Is the All-Clubs Crate the best cardmaking subscription? See what’s included, why it’s such a great value, and how to create bright, tropical cards with this month’s kits.
Today I’m taking a closer look at the Spellbinders All-Clubs Crate Membership, which is hands-down one of the best values I’ve seen in cardmaking kits.
Month after month, subscription cardmaking kits are some of my absolute favorites to create with. I love the fresh, seasonal themes—and my Club Kit cards are almost always favorites for both me and the recipients.
If you’ve ever wondered which kits are actually worth the investment, I’ve also shared a full breakdown in my Best Cardmaking Subscription Kits guide.
I frequently make scene cards with my subscription card kits, so you might also enjoy my Best Scene Card Ideas Guide.
In this post, I’m sharing two tropical card designs using the June All-Clubs Crate—one scene card and one playful window card.
This post is part of my Subscription Series where share kits, reviews and card ideas to help you create beautiful die cut designs. You can explore more here: Best Die-Cutting Ideas & Tools
📦 Why the All-Clubs Crate Is Such a Great Value
For $130/month, the All-Clubs Crate includes:
- Small Die of the Month
- Large Die of the Month
- Stitching Die of the Month
- Clear Stamp & Die Kit
- Embossing Folder + 3D Folder
- Press Plate & Foil Plate
- Stencil of the Month
👉 Total value: ~$315
Plus, members receive:
- 2 exclusive bonus items (not sold separately)
- Coordinating cardstock pack
- 15% discount on products
- 1 free shipping coupon each month
This month’s theme is Aloha Greetings—and if you’ve been thinking about upgrading your membership, this is a really fun month to jump in.
🌺 Card Inspiration: Aloha Tropical Designs
Featured Kits Used
- Large Die of the Month – Tropical Blooms
- All-Crates Exclusive – Aloha Hula
- Embossing Folder – Pineapple Pop
- Bonus Item – Penguin in Paradise
💃 Card 1: Tropical Hula Scene
Today we’re creating a fun layered die-cut card—and as always, let’s make something beautiful (and keep it simple).
The Aloha Hula exclusive set completely stole the show this month.
It includes:
- hula dancer + accessories
- tiki torch
- horizon line die
- ALOHA sentiment
👉 Everything you need to build a full scene—no extra fuss.
I used the hula dancer as my focal point and added a tropical bloom from the Large Die of the Month. This is one of the reasons I love the All-Clubs Crate—the kits are designed to mix and match beautifully.
If you enjoy building scene-style cards like this, you might also like my Sneaker Bouquet Scene Card, where I share additional layout tips and ideas.
Design Details
- Bright tropical palette: greens, oranges, pinks, and blues
- Sandy beach + sky background (included in the set!)
- Foam squares to highlight the focal point
- White card base for a subtle frame
💡 Tip: I used a shim when cutting delicate elements like the grass skirt—this made a big difference.
🐧 Card 2: Penguin Window Card
This card features the second bonus item—an adorable hula dancing penguin.
How I created it:
- Die cut a hexagon window (Vintage Lavender Fields dies)
- Embossed the panel with Pineapple Pop (part of this month’s Crate)
- Added blue backing for contrast
- Popped up the penguin with foam squares
- Created a layered “ALOHA” sentiment, which I offset for shadow effect (part of this month’s Crate)
- Finished with a tropical bloom
👉 The result: texture, dimension, and a playful focal point—all from just a few kit elements.
✨ Why These Cards Work
- Strong focal points (hula dancer + penguin)
- Bright, cohesive color palette
- Built-in scene elements
- Texture from embossing
- Easy, intuitive layouts
🎯 Who These Kits Are Perfect For
- Die-cutting lovers
- Subscription kit fans
- Cardmakers who enjoy themed designs
- Anyone who loves bright, tropical cards
- Crafters who enjoy scene building
💡 Why the All-Clubs Crate Is So Popular
✔ Incredible value for the price
✔ Coordinated themes across all kits
✔ Exclusive bonus items
✔ Minimal extra supplies needed
✔ Great way to build your stash quickly
👉 New members can join between the 6th–27th (when available).
👉 Current members can switch clubs between the 1st–4th.
🌴 More Ways to Use These Kits
These kits go far beyond just one card style:
- Tropical floral bouquet cards
- Clean & simple penguin cards
- Hibiscus floral designs (press plate / foil)
- Fun signpost cards (stamp set)
- Sea turtle summer scenes
- Stitched musical cards
- Stenciled plumeria florals
- Embossed island-style backgrounds
🔗 Part of My Subscription Series
If you love working with kits, you might also enjoy:
- Best Cardmaking Subscription Kits
- Easy Summer Die Cut Card Tutorial + Review
- Sneaker Bouquet Card
- Card for Kids
🧰 Toolbox
Featured Product
- June All-Clubs Crate (main kit)
Cardstock & Dies
Equipment
👉 If you’re building your craftroom, you might also enjoy my supply guides.
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Are you a die-cutting enthusiast—or do you love mixing techniques like foiling, stamping, and stitching?
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