I got brushes set and one of the brushes inside the box has something white on it all over the bristles which I think is mold. I emailed the support to request a replacement and left a support req... See more
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UPDATE: I have not been charged for another 6 month subscription which I did not authorize nor request nor can I afford at the moment. There is no place in one's account to cancel or update anything except addresses and payments. You have to contact them directly - which, to date, gets you an avalanche of back and forth emails. The website needs severe updating for easier control on the customer's end. If you like the products and wish to invest in this company, I would suggest not keeping a credit card on file after your initial purchase is complete.
Original review: I paid for a 6 month subscription box series from Sarah Burns Studio via Craftamo last August. The cost is $267.99 plus an additional $12.99 per box. Their tracking system is pretty strange as you get charged, are sent a "tracking number" that shows nothing viable you can actually track, and then, 10-14 days later, your package arrives.
For $12.99 a box, it shouldn't take that long. It is difficult to figure out where it originates from. Nonetheless, when I finally got the box, the quality of the materials was good enough, instructions clear...overall, expensive for what you get but you do pay for a guided experience to help your art skills with a favorite artist. It would be far more economical to just buy the materials on your own and use Skillshare or another venue for the learning experience but I thought this would be fun and I could also gift my artsy friend with the holidays coming up (flash forward, box never came I had planned to gift).
My issue is how Craftamo is (not)handling the paid for/missing box ($57.65) - now going on 2 months of just emailing back and forth. UPS/USPS never received it in their system as I already researched with them. The email I was sent stating it was on the way with the tracking number showed canceled. It has been 2 months and all I get are plethora of emails saying "how sorry they are I am frustrated and indeed it was not canceled, we will look into it...but remember, you DID receive Boxes 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6."
It does not take 2 months to resolve a shipping issue. Total to Craftamo: $345.93 ($57.65 per box) which isn't small change for most of us.
Glitches happen but pushing things off while making your customer feel it is their fault, is just bad business. For now, 1 star. If this gets resolved with a refund or they finally send the box, I may upgrade.
Just beware - before you spend a chunk of money on a subscription - this could happen. And it is not that such a shipping glitch could happen (it does and can be resolved in most all cases), it's that you will spend far too much time and effort to resolve it because Craftamo will not.

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Great service from Craftamo, and really nice Emma Lefebvre brush sets! I like doing business with a company that gets out quality products in short order, and it’s wonderful that Emma works with a reliable company like Craftamo.

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We became acquainted with Craftamo from tuning in via YouTube to Emma LeFabvre’s videos and lessons. We look forward to learning from her once we have all our supplies gathered, and your company is one of the main sources for our supplies thus far. Once we found a teacher, then next natural step was to shop with the company involved in her recommendations!

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Thank you Craftamo, for offering high quality beautiful products. I’ve ordered multiple sets of Emma Lefebvre watercolor brushes and her signature metal pallet along with other individual brushes from Craftamo that are truly works of art themselves. When I reached out to customer service to ask a question about some difficulty in tracking one of my orders, they were quick to respond and follow up with me. I am impressed with the company, their quality products and customer service.

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Thank you, Craftamo, for your exemplary customer service. Whenever I had a problem with an order, you did not hesitate to reach out to solve it. I live all the way in Vancouver, Canada, yet you still took the time to resolve my concerns like a neighbour. I was worried my order hadn't arrived yet after several weeks. After you offered to look into it, the order arrived. Thank you again.

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I have enjoyed Eric Yi Lin's instructional videos for some time. Recently bought his brush set and they have become my "go-to" brushes ever since, surpassing several more expensive sets. They hold a lot of water and maintain a sharp point. Highly recommended.

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I have ordered many Craftamo offerings in the Emma Lafavre collection ( Brush sets, watercolor monthly subscription, & the 12Days box).
In my experience, the cost to content & quality has been wonderful! When I ordered, the shipping time is fairly reasonable…so overall my experience w/ the Craftamo-Emma collaboration has been Excellent.
I look forward to the New Emma subscription boxes when they are released! Thank you!

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I recently purchased Sarah Burns subscription box from Craftamo. The whole process was smooth and easy. My boxes arrived well packaged. The contents of each box was fabulous and well worth the money.

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I ordered the Emma Lafavre 12 Days of Christmas and enjoyed it sooo much. The brushes, in particular, are fabulous. I will be ordering a set very soon! The entire box was absolutely beautiful and every item was great quality.

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These brushes are the best! They hold a great point, bounce back and are superior to any others I have used. They hold water well. They are easy to load with pigment. Once cleaned dry in the point as if new.

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I recently purchased an Emma Lefebvre Advent Box from Craftamo. I really enjoyed the surprise of finding out what goodie I would get each day. The contents were great and I will use everything. I look forward to the 2025 box!

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I have ordered several things from Craftamo, from outstanding brushes to an exciting month to month painting subscription. My latest purchase was the Advent Calendar from Emma Levbre. It came exceptionally well packaged and beautifully done. I thoroughly enjoyed opening every days box and painting the tutorials. Craftamo has become my go to for creative fun on my watercolor journey.

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I started watercolor painting for a 2nd time after my husband died 4.5 years ago. 1st experience was in college and I liked very much. I feel like a self taught watercolor painter this 2nd time around. Learning from videos is great but to have the experience of using the artist exact brushes for the WC journey is even better. I chose today’s date because my experiences with WC’s has not stopped, it’s a continuing, learning journey.

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I loved the 12 Days of Christmas Box! Great quality and fun items! This was the second art advent calendar (the other one was from a different company) I’ve bought and it’s by far, the best one! I love how every item fit together as a “theme”. The item at the end was perfect to keep it all together. The packaging was beautiful and the tutorials were a special touch. It was a bit pricey, but I think it was worth it. It was so fun and I’m sad it’s over:)

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UPDATE. Craftamo denied my review on their website so BEWARE all the reviews will be positive as they deny truthful reviews. They also tried to have this review taken down but were unsuccessful.
UPDATE-if there was to be a delay due to the postal strike it should have stated so on your website. I understand the strike caused many delays BUT I should have been made aware of this when ordering as the item was for a gift that has still not arrived. Had I known about the delay I would not have ordered. Craftamo still refuses to cover the cost for me to ship the late Christmas themed product back to them from Canada to the UK. As for the cancellation request being denied, I ordered December 1, the item shipped December 31, there was more than enough time for you to cancel the order as requested on December 9 and at least 5 times after that date.
As you can see by the other 1 star reviews, Craftamo has nothing but excuses and does not work with the customer to find a solution suitable for both parties.
Would not recommend. Terrible customer service and unwilling to work with the customer.
Update- ordered December 1 and realized it would not arrive in time for gifting. Asked several times to cancel the order and got little to no response. They shipped the Christmas themed product on December 31, 30 days after ordering. I will now be expected to pay for return shipping from Canada to the UK in order to get a refund. Very disappointing business practices.

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Beautiful,well made brushes that seem to glide over the painting. They feel good in the hand and hold lots of pigment/water. You won`t be disappointed.

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I chose a 6 month subscription of Sarah Burns paint boxes from Craftamo. The product was lovely - but expensive. Note: you actually choose either "6 month plan" or "12 month plan". Then after 6 months my credit card was charged for another 6 months. In contacting Craftamo, the company stated subscriptions automatically renew. Which means, choosing "6 month plan" on the ordering page, is actually 12 months whether you want the product or not for that long. The website is totally misleading; you have to drill down to find this out. In contacting them the day the charge appeared on my card, they refused to credit me because I did not cancel "in time". Not only was I unaware of this automatic renewal (this factoid could have easily been placed on the main ordering page), no courtesy cancellation reminder was sent to warn you (think: Netflix, PBS, etc. who give you a 30 day reminder). Please beware of this misleading offer!

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This company offers sustainable products that are cruelty-free and eco-friendly. I use the bamboo brushes and I am very happy with their quality and performance.I will continue supporting this company by purchasing their wonderful products.

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Love craftamo brushes. High quality true to description brushes. My new favs! Highly recommend

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I have painted using so many brushes. I have to say these brushes are so good I don't use any others. Absolutely super products.

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