founder. It is a collection of artisans who create these beautiful pieces!
The Verdict: California Found has become one of my favorite subscription boxes! I loved everything I received this month, and I'm not exaggerating whatsoever. The brittle and bath bombs were absolute delights for the senses! The ring and bun pin are gorgeous accessories! And the cards are so pretty! I also cannot help but notice the value of everything adds up to $114.50, which is way more than the promised value of $90, and the box costs only $49!!!
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? No, you will receive the April box. From California Found:
If you subscribe on or before the 30th of the month, you will receive that month’s box. If you subscribe after the 30th, your subscription will begin with the next month’s shipment. If we are sold out of boxes the month you subscribe, you will be notified and your subscription will begin the following month.
Coupon - Use code MSALOVE20 to save 20% off your first box!
Value Breakdown: At $49 for this box, here’s what you are paying approximately per item:
- Classic Bun Pin - $17.12
- Moonlight Pomegranate Bath Bomb - $2.57
- Oatmeal Milk & Honey Bath Bomb - $2.35
- Pecan Butter Crunch - $4.71
- Rosemary Almond Butter Crunch - $4.71
- Four Greeting Card Set by Misstate Maker - $6.85
- Dani Adjustable Ring by Robyn Rhodes - $10.70
What do you think of California Found? What was your favorite item?
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