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Resin Subscription Box Idea That Turns Art Into Income

Let’s be real resin art is addictive in the best way. The colors the textures the satisfying demolding moments. But what if I told you that you could turn your resin hobby into a recurring monthly income stream without needing to wait for one-off sales on Etsy or in-person markets?

That’s exactly

what I started exploring with my new resin subscription box idea and honestly it’s been one of the most fun and profitable moves I’ve made in my small creative business so far.

What Is a Resin Subscription Box

A resin subscription box is basically a monthly package that you send to your subscribers featuring either:

Finished resin pieces
DIY resin kits
Exclusive molds and supplies
Themed seasonal sets
Or a mix of all of the above

The magic of this model is that instead of chasing sales every month you build a group of loyal customers who are excited to receive something new from you regularly.

How I Came Up With the Idea

I had a few repeat customers on Etsy who would message me asking if I could make custom batches for birthdays baby showers or just seasonal decorations. That’s when it clicked.

What if I created

a surprise monthly box

with limited edition pieces or kits and let them subscribe?

I tested the idea by putting out a poll on Instagram Stories and the response was way better than I expected. I had 22 people sign up in the first two weeks.

What I Put in My Boxes

For the first few months I kept it simple:

Box Theme Example: Fall Vibes Box

1 set of resin leaf coasters
Mini pumpkin keychain
Small bag of dried flowers and mica powder for DIYers
A handwritten thank-you note and care instructions

Future box ideas include subscription

DIY kits with exclusive tutorial access
Seasonal molds
Limited edition color powders or glitters

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How to Price It

Pricing can feel tricky but here’s a simple breakdown I used:

Calculate your cost per box including:
- Materials
- Packaging
- Shipping
Add a profit margin
Consider your time

For example subscription

I priced my first box at $28 USD including shipping which gave me about $10–12 profit per box. As I grew and added value like tutorials and extras I gradually raised the price to $35 and customers stayed because the value was there.

💡 Pro Tip: Look at other craft subscription boxes on Cratejoy for pricing inspiration and market ideas

How I Manage It subscription

I use a simple Google Form connected to Stripe for now but I’m planning to switch to a more automated platform like Subbly or Shopify’s subscription app once I grow past 50 subscribers.

I also send monthly emails with sneak peeks behind the scenes and care tips to keep people excited and engaged.

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Why It Works subscription

Here’s what makes the subscription model such a game changer:

Predictable income
each month
A more personal connection with your customers
The freedom to create themed content and experiment
Less pressure to constantly market and promote individual items

Plus customers love surprises and handmade touches that make them feel like they’re opening a gift.

Thinking of Starting Your Own

If you’re even slightly considering starting your own resin subscription box here’s what I’d recommend:

Start small
Choose a monthly or bi-monthly schedule
Keep shipping costs in mind
Build a waitlist or test interest on social media first
Make it fun and consistent

And most importantly subscription

don’t wait until everything is perfect. My first few boxes weren’t fancy but they were made with love and my subscribers felt that.

If you want to learn more about how I package and ship my resin boxes check out my next post [Click here → My Resin Packaging Routine and Shipping Hacks]

Want a checklist for launching your own resin subscription?
Download my free Resin Subscription Starter Checklist here

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