I met up with Lauren and Suzanne McGrath for lunch a couple months ago. I had some questions about the book-writing process and they were amazingly sweet and generous with their time and advice. And can I tell you how blown away I am with the credentials and collective talent of this mother-daughter duo? Suzanne worked with Martha Stewart for years and Lauren (who is always putting together the most gorgeous outfits – such a great eye on her!) worked at Teen Vogue. They know their stuff and I am so happy to call them friends.
If you’ve not ordered their book Good Bones, Great Pieces yet, you’re missing out on one of the best design books out there. It is informative (I learned a lot from their stories and suggestions), and the photos are crazy-good. They shot a lot of their own work, but also used some designer friend’s work (hello, Miles Redd apartment!) to round out the images.
The premise of the book is that if you’re starting new or redesigning your home, you can make things easy on yourself by focusing on seven foundational pieces of furniture. Each chapter breaks down one of those foundational elements and teaches you about different styles and makes suggestions. It’s a genius concept really, and I love the pieces Suzanne and Lauren suggest.
Today I’m giving away FIVE copies of the Good Bones, Great Pieces book! Just leave a comment here to enter. But don’t fret if your name is not drawn, the book is super affordable (I’ve been giving it as gifts!).
Contest closes Sunday, September 16 at midnight. Winners names will be chosen at random and winners will be emailed. Good luck!
Congrats to the winners who were emailed this week. Thank you all for entering!
Oh! I would love to win a copy of this book. Normally I like to check out design books from the library first to see if they are something I want to own, but unfortunately my library system doesn't have this one yet, so I suggested it to their buyer. But winning a copy would be so much better!
yes, please. i'd love a copy
yes, please. i'd love a copy.
I've been hearing about this book a lot lately and would love to have a copy!
I borrowed a copy from the the library and cannot part with it! It's now at least two weeks overdue. I'd love a copy of my own so I have an excuse to return this one!
I'd love a copy! Filling up a new home and much in need of advice :)
I'd love a copy! Filling our new home and in much need of advice :)
I recently said goodbye to big Victorian farmhouse in the Northeast where I lived for 41 years. Had a huge 2-day yard sale and took the rest to auction. So aside from a few things I loved too much to part with, I'm starting from scratch in a little Southern coastal cottage at least an hour from the nearest bookstore! What was I thinking?? Would love a copy of "Good Bones, Great Pieces" for much needed inspiration.
My husband and I are just starting to get some "real" furniture and style into our home. Would love a copy of the book!
Addicted to design books. Especially ones with tips!!!!
cbirchler@sbcglobal.net
I need this. We are medical students and I don't want to buy junky pieces just because we are poor haha!
I love reading your blog and it is so much fun watching you move into your new space! I wake up every morning and check into your blog first thing to see what's new and can't wait to see your big reveal. I find your work inspiring because you get a lot of impact out of relatively easy projects, and it makes me braver when approaching my own space. Thanks for sharing your creative life.
Jay
I'd love to win this!
Nifty! Sounds like a book I could really sink my teeth into so to speak. :)
Love you blog and would LOVE a copy of this book!
What a fantastic giveaway. Thank you! I used to follow their blog but then it seemed to have stopped. I'm so glad to learn that they have a book. What fun to be a mom and daughter designing duo!
I'd love love love a copy! Their style is what I dream about at night.
I'd love love love a copy! Their style is what I dream about at night.
The book looks amazing!
I am forever struggling with how to design my home, and this would be a great resource!
Beautiful pictures. I would love a copy. kiko in dallas at hotmail dot com
Would love a copy!!!
I'm a new regular reader of LGN. I'm so glad to have found you! The book sounds wonderful.
I'd love a copy. Those campaign chests are lovely.
Please, let me win!
We are currently house shopping and having a book like this will help so much! What a great giveaway!
~ jesstreng at gmail dot com
Gorgeous work. I would LOVE to win. Thanks for the chance!
Oh! I'm so excited! I hope its me! :) Thanks!!
I would so adore a copy! Thanks for the giveaway! xo
I've been struggling with finding furniture for the last year. This book is on my wish list and I'd love to win a copy!
I hope I win!
I have never entered to win anything on a blog before! Would love love love a copy!
Meg
What beautiful images, i would love a copy of the book! Thanks!
Amber
I would SO love a copy!
Help — I live in a frat house (hubby + 3 teenage boys). Would love some ideas to bring style back to our home.
Help — I live in a frat house (hubby + 3 teenage boys). Would love some ideas to bring style back to our home.
What a great give-away. I am about to help my sister re-do 2 rooms. More advise will help.
I do feel I have learned quite a bit from your blog, Jenny.
Patty, pjseattle at Hotmail.
such lovely rooms! Sounds like such a fantastic book
Photos are fab! Would love a copy.
Oh my! I'm about to move in with my bf and could use this design book for some much-needed inspiration
Ive head so much about that book, would love to add it to my collection!
I would love a copy. I need to make some changes in my "good bones" house.
I've heard great things about this book. Thanks for the chance to enter!
I heard about this book, on NPR I think, and I've wanted to read it since! Just bought a new house, so the timing would be perfect!
I just read about this book the other day–would love to win a copy!
Awesome! I'd love a copy!
I'm always looking to "refresh" and redesign my apartment! Will definitely look out for this…thanks for the suggestion!
That zebra wallpaper is so cute!
We just moved 3 weeks ago and I NEED that book! Crossing my fingers… :-)
Oh, I would love to have this book! Such a great concept… :)