ABOUT US

In today’s struggling economy, small businesses need every tool available in order to succeed. The general population has become more and more computer literate, expecting information on any business or subject to be easily accessible on the internet.

That’s why it’s important to establish a web presence, even if it’s one simple page describing what your business is all about, including important contact information.

ThimbleCity.com was launched as a web design company that provides low cost, low maintenance websites to small businesses and people who don’t want the hassle of registering a domain, or paying monthly hosting fees.

We are centrally located in Freeland, MI, and run by owner, Lori Villarreal, who has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. More than 12 of those years is in website development. Her background includes a degree in computer programming, experience in database development, graphics and document design, creative and technical writing, email marketing, and desktop publishing.

Most recently, Lori launched a new company called Cookietopia, LLC. She sells homemade cookies online and at The Country Sampler Store on State Street (Green Acres Plaza) in Saginaw, MI. She's also been writing and reporting for our local weekly newspaper, The Township Times for the last 2 years. Her articles and photos can be viewed on her author's website.

“Being a small business owner myself, I understand the pitfalls of having a budget that doesn’t allow for expensive advertising,” said Ms. Villarreal. “Having a web page is an important factor, and once you have a web address, it can be used in all forms of advertising. It makes you more accessible to current and potential customers.”

There are 3 basic types of $99 web pages offered by ThimbleCity.com: Business, Gallery, and Newsletter, that would work well for churches, special interest organizations, a business such as a day care center, lawn maintenance, a MLM business, or if you’re a photographer or artist. All you need to do is decide which one best fits your needs, and then provide written information about your company, along with logos and images.

It’s really that simple.

Many times, after consulting with a potential client, it becomes apparent their needs require a more custom design, or those needs go beyond a one-page website. In that case, Ms. Villarreal works with the client to come up with a reasonable quote, tailored to their unique vision.