My Experience Building an Arts & Crafts List in CSSBuy Spreadsheet
Creating an Organized Category System
When I first started using CSSBuy for arts and crafts supplies, I quickly realized the importance of a well-structured spreadsheet. Here's how I set mine up:
- Column A: Item Name (e.g., "Japanese Washi Tape Set")
- Column B: Store/Seller (Taobao/Tmall/Weidian links)
- Column C: Price in CNY
- Column D: Quantity
- Column E: Weight (important for shipping)
- Column F: Notes (fragility, special handling requirements)
Color-coding rows based on categories (painting supplies, paper crafts, etc.) helped visually organize everything.
Engaging with the CSSBuy Community
On Reddit (r/cssbuy)
I shared my spreadsheet template on the CSSBuy subreddit and received valuable feedback. The community helped me identify:
- Better Taobao stores specializing in art supplies
- Checking for "Pre-Shipment Photos" before international shipping
On Discord
The CSSBuy Discord has a dedicated channel for non-fashion items where I found:
- Recommendations for model paint sellers
- Tips for painting portraits and brushes that ship internationally
- Warning about specific art supplies that are liquid or paste (complicated to ship)
Pro tip: Search both platforms using keywords like "oil paint" or "listed [store name]" before posting.
Maximizing Savings with CSSBuy Coupons
Arts and crafts purchases quickly add up, so I've learned to strategically use CSSBuy coupons from their social media:
- Check the banner of their online page here: https://cssbuy.news
- Follow their Telegram channels
- Participate in Discord flash sales for big ticket items
Note: Some coupons don't apply to certain restricted categories (like aerosols), so always check the terms.
Tracking My Art Supplies Shipment
Using CSSBuy Sheets
The "My Parcels" page is essential. For delicate items, here's my workflow that your packages arrive as safely as possible.
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