Christine's Apothecary
Handmade by Me...Just for You!
Individual, Custom, Weddings & Wholesale
Adding some Magick...
2024 Finalist Local Business Awards
2023 Finalist Local Business Awards
2023 Finalist Australian Small Business Champion Awards
2022 Finalist Local Business Awards
Handmade Just For You...Adding some Magick!
I create everything myself; chemical free and cruelty free
When you order from me, you know it's all totally unique, original and made especially for you.
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About Me!
I’m Christine and my business is Christine’s Apothecary, although, to be honest, it was an ‘accidental’ business…you have heard the old saying, never do business with friends or family? Well, I most certainly agree with that! And after 30 years plus in the publishing industry, and at 49 years old, I had to completely re-invent myself and create a brand new business. Literally overnight…and literally in the truest sense of the word!
Enter Christine’s Apothecary (so named because we’d just seen Schitts Creek!). I began with candles, whipped soap, Fizz-a-Loo’s and lip balm but quickly added LOADS to that! I still am not entirely sure what to say when people ask what I do, mostly I say I make lovely smelly things to make people feel good…
I love rainbows, colour and sparkle as well as history and mythology so I have incorporated all that into my business…the first lip balm was ear wax you know! Don't worry, mine isn't!
I also get very enthusiastic and excitable, so learning an entirely new industry has been SO much fun! I joined loads of overseas groups and am inspired by them and their trends.
All my products are handmade by me and chemical free, they all have positive names as I want to help people feel good. All colours and fragrances have meanings so I include that on every label. I am extremely proud of my work, I only use high quality ingredients and enjoy finding quirky packaging as I don’t want to be like everyone else. I will not create or sell anything I don't use myself. I often leave things about for my husband to test without knowing (he's not incredibly observant all the time) and I get very honest feedback from him.
I add fairy lights to any gift box, so that when people open them it’s all lit up and pretty, and all my packaging is re-useable.
I deliver locally by horseback and at Halloween or Christmas we sometimes dress up to deliver that way too!
I also do markets and host parties (corporate and private) where everyone can make their own products, professionally label them and have fun - as I really do think that more people need to have much more fun!
I live with my husband, two horses, a pet goat, our dogs, cat and chickens. I work from home and they keep me sane! I find it’s true, that if you are doing something you love it really doesn’t feel like work…plus they all help me too!
Christine :)
ps...I'm also very proud to be a finalist in the Local Business Awards for 2022, 2023 and 2024, as well as a finalist in the Australian Small Business Awards in 2023.
Contact
F.A.Q
You can also contact me via social media.
And yes, you can pick and choose whatever you like and I'll make it for you as custom orders.
I can also design and supply personalised labels for you or your business too.
I have over 30 years background as a graphic designer, so I am quite handy!
I can do them both privately for you, for parties and for businesses.
My Team
Christine Couley
Everything!
This is Christine, Christine from sales, Christine from accounts, Christine from design, Christine the social media manager, Christine the photographer, Christine the stylist, Christine the delivery person, Christine the website manager, Christine the creator, Christine the graphic designer... if you have any issues, just let Christine know! Christine the delivery person will often deliver with with one or more of her sidekicks - the dogs are Spook, Sven and Brewster, they also like to oversee quality control.
Narnia
Assistant Delivery
Narnia is my divine arabian mare, she often helps me with local deliveries, she loves children so is always a dream if we are dropping off when the children are waiting! We have been known to wear fancy dress for deliveries at Halloween and Christmas!
Tarique
Asisstant Delivery
Tarique and Narnia share the same father, he is also an arabian. He has a very funny sense of humour and is nosy. He enjoys his delivery jobs too. He also likes to visit the local disability home, where he has been known to try to drive a wheelchair with his mouth!
Pixie
Assistant Editor
Pixie is our rescue cat. She loves nothing more than to sit on my desk in front of my screen and 'help' me with any computer work I am doing. If I don't give enough attention to her, she will tap out at me with her leg and purr even louder! Pixie has a side hustle as a model and has been used for over ten campaigns for large corporations (some international). She's a sweetheart, even if often in the way and I say PIXIIIIIEEEEEE a lot!
Terms and Conditions
Welcome to Christine’s Apothecary! I do hope you enjoy my website and products. I know it's boring, but these Terms and Conditions govern your use of my website, products, and services .
By accessing or using my services, you agree to be bound by these terms.
- Description: I strive to accurately depict my products, including their features, specifications, and pricing. However, I cannot guarantee that descriptions or other content is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.
- Availability: All products are subject to availability. I reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time without prior notice.
- How to Order: To place an order, you must complete the order form and provide accurate information.
- Order Confirmation: Once you submit your order, you will receive an email confirming your order details. This confirmation does not constitute acceptance of your order.
- Acceptance of Orders: I reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including but not limited to product availability, errors in product information, or fraudulent transactions.
- Pricing: All prices are listed in AUD. I reserve the right to change prices at any time without prior notice.
- Payment: Payment is due at the time of purchase. Ie accept various payment methods…PayPal, credit card, bank transfer or cash.
- Shipping: I will process and ship your order according to the selected shipping method at checkout.
- Delivery: Delivery times may vary based on your location and the chosen shipping method. Please also allow up to seven days for me to actually make products that may not be in stock. I am not responsible for delays caused by third-party carriers.
- Return Policy: If your item is faulty or damaged I will exchange of course, once I have seen photos. However. I do not accept returns or refunds due to a change of mind.
- 8. Intellectual Property: All content on my website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, are the property of Christine’s Apothecary and are protected by copyright and trademark laws. Unauthorised use is prohibited.
- 9. Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Christine’s Apothecary shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits or revenue, arising from your use of my services.
- 10. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Christine’s Apothecary and its affiliates, officers, directors, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising out of your breach of these Terms.
- 11. Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, New South Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New South Wales,
- 12. Changes to These Terms: I reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of our Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.
