CREATE

Designing some new pieces. Trying to do math. Pulling out a an assortment of fabrics. Measuring if I have enough for each project. Cutting pieces. Spooling thread on the bobbin. Making a mess.

I designed and made my Dream Tote Bag!

Create, Lifestyle

Hello hello! I have been busy in the studio the last couple of months. I love that since coming back from my travels, I feel much more creatively inspired. Sooo back story: I have made tote bags for myself for a very long time. I think the first time was shortly after...

DIY Natural Lip Balm (Simple Recipe!)

Create, Sustainable Living

A super simple DIY Lip Balm project that contains clean, honest-to-earth ingredients. And it works! I hope you try it out!

How I Package My Sticker Orders

Create

When I first started selling my stickers, it took some trial and error — I handmade envelopes and cards, and it’s still a work in progress.

My first canvas photo prints in the wild

Create, Lifestyle

I’m still buzzed about selling all these canvas pieces, and to get so much support from everyone has me stoked. Thank you guys.

How I make Iced Matcha Turmeric Latte at home

Create, Lifestyle

This iced matcha turmeric latte is perfect for if you’re working from home, are quarantined/ social distancing, or if you simply want to save money at home!

Conus litteratus

Create

She lives and loves by the ocean, carefully choosing her treasures amongst all the pretty things nature has forged with the waves.

My website has a new look!

Create, Lifestyle

It’s taken me ages to design something that I feel is representative of my aesthetic, and I’m excited to share my new website design refresh!

Belt or no belt?

Create, Lifestyle, Moments

To belt or not to belt? That is the question… Played around with poses and it’s kinda feeling like a fashion look book lol.

Creative Journal Log

Create, Journal

Journal spread from this past weekend. I've been having so much fun doing these daily creative journals. See more of my creative journaling on IG @nerelle.studio. https://www.instagram.com/nerelle.studio/

Making Siapo with Fa’aSamoa Arts

Create, Culture

What is Siapo? Siapo is an ancient Samoan art form, similar to painting, but instead the canvas is called tapa (made by pounding barkcloth stripped from the mulberry tree), the paintbrush is a paogo (pandanus seed), and the inks are made from nature. The lama (black...