And here it is...
I don't even know where to begin!
I've been keeping this under wraps now for months and trying to balance my other design work along with working on my first collection for Carta Bella.
When I was asked to design for Carta Bella several months ago I really didn't believe it. In fact, besides my close family, I haven't even talked to many people about it because it hasn't really sunk in.
I love Carta Bella's papers and have always been a fan of both Carta Bella and Echo Park. And can we talk about the talent on both of those brands?!
I don't feel worthy at all!
In fact it was very intimidating looking over all of their current and past collections. And then, coming up with ideas for my first collection...or the first of anything can be so intimidating, right? This was no exception.
My first collection, 'Hello Again' , will start showing up in stores next month! This is just a sneak but tomorrow the full collection will be up on the Carta Bella website- so you can check out the entire collection!
This is such a huge new adventure for me and I'm so excited and so nervous at the same time. I am also so grateful for the connections I have made in scrapbooking, online and in real life - and happy I get to share my little moment with you all! I feel like I have made so many friends (online and in real life) from this wonderful hobby.
Here is a bit from Carta Bella about Hello Again:
Introducing a hip, urban collection filled with trendy details and soft, water colored images. The "Hello Again" collection offers both vintage styling along with in-the-now prints and patterns. Perfect for projects and layouts that focus on day-to-day memories, friendships, and everything that makes you happy, this fresh collection is sure to be one of your favorites. Dress up your favorite projects with this luxe collection.
This has been such a great experience and so much fun! I cannot even put into words the excitement and how blessed I feel to be part of the Carta Bella team.
I have some fun giveaways planned for when this first line officially starts shipping next month and hope to share more on all of this very soon!
This is such a pretty line Kaitlin! Can't wait to see it in person and get my hands on some. Congrats! :)
Posted by: Nicole | June 18, 2013 at 06:05 AM
I love this so much!! the soft colors combined with the contrasting black are so chic!! :)
I'm so happy for you!
Posted by: Jen Kinkade | June 18, 2013 at 06:13 AM
Wow, that's amazing! So excited for you K, it looks gorgeous!!
Posted by: melanie | June 18, 2013 at 06:41 AM
Congrats Kaitlin! I love Carta Bella! Love this collection...it's so you!
Posted by: debbie | June 18, 2013 at 06:43 AM
It is beautiful, Kaitlin! I'm so happy for you! I can't wait to get my hands on it - those colors are gorgeous!
Posted by: Marti | June 18, 2013 at 06:48 AM
How exciting for you Kaitlin. I love it all and will be a big fan. Congratulations!!
Posted by: Michelle Wooderson | June 18, 2013 at 07:04 AM
That is so exciting and awesome!!!! Congrats!!! :)
Posted by: justem | June 18, 2013 at 07:07 AM
Thank you Nicole!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:09 AM
:) Thank you Jennifer!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:10 AM
Thank you so much Melanie!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:10 AM
Thank you Debbie!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:11 AM
Im so glad you like it Marti!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:12 AM
Thank you Emily! Im so excited too and super nervous- but thats normal I guess!
Posted by: Kaitlin Sheaffer | June 18, 2013 at 07:13 AM
We feel SUPER lucky to have you at Carta Bella. I've been a HUGE fan for a long time. Your collection turned out LOVELY, and I'm so happy to see it in print.
Posted by: echo park paper | June 18, 2013 at 07:33 AM
Congrats! Love the colours you have chosen ♥♥
Posted by: Maria Therese | June 18, 2013 at 08:05 AM
This looks amazing! Fabulous colors and patterns! Something new and fresh, instead of the repitive look so many lines are having these days! Can't wait to get this and get creating with it! Huge congrats...I think you knocked it out of the park! Be proud, girl, you definitely are worthy! :)
Posted by: Amanda J | June 18, 2013 at 08:06 AM
This is such an amazing line! I'm so happy for you!! I can't wait till it's available :)
Posted by: Angie Gutshall | June 18, 2013 at 08:41 AM
OoO I'm loving this! That chevron pinky paper looks to be my favorite! How exciting :)
Posted by: Christine | June 18, 2013 at 09:04 AM
Oh my!!!! Love this collection it looks awesome. Congratulations and you so deserve it. PS loving the scrapstastic Ormolu products :-) Steph.
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawn9jbT73YXj67djh0evju1EDVd36vKQCyA | June 18, 2013 at 09:23 AM
amazing amazing amazing! congrats!!
Posted by: Jennie M | June 18, 2013 at 09:39 AM
This is GORGEOUS! I can't WAIT to use it! It really is a fantastic collection!
Posted by: Jingle | June 18, 2013 at 09:52 AM
I am old enough to be your mother. I LOVE this collection. I have never bought a whole collection before, but wanted you to know you did an awesome job. It is beautiful and will speak to many who love paper. I am looking forward to purchasing it. YOU DID GOOD!
Posted by: Debbie | June 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM
Congratulations Kaitlin!! What a gorgeous set! Love the colors and the designs are perfect! So happy for you!! I look forward to its release :)
Posted by: Andrea Good | June 18, 2013 at 11:28 AM
Love it! It's beautiful! Congratulations on this new venture!
Posted by: MichelleB | June 18, 2013 at 12:34 PM
Oh, this collection looks amazing! How exciting. I love the colours and the patterns! Can't wait to see those papers in full size!!
Posted by: Ashley Calder | June 18, 2013 at 01:18 PM