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February 7, 2011 by Lindsay

Blogiversary I: Time Sure Does Fly

A Design Story turns one this week (insert blowing out the candle effect sound effect here).  And to celebrate, we’re doing a couple of things to mark the incredible year we’ve shared with all of you.

Yep… We are one this week {and I turned the big 27 yesterday}. Time sure does fly when you are having fun!!

First, we’ve lined up a week of blogiversary-themed posts that take a look back at some of our favorite old posts coupled with some new stories, answers to some of your questions, a giveaway and all the behind-the-scenes dirt.  We have a few more surprise posts up our sleeve too! Plus, since we value your opinions, we are going to give you the chance to tell us what your birthday wish is for year 2 of A Design Story {tell us what you want more of, love & more}.

But before we do all that, we wanted to take the time to say “thank you.”  We truly appreciate every single comment, tweet, email and facebook like! We adore our readers and are having a blast with this blog!

It’s been a whirlwind of a year and some of our favorite moments include:

Publishing the First Blog Post

Getting invited to the Nate Berkus Show in NYC

Getting an invitation to Rue Magazines 1st Launch Party in NYC

Getting a personal invite to a luncheon at HGTV in NYC

‘Meeting’ and making fantastic friends through our blog, Twitter & other blogs.

Painting Stripes in our Living Room & Showing You!

Going on a Thrift Store ‘Run’ with my Mom & Sister {& having you come along}

Being a Guest on AOL’s ShelterPop Blog {twice} Here and Here

Actually, there are so many favorite moments and I will keep filling you in all week long! 

After launching my own interior design company, I researched other ways to introduce great design to a broad number of people while also offering design dilemma solutions on the cheap. I came across the idea of blogging and having an e-décor shop and thought it would be the perfect branch off my local design co. This is when A Design Story {.} com took flight and became what it is today. My entire goal is to get those who aren’t familiar with interior design more tips, offer affordable design services {via online} and inspire you to fall in love with all things interior design, while giving you the tools to be able to create beautiful spaces too! 

So… Here’s What You Have to Look Forward to This Week:

– A Giveaway: CLICK HERE.

– You’ve Asked, We’ve Answered

– A Day in the Life Of

– & MORE!!

So again, it can’t be said enough how much I appreciate how great you all have made year 1 of A Design Story.  You all give me motivation to continue pursuing my passion.

P.S. The Sunday Blog Parade will resume next Sunday {It was my Birthday yesterday and I had some fun ‘outside the office’}.

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  1. Anita says

    February 7, 2011 at 8:22 am

    Oh my goodness…1 year aleady!! What an amazing job you have done this past year!! So proud of you…..I know you will have another wonderful and amazing blessed year ahead… Great job and can’t wait to see all that will take place this year!! Bring it on!!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 8, 2011 at 2:27 pm

      Mom~ You rock! Thank you for reading my blog every single day and writing such sweet encouragement to me constantly! I love you and am thankful you believe in me because it means the absolute world! I love being your daughter!

      Reply
  2. Erica Sara says

    February 7, 2011 at 8:38 am

    What an incredible year!!! And you look adorable in that picture- Love it! Wishing you many more years of fabulousity ahead 🙂

    Reply
  3. jennifer b says

    February 7, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    congrats! and I want your shirt! so cute

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 8, 2011 at 2:26 pm

      Jennifer B~
      Thanks girl… Target for the shirt!!

      Reply
  4. Rosie says

    February 7, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    You’ve had a great year. Congratulations!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 8, 2011 at 2:25 pm

      Rosie~

      Thanks so much for being a part of it!

      Reply
  5. nick woodworth says

    February 7, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    What a year is right! I cant believe its been a year already! Everday we as your viewers and me as your sister get our creative cup filled up! I have had a blast watching your ideas come to life! I cant wait for another year of amazing creative ways to make us fall in love with our spaces! I love the dyi projects and i am ready for some shopping expereinces at yardsales.. I hope we laugh utnil one of us pees again!! haha love you and I proud of you! You have done an awesome job and this year is the year!

    Reply
  6. nick woodworth says

    February 7, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    oh ps… you hair is amazing…just saying!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 8, 2011 at 2:24 pm

      Candice,

      You make me laugh! Thank you for the sweet words of encouragement… & I love my hair thank you!

      Reply
  7. candice woodworth says

    February 7, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    Nick was still signed in sorry!! The previous post were from me not him!! i want the credit!

    Reply

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