As you may know by now, I am a rep for the magical subscription box Unicorn Crate. If any of what you see in this post catches your eye, feel free to use my code READEN10 to get 10% off your first crate of the monthly subscription. Right now, the June box is sold out but the July crate is currently on sale. The theme for that month is “Magic Systems”.
For those of you who don’t know, Unicorn Crate (like Fairyloot) is a monthly bookish subscription service that delivers bookish goodies right to your doorstep. They are based out of the United States and feature at least one unicorn themed item a month. Each month Unicorn Crate features a new theme. The theme for May was, “Tournaments and Trials”.
So without any further ado, let’s get into this month’s Unicorn Crate unboxing, shall we?
The Goodies:
- Note from author & signed bookplate
- Exclusive 4oz glass jar Tournament of Wishes candle by Spidey Scents
- Exclusive reading with unicorns tote bag by Sieskja
- Exclusive grocery list notepad by Unicorn Crate
- Gillyweed necklace by Simona Sewing Works
- Darrow Pack Red Rising-inspired trio of vinyl decals by 23rd Legion
- Exclusive ACOWAR quote magnetic bookmark by Bearly Paper Co
- Exclusive Goblet of Fire iron on patch by Unicorn Crate
- Blessing of unicorns bookmark by Unicorn Crate
The above necklace is definitely my favorite item in this month’s crate. I have been seeing these fake potions around and have been dying to receive one of my own. Not only is it adorable but the quality and attention to detail is amazing. The only problem I have with this item is the fact that it came on a leather cord which I am not really a fan of. I will probably end up switching it out for a gold chain.
If you have been following my bookstagram or blog for a while, than you are well aware of my slight candle obsession. So it should be no surprise that my next favorite item is the above candle inspired by A Crown of Wishes. I am actually burning this bad boy as I am typing this and the scent smells amazing. The notes are sandalwood, orange blossom and masala chai.
If there is one item I absolutely love receiving in subscription boxes, a magnetic bookmark is definitely it. The above item was inspired by A Court of Wings and Ruin and features one of my favorite quotes. The quality on this product is incredible. The paper is nice and thick with a subtle gloss to it.
If it wasn’t for the fact that I rarely use tote bags than I would be all over this item. The artwork is gorgeous and the colors are just as beautiful. I am considering making this into a pillow just so I can get some use out of it.
I will admit, I used to hate getting pins and patches in subscription boxes. I just never knew what to do with them. Ever since I purchased a denim jacket though, my opinion on the two changed forever. This patch is even more beautiful in person. The colors are bright and just seem to pop. I will definitely be adding this to my jacket.
The above notepad is everything I didn’t know I needed and more. The words on the top say, “May the list be ever in your favor”. Which in my opinion is awesome. I am personally an avid list maker. I make lists for anything and everything so you can bet that I will be getting some use out of this notepad.
These vinyl stickers are probably the only miss for me in this months box. They are inspired by Red Rising–a series I have not read. So it’s not a complete shocker that these aren’t my favorite. The simplistic style just isn’t my thing either, but hey, you cant win them all!
As for the book:
Furyborn, by: Claire Legrand
Furyborn is the first book in a the Empirium Trilogy. It follows two queens both centuries apart, and both have the power to save their world or doom it. One is a Sun Queen and one is Blood Queen. I can already imagine this book is going to be a fast paced whirlwind of an adventure. There is also said to be a seven elemental trials that could end in death, and I am SO here for it.
Overall, the May Unicorn Crate was one of the best ones I received as a rep. Pretty much every item was a hit with the exception of the Red Rising vinyl stickers. Anyway, my rep period ends at the end of this month (June). You can still use my rep code READEN10 up until the 30. The June box is currently sold out but you can purchase the July ‘Magic Systems’ crate now.
The theme for June is Potions and Poisons.
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I hope you enjoyed reading this month’s unboxing!
Until next time,
The Garden of Read-En 