Tamara’s Thrifty apartment
Welcome! So glad you are here.
Hi, I’m Tamara. I’m a Thrifter, DIYer, Gardener, Wife, and Mom of two girls. I was born in Jamaica, raised in New York, and now living in California.
How I got Started
My love and passion for thrifting and DIY projects all started when my husband and I bought our first home in 2018 in Oakland, California – a year after we got married.
At the time, the home needed a full gut renovation, so we decided to not only renovate but also add an additional dwelling unit (ADU) / in-law suite. This required getting plans drawn up by an architect and approved by the City of Oakland.
Due to the hefty overall cost, we made the decision to do some of the work ourselves – from installing luxury vinyl plank floors to kitchen cabinets and painting.
We then decided to rent out a portion of our home as a vacation rental on Airbnb. Considering our very limited budget, we were able to able to furnish the space, on a small budget thanks to thrifting. Yes, we thrifted every peice that went into the space.
Having now renovated and styled five (5) homes later across three different states, I have found my passion for DIYing and thrifting, and I want to share that journey with you.
I am self-taught, but my journey has allowed me to pick up many useful tricks, tips, and lessons (some very hard ones) that I am excited to share.
About the Thrifty Apartment
My goal is to provide informative content to help you DIY your own projects and crafts, tips and tricks for thrifting, cleaning, and organizing, and other exciting ways to save money and decorate your home.
I am a bargain hunter, always finding the best deals and negotiating for the best prices on home décor and other home improvement needs. I regularly visit local thrift shops, Target, Ross – Dress for Less, and dollar stores, hunting for amazing deals.
I want to inspire anyone looking to create a unique space – so let The Thrifty Apartment help you design your dream home with thrifty know-how!
Check out my Home Tours & Design for inspiration.
I am a freelance syndicated writer for MSN and the Associated Press Wire.
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Work With Us
If you want to collaborate with me, connect with me through the Contact Us page or email [email protected].
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