Our Story

Carrot Top Studio crafts artistic products that inspire, teach, heal, and spark change. With a deep reverence for spiritual communities and the personal journey, our creations embrace the boundless power of visual art.

Headshot of Jenny Gallo, creator of Carrot Top Studio
White carrot paintbrush graphic

Hi, I’m Jenny Gallo

I'm the driving force behind Carrot Top Studio. This journey began in 2004 with my passion for creating church worship banners as a volunteer, evolving into the vibrant venture it is today.

During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, when our business paused momentarily, I reignited my passion for painting. This creative revival sparked an expansion of our product offerings.

Most recently, I've delved into digital art, broadening our repertoire and embarking on exciting art license collaborations.

Our Vision

To create captivating clergy stoles that drape the shoulders of the faithful, note cards that whisper messages of hope, stickers that sprinkle joy, and education digital treasures that empower minds.

In addition, we invite you to license Jenny’s captivating art, transforming everyday surfaces into vibrant canvases that uplift and inspire.

Our mission is actually a calling

We’re here to adorn and inspire and to design and teach. Our creations each carry a story that intertwines with the human journey. From the sacred to the every day, we believe in the power of art to touch souls, ignite minds, and sow the seeds of transformation.

Digital coloring pages and worksheets that promote exploring, creating, and learning

Stickers for your planner, laptop, water bottle, and more

Tea towels that will infuse an artistic touch into your everyday

Products inspired by the sacred path of the labyrinth

Note card sets to help your writing to be extra special

Unique, artistic clergy stoles

Freelance and art licensing for products in the fashion, interior design, stationery, and home goods industries

The Design Process

Shelves with brightly colored sewing threads
Jenny working on art in her studio
Clergy stole with trees being sewn on sewing machine
  • My design process is rooted in thoughtful creativity and attention to detail. Each piece begins with inspiration—whether from nature, faith, or everyday moments—then evolves through sketching, painting, and refining ideas. I take care to infuse each design with meaning, ensuring that the final product not only looks beautiful but also connects deeply with its purpose. From initial concept to finished work, every step is guided by a desire to create art that uplifts and inspires.

  • Inspiration for my work comes from a variety of sources—whether it's the beauty of nature, the quiet charm of exploring libraries and bookstores, or the emotions stirred by music. Often, my most creative ideas emerge during meditative moments, where stillness allows me to fully embrace the world around me and channel it into meaningful art.

  • Each clergy stole I create begins with a thoughtful sketch, capturing the heart of the design. From there, I carefully gather fabrics that will bring the vision to life. Once selected, the fabrics are artfully arranged on the stole's base fabric, ensuring balance and meaning in every piece. Finally, the components are meticulously sewn together, resulting in a handcrafted stole that carries both artistry and intention.

    • churches big and small in all 50 states of the USA and around the world (inquire about possibilities if you don’t see your location listed!)

    • pastors in major denominations and non-denominational and interfaith communities

    • The General Assembly of the PCUSA

    • The West Virginia United Methodist Conference

    • wedding officiants

    • chaplains in schools, hospitals, senior living communities, and the military

    • a pastor who has requested that we stop sewing so she won’t be the poorest pastor in Alabama (she’d already purchased quite a few Carrot Top Studio stoles!)

    • a judge who officiates weddings

    • funeral directors

    • Reiki masters

    • friends gifting the newly ordained or installed clergy

    • my mom 😊

    • Canada

    • France

    • Germany

    • Haiti

    • Ireland

    • Japan

    • The Netherlands

    • New Zealand

    • Norway

    • Scotland

    • Sweden

    • Switzerland

    • The United Kingdom

      We are open to adding to this list! Ask if we can mail to you today.

Featured In

  • I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Rev. Dr. Susan Rose of Diakonos Solutions! Watch the insightful discussions in part 1, part 2, and part 3.

    An interview by Rev. Dr. Susan Rose of Diakonos Solutions focusing on our clergy stoles! Watch the insightful discussion.

    Interview by Diakonos Solutions

  • Sewing, art, and whoopie pies (yes!) were the topics on this podcast and I tell my story here.

    Sewing, art, and whoopie pies (yes!) were the topics on this podcast and I tell my story here.

    Guest on the Measure Twice Cut Once podcast

  • Teaching is the heart of what I do. You may see the 2021 Lenten Children’s Church series I taught the art component in here.

    Teaching is the heart of what I do. You may see the 2021 Lenten Children’s Church series I taught the art component in here.

    Kirk in the Hills

  • Step into our studio and experience the creative journey firsthand—watch our "Come Inside the Studio" video now!

    Step into our studio and experience the creative journey firsthand—watch our "Come Inside the Studio" video now!

    Studio tour

Behind the Artist's Lens: A Glimpse into My World

Biking in Italy with my amazingly supportive husband

Creating art even at a young age

Jenny's family posing near river while hiking in Colorado

Learning new words with friends in Haiti

My family hiking in Colorado, 2022

Jenny coloring a flower in her sketchbook
Illustration of a cool carrot

Explore my quilting passion on theQuilt Sandwich blog and enjoy the journey!

Finding inspiration in the beauty of nature

Just for fun…

This or that?

Q: Mountains or ocean?

A: Mountains

Q: Poultry, meat or seafood

A: Seafood

Q: Ketchup or ranch?

A: Ketchup

Q: Attend the party or play host

A: Host!

How would you reply? Let me know!

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