Love is in the Air...DIY Valentine's Day Gifts

It's getting to be that time of year...candy hearts, chocolate, roses. Valentine's Day is just around the corner. I've put together a lineup of some fun tutorials for  DIY Valentine's treats, decor and gifts. Enjoy!

52 Reasons I Love You

Paper Vine

This amazing tutorial can be found over at  PaperVine.   This blog is full of fantastic tutorials...trust me, you'll be addicted!

Yummy Treats

These little Smarties Parfaits look delicious and oh-so-cute!  Visit  Bubbly Nature Creations for the how-to.

Bubbly Nature Creations

 How about these Strawberry Heart Oreo Cookies from Thirty Handmade Days.  Adorable!  And, there's a cute little {FREE} printable to go along with.

Thirty Handmade Days

 For the more adventurous, here's a great tutorial on creating natural perfume from my friend Amanda at Escentual Alchemy.  And if you don't think you want to tackle this project yourself, just head on over to Amanda's shop and pick out one of her already made creations!

Natural Perfume

Natural Perfume Tutorial

And also a tutorial on making your own bath salts from Stephanie at Alchemy Lifestyle and Wellness.   Woudn't this be a fun project for a girls night in?  Or a mommy/daughter day?

Bath Salts Tutorial

And finally, how about some cuteness for you home?

Love, Laughter & Decor

I found this adorable Valentine's Day Tree over at Love, Laughter & Decor!  I will make this...soon.

I hope you enjoy some of these fun projects!  If you decide to tackle any of these great ideas, I'd love to hear about it here or on my Facebook Page!

Happy Hearts Day to you!

Twenty Best 20 - Toddler Backpack

20 Best Twenty

Christine & Company is happy to announce that the 

Amy Butler Toddler Backpack in Morning Glory 

has been featured on 20 Best Twenty!

 

   "20 Best Twenty reveals the best designs, premier pieces, and unique products from independent makers across the globe. Our goal is simple – to feature the undiscovered items that are often lost in an age of chain retailers and commercial advertising. We celebrate inspired design, 

and unite original ideas with discerning consumers."

Toddler Backpack in Amy Butler's Morning Glory

I am so proud to have been chosen among the submissions that were received for a feature in the "Lil Ones" section of 20 Best Twenty.  There are some amazing designers there...check out some of this great stuff!

Scarlet Scarf - DBK Design Arts

Orange Blossom Soap - Starlet Glam

Smooch Card - Crafted by Lindy

Heart Bangle - The 7th Crow

There's just not enough room here to show you everything I love over at 20 Best Twenty, so go check it out for  yourself!

Christine
www.christine-company.com

The Artisan Group's Holiday Gift Guide - 2011

 The Artisan Group, an exclusive juried community of talented artisans, collectively provides a lovely sampling of handcrafted products to celebrities and members of the press at major award show luxury Gift Lounges leading up to The Academy Awards*, The Golden Globes*, and The Primetime Emmys*. Most celebrities even pose for a professional photo with our artisan's products!


Recently, I was invited to join this talented group of folks.  I am so excited to be a part of such an amazing group, and although I am not able to participate in the events this year, the knowledge and support from the members has been worth it!

Valerie and Nikki of The Artisan Group have created a Holiday Gift Guide on Pinterest.  There is sure to be something for everyone and if your goal is to Gift Handmade...then this is the place to start your Holiday Gift Giving search.

I hope you enjoy browsing the Gift Guide and ...get ready to start pinning! I hope you find something you can't live without!

The Artisan Group's Holiday Gift Guide - 2011

Tuesday Treasury!

Christine and Company loves making Treasuries on Etsy.  Today I made a new friend over at Bear Stitches  and thought I would post her fun Crab-themed Treasury.  There are some great gifts for your June/July Birthdays!  Thanks Florence!

'What A Crab !!!' by BearStitches

June and July....The Crab is your sign !

Crab Fun Machine Embroi... joyfulstitches... $3.25	Hand Dyed, Hand Painted... SylviesDesigns $12.50	Hermit Crab - Paguro Be... bdbworld $6.00	Crab print of Watercolo... amberalexander $18.00
Hand Painted Original W... ValentineStudi... $18.00	Crab on a Crochet Cup C... CageFreeFibers $10.00	Organic BAMBOO pads set... Allidigator $16.00	Crabby wall hanging PumpkinRidgePo... $10.00
Cute Crab Large Round G... brodyandma $32.00	Funky Crab Wine Glasses Thefunkycrab $30.00	Sea Critter Banner Red ... BRIDGETSCOTTAG... $42.00	Set Of Two Shabby Chic ... polkadotpillow $60.00
Little Crabby Dog Colla... CreatureCollar... $15.00	Crab Love Save the Date Preppypaperie $225.00	Set of 4 Old Bright Red... kelleystreetvi... $18.50	Red Crab Planter LCsWoodtopia $40.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.