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Carrie ONeal

Carrie ONeal. Based in Cincinnati.

  • 305 awards won
  • 1871 comments made
  • 26004 votes cast

Awards

  • winner 37
  • editor pick 268

About Carrie ONeal

I’m a proud mother of two, and owner of a graphic design studio near Cincinnati, Ohio. I love iced tea, cozy socks, and rainy days. With a 'less is more' approach, I strive to create designs that are traditional with a twist. I still get giddy with each and every Minted order, because it means that I get to play a small part in someone else's big moment. Thanks for visiting!

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comments

Zhay Smith on Jan 20 2023
Zhay Smith
  • Minted Dec 12, 2015

Hey, Carrie!! Just shot you an email. -XOXO, Zhay

Zhay Smith on Jan 10 2020
Zhay Smith
  • Minted Dec 12, 2015

You're Welcome! Hugs:)

Zhay Smith on Jan 07 2020
Zhay Smith
  • Minted Dec 12, 2015

Hey Carrie! Just passing through to wish you a Happy New Year! Hope it's off to a great start for you and the family:)

Kate Ross on Oct 21 2019
Kate Ross
  • Minted May 6, 2013

Girrrrrllll, don’t make me blush. I am such a fan. You liking my work- I am standing up n the light. Thank you. Sending you my most humble gratitude. Xo

Eric Clegg on Jan 11 2019
Eric Clegg
  • Minted May 4, 2014

Carrie, just wanted to say thanks for your comments on my The Hudson design. You know I regard your work highly. Looking forward to meeting you in person at the Minted breakfast at NSS.

Amy Payne on Jan 09 2019
Amy Payne
  • Minted May 29, 2015

I went to name a design Semplice thinking I was so original. But you already had it! haha! I'll take all the Carrie thinking I can get!

AK Graphics on Dec 12 2018
AK Graphics
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Hi Carrie, I just saw your sweet comment and it totally made my day!! That is such a huge compliment coming from you; I have always been a fan of your beautiful work! Cheers - and Happy Holidays to you and your family :)

Nikita Jariwala on Sep 28 2018
Nikita Jariwala
  • Minted Oct 19, 2017

Thank you so much for liking my submission. I love your work, Best wishes!!

Creo Study on Aug 31 2018
Creo Study
  • Minted Jul 13, 2015

Thanks, Carrie for leaving the sweet comment on my 'mod date' design. big fan of your work :)

Jessica Williams on Aug 09 2018
Jessica Williams
  • Minted Mar 20, 2012

The feeling is mutual!!! I loved getting to talk with you - thanks for sharing some of your week with me!

Kelly Schmidt on Jun 15 2018
Kelly Schmidt
  • Minted Jun 18, 2014

Also, I just ordered your River Rocks fabric in black and white to recover a chair, I love the design so much!

Kelly Schmidt on Jun 15 2018
Kelly Schmidt
  • Minted Jun 18, 2014

Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my Painted Edges submission! Means so much coming from you, I love your work, Carrie! You really brightened a pretty rough day for me over here, thank you! <3

Nazia Hyder on Jun 06 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Sending you hugs! Love your work as always!

Paige Rothhaar on Apr 23 2018
Paige Rothhaar
  • Minted Feb 16, 2010

Hi Carrie!! Thanks for the sweet comments! I'm having so much fun jumping back in but feeling like a total newbie! :) I left my FT position recently be with my kiddos more. I can't wait to meet-up with you again sometime! Missed you wonderful ladies!

Pixel and Hank on Apr 09 2018
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Thanks so much for the thorough feedback on my submission Merry Wave. Super helpful!

Nazia Hyder on Apr 03 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou Carrie for your feedback and compliment, appreciate it so much! Holiday intimidates me so much... P.S: love your work!

Pixel and Hank on Mar 20 2018
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Thanks for the sweet comment on my Baby Shower invite Carrie! ,<3

Ana Sharpe on Dec 07 2017
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Thank you for your kind words, Carrie!! It really means a lot :)

Ana Sharpe on Dec 07 2017
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Hi Carrie, thanks so much for liking Modern Graduate! I'm such a big fan of your gorgeous work! You truly made my day!! All the best to you! :)

Phrosné on Nov 06 2017
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

Hahaha!! I know - I’m still laughing.

Phrosné on Nov 06 2017
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

Thanks so much, Carrie! I’m looking forward to look at yours later! Always lovely

Mariecor Agravante on Sep 15 2017
Mariecor Agravante
  • Minted Jun 7, 2015

Congrats, Carrie, on your 200th+ win milestone :)

Maria Koontz on Aug 09 2017
Maria Koontz
  • Minted Jan 7, 2015

Hi Carrie, thanks for the love on Lumberjack Stack! I admire your work so much, so it very special to have your support. Best of luck to you in the challenges! Maria

Marie Hermansson on Aug 08 2017
Marie Hermansson
  • Minted Aug 8, 2012

Thank you for the like on "big hugs and kisses tribal" pattern Carrie. It's greatly appreciated!

Angela Garrick on Jul 31 2017
Angela Garrick
  • Minted Jun 28, 2015

Thank you carrie!

Erin L. Wilson on Jun 06 2017
Erin L. Wilson
  • Minted Mar 27, 2014

Carrie, thanks for your sweet comment on my Heaven is Near design. It holds a really special, tender place in my heart and I'm glad you liked it, too! Your designs are lovely and I love following along with you on instagram! Best of luck in the challenge!

Benita Crandall on Jun 06 2017
Benita Crandall
  • Minted Jan 7, 2016

Thank you so much for the likes Carrie! I love your typography it is always really fresh and beautiful! Xo benita

Kimberly FitzSimons on Feb 08 2017
Kimberly FitzSimons
  • Minted Jan 9, 2009

Hi, Carrie! Thanks so much for your sweet note today! You really brightened my day. I LOVE your work so much so it is an extra special compliment coming from you! I hope you are having a great start to the year!! xo

Kimberly Morgan on Dec 06 2016
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Thanks so much for the kind comment today, Carrie. It's nice to have some sweetness to off-set all the current Minted abrasiveness.

Shannon on Jun 10 2016
Shannon
  • Minted May 20, 2013

Thanks for the like on "Voila" Carrie :) Are you feeling over-holidayed yet? You sure picked the right photos for "Best Moments" – everything about the design feels perfectly mellow and sophisticated. Have a great weekend!

Lori Wemple on May 26 2016
Lori Wemple
  • Minted Nov 19, 2011

Carrie, I can't tell you how much your sweet comment means to me! You have made my YEAR!I am speechless, it means so much coming from such a talented designer who I greatly respect and admire. I wish I could give you a huge hug :) Thank you thank you!!! <3

curiouszhi on May 09 2016
curiouszhi
  • Minted Dec 17, 2013

Hi Carrie, thank you so much for the like on my holiday card submission (Deco Frame - tis the season). Appreciate it and it's so encouraging coming from a talented designer like yourself! :)

Baumbirdy on May 07 2016
Baumbirdy
  • Minted Oct 27, 2008

Love your holiday collection !!!!

Monica Janes Fine Art on May 06 2016
Monica Janes Fine Art
  • Minted Nov 16, 2012

Hi Carrie, what an awesome comment you left on my "Painted Holiday Greetings" submission! Coming from a pro like you that totally made my day! EEEk, thanks! Monica :)

Carolyn Nicks on May 06 2016
Carolyn Nicks
  • Minted Nov 18, 2014

Hahaha!! Thank you for just making my day...best comment ever! :) Your entries are fabulous, like ALWAYS! Cheers!

Susan Brown on May 05 2016
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

I'm going out and then Joe is flying in late Monday night then we're staying until Thursday. I'll have a few days by myself, a few show/minted days and then together days. Darn near perfect. Don't forget to call me if you come to WI. Thanks again C.

Susan Brown on May 05 2016
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

Carrie, Thanks for your help. Just couldn't see clearly on this one. I'm going to stop now. Are you going to NSS? And the cute guy you hang around with? Hugs to you too.

Susan Brown on May 05 2016
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

HI Carrie, I need a favor. I just update Merry Swirls to be a bit more contemporary and believe it's better than my first submit but will you take a look and tell me what you think? Thanks a bunch. http://www.minted.com/design-rating/609212

Sarah Curry on May 05 2016
Sarah Curry
  • Minted Oct 12, 2011

Carrie, you have no idea how much your comments brightened my day!! I'm pretty tired today and you gave me a little pep in my step. I'm such a Carrie O'Neal fan! Thank you so much for the encouragement. Your submissions are beautiful like always. <3

Erin L. Wilson on May 05 2016
Erin L. Wilson
  • Minted Mar 27, 2014

Carrie- I just wanted to tell you how completely over the moon I was to read your nice comment on my "Elegant Holidays" design. I so admire your work and couldn't be more thrilled that you like something I did! Thank you so very much!

kelli hall on May 05 2016
kelli hall
  • Minted Oct 24, 2008

carrie! I just saw your comment on my designer page and my jaw dropped. I'm very certain it's the other way around : D i'm a HUGE fan of your masterful work. I can't even begin to tell you what a complement you've given me...

Kim Dietrich Elam on May 02 2016
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

:) Here's to the holiday design season nearing an end!

Pixel and Hank on Apr 21 2016
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Carrie! Thanks so much for the comment on my recent submission. It means a lot to receive feedback like that from such a inspiring designer! I wish you all the best.

Susan Moyal on Apr 21 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Carrie thank you very much for your nice comment!! I'm trying hard to simplify my designs for the photo challenges and this was one I really had to work hard on. So I'm so glad to hear you like it:) Your entries are just amazing every single one of them! It's strange but I feel like I really "know you" just by looking at your work.. a beautiful style you have:)

Anelle Mostert on Apr 19 2016
Anelle Mostert
  • Minted Jun 29, 2015

HI Carrie, thanks SO SO much for your kind words and super constructive comments - you're the bomb diggity! ;)

Jennifer Postorino on Apr 15 2016
Jennifer Postorino
  • Minted Dec 27, 2008

FYI... you just TOTALLY made my day!!!

Felix Grapes on Apr 10 2016
Felix Grapes
  • Minted Apr 20, 2015

Hi Carrie, Thank for your nice comment on my entry! I would love to see more comments from you. Good luck and wish you all the best!

Laura Bolter on Apr 05 2016
Laura Bolter
  • Minted Oct 11, 2011

Carrie, I just got choked up reading your comment. Really, I'm such a sap! But, a few years ago I never would've thought that I'd receive something like that from a design idol as talented and always spot on as you. I'm grateful for your kind words, the people I've met and the opportunity to grow with Minted. Thank you! xo

Susan Moyal on Mar 30 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

H again, sorry but I just have to tell you that your "home" comment omg that was just the best.... thank you very much Carrie that made me feel really happy:)

Susan Moyal on Mar 30 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Carrie wow thank you very much for your nice comment!!!You totally made my day:) I just love your designs you have such an amazing style!!

Baumbirdy on Mar 03 2016
Baumbirdy
  • Minted Oct 27, 2008

Thank you Carrie for your Congratulations on our Wishbone design!

Sharon O. on Jan 16 2016
Sharon O.
  • Minted May 3, 2014

Hi Carrie, Thank you so much for the helpful comment on my design 'Breaking-News'. I made the change to the text as suggested and it made a world of difference! Best of luck for your gorgeous submissions :)

Penelope Poppy on Jan 13 2016
Penelope Poppy
  • Minted May 18, 2010

Carrie! Omg, thank you so much for the validation! Haha! I was so bummed when I didn't see my name on the list this time. This was one of those designs that I just had a really good feeling about and was sure would make it in!

Susan Brown on Jan 12 2016
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

I'd love to meet up too Carrie. An invitation I couldn't refuse. Let me know next time you're there.

Eric Clegg on Jan 09 2016
Eric Clegg
  • Minted May 4, 2014

Just wanted to let you know how impressed I am with your work. It is all so classic and your execution is perfect!

Kelly Schmidt on Jan 08 2016
Kelly Schmidt
  • Minted Jun 18, 2014

Thank you, Carrie!! I'm a big fan of your work :) Congrats on your picks, I LOVE Gilded so much, one of my favourites!

Alicia Bazan on Dec 28 2015
Alicia Bazan
  • Minted Jul 31, 2014

Thank you for your kind words Carrie!

Kimberly FitzSimons on Nov 16 2015
Kimberly FitzSimons
  • Minted Jan 9, 2009

Carrie, Thanks so much for your comment on my Chic Monogram submission. I just noticed I used your initials :) They are great letters...lucky you! This wedding challenge has been keeping me up at night, so I appreciate the supportive comment! I hope you are well! - Kimberly

Leysan Shayakbirova on Nov 05 2015
Leysan Shayakbirova
  • Minted Oct 24, 2014

Thank you, Carrie, for you like! IT's a great pleasure to receive it from you.

Kampai Designs on Nov 04 2015
Kampai Designs
  • Minted Feb 25, 2012

Thanks Carrie, your positive feedback really means a lot :)

silverscreen studio on Oct 22 2015
silverscreen studio
  • Minted Feb 24, 2014

Thanks, Carrie, I can see clearly now! :)

silverscreen studio on Oct 21 2015
silverscreen studio
  • Minted Feb 24, 2014

Hi Carrie! I really love your Jolly Joy holiday wrapping paper, and am trying to get a better idea of the scale of the text elements on a 20" X 28" sheet. If you don't mind my asking, how many JOY elements per 20" in your design? Thx so much! Christina Enciso/pandercraft

Kim Dietrich Elam on Sep 07 2015
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks so much for your help, Carrie!

Kim Dietrich Elam on Sep 06 2015
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Hi, Carrie! If you have a moment today, I'd love your input on this poll - I'm wondering if the concept is more clear in a single font: http://www.minted.com/design-rating/440991 THANKS!!

Kim Dietrich Elam on Aug 26 2015
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks so much for your super nice comment on my design, Carrie - made my morning! :)

Lehan Veenker on Jun 10 2015
Lehan Veenker
  • Minted Sep 20, 2010

Thanks so so much for your sweet note, Carrie!! Definitely needed that! I was working my butt off trying to come up with designs that would be worthy of the crazy talent in our little pool of designers. Competition certainly does get tougher each year, which I guess is good because it pushes us all to learn and improve. :) And speaking of crazy talent, congrats on CMYK! Your holiday submissions are definitely proof of your deserved inclusion in the K level! Such clever and well executed designs! :)

Kampai Designs on May 12 2015
Kampai Designs
  • Minted Feb 25, 2012

Thanks Carrie, it has been a while so very nice to be back on the winners list!

Lori Wemple on May 06 2015
Lori Wemple
  • Minted Nov 19, 2011

That is the best comment ever Carrie, lol :) xx ps - I adore your luscious wedding suite!!

Kimberly Morgan on Apr 27 2015
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Thanks so much for the very kind and helpful feedback, Carrie! I've posted a new gold version. If you have a minute, please take a look and tell me what you think.

Itsy Belle Studio on Apr 24 2015
Itsy Belle Studio
  • Minted Apr 11, 2013

Carrie, thank you for your comment in my Gingerbread House entry - I felt "stuck" on colors and was glad to hear a perspective from someone that hosts this party annually! I plan on working up a couple more festive color ways.

silverscreen studio on Apr 22 2015
silverscreen studio
  • Minted Feb 24, 2014

Thanks, Carrie, for your positive feedback! best of luck (love all of your work) :)

Jessica Yeo on Jan 23 2015
Jessica Yeo
  • Minted Jan 9, 2010

Thank you Carrie for your kind comment - and congrats to you too :) Your designs always hit the mark, I always look forward to seeing what you will do next!!

Susan Brown on Jan 15 2015
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

Hi Carrie, You are among a handful of designers whose work and style has always influenced me so I can't tell you how much your comments mean to me. So thoughtful of you and so exciting for me. Thanks so much.

Simona Camp on Dec 10 2014
Simona Camp
  • Minted Oct 19, 2014

Thanks so much for the sweet comment on my Gilded Elegance design! Really means a lot! Loving your collection and submission :)

Phrosné on Dec 09 2014
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

I dont even know what to reply to your comment Carrie, it must be the loveliest one I ever got! Thank you so much for keeping my spirits up! (post challenge blues over here) xo

chocomocacino on Dec 09 2014
chocomocacino
  • Minted Feb 23, 2010

I just wanna say you are one of my hero..! You can always pull that classy and simplicity and still look timeless, elegant etc..clean, sophisticated.. Im at lost of words.. =D I really adore your work!!

Stacey Meacham on Dec 08 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Thanks so much for answering all my ?'s Carrie. I went for it :)

Stacey Meacham on Dec 05 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Thanks Carrie. They were so awesome, I was like I want that next year. Do you recall if postage was more bc of the weight. I am debating ordering liners or not, haha. And thank about the pic :) You are too sweet. Hope your sales are pouring in. I am sure they are.

Stacey Meacham on Dec 05 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Hi Carrie, I hope you are doing well. I have a question about your holiday card last year… did you go with the double or triple thick stock? And was there additional postage?? thanks so much. I really want to upgrade this year to the xxx.

Andi Pahl on Dec 05 2014
Andi Pahl
  • Minted Aug 25, 2011

Thank you, Carrie! Your entries are amazing! I think I was liking them when I received your comment ; )

Phrosné on Nov 25 2014
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

hahaha my fav comment!

Carolyn Nicks on Nov 24 2014
Carolyn Nicks
  • Minted Nov 18, 2014

thank you for the 'like', i really appreciate it! :)

Grace Cobb on Nov 20 2014
Grace Cobb
  • Minted Sep 8, 2013

Thank you for your critique of my "Gilded Frame" piece. I just created a poll for a different ways to use "and". Will you let me know what you think?

Sonal Nathwani on Nov 09 2014
Sonal Nathwani
  • Minted Feb 2, 2014

Hi Carrie, just came across your Never Ending Series via the julep blog and I just wanted to tell you how much I love them...fabulous, really :-)

Sarah Curry on Sep 17 2014
Sarah Curry
  • Minted Oct 12, 2011

Carrie! Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my Yo Yo design. It means a lot! And congrats on hitting 100 awards! You are so talented, and a design hero of mine :)

Stacey Meacham on Sep 12 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

Awe, thank you so much! You too!!! Huge congrats. What a milestone. I have gotten so much more out of minted and it's community than I ever bargained for :) To the future!

Ann Gardner on Sep 10 2014
Ann Gardner
  • Minted Feb 22, 2010

Congratulations, Carrie! Your 100 wins are well deserved!

Melanie Severin on Jul 09 2014
Melanie Severin
  • Minted May 19, 2011

Carrie, I've been meaning to thank you for your sweet comment on Cotton candy clouds :) I just finished voting on all of the entries and am sooo in love with your Mom Rules prints - my kids totally need these! Love them all!

Kelly Ventura on Jul 08 2014
Kelly Ventura
  • Minted Jun 19, 2012

Thanks for your sweet comments, Carrie! I can't wait to purchase your 'mom's rules' series.....so clever and well designed, love!!

Grace Kreinbrink on Jul 07 2014
Grace Kreinbrink
  • Minted Sep 22, 2013

Hi Carrie, I am actually about an hour and a half from Tiffin, Oh in Toledo. Are you going to the meetup in MI or is that too far for you?

Grace Kreinbrink on Jul 01 2014
Grace Kreinbrink
  • Minted Sep 22, 2013

I love your mom rules! I hope to see more I would love to buy them!

Phrosné on Jun 23 2014
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

Aaaw!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You look just the same on the new one. I hope you have a lovely day, filled with joy.

Phrosné on Jun 23 2014
Phrosné
  • Minted Jul 11, 2012

lovely new pic!

Rebecca Bowen on Jun 20 2014
Rebecca Bowen
  • Minted Dec 9, 2011

thank you, thank you, thank you! I hope more Mom rules are coming;)

Andi Pahl on Jun 14 2014
Andi Pahl
  • Minted Aug 25, 2011

Carrie, thank you so much for your super nice comment! It means a lot coming from someone as talented as you. Love your style! You know what's killa? Your cousin's toast at our friend, Julie's wedding. I see talent runs deep in your family. You'll have to ask Erin about it. It was a pretty big hit! ; )

Dreaming Inspirations on Jun 14 2014
Dreaming Inspirations
  • Minted Feb 13, 2011

Thank You Carrie for the lovely Comment!! I will def try it without the pine!!

Magdalena Earnest on Jun 13 2014
Magdalena Earnest
  • Minted Jan 12, 2014

Hi Carrie. Thank you so much for your comment, it means a lot! I am a big fan of your work!

Sharon Almeida on Jun 11 2014
Sharon Almeida
  • Minted Mar 19, 2013

Hi, Carrie. You are very welcome! Glad to hear my comments were helpful! :)

Stacey Meacham on May 15 2014
Stacey Meacham
  • Minted Sep 3, 2011

awe, thanks Carrie. The feeling is mutual. That would be awesome. Maybe at a SF meet-up :) Good luck.

Tanya Lee of Frooted Design on May 15 2014
Tanya Lee of Frooted Design
  • Minted Aug 4, 2009

your sweet comment made my day, carrie! thanks so much. and just in case i don't get to do a lot of commenting, i am loving your holiday entries!