Hey everyone,

I know the comments on updates can get a bit confusing, so I wanted to answer the most common questions here in one place and share where things currently stand.

Right now, I am working toward finalizing the remaining costs needed to complete final printing and shipping, while continuing to fulfill what I can from home.

1. UK Fulfillment Help
I’m incredibly grateful for the offers to help with UK fulfillment. I do want to be transparent that fulfillment is a very large job that requires a lot of space, time, and coordination. The last deck I fulfilled myself (Animal) took about two full weeks of daily work. While UK quantities would be smaller, it’s still something I need to carefully evaluate before committing.

Originally, Trish was planning to handle UK fulfillment, but she is no longer involved with the project, so I’m currently reassessing how best to handle UK shipping.

2. Why other campaigns have been successful
Our campaigns were run before the major rise in production and shipping costs. Many campaigns after that either increased pricing or passed those costs into shipping. We fell in between those shifts, which has made completing production much more challenging.

3. Multiple fulfillment centers
Managing multiple fulfillment centers such as China and the UK isn’t something I can realistically take on right now. I am personally fulfilling orders within the US, and adding international fulfillment centers would significantly increase the workload. As a one-person operation, I have to be mindful of what I can sustainably handle.

4. Add-ons shipping option
If you’d like your add-ons shipped sooner within the US, you’re welcome to email me at [email protected] and I can arrange that. I do want to be transparent that I’m only able to ship these in small batches as Etsy sales come in. Right now, the business is not yet covering its operating expenses, so I have to pace outgoing shipments carefully. As sales pick up, I’ll be able to send more consistently.

5. Printing limitations
We are committed to our current printer, as a significant portion of the project has already been paid. The remaining balance includes final printing and shipping. Moving production to a different printer would significantly increase costs and isn’t a viable option. Once the remaining balance is secured, production will be able to move forward.

6. Digital versions
I will be creating web-quality versions of the deck and guidebook that I can share via Dropbox. Due to contract restrictions, I’m not able to provide print-ready files, but I will make sure you have something accessible to view.

7. Additional charges
I will not be asking backers for additional money. I am committed to finding a way to complete and deliver this project without putting that burden on you.

8. Updates across platforms
I will be updating both BackerKit and Kickstarter backers moving forward. I held off on posting until I had a clear plan in place, rather than sharing updates without meaningful progress. With a path now set for completing Anniversary, I’ll be outlining next steps for Nautical as well.

I also want to acknowledge the reality of what’s happened behind the scenes.

Since starting production in China, there have been multiple unexpected challenges, including losing a deposit to a previous company that disappeared. It has been a series of setbacks that I’ve had to navigate on my own.

At the same time, I’m now fulfilling Etsy orders myself to reduce costs, which helps financially but also limits my available time.

That said, finishing this project is my top priority.

• Finalize exactly how much funding is still needed to complete production and delivery
 • Research global shipping warehouse options to find the most cost-effective way to ship internationally
 • Create and share digital versions of the deck and book via Dropbox
 • Continue reducing overhead including subscriptions, ads, and storage while rebuilding funds through Etsy sales

I am committed to covering shipping costs without asking you to pay more.

I know there have been many delays, and I completely understand the frustration. I’ve fulfilled many projects over the past decade, which is why this situation has been especially difficult for me. I take a lot of pride in my work, and I’m truly sorry for how this has unfolded.

But I’m not giving up. I will see this through.

Thank you for your patience, your support, and your kindness. It truly means more than I can express.

Please also understand that I may not be able to respond to every comment right away. I’m doing my best to balance everything as one person.

Thank you for being here with me. 

— Kayti