Insights & Inspiration
The Carrot Top Studio blog is where art, faith, and storytelling meet. We share reflections, creative sparks, and behind-the-scenes glimpses to inspire your journey—whether you're an artist, spiritual leader, or curious soul.
Extraordinary in the Ordinary: Designing Stoles for Ordinary Time
Discover the beauty and depth of Ordinary Time through handcrafted clergy stoles that reflect themes of creation, spiritual growth, and everyday faith. At Carrot Top Studio, we embrace the creative freedom this liturgical season offers—designing green stoles rich in symbolism, texture, and meaning. Whether you're preaching on discipleship, justice, or the sacredness of daily life, our Ordinary Time stoles are created to visually support your message and ministry.
Colors and Symbols of Light and Joy for the Christmas Season
Discover the beauty and meaning behind white and gold stoles for the Christmas season in our latest blog post. Explore the symbols of light, purity, and joy that adorn worship spaces during this sacred time, including stars, nativity imagery, and candles. Learn how these colors reflect the spiritual significance of Christ's birth and bring a sense of hope and renewal to your holiday celebrations. Perfect for clergy and worship planners seeking inspiration for liturgical traditionsthis Christmas.
A Kaleidoscope of Choices: Advent Stoles from Carrot Top Studio
While walking through the church year calendar, the Advent season offers a canvas for creativity and expression. At Carrot Top Studio, we believe that every ministry is unique, and so are the individuals who serve within it. That's why our collection of Advent stoles is as diverse as the ministries they adorn. From traditional designs to contemporary expressions, we offer a kaleidoscope of choices that reflect the multifaceted nature of faith and devotion. Join us as we journey through the spectrum of Advent stoles, each a vibrant piece of artistry, each with a unique story to tell.
Healing Stitches: Clergy Stoles as Symbols of Comfort
In the tapestry of human existence, art weaves threads of solace and comfort that are sometimes hard to put into words. At Carrot Top Studio, we have had the privilege of witnessing the profound impact of clergy stoles in the lives of those who wear them and those that they minister to. In this blog post, we invite you to step into the heartwarming stories of individuals who have found solace, celebration, and hope through our stoles. As we explore the transformative power of art in times of grief, celebration, or uncertainty, we celebrate the enduring role of artistic expression in providing a balm for the soul.
The Spiral: A Journey Through Time and Artistry
At Carrot Top Studio we understand the power of storytelling. Similarly, the spiral carries with it a rich symbolism, speaking volumes through its very form. In its simplest essence, the spiral represents growth and evolution—a continuous journey of transformation. We’ll explore this topic more in this week’s blog post!
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Jenny Gallo of Carrot Top Studio is interviewed by Susan of Diakonos Solutions. They discuss their work and the new collaboration between their businesses. The project will benefit newly Ordained women in ministry as they seek to obtain clergy stoles.