Why I Love Living on PEI… Except in the Winter 😂
I love living on Prince Edward Island—the beaches, red dirt, gardens, small communities and those beautiful Island summers. Then winter arrives and I start questioning all of my life choices. 😂 A lighthearted look at why PEI will always be home... even when the snowdrifts are taller than I am.
From Garden to Jar: The Journey of Every Herb Used at Christa's Creations
SStep into my West Point, PEI garden and see how homegrown calendula, chamomile, lavender and herbs make their way into selected Christa's Creations soaps and skincare—from garden to jar.
Sometimes the Best Thing You Can Make Is a Memory
Running a small business can make it hard to slow down. A weekend camping in New Brunswick reminded me that sometimes the best thing you can make isn't a product—it's a memory. A little behind-the-scenes glimpse of life outside Christa's Creations..
A Day in the Life at Christa's Creations
What does it look like to run Christa’s Creations while working a full-time job? Come behind the scenes of my PEI small business—from garden-grown botanicals and evening soap making to weekend packaging, photography and new product ideas.
Why I Use Essential Oils in My Handmade Soap (It’s Not Just About the Scent)
Why do I use essential oils in some of my handmade soaps and skincare? It isn’t about creating an overpowering scent. Learn how I choose essential oils, why many of my scents are naturally lighter, and why thoughtful ingredients matter more to me than strong fragrance.
Can Homemade Dish Soap Really Replace Liquid Dish Detergent?
Sometimes the biggest reasons for making a change have the smallest hands. This is the story behind why I make my own solid dish soap at Christa’s Creations—and how my granddaughter, Hadley, inspired me to think more carefully about the everyday products and ingredients I use in my home.
My Journey to a More Natural Home (And Why Christa's Creations Was Born)
What started as a desire to simplify the products I used every day became a complete lifestyle change. Here’s the story behind Christa’s Creations, why I chose grass-fed beef tallow skincare, and how simple ingredients changed the way I care for my home and skin.
From Garden to Jar: Why Calendula & Chamomile Have Become My Favorite Skincare Ingredients
From calendula and chamomile to lavender and homegrown beets, discover how botanicals from my PEI garden make their way into selected handmade skincare and soap at Christa’s Creations—from harvesting and drying to slow botanical infusions.
Beef Tallow in Skincare? Stay With Me… Your Skin Might Thank You!
Curious about beef tallow skincare? Discover why this traditional ingredient is making a comeback in natural skincare, how I use grass-fed beef tallow in my handmade PEI products, and why—yes—you definitely won’t smell like a cheeseburger!