Sewing in the studio

Sewing in the studio

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.

Creative Journal Log

Creative Journal Log

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/

I designed and made my Dream Tote Bag!

I designed and made my Dream Tote Bag!

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...

Making Siapo with Fa’aSamoa Arts

Making Siapo with Fa’aSamoa Arts

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...

How I Package My Sticker Orders

How I Package My Sticker Orders

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.

Conus litteratus

Conus litteratus

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!

My website has a new look!

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!