Art from the Soul Liturgical Arts Page 4:
Church and Religious Banners and
Clergy Stoles, Choir Stoles, Graduation Stoles
Preview what your banner will look like in your church.
Just send us a photo of the area of your church where you plan on hanging your banners and we will hang them virtually to make sure they are just what you want!
The Men of Lent and Easter Banner Series
Another set of banners has resulted for a sermon series for Lent and Easter at the Sparks First Christian Church, which took a little creativity until the inspiration came, for The Men of Lent. See Banners Page 3 for The Women of Lent and Easter banner series. Each banner is 2' x 3' but can be made proportionally larger or smaller and can be printed on a variety of materials. Scroll to the bottom of the page for further details. Note: Some churches combine the images from two different banners and change the words. Wording changes are free.







This stole was created in conjunction with members of the congregation of First United Church of Tampa (UCC) for the installation of their new minister Bernice Powell Jackson. With your ideas and our creativity, the possibilities are endless. Click image or here for enlargement.
The congregation observed the colors that their new minister wore and noted the words of mission she used. I mentioned that images on the stole could flow from one side to the other. They asked about using purples, blues and pinks in a sunrise image and including the earth. Their focus was on community including world community and thus the denomination logo on the bottom right of the stole, was somewhat minimized but still visible, yet somewhat blending in to the background. All of this and more including custom fabric selection and a custom neck label was considered in the stole's creation.
Neck labels with your custom greeting are available for only $7.50.
Buddhist and other faith Stoles
Art from the Soul makes stoles for all faiths and has created custom stoles for Coptic Christians, Protestants, Catholics, Messianic Jews, Druids, Independents, Indiginous faiths and more.


Our current Buddhist patterns are the above two. These stoles are 5" wide and 72" long but can be shortened for your needs. The Dharma wheel is approximately mid-chest height. The wheels, flags or other symbols can be placed at any location on the stole. Other styles of Dharma wheels will be created upon your request. Feel free to replace the flag with an alternate symbol. No charge. The fabric is cotton broadcloth-all natural material and no animal products are used. The thread is all cotton or synthetic thread. In this particular stole there are two layers of broad cloth without the interfacing so that these stoles are very soft and follow the shape of the robe and body.
Other colors and patterns can be created for your needs.
The stole can be made as a singe or double sided stole. For single sided stoles, choose black or white broadcloth for the back side.
Price is the same as for a 70" stole, style 2 at the bottom right of this page. Other styles of Dharma wheels and/or text will be printed at no additional cost.
For embroidered Dharma wheels, using the above pattern, add $12/wheel plus round trip shipping. Additional Dharma wheel styles can be created for an initial setup of $20. Please allow an additional 2 weeks minimum for embroidery.


"Vespers" Banner
24" x 48" or any other proportional size larger or smaller
Purchase price at the bottom of the page.
Right click and select "view image" for enlargement.
This banner has room at the top for adding a name(s), greeting, verse, celebratory comments or even memorial information.
The addition of text is at no additional charge.
Other color backgrounds are available.
Blue and rust colored irises are available too.
Banner is 24" x 48." Purchase detail are at the bottom of the page, left column.
Matching greeting card (without text) (5.5" x 8.5") is available for $3.50.
Breath of the Spirit Banner #2
Celebrate the Spirit any time of the year (and during Pentecost!) with this colorful banner of leaves blowing in the wind.
2' x 3' and other sizes available
Text can be changed at no additional cost.
Purchase details are at the bottom of the page.
Also available as a greeting card 5.5" x 8.5" for $3.50.
Do you have a blended congregation? Let us be creative and create the art you need!!
This artwork was for a stole for the anniversary of the minister of a blended UCC-UMC congregation. No only did we create a "blended" logo for them but it matched the stole too.
Creativity abounds at Art from the Soul.
"I wanted to let you know that our Pastor practically fell over when we gave her the stole for her 25th!!!! She was speechless, and she's NEVER speechless!
I can can only tell you that everyone was incredibly impressed and thought it was so incredibly beautiful.
Thanks again for the amazing work." -Cathy Michaels
Art from the Soul: Entire Site
The Kaua'i Stole
This colorful stole was the result of a trip to Kaua'i. If you have visited there, you have seen the colorful wild roosters and chickens. They are everywhere from the Waimea Canyon to Po'ipu Beech. There is significance in these feathers not just representing the island but also for the Christian faith. This is a reminder to not deny Christ as Peter did but also that if we err, we can be forgiven and continue, as Peter, to be faithful Christians. The symbol of the rooster also reminds us to be vigilant--of evil and wrong doing. The uses for this stole range from the beginning of lent to general use throughout the liturgical year. The artwork can be placed on a black or white stole, just request the color you want.
Words, denomination logos or symbols can be added at no cost.
Pricing and additional details are at the bottom of the page in the right hand column.
Kaua'i stole with a Chi Roh.
Feather Detail of Kaua'i Stole
The Three Kings
A colorful addition to Advent and Epiphany.
24" x 79" or resized to larger or smaller to meet your needs. (12" x 39.5" is perfect for in home use. Only $40 including pole pockets. All on museum quality, archival paper and ink.) Can be made longer to add your desired text. Text is always added at no cost along with your church's or denomination's logo.
Banner details are at the bottom of the page.
Greeting Card
8.5x5.5 or 5.5x4.25 with white envelopes.
For bulk orders request a quotation.
The Manger
A fairly traditional image to add to our collection of Christmas banners. (Just scroll down to "Christmas" on the index page to see a list of all the Christmas banners and stoles.)
This banner is 24" x 70" but can be made larger or smaller and it comes in a variety of materials.
Text is always added at no cost along with your church's or denomination's logo.
See the bottom of the page, left column for details.
Waves Stole for Baptisms and other Occasions
The "Waves" stole is perfect for baptisms or other uses from Moses parting the seas to the creation story! In this stole, there are pale greens and multiple shades of blues and white in these rolling waves which surround this stole. This is the first of our new design with the artwork printed from edge to edge and all the way around the collar. The reverse side of the the stole can be either black or white. Just let us know what you prefer. See the bottom of the page for custom colors, ordering information and more about our new design!
Banners
Banners are a great way to celebrate the seasons at your church or for a special occasion or announcement almost anywhere. Pick from the above or we will create a custom banner for you at almost any size you can imagine for your special event. Weddings, announcements, church services, seasons, birthdays or any event or celebration--the ideas are endless with your art or ours.
All faiths are honored.
The above banners are 13" x 38" unless otherwise indicated but are available in a variety of sizes, large and small (see below).
To order, we are just a call or an e-mail away:
1) at-artsoul@pacbell.net or
2) 775-424-2548 in Nevada.
3) Call toll free world-wide on Skype, Skype name: jrjones714.
Visa/MasterCard/Discover and Paypal accepted.
Preview your banner before you buy
and Virtual hanging service
Your custom banner can be previewed on the web too so you either love it before it is purchased or the set-up is free.
Also you can now preview what your banner will look like in your church. Just send us a photo of the area of your church where you plan on hanging your banners and we will hang them virtually to make sure they are just what you want!
BANNER PRICES
Our banners are available two ways:
1) Printed by the Artist on Heavy Stock, Archival Paper and Ink
Banners printed by Art from the Soul are on our archival, heavy stock, museum quality paper with archival inks.
Prices
$22.50 plus shipping for 13" x 19" Banners.
$45 plus shipping for 13" x 38" banners.
$55 plus shipping for 24" x 36"
$65 plus shipping for 24" x 48"
$95 plus shipping for 24" x ~70" depending on the
art.
Text/Wording changes are free.
Other custom changes $30/hr.
All you do is frame it or hang it using a thin dowel.
For hanging banners we will include a taped 4"
margin (top and bottom) turned under for use as
a pole pocket. Wording changes are
FREE. Other customizations are $30/hr additional.
Unless you specify otherwise, the above is
how banners are supplied.
2) Printed commercially on a variety of fabric, vinyl or paper in a variety of sizes up to bill board sizes.
Commercially printed banners are available at
printing cost (plus a 4% markup) plus $47.00/banner.
(We do this to keep YOUR prices down.) Custom changes
or custom banners are $35/hr. (Explore this site
for ideas or send us something you want placed on
the banner.) Many changes can be completed in
about 1 hour and sometimes less! The commercial
printer we use is ePingo at
banners are printed. Just click on their URL to
explore what is available. Banners will ship directly
to you. All jobs are processed through Art from
the Soul.
Wording changes on Banners are free.
About Colors on the Web:
The colors that you see on the artwork on this site can vary from monitor to monitor, in hue and value. We attempt to represent the art as close as possible to the actual pieces. If color matching is desired, we recommend that you request and approve a paper sample (legal envelope sized) or purchase a small banner as custom banners are not returnable/refundable except for defects in material and workmanship. $5 and any express shipping charges will be billed for each paper sample requested.
Overseas Banner Orders If you are overseas, we will be happy to send the artwork fully set up to your local printer upon receiving their printing requirements. This makes your shipping free.
Please call for a quotation on custom sizes and materials. Is there an Art from the Soul image you would like as a banner? Just give us a call.
© 1999-2011 Julie Rodriguez Jones
Images on this site are protected by an embedded, electronically traceable watermark, even if modified.
Specific images have been registered with the Library of Congress Copyright Office.
Written, rescindable permission to use is required.
2/21/11
We are now offering an additional new style. Printing will be edge to edge and a new beautifully designed neck/collar area will drape perfectly around your shoulders and neck! More details are at the bottom of the page.
We will continue to offer both this and our traditional designs.
Traditional Style: Choose long 106" or short 60"
Our new edge to edge printed stole with collar that drapes around the neck and shoulders. Choose 106" long stole or 70" short stole, single or double sided.
In this view, you are looking at the front of the stole and the back of the collar at the same time.
Long 106" Waves stole showing
both the front and the back of the collar.

How does this all work? (AKA, the Ts and Cs)
Read about either your banner or stole below. The details are important. It isn't the standard yada, yada, yada. Call us at 775-424-2548 to discuss your order or custom needs. The owner is Julie Jones and you will probably be greeted by her. Ross is her assistant and you may also speak with him. Our email is artsoul@pacbell.net. If you have a custom request, a graphically created preview will either be sent to you via e-mail or placed on a private preview page. (There are no up-front charges unless you order specific samples.) For stoles, if exact colors or fabric approvals are needed, please allow adequate time to request a fabric swatch (details below). Usually we can accommodate all rushes but you may not have time for swatches for stoles to be sent. For banners, we can usually send a free sample of the type of material you are requesting. For banners, we do our absolute best on color matching but large format banners (wider than 2' and on materials other than heavy stock paper) are printed by our printing partner in another state. They do a superior job but they are not standing next to your pews, sanctuary walls or stained glass windows. We encourage large, high quality photos for color matching banners.
In general, for custom art and colors, you are not committed to the purchase until you approve the final digital draft. On the average, you may request two changes to your digital preview at no cost. Additional free changes, if we choose to do so, may be contingent upon a purchase commitment via non-refundable deposit. Once approved the custom stole or banner is not returnable or refundable except for defects in materials or workmanship. Custom changes will be billed at $35/hr. Your final product price may change if you have a change or increase in materials. Simple or small changes may be free. You will be advised. There is no charge for the addition of church/denomination logos or wording changes. Your are responsible for correct spelling on your preview.
When all the details are finalized, payment is made HERE. After clicking the "Buy Now" button you DO NOT have to sign up for Paypal. You can just choose the text, "Don't have PayPal account? Pay with debit or credit card" then enter the total we have given you which will include shipping.
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This banner resulted from a CD cover that I created for Jennifer Bynum, for her collection of Spirituals entitled, "Saw Mah Freedom In Jesus." It was a great challenge to create an image that illustrated both slavery and then freedom through Jesus. I virtually visited a museum and saw many of the shackles used on slaves. I saw a neck ring with spikes, used so slaves could not sleep, sitting on its side and it immediately spun around in my head and I saw a cross. I created my own version of this torture device and oriented it as I had visualized it. For the freedom through Christ I've made a crown of thorns in the center thus being the focus and liberating element.
I am ever so thankful for such artistic freedom.
Without the text from the CD, as shown below, this makes a wonderful banner for Amistad Sunday, typically the second Sunday of March.
Amistad Sunday Banner
Background can be enlarged to add logos and/or words.
This banner can be printed at up to 32" wide. Length is 32" without additional words or logos. A variety of media is available.
Scroll to the bottom of the page for printing details.
Note: For Archival, heavy stock paper banners 24" x 24" price is $50. Smaller banners will be prorated. Larger banners and banners on media other than paper will be specially quoted.

Full Length Ministerial / Clergy stoles
and
Shorter Visitation Stoles, Choir Stoles and Graduation Stoles
We are now offering two styles of stoles, each at two lengths.
Style 1:-106"
Our traditional LONG 106" stole with the art appliqued on to the stole.
Our "background" stole, onto which we applique the art, is normally black or white. Custom orders are welcome if you allow time for the fabric to be ordered (price for 1.5 yards plus shipping) and we have some special colors in stock which are shown at this link. These stoles are ~106" long. The stoles are 5" wide and the appliqued art is 4" wide and goes from about 1/2 inch above the bottom of the stole to the breast pocket area. All stoles are cotton broadcloth. We print our own fabric which is also cotton broadcloth. On our traditional stoles there are two interfacings, Pelon #809 bond and a light weight "wonder under" both placed behind the artwork. We use clear thread. Stoles can be gently rinsed by hand in cold water. Add the mildest soap, such as, Woolite, if necessary. We will be happy to shorten these stoles, just tell us by how much. Usually wording changes on the artwork is free and we will add denomination or church logos free also. See below for fringe and name plates. We ship in 10 days or sooner. See below for expedite charges. $133.82 plus shipping.
Style 1: 60"
Our traditional Short 60" stole with the art appliqued on to the stole.
Our "background" stole, onto which we applique the art, is normally black or white. Custom orders are welcome if you allow time for the fabric to be ordered (price for 1 yard plus shipping) and we have some special colors in stock which are shown at this link. These stoles are ~60" long. The stoles are 5" wide and the appliqued art is 4" wide and goes from about 1/2 inch above the bottom of the stole to the breast pocket area. All stoles are cotton broadcloth. We print our own fabric which is also cotton broadcloth. On our traditional stoles there are two interfacings, Pelon #809 bond and a light weight "wonder under" both placed behind the artwork. We use clear thread. Stoles can be gently rinsed by hand in cold water. Add the mildest soap, such as, Woolite, if necessary. Usually wording changes on the artwork is free and we will add denomination or church logos free also. See below for fringe and name plates. We ship in 10 days or sooner. See below for expedite charges. $112.02 plus shipping.
Style 2: 106"
Our new 106" stole with art printed border to border around the entire face of the stole. Single or double sided.
For any of our new border to border printed stoles, approximately 16" of length is taken up around the neck and shoulder area. It lays smooth and flat around the shoulders. The stole has a single interfacing inside the stole (Pellon 809 fusible bond). The sides are seamed and there is one seam in the center of the back of the collar. The artwork of this 5" wide stole goes around the entire face of the stole. Each stole is hand made. We print our own fabric and make all of our own art. Single sided stoles have the art on one side and plain fabric on the other. The reverse side of the stole is usually black or white but we honor custom requests for color if you allow time for the fabric to be ordered (price for 1.5 yards plus shipping) and we have some special colors in stock which are shown at this link. The artwork shown will be printed edge to edge and not appliqued on. Stoles can be gently rinsed by hand in cold water. Add the mildest soap, such as, Woolite, if necessary. Alternately, our new design stoles that have significant amounts of black and white, if ordered with double sided art, have a special coating to resist staining and color transfer. They may be gently wiped with a damp cloth only. We will be happy to shorten these stoles, just tell us by how much. Usually wording changes on the artwork is free and we will add denomination or church logos free also. See below for fringe and name plates. We ship in 10 days or sooner. See below for expedite charges. See the image to the right.
Single sided $157.16 plus shipping
Double sided/reversible with art on both sides: $211.27 plus shipping
Style 2: 70"
Our new 70" stole with art printed border to border around the entire face of the stole. Single or double sided.
For any of our new border to border printed stoles, approximately 16" of length is taken up around the neck and shoulder area. It lays smooth and flat around the shoulders. The stole has a single interfacing inside the stole (Pellon 809 fusible bond). The sides are seamed and there is one seam in the center of the back of the collar. The artwork of this 5" wide stole goes around the entire face of the stole. Each stole is hand made. We print our own fabric and make all of our own art. Single sided stoles have the art on one side and plain fabric on the other. The reverse side of the stole is usually black or white but we honor custom requests for color if you allow time for the fabric to be ordered (price for 1.5 yards plus shipping) and we have some special colors in stock which are shown at this link. The artwork shown will be printed edge to edge and not appliqued on. Stoles can be gently rinsed by hand in cold water. Add the mildest soap, such as, Woolite, if necessary. Alternately, our new design stoles that have significant amounts of black and white, if ordered with double sided art, have a special coating to resist staining and color transfer. They may be gently wiped with a damp cloth only. Usually wording changes on the artwork is free and we will add denomination or church logos free also. See below for fringe and name plates. We ship in 10 days or sooner. See below for expedite charges. See the image to the right.
Single sided $121.83 plus shipping
Double sided/reversible with art on both sides $158.33 plus shipping
50% Deposit for custom stoles
If your stole has custom modifications including custom logos (free or otherwise), custom art work, custom length, custom text or custom colors, a 50% deposit will be required and will be invoiced upon approval of your draft along with any custom design charges. If for any reason we are unable to print/process your order, your deposit will be refunded.
Expedite Fees:
As our stoles have become more and more popular our turn around time also has increased. Please allow a minimum of 10 days prior to shipment . More time may be necessary during religious holidays. Expedite fees may apply as follows due to scheduling:
24 hours 100%, 2-4 days 50%, 5-7 days 25%. Sundays and federal holidays excluded.
Custom modifications Custom changes and modifications are welcome. We do them all the time. Other than the changes listed above, custom changes and modifications are $30/hr additional. Minor modifications may be free. Stoles with custom changes (colors, text, logos, art, etc.) are not returnable/refundable.
Fabric "Name Plates" and Fringe:
Neck labels with the recipient's name or special greeting (~2" x 6") are $7.50. Black or white fringe is $7.50.
All faiths are honored.
To order, we are just a call or an e-mail away:
1) at-artsoul@pacbell.net or
2) 775-424-2548 in Nevada.
3) ATT cellular customers call 510-367-5524 for a free call on most plans.
4) Call toll free world-wide on Skype, Skype name: jrjones714.
5) Free Yahoo IM -artsoul@pacbell.net
Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AMEX and Paypal accepted.
Embroidery Work
Art from the Soul has teamed up with Custom Embroidery of Reno, NV. and Joy Day of Spherical Magic, both master artists. (Visit Page 2 of Banners and Stoles.) Would you like something embroidered on a stole? Just ask for a quote. We'll even create or help you create the pattern. Please allow a minimum of two extra weeks for embroidery.
About Colors on the Web:
The colors that you see on the artwork on this site can vary from monitor to monitor, in hue and value. We attempt to represent the art as close as possible to the actual pieces. If color matching is desired, we recommend that you request and approve a fabric swatch as custom stoles are not returnable/refundable. Swatches are approximately 10" x 10" or somewhat larger. $5 and any express shipping charges will be billed for each swatch requested.
Note: We can now print darker blacks and brighter colors.
Gift Cards/Greeting Cards
Invitations
If you are giving a banner or a stole as a gift, matching greeting cards/gift cards are available for $3.50. Want a bunch or different sizes? Discounts for multiple cards are available! Additional details here.
Many of our patterns are suitable for deacon's stoles. Here are just a couple of our patterns in both our traditional, appliqued style and our new, edge-to-edge printed style. We create all of our own art and print our own fabric. The top part of the deacon stole is 30" and the bottom leg is 23." A 6" x 2" strip of fabric connects the front and the back. Width is 5." With the appliqued style the art is 4" appliqued onto a 5" stole. Fabric and assembly details are at the bottom of the page. Prices: Traditional/Appliqued style: $175; Edge to edge printed style is $275.
"Thank-you so very much, Am pleased and surprised how quickly you were able to get the stole done and sent. Planning on wearing it tomorrow.It is beautiful. A great tribute to God who gives us new life. -Bev".
"Julie,
The banners are BEAUTIFUL. The banners arrived yesterday and I couldn't be more pleased! Also, I enjoyed working with you so much. You were patient, creative, and very helpful. Thanks!
- Kathy."
At Art from the Soul, our goal is to meet your needs visually, whether it is your mission statement, your ordination philosophy or your interim ministry focus. We listen to your needs and create the visuals that spread your message. We encourage you to look at the variety of art here to get ideas too. We are able to take design ideas from a variety of banners and create something totally new. These two particular banners took the background concept from the "Names of God" banners and then the colors were modified, the word echoing concept was borrowed from the "Here and I" stole, the Christ candle from "Irises and Christ Candle" banner and the cup and chalice design from the "Men of Lent" banners, all with colors and textures changed and other elements added.
Other people often say, "do what you like" and then we create things such as the Amistead Banner below. Read about the charge there to see what we did to visually represent the title of the CD, "Saw Mah Freedom in Jesus."
This stylized angel will let you take flight to the many references in the bible to angels.
We create our own art and print our own fabric.
Wording and logos are always added at no cost. (Stole shown with the UCC logo.)
All details are at the bottom of the page.
5" x 106" in our new Style #2.
Stoles, banners or other liturgical art are available for all faiths.
UCC (United Church of Christ), The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ -DOC), Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian, Lutheran, LDS, Latter Day Saints, Mormon, Mormons, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Independent, Church of Christ, Seventh Day Adventist, Quaker, Friends, Christian Scientist, African Methodist Episcopal, AME, COGIC, Buddhist, Bahai, Unitarian, Jehovah's Witnesses, Independent, Evangelical, Anglican, Eastern Orthodox, Korean, Samoan, Pentecostal, Calvinist, Hinduism, Judaism, Jews, Calvinists, Clerical, Minister, Priest, Ministerial, Druid, Pagan, Native, United Church of Canada, clergy stoles, clerical stoles, minister stoles, stoles for ministers, ministerial stoles, stoles for clergy
If you love our art,
click below!
Further details are at the bottom of the page on the right hand side.
Tongue of Fire Pentecost Banner. This seems to be especially popular with the younger set. 37" x 70" but a variety of sizes are available. See the bottom of the page on the left for a vareity of choices or just give us a call at 775-424-2548.
Tongue of Fire Pentecost Banner
Father Bill wearing the Waves Stole in Manzanillo, Mexico. Logos and text are added at no additional cost..
Recently we've had more requests for more non-denominational, independent and interfaith stoles that can be used for a variety of occasions. This backgroungd pattern of sea glass can serve for a variety of occasions from water themes to beach weddings. The colors can be matched to any liturgical season or can be matched to the color theme of the wedding.
Choose your own wording, no wording, logos, symbols, or the star fish all at no additional cost. For a beach wedding, consider using the bride's and groom's names down one side.
The white sea glass can be used as is or we can match any colors you like, including bridal party colors.