Carmels Garden

03/09/2025

Thank you for supporting and buying today my first children’s book. We are on countdown to hit the top of the charts. 🥳🥳 All sales go to charity that help children & new born babies

02/09/2025

👋 Hi friends, Carmel here with my amazing editor and right-hand, Stephanie! 💫

We’re so thrilled to introduce you to my very first children’s book. 🐬📖✨ In this short into video, we share a little taste of the story and what inspired it.

If you’d love to hear more, the extended interview is now live on YouTube, where Stephanie and I dive deeper into the heart behind the book, the creative process, and what’s coming next. 🎥💙

👉 Links are in the comments!

Carmel 📚🐬🎉👇🎊.

31/08/2025

🚀✨ Exciting News — My Very First Children’s Book Is Here! 🚀
I’m so thrilled to announce that Adventure Cove is now available for preorder! 🌊📖🐬👧👦

This book is especially close to my heart. Inspired by my own childhood memories by the sea, and precious times with my family — including my dear Aunty Sal and cousins — Adventure Cove carries with it the joy, warmth, and wonder of those Jervis Bay days. ✨

Set on the stunning South Coast of New South Wales, Adventure Cove is a seaside story full of courage, imagination, playful dolphins, and adventurous kids. At its heart, it’s about friendship, community, and caring for the ocean as their sleepy town welcomes big changes.

What makes this book extra special is that my granddaughter has been helping me bring it to life — connecting her school lessons about the environment with our story. It has been a true blessing to share this journey across generations and create something meaningful together. 🌸💙

✨ Help us reach #1 Best Seller status! Every pre-order counts — grab your copy today and be part of this journey. 📖🐬

💙 Special Release Price (limited time):
🇦🇺 $3.99 AUD | 🇺🇸 $2.99 USD
100% of proceeds from the eBook will go to charity. ‘Friends Of The Teresa Orsini Clinic’

📖 Official Release Dates:
🇺🇸 USA — 4th September
🇦🇺 Australia — 5th September
👉 Pre-order your copy here:
🇦🇺 https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FNMK7TRX
🇺🇸 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNMK7TRX

13/08/2025

01/08/2025

🌿 Hello August! 🌿
A brand new month is here — a fresh page, a new rhythm, and an open door to possibility.

As we step into 1st August, let’s pause and realign with purpose.
What are you ready to release?

What are you being called to create, embrace, or pursue?
Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush, opening a new journal, planting a seed, or simply taking a breath — may this month usher in clarity, courage, and calm.

✨ Here's to blooming in your own time.
✨ Here's to finding beauty in small beginnings.
✨ Here's to August — a canvas for grace and growth.

Coach Carmel 🙌💐🌷
www.carmelsgarden.com

31/07/2025

🎙️ NEW PODCAST EPISODE

Riding the Waves with Purpose – Resting in the Flow with Stephanie Miller
In this heartfelt episode of The Thriving Woman Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend and creative partner, Stephanie Miller, to share the journey behind my soon-to-be-released children’s book Adventure Cove.

This story has been quietly growing behind the scenes, and now — in God’s perfect timing — it’s ready to be shared. 💛
Together, we talk about:
🌊 Trusting the process
🌿 Hearing the whispers beneath the surface
📝 Letting creativity speak to all ages
🙏 And allowing God's timing to lead the way

If you're in a creative season or holding onto a dream in the waiting, you’ll feel right at home in this conversation.

✨ Let’s step into the cove together…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeGwpfFsrME
🎧 Listen now to more episodes @ https://carmelsgarden.com/podcast

Coach Carmel 🙌📚🔓👇📚🐬
https://www.carmelsgarden.com

31/07/2025

💖 Creative Spaces at City Church Nowra 🎨
🌿 A New Women’s Group for Creative Hearts & Souls 🌿

We’re excited to launch a brand-new women’s group at City Church — a safe, welcoming space for women to create, connect, and restore through creativity and gentle art therapy.

🗓️ First Gathering: Wednesday, 6th August
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 City Church, Conference Room, City Church Nowra
💰 Contribution: $10 per session to cover materials + morning tea
👭 Bring a friend — all welcome!

This is a space for women of all ages to slow down, express themselves, and find joy in creativity — no pressure, just peace.

✨ First week’s activities:
Felt brooch-making with Donna 🧵
Bookmark-making with Carmel 📚
Relaxed conversation, cuppas, and soulful connection
Gentle art therapy practices to soothe and inspire
💖 Whether you're an artist or just curious, you're welcome. Come as you are. Leave refreshed.

👉 Message us to RSVP or learn more. We’d love to have you join us!

21/07/2025

💐 A Tribute to Carmel Austin – Visionary, Creative, and Friend 💐
By Dorease Rioux | USA | July 2025

It has been one of the greatest joys of my creative journey to collaborate with the incredibly gifted Carmel Austin. From the moment we connected, I knew I’d met a kindred spirit—someone who leads with vision, purpose, and heart.

Over the past few years, I’ve had the honour of working alongside Carmel on three book projects, each becoming an International Bestseller. From The Artist Haven, which brought together creatives from around the world, to Courageous Voices Unlocked, where we boldly shared stories of faith and triumph, each collaboration was deeply meaningful.

Carmel’s ability to draw out the beauty and strength in others is remarkable. I was especially blessed to co-create aspects of our book cover design with her—watching our shared vision come to life on canvas was unforgettable.

My photography was also featured in The Artist Haven, and I’m humbled to be a contributor to the first edition of the Mystery of Eden Magazine in late 2024, another expression of Carmel’s passion for creativity, healing, and faith.

Carmel is a courageous trailblazer. She follows God’s calling with boldness, compassion, and an open heart, inviting others to rise with her. I’m beyond grateful for our friendship and this extraordinary journey we continue to walk together.
With love and gratitude,
Dorease 🤍
*****
💖 I’m incredibly touched by this kind and heartfelt message from my dear friend and fellow creative, Dorease Rioux. 💐
What a journey it’s been—three powerful book collaborations, each becoming an International Bestseller! From The Artist Haven to our latest release, Courageous Voices Unlocked, Dorease has brought her creativity, courage, and heart to each project. 🎨📖
It was such a joy to dream together, especially designing the covers, selecting her stunning photography, and sharing our stories of faith and healing. I’m also thrilled she’s featured in the upcoming Mystery of Eden magazine later this year! ✨🌿
Dorease, thank you for your encouragement, your artistic eye, and your unwavering faith. I’m so grateful God connected our lives for such a time as this.
With love from your Aussie sister,
Carmel 🕊️💫
carmelsgarden.com

17/07/2025

🌊✨ Something magical is coming… ✨🌊

I’m so excited to share a sneak peek of Adventure Cove: Silver’s Secret of the Sea — a heartwarming tale of friendship, courage, and the hidden wonders of the ocean.

Come journey with us to a place where the waves whisper secrets, and adventure awaits just beneath the surface. 🐬📖💙