The Bella Box.โข Friends, I just can't believe we're about to release our 12th box. Twelve! An even dozen! Where has time gone? It seems like just yesterday when we released the very first box.
It wasn't THAT long ago, was it? But when I think of all that's happened since, from pandemics and subscriptions to baking shows, French models, and more, I guess we've shared a lot of experiences together since that first launch nearly six years ago!
I've been here at Kimberbell for all 12 boxes, and I gotta admit . . .it's been an incredible ride. The theme of our next box has me feeling nostalgic, so I thought it would be fun to go down memory lane for a few minutes to remember (and celebrate!) the projects and fun of The Bella Box!
Do you have any of these boxes? (Leave a comment below!) Now, here's a look back . . .
#1: Winter 2019
It was the summer and fall of 2019 and excitement zinged through Kimberbell as we all geared up to launch our very first Bella Box. This was a new product, a new concept . . .would anyone like it?
The Winter 2019 box (like several boxes that immediately followed) was a mystery box. How thankful we are for every single person who took a chance on the box without knowing its contents! (People liked it. ๐ )
Projects included the Welcome Winter Bench Buddy, Cookie Wishes Apron, Warm & Toasty Coaster (in multiple sizes), and Sweets & Treats Gift Pocket PLUS six bonus applique designs!
โ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) HERE! And, if you REALLY want to visit the past, you can watch my super-old live unboxing video HERE! ๐
#2 : Box of Sunshine (Spring 2020)
Remember what we were all doing in the spring of 2020? ๐ฌ Yep. We were all grounded, socially distancing, and working from home. It was a difficult time for everyone . . .and we were releasing a new Bella Box to boot!
But machine embroiderers needed something to look forward to, especially during the pandemic. The Box of Sunshine came along at just the right time, brightening long days with cheerful projects!
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Projects included: Home is Where You Hang Your Quilts Wall Hanging, Leather & Lace Zipper Pouch, Letโs Get Ready to Bumble Tea Towel, Sweet as Can Bee Cutwork Tea Towel, Sweet Talk Clasp Purse, and Tied With a Bow Pen Pocket PLUS six bonus applique designs!
โ๏ธ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) right HERE! Watch the live unboxing with Kim and myself HERE!
#3: Embrace the Cozy (Fall 2020)
As we worked and planned for the Fall 2020 box, Kimberbell employees could be heard muttering a new and unfamiliar word: hygge. We practiced pronouncing it all the time! (By the way, it's hoอoษกษ!)
This is a Danish word meaning "a quality of coziness" and "feeling of contentment." Our Embrace the Cozy box was designed with hygge in mind and came with seven cozy projects to make you smile!
Projects included the Simple Pleasures Mug Rug, With All My Heart Zipper Pouch, Sweet Harmony Quilted Basket, Soft & Cozy Chenille Pillow, Togetherness is Happiness Fabric Frame, and two Hearth Lights 3D Houses PLUS six bonus designs! Each box also included a pair of Kimberbella socks.
๐ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) HERE! Watch the live unboxing with Kim and Jayme HERE! (And you can get a kick out of our silly sock video HERE!)
#4: Live Creatively (Spring 2021)
As the spring of 2021 approached, the pandemic was still around . . .but not quite as oppressive and limiting as it had been before. We were all ready to let loose and live creatively!
With new techniques, bright colors, and super-fun embellishments, our Live Creatively Bella Box helped us discover and delight in new possibilities. (We even had a smoothie contest to get "creative juices" flowing!)
Projects included the Create Pennant Banner, Make Life Beautiful Collage Pillow, Dream, Plan, Do Folio, Creative Juices Tea Towel, Makers Gonna Make Tote, and a variety of Be Inspired Bookmarks PLUS five bonus designs!
๐ผ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) right HERE! Watch the live unboxing with Kim and Emily HERE!
#5: Handmade Holiday (Fall 2021)
With fall in the air, our thoughts turned to the holidays for our next Bella Box. Since the theme was baking and gifting, we just had to do a Baking Memories show for the reveal! (For recipes from that event, click HERE!)
This Bella Box included a variety of ideas for holiday gifts and our team really thought "outside the box" for the projects. From greeting cards to wine bags, this fun and festive box had something for everyone!
Projects included the Pieced Poinsettia Table Topper, Quilted Gift Box, Wrapped with Love Plant Holder, Holiday Cheer Wine Bag, Joyful Wishes Greeting Cards, and the Seasonal Chef Apron, PLUS six bonus designs!
๐ช If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) HERE! Watch the live Baking Memories unboxing event/baking show HERE!
#6: French Market (Spring 2022)
Ooh-la-la! Spring of 2022 carried us away to Paris and a lovely French Market. For the photo shoot (in the winter, mind you), we set up a full-scale marketplace inside a greenhouse with booths, food, and art.
It was tres magnifique . . .and a lot of work. (But fun!) And we didn't stop there. Instead of our "usual" live unboxing, we put together a French fashion show with entertainment and models presenting the projects!
Fun fact: This box was the first to be released as a subscription under the ME Time brand!
Projects included the Bonjour Tea Towel (with four sentiments), Paris Chic Zipper Pouch, Floral Hoop, Les Fleurs Table Runner, four Mon Petit Charms, and the Flea Market Bag, PLUS six bonus designs!
๐ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) HERE! You can also watch the French fashion show HERE and the official unboxing video HERE!
#7: Family Tree (Fall 2022)
At the end of the day, what matters more than family? So in the fall of 2022, we were thrilled to release the Family Tree Bella Box with its many beautiful projects for hearth and home.
We try to introduce new techniques with every box, and Family Tree was no exception! From creating a faux leather tote to stitching the locations of loved ones on a map, this box celebrates family in every way!
Projects include the Heartfelt Garland, Good to Be Home Wall Decor, Heirloom Maps Pillow (with world or US options), This is Us Memories Tote, and Family Tree Wall Canvas PLUS three Mug Rugs and two applique designs!
๐ณ If you'd like to make these projects, you can still order this Bella Box with all the materials. (We have a few left!) Click HERE to order your box and click HERE to watch the live unboxing with Tori and Cassie!
#8: Fresh & Local (Spring 2023)
The Fresh & Local Bella Box was a breath of fresh air for the spring of 2023, with happy colors and a down-home vibe. (Seriously, I feel healthier just looking at the Fresh & Local projects!)
There's so much value to every Bella Box. For example, take a look at the two Shop Local designs below: one has a farmer's market theme, while the other has a quilt shop theme! You get both options in the box. ๐
Projects included the Shop Local Tote, Barn Quilt Trivet, Bouquet Gift Wrap (with leather gift tags), Love Grows Garden Flag, and Living the Good Life Screen PLUS seven bonus projects!
๐ If you'd like to make these projects, you can still order this Bella Box with all the materials. (We have a few left!) Click HERE to order your box and click HERE to watch the live unboxing with Jeanette and Tori!
#9: Season of Gifting (Fall 2023)
As the seasons changed once more, our thoughts again turned to a Season of Gifting. Our Kimberbellas and Fellas love a good holiday box and our team delivered! You could say it was just like Christmas . . .
We thought of everything. Not only did we provide hot-fix crystals for holiday sparkle and shine, we also included the hot fix tool AND a special screwdriver to help finish the Mini Embroidery Hoop projects!
Projects included the Good Tidings Tea Towel, Mini Embroidery Hoops, Pieced Fir Tree, Polar Bear Triangle Treat Pouch, Surprise Snap Pouch, and the Countdown to Christmas Pillow PLUS six bonus designs!
๐ If you'd like to make these projects, you can purchase the digital files only (no materials) right HERE! Watch the live unboxing video with Kim and Tori HERE!
#10: Let's Celebrate (Spring 2024)
Spring is in the air . . .so Let's Celebrate! Spring 2024 brought more than rain and flowers, it also brought our 10th Bella Box. How did we arrive at 10 so fast? Weren't we just at Winter 2019 a few minutes ago? ๐
Our Let's Celebrate box had projects to enjoy throughout the year and featured new techniques like stitching on balsa wood and making wreath spike flowers. (Honestly . . .what will our team think up next?)
Projects included the Happy Dog Cinch Sack, Congrats Pennant Banner, Fringe Letters, Halloween Hoop Acorn, Flowers Balsa Wood, and Wreath Spikes Flowers PLUS 16 (Yep, I just said 16!) bonus projects.
๐ If you'd like to make these projects, you can still order this Bella Box. (We have a few left!) Click HERE to order your box and click HERE to watch the live unboxing with Kim and Tori.
#11: Feeling Festive (Fall 2024)
Our Fall 2024 box had us all Feeling Festive with six projects that are wintertime wonderful. (Yep, instead of a holiday focus, we included projects to last the whole season!) โ๏ธ
One of the most popular projects from the Feeling Festive box has been the Polar Bear Rice Warmer. Subscribers have also loved the Snowplace Tiling Scene, the Leather Snap Trays . . .and everything else.
Projects include the Snowplace Tiling Scene, Festive Felt Pockets, Polar Bear Rice Warmer, Teacup Zipper Pouch, Cu-Tea Tags, and Leather Snap Tray PLUS seven bonus designs (and lots of extra goodies, too)!
โธ๏ธ The Feeling Festive Bella Box is shipping right now and is the box that's shipped UNTIL the next box is released next month. To watch the live unboxing with Kim and Tori, please click HERE!
#12: Sew Timeless (Spring 2025)
Well, friends, that brings us out of the past and into the very near future! As you now know, the theme for our Spring 2025 box is Sew Timeless. This box will be sent to all Bella Box subscribers starting on April 15, 2025!
Although I can't show you the projects yet (Dang it!), I can tell you they're AWESOME. And that's all you're getting outta me right now! ๐ค But here's the official logo, which may just give you a sense of the vibe . . .
Thanks for going on this journey through time with me! Wow, we've had a lot of fun together over the years, haven't we? To get in on the fun and become a Bella Box subscriber, just click the button below!
Now, I'm curious. Does anyone have ALL of the Bella Boxes? If so, please comment! I'd also love to hear your Bella Box highlights: your favorite box, your favorite projects, even your favorite collectible pin.
Oh, and please save the date! Join us on April 8, 2025 for the live reveal. We can't wait to show you what's in the Sew Timeless Bella Box, so please be sure to join us then for the live unboxing! ๐ Until then . . .
Happy stitching!
