Insights & Inspiration

At Carrot Top Studio, our blog is a space where we share insights, stories, and creative inspiration that goes beyond our products. We believe in the power of storytelling and the beauty of continuous learning, and our blog reflects that passion. Whether you’re an artist, a spiritual leader, or simply someone who appreciates the intersection of art and faith, our writing offers valuable lessons and a peek into the heart of what we do. Join us in exploring these ideas, and let our words inspire your journey.

Jenny Gallo 11/25/22 Jenny Gallo 11/25/22

Easily Distracted By Birds!

Are you easily distracted by birds! We are too and the Christmas 2022 collection celebrated our fine feathered friends. Read this blog post to see the great variety of gifts, stickers, and clergy stoles too! The bonus is signing up for the freebie!

Jenny Gallo 10/31/22 Jenny Gallo 10/31/22

Evolution of the Christmas Card

Art can take time to get the right vibe. And that’s what happened with this year’s holiday cardinal card. Read how the imagery transformed from simple and bold to down right artful and charming!

Jenny Gallo 9/30/22 Jenny Gallo 9/30/22

Notes of Thanksgiving

Don’t let notes of thankfulness become a lost art! Take time to write your gratitude on beautiful stationery and you will certainly make an impact on the relationship with the one you are writing. Carrot Top Studio offers unique, artistic note card sets for your letter writing.

Jenny Gallo 9/9/22 Jenny Gallo 9/9/22

Want to See the Studio?

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.

Jenny Gallo 9/2/22 Jenny Gallo 9/2/22

Summer Retreat

Why do I need to occasionally get of the studio and how does it impact the creative process? Let me count the ways!

Jenny Gallo 8/26/22 Jenny Gallo 8/26/22

A Good Idea - Sticker love

The cultivate joy sticker/decal is a perfect visual reminder of choosing joy!

Jenny Gallo 8/22/22 Jenny Gallo 8/22/22

Youth Ministry Art Project

Use an art lesson with your group - children, youth or adults! This puzzle piece painting lesson is symbolic of every single person being part of the big plan.

Jenny Gallo 8/12/22 Jenny Gallo 8/12/22

Clergy Stoles for Worship

Hiking in the mountains of Colorado causes a bit of reflection about worship.

Jenny Gallo 7/15/22 Jenny Gallo 7/15/22

Ordinary Time Stoles - Artistic and Unique

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.

Jenny Gallo 7/8/22 Jenny Gallo 7/8/22

Cultivating Hope - sticker

Learn how this sticker came to be! The message of hope with the cheery flowers are sure to brighten your day.

Jenny Gallo 6/26/22 Jenny Gallo 6/26/22

Mountain Collage Art - The Backstory

A behind the scenes look at the creation of the “To the Mountains” art collection by Jenny Gallo of Carrot Top Studio. These framed, original pieces of art evoke wonderful feelings of beauty, peace and the joy of being in the mountains.

Jenny Gallo 6/22/22 Jenny Gallo 6/22/22

Commissioned Stoles for Clergy, Pastors and Chaplains

Commissioned stoles are such an honor to create for clergy, chaplains and wedding officiants! There is most often a wonderful story behind these projects. Read how these stoles came to be and discover the meaning of their symbols.