Customers like the quality, ease of use, and variety of classes in the consumer services subscription. They mention that the video instruction is outstanding, and the app is simple. They appreciate the entertainment value, saying that it's fun to browse and enjoy the classes. Customers are also satisfied with presentation. However, some customers disagree on value.

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53 customers mention49 positive4 negative

Customers find the content great, well presented, and worth recommending. They also say the courses are interesting and have cool projects. Customers are impressed with the professional and well put together videos.

"...there indeed was enough I would want to learn on it and I was amazed at the content..so many new things to learn and also things I had always wanted..." Read more

"...browser, some classes are very professional, planned, and teach skills via a project (knitting, book binding, ceramics, some sewing) but others are..." Read more

"...first time using a Creativebug video as a guide and was pretty satisfied with the results. I like how each project has a materials list too...." Read more

"...The instructor was upbeat, clear in explanations and showed us lots of great examples of the fun (and surprises) of custom- dying thrift store..." Read more

48 customers mention42 positive6 negative

Customers find the application easy to use and navigate. They also appreciate the outstanding video instruction and variety of classes. Customers also mention that the instructor is thorough yet approachable. They say the application is great for small, quick classes and that the wire wrapping class is easy to view and follow.

"...Overall, well worth the price, great instructors, easy to follow, and super fun for me.Nothing negative to add at this time." Read more

"...Easy directions creative directors, easy videos with steps to each class and even Wilton cake decorating!..." Read more

".../search/sort classes on either the app or a web browser, some classes are very professional, planned, and teach skills via a project..." Read more

"...been dabbling in the watercolor arena and the classes are fun and easy to follow, plus I can back up if I want to see something again...." Read more

29 customers mention25 positive4 negative

Customers like the variety of classes. They mention that the art classes are inspiring, and the crafts are huge. They also appreciate the unlimited access to classes, and that many courses have multiple levels so they can advance in the class from basics to more.

"...Many courses have multiple levels so you can advance in the class from basics to more advanced!..." Read more

"...Having a huge selection of classes has been wonderful and I don't feel I have to commit to any one craft, I can just keep exploring and experimenting..." Read more

"...I like how each project has a materials list too. It's also very helpful that you can save or "favorite" videos to come back to later...." Read more

"...The class variety is good, but I hope to see even more. The price and system of keeping a class per month is great...." Read more

24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

Customers find the classes in the subscription to be fun, easy to follow, and exciting. They also appreciate the enthusiasm and great projects. Overall, customers say the experience is good and inspiring.

"...Overall, well worth the price, great instructors, easy to follow, and super fun for me.Nothing negative to add at this time." Read more

"...I have been dabbling in the watercolor arena and the classes are fun and easy to follow, plus I can back up if I want to see something again...." Read more

"...I thought CreativeBug was a good price for some quick and easy, fun projects and greatly enjoyed the water coloring classes and daily sketches." Read more

"I like it. I enjoyed the knitting classes very much, but they are kind of short and limited to one subject...." Read more

22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

Customers find the presentation of the Creativebug subscription well presented. They also say the courses are amazing, good for casual creativity, and professionally structured. Customers also mention that there is so much choice in Art and Design, and that they enjoy the water coloring classes and daily sketches.

"...curated site that I know every class will have great teachers and wonderful video. I highly recommend Creativebug!" Read more

"...pro to using this vs. a Youtube video is that these videos are more professionally videoed, so the camera is clear, still and focused." Read more

"...I love the quality of the videos, and the classes range in skill levels, so there's something for everyone...." Read more

"Creativebug is especially nice when you have little time to spare but an urge to create...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers find the video quality of the subscription great, high quality, and great. They also appreciate the variety of crafts and the variety in the videos.

"...They have a ton of videos with a huge variety of crafts, and they are constantly adding more...." Read more

"A great value. These are high quality video workshops from professional creatives. A nice mix of different classes to choose from...." Read more

"I just subscribed to this and I'm loving the video clips! I'm trying to rediscover my creative side and looking at a video each day." Read more

"Love the videos. Good selection of classes. Love love the challenges." Read more

38 customers mention20 positive18 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the subscription. Some mention it's great value for all of the classes you have access to each month, and the best money they have spent. They also say it'll help them stay in touch with their creativity and try new techniques and ideas, and discover their hidden talents. However, others say it was a waste of money and not worth the hassle. They say the classes are too elementary to be of much use to most crafters.

"...Overall, well worth the price, great instructors, easy to follow, and super fun for me.Nothing negative to add at this time." Read more

"Too pricey for my tAste and budget. Sadly BECAUSE I'd like to give it a fair shot but was unable to utilize the app." Read more

"...I look forward to learning so much on here and for a very reasonable price too!..." Read more

"...Most of these crafts are for advanced crafters or not useful for everyday use. You could learn these things without paying." Read more

5 customers mention3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the length of the classes. Some find them short and great for beginners, while others say they're extremely short.

"...I like that some are short in length, some are for beginners, and some are for more advanced." Read more

"...CreativeBug are SHORT short, like literally "here's how to do just this ONE thing" and that's it, you're done...." Read more

"I love the variety and the length of the classes! Always looking for new ideas and I love the daily watercolor classes the best!" Read more

"I like it. I enjoyed the knitting classes very much, but they are kind of short and limited to one subject...." Read more

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Victoria P Katzman

Creativebug is great .

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2017

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I can not say enough good things about Creativebug. I have used the craftsy platform for years and I got so sick of them reminding me That I can review all of the classes for a lifetime etc... that I have given up purchasing from them. I like a straight forward approach. I want to learn something for each minute I spend in front of the computer. Every minute I am on the website I am learning with Creativebug. I have loved the flower painting class in 30 days I love 30 day classes. I was able to paint the flowers as soon as I finished watching the class. Great teacher Yao Cheng. I love your class.
I love getting a free class to save permanently for every month I am a student so I loose nothing. I also love the 30 day approach to drawing, mixed media classes. I hope that crochet and other classes apply the approach. Its nice to have 30 days at my disposal and I can go from day 1 to day 8 stop and pick up again the next day. I like the short time its takes to teach me a new craft.
I also love Amazon for helping me thru any rough spots that I have have with my initial subscription They are great.
Keep adding classes Creativebug I love learning your way.

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Shelley

Not as Described - Creative Bug is Not as Described

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2017

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I agree with other buyers - BE AWARE OF THE OFFER. I was excited about Creative Bug since I easily buy enough craft magazines in a year to more than cover the cost of a one year membership. However, I signed up on May 16 and on May 17, Creative Bug cancelled my membership. When I sent an email to their customer service department (an oxymoron if ever there was one) I was told I cancelled the subscription. I sent a screen shot from my Amazon account indicating that I had paid for a one year subscription and after two weeks of exchanging emails was told I was on a month-to-month because of Amazon and this was AMAZON'S PROBLEM not Creative Bug's fault. I watch the classes and take notes because I won't be extending my membership after the year one membership I paid for, because as indicated in their on-line promos you can save one class per month for every month paid which is simply not the truth. I have saved one class which is considered "a freebie" with the initial trial membership according to their customer service department, thereafter good luck. If this is sabubscription you are interested in I would suggest you not pay for more than a month at a time--I don't believe Creative Bug will exist in a year and you will have wasted your money.

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Zoe S.

Average

Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2017

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I have navigated creativebug.com and it is not as intuitive to find classes based on beginner, intermediate. The supply lists are very brand driven and color specific. I am interested in acrylic painting but I think it would be easier to be taught how to mix colors at the beginner level then investing in expensive brands in specific colors. But I see that there is a link to purchase supplies with Joann on a beginner class I found so I guess there is a kickback. I came across an intermediate class that says once you have taken the instructors beginner class the intermediate class is the next step. Would be nice to have been linked to that beginner class because when I copied the title into the search it didn't pull up until I revised the title from Yao’s Beginning Watercolor to Beginning Watercolor. The only way to get any advanced filter to come up is to click the spy glass on the search bar with no text in the box. The system will tell you Hmmm it doesn't have exactly what you are looking for(because of course it is blank)...etc. Then the filter tools will display. I have found no other way to pull up advanced filters. You will note the filters cut off on the drop down box. This site would be a source of frustration for a true beginner. I am still a beginner with minimal experience from taking live painting classes.

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mary springer

Very creative wide diverse library of tutorials at affordable price! For everyone, even children!

Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2016

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I love this craft site and subscription..I looked it over for a full month before i started it to see if there indeed was enough I would want to learn on it and I was amazed at the content..so many new things to learn and also things I had always wanted to try but did not know how. Easy directions creative directors, easy videos with steps to each class and even Wilton cake decorating! Many courses have multiple levels so you can advance in the class from basics to more advanced! I look forward to learning so much on here and for a very reasonable price too! You can learn so much without leaving home when you want to stop and pick back up at your own pace and so cheaply! No books to buy even. Only four out of five stars as though they give you the supply list for each tutorial your unable to purchase them directly there making some tutorials a while to take until you get the supplies from other sites first then come back, be nice if you could buy them directly from their site and get going quicker , however very good content for wide array of subjects even for kids and familys!

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Kaitlin Izbicki

Not for anyone with even minor crafting experience

Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2016

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I'm a big fan of Craftsy so I thought for sure I would find something I liked here. Despite a lot of poor reviews I typically try to give products or services the benefit of the doubt, after all, everything isn't for everyone. I'm an intermediate/advanced jeweler, seamstress, and general crafter, and this is just not for me. The selection is extremely sparse for the number of classes boasted, but here's my big issue: they're extremely short. With Craftsy I pay $15-$20 per class, which is more expensive sure, but the classes are MANY chapters and cover an entire style, or skill, with many techniques, variations, and finished examples. CreativeBug are SHORT short, like literally "here's how to do just this ONE thing" and that's it, you're done. I don't doubt it's a great speed for absolute beginners, I'm sure these basic techniques in small easily-digestible doses are perfect for someone just dipping their toe into the crafting world, but even at the 99 cent trial offer I almost feel like I was ripped off. To anyone with any crafting experience at all I urge you to visit the website first, I wish I would have.

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