SPOILER ALERT | December 2022 Subscription Box UNBOXING

[@deniseyeaisaidit]

How is it possible that every subscription box gets better and better? I cannot wait for my box to arrive. Thank you so much for making the most beautiful items.

[@ArcherandOlive]

That's our aim!! 💕

[@missyt2541]

Every new box is my new favorite too ... love all the cozy vibes ☕ I can't wait until my box arrives 💕

[@ArcherandOlive]

Aw so happy to hear that! We want each box to be our new favorite so we're always improving!!

[@meeks4756]

"We have two cats helping!" lol...story of my life...so helpful 😍

[@ArcherandOlive]

😂 always snooping!!

[@kiesolomonian]

Everytime I try to cancel my subscription thinking - ok I'm good I don't need one for a few months. Then Bonnie and the Team just decides to come out with a box that I freaking just love. Thanks already broke my new years resolution. Lol

[@ArcherandOlive]

Then we are doing our jobs right 😂

[@isigarrido8875]

I need a saucer for that cup! Love the cup and everything else. The print is great.

[@TC-pp1cx]

This box looks amazing! They’re always sent at the perfect time (when I’m starting to feel unmotivated to journal)

[@ArcherandOlive]

Hope it helps you get motivated!

[@adelefuselier7934]

I'm writing in June 2023, I wanted to say that this is my most favorite box since I started receiving boxes from A & O. I loved everything in this box.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Oh so good to know thank you!!

[@tinapullen6421]

I have been stalking the page to see the spoilers. I hate surprises lol. I can't wait to get this box. I think this is my favorite so far. I love everything you showed!

[@ArcherandOlive]

SO happy to hear that! I need the spoilers too 😹

[@moniquejohnson3855]

Thank God a journal with lines! I’ve had more than enough of the grid ones, been giving it gifting them away bc I have so many! Please keep line journals in rotation always bc I am one of many that loves to write as well! Thanks, love the scissors!

[@snj_12]

Love every subscription box!! 👏 I agree with you…. I’m not a mug person and I usually get rid of every mug I get. BUT…. The mug in this sub box is divine! I love it! It’s perfect! Probably the first mug I’ll actually be keeping! Thank you! 🤩

[@ArcherandOlive]

Ahh so happy to hear that!

[@joannajackson1328]

I wish you would do more lined journals! I was hoping one of the summer journals would be lined. With failing eyesight, it has become more and more challenging to write on dot grid journals. Your things are so beautiful I would love to use more. I just need those lines. My daughter is 20 and enjoys all your products!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you for the feedback! We do hope to do more lined journals in the future 💕

[@hilary355]

I love all of these pretty boxes 😍😍 I would love to see more stencils/stamps in the future 🖤🖤

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you for the suggestion!

[@sofiaramirez5145]

omg I've been able to resist the urge to get one of these boxes, since I don't go over my stationary stuff so fast as before, but DAMN THIS BOX IS SO AMAZING! I may fall for this one

[@mskatie1015]

Oh so so so happy you have included lined notebook.......love it......keep them coming....PLEASE

[@ArcherandOlive]

You got it! 🥰

[@maryrivers1502]

When I saw the mug, I though, "Oh, no! Not another mug." However, I love the design and shape of this one. I can't wait for my box to arrive, so I can see it in person and use it.

[@ArcherandOlive]

So happy to hear that!!

[@janetodell9441]

That mug is the perfect shape for tea!

[@tristins9644]

I adore almost everything A&O makes. I could watch these unboxings all day 😂 I have been drinking my nightly Lavender Chamomile in the sweet mug. Funnily enough I wasn't sure I was going to stay un-paused for this box, but accidentally forgot to confirm that for myself before the subscription started. I was like "Oh......whoops....?" 🙄🤷‍♀️ I ended up loving it! Sub boxes are so fun because they give you a chance to get out of your comfort zone and grow appreciation for the new and unexpected.

[@ArcherandOlive]

That's exactly what we aim for with each box! So happy you love it 💕

[@HumdrumCurio]

I am very excited to have more items that I can incorporate into my every day use. I don’t bulletjournal but I sketch, draw, watercolor, scrapbook, and daily journal and even still can’t manage to use up all of the box in a quarter. I still use my tote bag and card tin from previous boxes 😁 I’d love to see more videos on here or instagram (not Facebook) highlighting how to use the current box items.

[@ArcherandOlive]

That's a great idea we will try!

[@inkyangel]

I really love this sub box! I will use all the items in this one! Really love the mug and the journals!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Yey so happy to hear that!!

[@cheyennemcanuff5030]

The real question I have is what size lead is in the mechanical pencils 👀 I’m a self proclaimed snob when it comes to pen/pencil tips 😅

[@ArcherandOlive]

It's 0.7mm!

[@HumdrumCurio]

I was wondering the same and glad I have erasers that I love. Now to fill these up with colored pencil lead that compliments the set 😍

[@hege_r80]

I would absolutely donate the mug. It’s super cute and has to be washed by hand. And that is a no go in my house.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Sun/heat isn't required - you could even do this on a cloudy day, it would just require more exposure (leave it out for closer to 20 minutes).

[@alinebristol102]

Eagerly awaiting my box … tea will go in the tin AND in my cup. The square journal will receive the notes of my language studies while the A5 will become my first 2023 daily journal. Great work!

[@ArcherandOlive]

LOVE these ideas!!

[@pjsparkles822]

JFKDSLJFKLSDJF THE 8x8 IS LINED?! I'M WEEPING! I CAN NOT FREAKING WAIT!!!!! I daily journal in a lined journal and 8x8 is my favorite. I am screaming omg!!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Eeek so happy you're excited!!

[@DIYbyNikyFoster]

I was so excited for this! And can’t wait to receive my December box!😍 I pretty much love everything especially the scissors, stickers, the embossed journal cover, mug and tea tin!❤

[@ArcherandOlive]

SO so happy to hear that!!

[@glorioustomato]

The box is very pretty. I like the typical items like the washi tape, scrap paper, and pens. The colors are great. I love the cover of the dot journal. It is super pretty. It's perfect to start off a new year. The added accessories I'm not super excited about. It's hard to get excited about scissors. I'll use them though of course. I'm not sure what to do with that tea tin but it's cute. I'm a little disappointed that the "mug" is a tea cup. I love to drink coffee in pretty mugs and was excited when I saw the label but I drink a lot and that doesn't look like it holds much. All in all the notebooks, pens, and washi tape are on point as usual.

[@tammybrumby7699]

First I just want to say every box I've ever received is exquisite, I live in Australia and am soo excited when they arrive... however.. lil confession.. this will be my sixth box and I have never used any of them, I am so overwhelmed with ruining them that I'm too scared to use them sooo... I was wondering if u could put a beginner box together for ppl like me.. one that has a few example pages that have already been set out, using the products in the box.. I have mental health issues.. duhh lol And my brain tells me I'm only going to ruin them so I never touch them, but I think that would be helpful for someone like me and hopefully I'm not the only one who feels this way.. anyway just a thought. Thankyou for listening. Tammy

[@ArcherandOlive]

Oh I'm so sorry to hear that! I know that feeling, and I had to slowly change my perspective that using the book and making it my own was making it more unique no matter what it looked like. In fact, I purposely turn to the back page and mess it up to get past that worry! Or miss the first page and come back to it later as that's the hardest. We'll absolutely look into getting more content and advice for when you feel this way!

[@The76401Wallaces]

THE LINED PAGES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ginalee1010]

I LOVE this box! I was not a fan of the September box at ALL…so I was seriously planning to cancel my subscription. It’s an expensive subscription and I had to make a decision. I chose to wait with crossed fingers and see what the December had in store - I’M SO HAPPY I KEPT THE SUBSCRIPTION!! Everything in this box is absolutely BEAUTIFUL and FABULOUS 😮🎉❤. Now I’ll be stalking my delivery guy until it arrives! Thank you for such a beautifully curated sub box!

[@TheAquamarine4]

Omg it’s so funny how we all have such different tastes because I got hooked for the September box and now I’m just glad the December box is just as nice :)

[@ArcherandOlive]

SO happy this one is more your style 💕

[@charliebarratt9259]

Bonnie!!! So good to see you on a video again 💕. I think this box is going to be my favourite. You & the design team have created such a wonderful box this time 😁❤️

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you so much!!!

[@rhianabrooke]

AHK! IM SO EXCITED! I NEED IT NOW!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Hope it gets to you soon!!

[@rhianabrooke]

I JUST GOT IT AND ITS MADE MY WEEK! IM SO IN LOVE!

[@katherinevickers4825]

Mine comes on Thursday and I can’t wait. This is sooo beautiful, love everything in it.

[@yvonne2813]

Omg I so love the book with lined pages I can’t wait to get my box. ❤ and I can’t wait to get the scissors and the mug 😊

[@ArcherandOlive]

Hope it gets to you soon!!

[@caitlinfarquhar5959]

This box is absolutely amazing and gorgeous, I love it so much! Thank you for curating this for us!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Glad you like it!

[@wendyrobards9089]

My box is out for delivery today and I can’t wait to open it! I just joined the subscription box in September and the quality and beauty of these boxes is amazing!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Oh I'm so happy to hear that!!

[@vickibridges8766]

Can you tell me how many pages is the dot grid journal please? Thanks in advance.

[@nicolesmith1309]

I love it, but probably won’t get it because of budget right now. I can still admire and appreciate it. The scissors are great! The gel pen colors are so pretty. Also, THANK you for making some of the packaging boxes Functional.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you for your kind words 💕

[@Stitchxavi]

Love the square notebook

[@ArcherandOlive]

Isn't it stunning!?

[@ElaineDomingo]

I'm from ph and would love to try arcger and plive, I did not know they were named after these cutiees

[@charlenevsmith]

Another beautiful box!

[@Borntofly34]

Can't wait for mine to arrive! I feel like this and September's box go really well together

[@ArcherandOlive]

Ooo they would go nice!!

[@kimjackson5284]

I’m so glad I subscribed I’ll never use that ☕️ teacup. But I love it

[@ArcherandOlive]

You could also use it for your water cup while painting or on your desk! I do that all the time 🥰

[@KocholateKoutureCo]

Gorgeous sub box!! The A5 notebook is my favorite item!!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Isn't that design stunning!?

[@KocholateKoutureCo]

Yes it is!!

[@BrandiJanei]

This box is so beautiful! You and the team did a great job.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Awe thank you!!

[@TxPeaches]

Can the pencils be refilled? What lead size do they take?

[@ArcherandOlive]

Yes they can! They are 0.7mm

[@katyarill8866]

The box is great! It would have been really nice if there’d be an option for left-handed people with the scissors - I just can’t use regular ones, and it’s such a pity I wouldn’t be able to use those.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you for the feedback - I'll make sure to pass that onto the designers! 💕

[@coffeenpages]

The last journal is about to become my recipe journal

[@ArcherandOlive]

Oh I LOVE that idea!!

[@kreyolkaligrafi3805]

Ok mg I have never been so excited by a box ❤. I can’t wait to receive mine. My little ray of sun in this chaotic life lately. I can’t wait to begin 2023 and leave 2022 😢

[@ArcherandOlive]

So beyond excited for this one!!

[@rhianabrooke]

I wish I could chase down my mailman. When will I get it?!

[@ArcherandOlive]

You should receive a shipping notification and tracking this week!

[@FeliciaYoung]

I just started the subscription box in September, and I have not been disappointed. FedEx will be delivering my box tomorrow, and I can't wait. I love everything that is in it!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Oh so happy to hear that!!!

[@joellynmoran1501]

How about making the same mug to partner this one but with reversed pattern?!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Ooo 😻😻

[@warriorthu]

This whole box is perfectly my style and interest! I just wish we were getting actual tea 😊

[@ArcherandOlive]

Tea can have a lot of restrictions for international shipping, but we hope you pop your favorite tea in there!

[@SallySueSaywhatagain]

There's no such thing as too many tea tins!

[@ladyelainefairchild3546]

@@SallySueSaywhatagain I have way too many tea tins.

[@cindycat8528]

Yay yay!! I am getting this one ! I love love 🥰

[@tanyarobinson1146]

I got my box and it was badly damaged. Lucky everything inside looks okay.

[@ArcherandOlive]

So glad everything inside was intact - but if you do come across any damage reach out to [e-mail] and they can help!

[@moniquejohnson3855]

Been waiting for this video bc I forgot to cancel my box for this quarter lol

[@ArcherandOlive]

Hope you love everything!!

[@ArcherandOlive]

Which item in the box is YOUR favorite? 🎁

[@happyplanner_jana]

Definitely the dot grid coffee themed journal 😍😍😍

[@Littlematchabujo]

It has to be dot grid journal notebook 🤎

[@gloriamiller6773]

If I HAVE to choose, I’d say the square lined notebook. I’ve been wanting to try square and I already love the lined ones! Very close second would be the mug.

[@laurieerlemeier3921]

All of it!!!

[@sjlmorgan]

Every single thing! This is my favorite sub so far!

[@annekeappels]

Looks amazing 😍

[@magoryOH]

Love this box!! Question: With the new bindings on the notebooks, do we still need to break in the spine?

[@ArcherandOlive]

Yes still best practice for caring for the part where the paper is binded!

[@emenem1457]

Love all of this !

[@ArcherandOlive]

SO happy you do!

[@PhoenixHolly]

Is the teacup dishwasher and microwave safe?

[@kdizzler]

The mug box says "hand wash only" on the front. Seems it has no metallic elements, so it should be microwaveable. Hopefully it says on the bottom of the mug.

[@ArcherandOlive]

Hand wash only but microwave safe!

[@dazzlingcreativevibesandpl6774]

Gorgeous....

[@JenniferDanish]

Beautiful box; I would however really love to see more things that are even more gender neutral! More botanicals vs flowers, etc....

[@ArcherandOlive]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@ladyelainefairchild3546]

What? That’s it? A tea cup with no saucer and an EMPTY tea tin? Who needs another mug and one that doesn’t even go in the dishwasher??? I really really wish I had cancelled. All the other subscription boxes had multiple stationary novelties September was amazing (ruler, press, wooden stamps) Others all had something cool like a bag or heavy cover that zipped. A mug??? Just gel pens not even acrylics? $75? This is your skimpiest box ever and to have it be the holiday box is extra sad.

[@ArcherandOlive]

I'm so sorry this box wasn't for you. Due to shipping restrictions we were not able to include tea in the tin, but it is safe for you to do so if you are a tea/coffee drinker. Or of course it is sized for pens too. And due to the intricate design of the mug we don't recommend to put it in the dishwasher, but we will take that feedback into consideration. We hope the upcoming box in March is more your style. The week leading up to the renewal date we share sneaks on Instagram/Tiktok and email - hopefully these will help you decide whether to skip/renew! 💕