The first full year of the Bella Blvd Design Team contracts has officially "expired." I must admit I've been emotional about this door closing for a month or so now. This was the first official team formed by Bella Blvd after 3 years of business--and it's already complete.
Life has been moving so quickly, literally, that I haven't had the opportunity to reflect on it. I have written a farewell to the girls (as a whole) that you can find over at the Bella Blog today, but here I wanted to say just a little snippet to each of them individually, as this they were members of a very special group for me: the first ever official Design Team with my company....
I've had the opportunity over the past year to meet several of you in person---what a blessing and something so great that I will always remember the actual face with the beautiful artwork!
Kim, I looked forward to your multi-photo layouts & found myself creating sketches from them.
Lory, What a doll & beautiful person you are. I love the mixing and matching you do, especially with old Bella & new Bella.
Alice, I can spot one of your stamped, ribbon-with-a-bow cards from anywhere! They are truly a work of art!
Nancy, I always amazed at the amount of product you display on a layout w/out over doing it & still managing to keep the focus on your photographs. What a talent!
Jennifer, You have come a long way with your designing. Your alterred projects are layered, unique and so inspiring!
Marie, I'm always amazed at what you can do with paper and creativity. I have seen so many handmade & one of a kind projects sprout from that creative soul!
Julie, What a gem you are?! Love the linear layouts & awesome mini albums. So happy I discovered your talents---you are too humble :)
Megan, You are a layout designer after my own heart. Your lettering and piecing techniques are that of a photographer & designer. I always look forward to seeing your Free For All Wednesday projects!
Kathy, Your cards astound me--I want to hoard them and keep them all for myself.
Vivian, You have such a sense of design. I always looked forward to your classy & sophsticated style.
Gretchen, I often find myself anticipating what clever sentiment/saying you will pair with my latest designs and characters on your cards! You are so creative!
Deanna, Your cards are so colorful and beautiful. Love the use of space and product each & every time!
Sue, You have such an eye for color, color, color. I am always amazed & all your layers.
Kimberly, Your photography has impressed me as the highlight of your layouts. You are so talented & beautiful!
Suzanne, You're such a ball of beauty! I want to hang & display each & every one of your alterred projects in my scraproom or office, even if they have photos of people I don't know :) lol.
Brooke, Your layouts simply make me happy. I smile when I see your work, your photos. You and Bella are a seamless fit!
Melissa, Wow-what an awesome designer! You have such a way with negative space and lettering. I hope someday you can teach me how to sew so beautifully on my layouts!
Becky, The way you use my products is so beautiful. I look forward to attachments with your name attached to them. I want to be you when I grow up ;)
And of course, Miss Laura Vegas, how could I live without you? Your timeless style never ceases to amaze me. With such a short amount of time you can turn on your creativity and product "happiness." So many of my wonderful moments have come from opening emails from you, packages from you and hearing your thoughts as our DT has come together and excelled all with your leadership, talent and communication. I know I have found the right peice of the puzzle and wish you were closer to Wisconsin---however, California will do becuase you are AMAZING at communication and always find a way to make me chuckle out loud, even if through cyber space. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication, and most importantly for your passion to see Bella Blvd grow, succeed and excel! You are amazing.
I am sad to say goodbye but know that this is not the last time I will see or hear from these girls located throughout the entire world. I wish you all the best of luck within the industry -- and hope that all your creative desires come to life! Thank you so much for being a part of my team, you are forever a member of the Bella Blvd family.
Wow! What an amazing thank you. It means so much to each and every one of us! You are the best Stephanie!
Posted by: meganklauer | 10/01/2012 at 08:38 AM
Thanks Stephanie for the warm and thoughtful send off. I have truly loved being part of Bella Blvd and will always cherish the memories.
Posted by: Alice Carman | 09/30/2012 at 02:28 PM
Such a sweet and beautiful tribute to your team!!!!
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | 09/30/2012 at 06:35 AM
Ok ok a big breath because I'm crying!!! It's really hard to me can write how I feel now! I am really thankful for this experience that made me feel good when I felt sad. Thank you for the the love, the friendship, the warm you gave me along all this year!!
Thank you from the deep of my heart for everything you have done for me!
This was the most beautiful experience I made and I'll never forget and I really want to keep to work for Bella and help Bella to grow up
Stephanie for me you are a friend and to meet you in person was amazing! You are so sweet and you will have always a big place in my heart please let's keep in touch!!! Please don't forget me! This is why I am crazy for scrapbooking because it allowed me to meet new friends all over the world that have a big place in my heart! It's not only paper and goods it's life, it's a big huge experience that fills your heart and make you feel another person!
Please I want to know everything about your wedding and I ll keep to use Bella amazing products always!!! Love you so much Stephanie and ill never forget the amazing experience that was to meet you in person! Ok I have to stop to write :( crying sooo sad:(
Posted by: Lory | 09/30/2012 at 05:57 AM