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If you are planning to have a custom WordPress blog design like me, you should consider Sahil Lavingia from the Pixel Jig. I have heard very positive comments about him in the blogosphere.

What is Pixel Jig?

It’s purpose is to serve as Sahil’s creative outlet, a digital portfolio for future clients, as well as being something he can show people and be proud of.

It’s not the most corporate web design studio in the world maybe, but Sahil really does not think it needs to be. Sahil is not trying to work for and fill his portfolio with big names. He is here to provide fellow web developers and small-business entrepreneurs (like me!) with a great affordable way to increase their online presence. Sahil makes a living by doing what he loves.

Who is Sahil Lavingia?

He is one of the first class WordPress designers I will be willing to work in the future.

Sahil Lavingia is a web designer, proud and inventive entrepreneur, innovator, computer fanatic, and an all-around nice guy. He’s life’s student, a soon-to-be blogger and an extremely hard ethical worker. He likes dogs, video games, tennis and the occasional productive hardware. Not to mention, he LOVES his computer, his huge 24-inch screen, his software + Mac OS X, and just the tad bit of designing. He was a creative student, has now turned into an aspiring company-owner, and hopes to one day be rich, famous, and -most importantly- have fun getting there.

Stuff Sahil has Done for People Like Me

PubGamer (the design has been modified from my original) is an Australian gaming community focused on providing a fun environment for adult gamers. Seeking a heavy revamp to attract new members and increase revenue, Sahil was hired to give them a complete overhaul.

Mac OS X Hints is a new and upcoming mac blog that provides hints, tips, and tricks to non-techy users. Sahil created the design, and may develop this in the near future.

iCal Galore is an upcoming resource that aims to provide users with nifty useful iCalenders for use with the iCal application that comes default with the Mac OS X operating system. Sahil handled the design, coding, and complete development of the site.

Listenup is a website that brings high quality music tracks to the user using a beautifully simple, interactive interface. Sahil developed this website to allow users to experience a song or track before buying it, allowing for more well-informed purchases.

MacBook Wallpapers is a wallpaper resource site that provides 1280px*800px size desktop backgrounds for use with the Macbook computer line, and 1440px*900px size desktop backgrounds for use with the MacBook Pro computer line. Sahil designed and is developing the site.

The Dream Art is a graphic/web design forum that provides a laidback atmosphere for young, aspiring designers and coders to both chat casually and seek/gain clients. Sahil was hired by Michael Dunlop (from RetireAt21) to code his design for use with the newly-launched forum.Pricing

Sahil offers affordable prices for first class WordPress blog designs. This month’s special:

1. A full custom WordPress theme designed from scratch for you.
2. Complete theme code and a widgetized sidebar to get you running in the least amount of time.
3. Theme support for 30 days.

All are for $499. This is the list price. Sahil is open to negotiations. He may offer you a lower price If he believes in your project. He does not put money on the first place. How do I know? I have already negotiated with him. He accepts payments with credit cards through PayPal also.

Conclusion

There are a lot of people introducing themselves as freelance WordPress designers. Some of them are just playing with the premium WordPress themes and selling it to you as a custom blog design. Just be careful and do not let them cheat you. Work with a young and talented guy like Sahil which will deliver a unique blog for you with an affordable price.