Updated: May 2020
In order to make sure that we are totally legit, let’s cover a few legal bases…
WHO + WHAT
Created in 2010, A Design Story is a blog that features interior design ideas, fashion finds, adventures of mommyhood, diy projects, style tips, lifestyle advice & chic inspiration in a journal style setting. Although I took a break from 2014-2020 to start our family, I am back and ready to share my passions with the world! I like to think of my blog as a virtual sketchbook; a place for me to share & showcase my designs, projects inspiration, our own home’s happenings, hopes, dreams thoughts, ideas for kiddos, fashion finds, diy and craft projects, recipes, thrifting hunts and so much more! A Design Story is so much more than a blog to me, it’s turned into a place that I love.
COOKIES + Ads
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By using this Site, you consent to the use of such cookies and the sharing of data captured by such cookies with SheMedia, Google, and our other third party partners.
For European Economic Area Residents
If you reside in a country in the European Economic Area (EEA), then under the GDPR and applicable data protection laws you have the rights, among other things, to access your personal data, have us erase it, and/or restrict its further processing. If you wish to access or delete your personal data (if any) maintained by us or any advertising partnerships on the Site, you can contact me at lindsay@adesignstory.com. If you wish to see a list of the advertising partners that I currently work with or change which of those partners track your behavior using cookies, click the ad preferences link at the bottom of the site. (Available in the EU.)
OUR CORNER OF THE INTERNET
I have worked hard and had 4 website design rehabs here at A Design Story. I finally have a site that I am totally smitten with. This website has been designed by both A Design Story and our website guru Clikwiz. The copying or mimicking of our design, content, graphics, logo or is prohibited.
FREEBIES + SCORES + GIVEAWAYS
A Design Story works and partners with brands from time to time on blog and social media endeavors. I am all about keeping it real, so when I am working with a brand for a specific reason, I will share it on the bottom of the blog post. I only work with brands and products we love and believe in. Occasionally I am asked to try out a new product to review, we will only take on the opportunities that fit the ADS brand. Again, I share those disclaimers at the bottom of those posts.
Gracious Giveaways happen from time to time on the blog. Brands contact me to give away items we select as a thank you to my beloved readers. I use Rafflecopter as the giveaway host to make it easy. I notify the winner(s) once the giveaway has ended via email. I usually give the winner(s) about 3 days to reply. If they do not reply, I ask Rafflecopter to reselect another winner. Any issue having to do with the prize will be taken up with the brand by me to alleviate stress to any of my readers. If you are a brand that’s interested in sponsoring a giveaway, click here.
SPONSORS + AFFILIATES
A Design Story Sponsors + Affiliates chill out on the sidebar of the blog under the “Sponsors”. The brands and companies that hang out here pay a monthly rate to be located on the sidebar. Taking on sponsors is how I am able to post so frequently and make this little blog a full time job. We receive a small commission from affiliate links on social media and the blog. For more information on how to become a sponsor, email me at lindsay@adesignstory.com.
POLICY DETAILS
WRITTEN: A Design Story, LLC. is written and fashioned exclusively by me (Lindsay Milner) who loves all things stylish and creative. I adore inspiring and helping others transform their spaces into places they love while sharing my sweet adventures in mommyhood.
PROJECTS: I conjure up many home improvement and craft ideas. Be extra careful while doing any project we suggest and do further research if need be. Please note that A Design Story, LLC. is not responsible for the safety of any of my readers or clients. I showcase products and tips that worked for our projects, but they may not always work for yours.
PHOTOGRAPHS: All photographs that are not taken by A Design Story, LLC. are always credited and linked to their sources while any photos not credited to an outside source have been taken by A Design Story, LLC. and are the property of thereof. We enjoy sharing our work, photos or content as long as they are all credited and linked back to our enchanting site. Any content that is copied or mimicked and not credited to A Design Story, LLC. is plagiarism and will be treated as such! Please visit the Creative Commons License to see how this works. A Design Story, LLC. reserves the right to replace, remove, or change any images or content at any time, without any notice.
COMMENTS: I love your comments… but note they are held in moderation and may not appear as soon as you submit them. Let’s play nice. Please refrain from any inappropriate, degrading or offensive talk.
YOUR DEETS: Your business is your business! Rest assured, all information gathered by A Design Story, LLC. remains private and will never be sold or shared with any outside sources. I do however; keep your information on file for our own marketing purposes and giveaways. We’re committed to keeping your private data just that– private. While I do collect some statistics for the site (like traffic), no information collected links that data to you personally.
GIVEAWAY POLICY: Are you a reader interested in the giveaway rules and regs? Click here.
WELCOME
I want to welcome you to A Design Story, LLC. I would like to thank you for visiting my site. I greatly appreciate you as a continual reader and client. You all are the reason I get up everyday and write this little blog!
