hi, friends!
I’m Jill, the designer and owner behind Jula Paper.
Like you, I wear many hats, and being a wife and mom are at the very top of that list. I’m so thankful that this “job” allows me to do something I love, while still having the flexibility to be there for my people when I need to be.
I'm a self-taught designer, who has always had a passion for paper.
I was the girl always doodling in her notebooks was fascinated with stationery stores, notepads and my mini-filofax. Now, twenty-some-odd years later, I feel pretty darn lucky to design for some incredible small businesses and families, and get to look at pretty paper every day.
A Few of My Favorite Things
coffee is my love language
i take way too many pictures
i’m an introvert at heart
I was born to be a #boymom
fresh flowers + plants make me happy
i always read the book first
i’m a rule-follower + token virgo
I will always own a paper planner
fall will always be my favorite
The Meaning Behind Jula
Almost everyone assumes that Jula is my real name, and honestly, I can see why. But, it’s really Jillian. If you know me in real life, you likely call me Jill. Jula just happens to be a made-up name with a special story behind it.
Years ago, this business started under a different name, but after my children were born, I felt I had outgrown it. Looking to name my business after something meaningful, I didn’t have to look much further than my family. With one letter for each of my boys, and a “U” for US - meaning me and my husband -
Jula Paper Co was born.
While you likely wont find many photos of my family here, know that they’re the motivation behind everything I do, and reason I get to follow my dreams.