PMS & Pals - Week 11 Update
This week felt like the true “behind the scenes” of building a PMS subscription box - equal parts excitement, spreadsheets, snack sampling (the best part), and asking myself, “Is this too many comfort items?” (Spoiler: you can never have too many.)
What’s new this week?
I’ve been experimenting with a few new add-ins for upcoming boxes - things like cozy self-care items, new snack varieties, and comfort goodies that genuinely feel like a little hug delivered to your door. There’s something really satisfying about curating a box that I know someone will open on a day when everything feels like too much. I want PMS & Pals to feel like:
“Here. This is for you. You deserve comfort, even on the messy days.”
Collaboration moment:
My friend with the Cricut and I have officially started brainstorming custom items just for the subscription boxes - things like personalized stickers, mini comfort cards, and small reusable goodies.
The goal: make the boxes feel extra special without blowing up the cost. It's taking off to a great start.
What’s been challenging?
Time management continues to humble me. Subscription boxes are magical, but they also require planning, pricing, budgeting, and a surprising number of decisions about chocolate-to-tea ratios.
I’m also learning that every time I add or redesign a product, I have to rework the budget. A lot. Boxes are basically little puzzle pieces of costs, comfort, and creativity - and I’m still figuring out the best formula.
What’s keeping me encouraged?
The small wins.
A repeat customer.
A kind message.
Someone saying the box made their week a little easier.
Those moments remind me why I’m doing this - PMS & Pals is more than a subscription box. It’s a tiny act of care that shows up on your doorstep when you need comfort the most.
What am I learning about myself?
That I really love creating things that make people feel seen.
That even on overwhelming days, I’m drawn back to this project because it genuinely matters to me.
And that maybe I’m more capable than I let myself believe.
I’m learning to trust the process (and myself) even when things are imperfect.










