The Best Art Subscription Boxes for a Summer of Inspiration

Updated by Amy Furr

Long and lovely summer days are full of possibilities! If you're looking to explore new hobbies, find your passion, and fuel your creativity this summer, you’ve come to the right place. At Cratejoy, we have numerous arts & crafts subscriptions that deliver a box of inspiration directly to your door every single month.

Are you looking for a craft subscription you can enjoy on the weekend with friends? Maybe date night ideas? Or perhaps you need screen-free art projects you can do with the kids. No matter who you want to share your art subscription box with, you’re sure to learn new skills, fire up imaginations, and make DIY magic with a Cratejoy craft subscription box. Each one is packed with high-quality materials, handy supplies, and expert instructions so you and your loved ones can easily complete a fun and fabulous project at home...and have a great time while you’re at it!

Whether you and your partners in craft are experienced artists or just starting on your arts & crafts journey, a subscription box is the best way to enjoy your new DIY activity. So what are you waiting for? Your new favorite arts and crafts project is just a subscription box away.

Our Favorite Art Project Boxes & Craft Subscriptions

Monthly Premier Paletteful Pack

Monthly Premier Paletteful Pack

From $39.90 per box
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Paletteful Packs brings artists open-ended creativity! These monthly gift sets include a curated selection of top-quality art supplies and materials.

Shipping: Orders placed by the 30/31st will ship on the 1st. All boxes ship on the 1st of each month.

Customer Review

“I bought this for my teen who has taken 3 years of art. There was so much in the box!! Supplies are well worth the price, copiac markers in our set and good quality paper. We have now ordered 3 month subscription. Looking forward to creating new art pieces with supplies. Satisfied momma.” – Michelle T.

SketchBox

SketchBox

From $20.00 per box
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SketchBox is a monthly art supply subscription box that empowers artists of any age with unique, full-sized art supplies to create a surprise project. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity and keep the inspiration coming!

Shipping: We ship our boxes on the 25th of each month to arrive by the 1st.

Customer Review

“I purchased a gift subscription for my daughter a year ago and she has asked for it again for her birthday. Each box that we have received has given her the opportunity to try out a medium she has never used before and convert her into loving charcoal (Sketchbox introduced her to it) and using ink vs. pencil. .” -Stacy

Nature Sketch Crate

Nature Sketch Crate

From $45.00 per box
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It’s hard to not find creative inspiration outside, and with the Nature Sketch Crate, they’ll paint a new plant or animal every month with instruction by an award-winning artist. This subscription box is wonderful for people of all ages and all artistry skill-levels.

Shipping: FIRST BOX SHIPS WITHIN 3 BUSINESS DAYS. Ships from Long Beach CA estimate =US: 1-6 business days & Canada:1-4 weeks. Only US and Canada(Customer liable for any Customs Taxes and Fees). Please keep the address updated before the end of the month to ensure the correct delivery. Tracking is provided with all shipments.

Customer Review

“WOW! I absolutely loved this gift! Everything was very high quality and so beautifully packaged. After completing the lessons, I was inspired to go outside and sketch independently. The video lessons were so relaxing. Just the break I needed. I highly recommend this class!” — Harriet H.

The Paper Crate - Card Making Kit

The Paper Crate - Card Making Kit

From $27.49 per box
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They'll learn to make some happy mail of their own with the card-crafting techniques found in The Paper Crate. Every month, they'll get card-making kits to create 4 uniquely designed greeting cards with items like stamp sets, embellishments, finishing items, and more. Simple instructions and thoughtful templates make these projects good for newbies and experienced crafters alike.

Shipping: Sign up by the last day of the month and we will ship our box to you on or around the 6th of every month!

Customer Review

"I love my first box. I was so impressed with the gifts on the first box and the high quality of paper, Asuka Studio. Very impressed. Contacted customer support and had no issues. I had fun with my box and cannot wait for the next one! Thank you so much!" - Nicole L.

The Adults & Crafts Crate

The Adults & Crafts Crate

From $32.00 per box
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There’s no need to get bogged down in project planning when the pros behind the Adults & Crafts Crate have got it covered. Each monthly box sends at least 1 new Pinterest-worthy craft project, including all the supplies, tools, and illustrated step-by-steps to teach new crafting techniques while making one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

Shipping: New orders will ship within five business days! If you need a gift printout before we ship, just message us! Then, will ship around the 25th of each month. If you need a kit by a certain date (i.e. birthday), just message us after you order and we will get that set up for you! You can order now even if you want it to start in the future.

Customer Review

"I received the engraving kit and I love it! I practiced on an old glass weigh scale to get the hang of engraving. I then started the glass coasters using pictures off google. I am sooo happy with how they turned out! It’s very relaxing and is a great stress reliever. I have a few people now wanting me to make them sets of coasters :)" - Megan T.

Charcoal Expressions Drawing Art Box

Charcoal Expressions Drawing Art Box

From $41.20 per box
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Nurture your artistic talents with a box dedicated to using charcoal as a medium. Each subscription comes with 2 drawings, video tutorials, supplies, and mattes for framing.

Shipping: Your box will ship in the last week of every month, New orders will ship within 2 days.

Customer Review

“This is so much fun. He's so easy to follow. You have everything in the pack to make a great picture. It's totally suitable for framing and something I'm proud to have made.” – Jennifer G.

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