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The Donkey’s Divine Lesson

This blog post delves into the significance of the donkey in the Bible, we uncover a profound truth. It is not about our individual desires or self-promotion but about embracing the mission that God has entrusted to us. May we listen, learn, and allow the example of the donkey to guide us in the Kingdom work that lies before us.

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Unleashing Creativity: Crafting Your Own Artistic Journal

In the digital age, where screens dominate our lives, there is something profoundly rewarding about putting pen to paper. The act of journaling not only helps us organize our thoughts but also provides a canvas for our creative expression. While store-bought journals are readily available, there's a certain magic in crafting your own journal tailored to your unique artistic practice or writing style. In this blog post, I'll explore the joy of creating a personalized journal that becomes an integral part of your creative journey.

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The Top Ten for Introducing New Art Into a Church

When considering placing new art in a church, several important discussions should take place to ensure a thoughtful and meaningful integration of the artwork into the sacred space. Jenny Gallo of Carrot Top Studio explores some ideas in this intriguing blog post.

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Inside Carrot Top Studio

Welcome to my studio! Come on in and learn a little about how I create in this space. It’s a joy to produce at Carrot Top Studio. Thank you for your interest in our clergy stoles, note cards, stickers, and educational digital downloads!

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Church Arts Committees

Jenny Gallo of Carrot Top Studio explores some basic steps in forming a church arts committee in this blog post.

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Favorite Supplies

What are your favorite art journaling and sketchbook supplies? This blog post sheds light on the favorites of Jenny Gallo the artist at Carrot Top Studio. If you’ve always wanted to art journal pick a few from the list and dive right in! Are you a seasoned journaler? Maybe this list will spark so new energy for your work.

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Great Books on Creativity

Books on creativity abound! This blog post explores some of Jenny Gallo’s favorites. With her work at Carrot Top Studio she appreciates having been inspired and encouraged by these writers.

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Visual Language

Reportedly people remember 10% of what they hear, 20% of what they read, and 80% of what they see and do. How are you including the visual in worship?

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Unique Commission Details

Unique, one-of-a-kind clergy stole commissions as a highlight of our creative business at Carrot Top Studio. Read this blog post to understand the breadth of what we can be called upon to create.

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A Communion Tablecloth

Follow along with the creation of an out-of-the-box request for Carrot Top Studio. Typically a custom request is for a stole for clergy, pastors, and chaplains but this time Jenny Gallo applied those skills and techniques to create a Communion Table cloth.

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Beach dreams

Carrot Top Studio has created art with a beach/coastal theme. They are offering a bit of the collection on note cards and envelope sets. They are cute, and charming, and will make you and the recipient of your letter writing smile.

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Easter clergy stoles

This blog post by Carrot Top Studio highlights the Easter clergy stole collection of 2023.

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Lenten Self Reflection Activity

This blog post is a result of being tasked to speak about my own habits of self reflection and create an activity on this topic for a church group during Lent by the Director of Artists for Joy. It is an activity that would be suitable for other seasons of the church year and would be appropriate for middle schoolers to adults.

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The Hexagon As a Symbol

The hexagon is a lovely shape and it has interesting symbolism. Read all about it and see the resulting stole for Lent that was created out of appliqued hexagons by Carrot Top Studio.

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Patrons of the arts

Are you a patron of the arts? Does that sound like something that is just for the affluent? NO! Anyone can be a patron. Read my experience with patrons and a bit of encouragement for you to get in on the action. Artists need you!

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Welcome 2023!

This coloring page phrase is from what is known as the St. Therese Prayer. These lovely words are actually from the 1908 poem by Minnie Louise Haskins. We think it’s especially fitting for the start of a new calendar year! Download and print the black and white version to make it your own. I can’t wait to see your coloring page complete!

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