Create-a-Stole Guide: Design, Sew & Tell Your Story

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Create a clergy stole that tells a story.

Whether you're making a stole for an ordination, graduation, retirement, installation, confirmation class, or personal ministry, this printable guide will walk you through the entire creative process, from the first spark of an idea to the final stitch.

Written by artist and Carrot Top Studio founder Jenny Gallo, this 16-page PDF combines practical sewing instruction with thoughtful guidance on symbolism, liturgical color, and meaningful design. Rather than simply showing you how to sew a stole, this guide encourages you to create one that reflects faith, calling, and the unique story you want to share.

Inside you'll find:

  • Printable stole pattern with adjustable length

  • Step-by-step sewing instructions

  • Design planning worksheet

  • Inspiration for symbols, themes, and community-created stoles

  • Liturgical color guide

  • Supply recommendations and creative techniques

  • Practical studio tips to build confidence as you create

About the Pattern

This guide includes a straight-neck stole pattern that has been specially designed for ease of construction. It is ideal for beginners, church groups, confirmation classes, and anyone creating a handmade ministry stole for the first time. Our signature handcrafted Carrot Top Studio stoles feature a different neck construction and are not included in this guide.

Digital Download

  • Instant PDF download

  • 16 printable pages

  • Print at home on standard 8½" × 11" paper

SKU 899

Create a clergy stole that tells a story.

Whether you're making a stole for an ordination, graduation, retirement, installation, confirmation class, or personal ministry, this printable guide will walk you through the entire creative process, from the first spark of an idea to the final stitch.

Written by artist and Carrot Top Studio founder Jenny Gallo, this 16-page PDF combines practical sewing instruction with thoughtful guidance on symbolism, liturgical color, and meaningful design. Rather than simply showing you how to sew a stole, this guide encourages you to create one that reflects faith, calling, and the unique story you want to share.

Inside you'll find:

  • Printable stole pattern with adjustable length

  • Step-by-step sewing instructions

  • Design planning worksheet

  • Inspiration for symbols, themes, and community-created stoles

  • Liturgical color guide

  • Supply recommendations and creative techniques

  • Practical studio tips to build confidence as you create

About the Pattern

This guide includes a straight-neck stole pattern that has been specially designed for ease of construction. It is ideal for beginners, church groups, confirmation classes, and anyone creating a handmade ministry stole for the first time. Our signature handcrafted Carrot Top Studio stoles feature a different neck construction and are not included in this guide.

Digital Download

  • Instant PDF download

  • 16 printable pages

  • Print at home on standard 8½" × 11" paper

SKU 899