Caroline Creates is the home for my work across writing, visual art, and long-form projects. It includes Creative Chronicles, North of Normal, The Winze Files, personal essays, and ongoing records of making and living in a place shaped by pressure, creativity, and change
The Winze Files, Volume Two: Beneath the Lake
A moment from Beneath the Lake where fishing feels ordinary and nothing feels settled. This page sits on the edge of change, where stories harden, light shifts, and the water starts to answer back. It sets the emotional tone of the book, quiet, watchful, and uneasy, before anyone admits something is wrong.
Welcome to North of Normal: Day Drinker
A small-town afternoon where drinking starts early and nobody calls it out. This piece watches how boredom, habit, and proximity blur into routine. Funny on the surface, uncomfortable underneath. A field note from North of Normal, where daylight hides more than it reveals.
Diary of a Small Town Girl/Entry 1
The first entry of a small-town diary written from the inside. It tracks observation, restraint, and the quiet math of belonging. Personal without confession. Close, watchful, and grounded in the daily moments people overlook while pretending nothing is happening.
The Winze Files, Volume 2: Writing by the Lake
The Winze Files, Volume 2: Beneath the Lake
Once Upon a Baker…
A story about baking as survival, rhythm, and memory. This post traces how work in the kitchen turns into care, how repetition builds steadiness, and how feeding people becomes a way to stay rooted. Part craft, part life record, written from flour-dusted hands.
Creating Through Pressure and Change
Creating during turbulent times. How commenting on the realities through art helps…kinda.
Garden Notes: Dwarves, Dirt, and the Toad Who Hugged Me
A seasonal rundown of the garden as it unfolded. What worked, what failed, what showed up anyway. Dwarves stayed put, dirt piled up, and frogs arrived on their own schedule. A practical record with a quiet nod to how gardens refuse control.
Bringing The Winze Files to Life: How One Book Turned Into a Whole World
The Winze Files started as a flicker — a haunted town, a shimmer of gold, and a girl with cinnamon on her hands. What followed was a deep, creative unearthing, a strange and sacred river of ideas. This is how Volume 1 came to life — and why it’s just the beginning.
Launching Soon….
A cursed town. A crumbling ledger. A cinnamon bun with teeth.
Keep your lanterns lit. Sneak Peeks will appear here.
The Power of Daily Creative Rituals: How Painting Brought Me Back to My Creativity.
In the latest blog post, explore the transformative power of establishing a creative ritual. Discover how dedicating specific time and space to your creative endeavours can unlock new levels of inspiration and productivity. I share personal insights and practical tips on crafting a routine that nurtures your creativity, helping you to overcome blocks and embrace the flow of ideas. Join me on this journey and learn how a simple ritual can elevate your creative practice.
Inaugural Musing: Welcome to My Corner of the Internet
Welcome to my corner of the internet! Here, you'll find a space dedicated to creativity, inspiration, and thoughtful exploration. I hope you follow along as we delve into various topics, share ideas, and embark on this journey together. Your presence is valued, and I look forward to connecting with you as we navigate this digital landscape.
Art as a Lifeline: Creating Through Grief and Uncertainty
In a small rural town surrounded by the serene beauty of nature, an ominous shadow looms as a mine begins its descent. This illustration captures the stark contrast between the peaceful lives of the townsfolk and the relentless encroachment of industrialisation. Vibrant fields and quaint homes stand in the foreground, while the mine slams down with an unsettling presence, disrupting the landscape and the community. The message is clear: progress does not always equate to prosperity, and sometimes, good neighbours are not what they seem. This portrayal serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between nature and industry, and the hidden costs of exploitation.
Morsels Extra large Lemon Tart
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavours with our 6" Raspberry Lemon Meringue Tart. A buttery graham cracker crust forms the perfect foundation for tangy lemon curd, beautifully complemented by fresh, plump raspberries. Topped with a light and airy meringue that is perfectly toasted for that signature finish, this tart offers a harmonious balance of sweet and tart in every bite. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own, it’s a vibrant addition to any dessert table.