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!
Would love this as I'm working on "styling" our coffee table :)
I want one, I want one! My new husband and I have been house-sitting for a friend for a few months and are finally moving moving into a new apartment soon. I've been positively ITCHING to get going on decorating our new place, but we're not going to have tons of money to blow either. I hope this book would give me some awesome ideas!
I would love to get a copy of this book!
Yes please, we have moved to a larger house and I'm paralyzed trying to figure out how to furnish an entirely empty living room. This book would be immensely helpful!
I love their blog….and yours of course! Great giveaway.
It's so awesome to see a mother and daughter working together! Would love to read their new book and be inspired!
My sister just told me about this book! I'd love to have it!
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I love their blog….and yours of course! Great giveaway.
Sounds like a great book!
Would love a copy to copy!
Wow the book looks super helpful! I plan on checking it out either way!
I've been wanting this book! Fingers crossed…
would love a copy
This duo has fabulous taste!
I would love this book! I read their blog daily!!
I have been looking at this book for a while. I defintely need to start reading before I buy any more furniture for my new house.
What a fabulous giveaway! I'm moving internationally from a furnished 1 bedroom to an unfurnished 2 bedroom! Even if I don't win, it's totally on my wishlist now :)
I would love one!
We're building a house. It's almost finished. This book would be such a help as I'd like to acquire fewer pieces that are timeless to build a solid foundation.
They have such a good blog! I bet the book
is even better.
We're building a new home, and it's almost finished. I'd love to have this book for guidance.
My mom would love this as a birthday gift! Great pics.
holy moly comments! Would love a copy of this book – these ladies are great!
I haven't added to my design library in a while, but this one has been on my "to buy" list. Hope I get lucky!
I know what I consider as foundation pieces in a home; would love to know what others think, so count me in please on the possible freebie.
Oh my gosh this is the second time I'm hearing about this book in the last couple of weeks. I'm pretty sure I've added it to my christmas list already but I'd love to get it early. I sure hope I win. I can't wait to snuggle up by the fire and take it all in.
I would be thrilled to win a copy of such a great book! Thanks for the chance!
I know what I consider foundation pieces, but would love to know what others think, since I can be impractical. Count me in please on the possible freebie!
Just bought a house this summer. this book is perfect
Love their website and can't wait to see the book!
It sounds terrific – please throw my name (number?) into the hat!
I finally have the time to focus more on the house (the kids are older), and this books sounds like a great place to start.
would love to own a copy!
I'd love this!
Yes please! I would love a copy of the book!
seems like a great book! would love to add it to my collection
Would love to have this book!!
Sounds like a GREAT BOOK!I would love to win it!
Did I win?!?
Just starting my own collection, and really trying to focus on nice quality pieces as cornerstones of the design.
I would really enjoy this book.
Thanks!
I would looove the book!
Count me in!
I would love to win a copy. Thanks for the giveaway.
I just graduated with my BA and am looking to update my furniture with some new pieces (as opposed to the $50 couch I bought on Craigslist!). I would love a place to start — plus I LOVE their blog. <3
This book sounds like exactly what I need! My husband is clerking this year and we're trying to make a move next year. Most of our furniture is not long-distance move worthy (some is held together by wood glue!) and our bought-off-craigslist-in-2007 couches are dark and saggy. I am so ready for something light, bright, and comfortable! I don't have grand ambitions for expensive furniture (I have a long IKEA wishlist going), but I can't wait to start over with a lighter palette!
I would love to get a copy! :O
I am starting my home this spring, I need all the tips I can get!
I would love a copy! We're still in the process of demoing, but that doesn't stop me from thinking about how it's going to look "done"!
I'd love a copy!
love it need it!! kategriffith@yahoo.com