As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to transform into vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold, we find ourselves entering one of the most visually stunning seasons of the year—fall. This season, with its natural splendor, offers a unique opportunity to bring the beauty of God's creation into our worship spaces. At Carrot Top Studio, we believe in the power of visual connections to enhance worship and deepen the spiritual experience. Read more about this on our blog.

At Carrot Top Studio, we believe in empowering pastors and ministers to express their unique calling and ministry through meaningful clergy stoles. Our Clergy Stole Fund offers a special opportunity for individuals and communities to support their pastor in acquiring stoles that resonate with their ministry and personal style. This blog post decribes the process.

This blog post explores the journey of ordination as a sacred and transformative milestone in the life of a minister, marking the beginning of a dedicated service to God and the community. As clergy prepare for this significant day, one element that carries deep symbolic meaning is the clergy stole—a garment rich in tradition, spirituality, and personal significance. Join us as we delve into the beauty and symbolism of ordination, focusing on the clergy stole, the special significance of the day, the color red for the Holy Spirit, and important symbols associated with this sacred rite.

As Easter approaches, our hearts turn to themes of rebirth, renewal, and the promise of new life. In the tapestry of Easter stoles, one recurring motif stands out: the imagery of the gardener. Join us as we delve into the profound symbolism woven into these sacred garments, exploring how the gardener imagery encapsulates the essence of Easter's transformative message.

In crafting clergy stoles adorned with white and gold, appliqued with relevant symbols we create a profound visual connection. Each element speaks to the essence of Easter – a season of rebirth, renewal, and rejoicing in the triumph of life over death. Read this Carrot Top Studio blog post about donning these sacred garments.

In the world of liturgical art, the Advent season is a time of anticipation, reflection, and hope. As artists at Carrot Top Studio, we recognize that the colors we choose for our Advent stoles are not just aesthetics; they are profound expressions of the spiritual journey. This blog post explores the significance of purple, blue, and occasionally pink in Advent stoles, and how each hue beautifully encapsulates the themes of hope, preparation, and joy.

Just as a flower unfolds its petals over time, joy blooms gradually, reminding us that not all hopes are swift to materialize. This blog post explores this topic knowing that with patience as our steadfast companion, we can navigate the meandering path, knowing that the eventual destination will be all the more rewarding for the wait. And see how the theme is connected visually to a new Carrot Top Studio rainbow stole design!

Imagine a stole that tells your unique story, a vibrant tapestry for your ministry. That's the brilliance of a custom stole from Carrot Top Studio. This blog post by artist Jenny Gallo tells the story of one commissioned stole.

Unique, artistic stoles for Ordinary Time are available at Carrot Top Studio. This time in the church year allows for a lot of variety in imagery and shades of green.

Red clergy stoles for Pentecost, Ordination and other Holy Spirit ministry moments!

The tree of Jesse tradition during Advent and Christmas makes a great visual connection in worship.