Thrifty Decor Chick: 1998

Friday, October 23, 1998

This is me, Thrifty Decor Chick...

Hello! My name is Sarah.

I love decorating on the cheap.

I love Goodwill and thrift stores.

I love molding and the amazing difference it makes in any home.

I love being creative.

I love saying "lurve" and "caaaute" any chance I get.

I love copying a $200 piece and making my own, but better, for less than $20.

I love NYC so much we got married there.

I love painting walls, furniture, the cat -- if it makes the cat look better.

I love NKOTB.

I love God for this life I lead.

I love you all for reading my goofiness.

And most of all, I love my husband and children, for their complete support, love and understanding (especially when it comes to NKOTB).

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I started this blog because I believe anyone and everyone should have a home they love, even though they may not have much to spend on it. You can have a lovely home for little money. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

Creative has always been in my blood -- my family is full of artistic talents, builders and writers. I first dreamed of being an interior designer when I was 13 years old. That was after my teacher stage and before my decision to follow a career in writing. :)

My degrees are in journalism and public relations, and I enjoyed a ten year career in this field. Along the way, I loved decorating our home and helping friends with theirs. When I had our son a few years ago, looking at him woke something in me. He made me want to follow my dreams.

So that I did. My wonderful hubby supported me when I decided to quit my full time job and pursue my dream of interior decorating. I started working with a local design firm -- first as the owner's assistant, then as a decorator.

I loved that work -- it woke my creative juices even more and I love helping people make their homes more beautiful. But as this blog grew and grew, I knew my heart was here. Since mid-2009 I have focused completely on Thrifty Decor Chick and have thoroughly enjoyed it. It is has been a blessing -- this blog, the people I have met because of it, and the inspiration I get from my readers.

I hope you enjoy your time here and come back often!

Thursday, October 22, 1998

I love to hear from my readers! If you have any questions about projects I have done, please check out my FAQs tab first. If I have not answered your question there, ask away!

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I appreciate hearing from all of you. Your sweet e-mails make my day and make me smile. Thanks for taking the time to contact me.

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Wednesday, October 21, 1998

Thrifty Decor Chick was created in May of 2008, and in the fall of that year, started to take off and become more and more popular. Since then, the site has received approximately 1.5 million hits.

TDC gets an average of 9,500 hits a day, and last month's total hits was approximately 280,000. This number grows monthly. If you would like more information on the specific analytics, please e-mail me at thriftydecorchick@gmail.com.

TDC has been featured on a number of sites, including Foxnews.com, Examiner.com and various web sites blogs. You can check out in my "Featured" tab at the top of my site to see them all.

I offer advertising for businesses that would be of interest to my readers. This includes any product or service related to DIY home projects and home decor, similar to those I feature here. Also, I love to feature fun items like jewelry, photography and gifts. My advertising rate is $50 per month, for a prominently placed, 125px by 125px ad.

I also offer a giveaway post, where I will highlight your items and encourage readers to visit your site. Please e-mail me for pricing. This option will bring hundreds of visitors to your web page. I typically run these giveaways on a weekend, so your products will receive prominent space on my site for at least two days, if not more.

For examples of this type of post, click here or here.

I hope to partner with you soon!

Tuesday, October 20, 1998

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Houzz Interview: Sarah's Thrifty Decor Chick

Monday, October 19, 1998

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Saturday, October 17, 1998

Do you have a space that drives you crazy? Can't figure out what to do with it? I'd be happy to help!

I offer e-mail decorating consultations to those who need help with spaces in their homes. All I need from you are pictures of your room (approximately five to six is sufficient), any questions you have and the things you like and dislike about the room.

I will respond with a list of ideas concerning furniture placement, wall art, accessories, fabric ideas, paint suggestions, reusing what you already have.

This consult is $30 and as of November 1, 2009, I will only take eight consults per month. (I will post my availability on this tab every month.) I take approximately two weeks to respond with your consultation.

You can see an example of how one of my reader's transformed her space after a consult here.

November list:

(I am FULL for November!)

K. Mc (done)

D. Sh (done)

T. Wi (done)

V. Or

Jackie

B. Bo

K. Ve (done)

**I am not taking consult for the month of December. I will start up again in January -- if you are interested, please email me. The slots will be filled first come, first served when I am ready, and I will contact everyone interested in late December to get the list started.