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!
I would love to own a copy!
YES!!! I would love a copy of this wonderful book!
YES!!! I would love a copy of this wonderful book!
Sounds great — I love design & decor but often feel overwhelmed by it all!
Always good to have advice about where to invest.
i'd love a copy =)
Sounds like a great book! I am just about to move into a new condo and am searching for design ideas!
Pick me, pick me!
I've recently moved from my first "big girl job" to my first "big-girl-job-that-kinda-pays" and could use some hints before I start acquiring my investment pieces.
Pick me!
I've just moved from my first "big-girl-job" to my "first-big-girl-job-that-kinda-pays." I'd love a little advice as I start looking for investment pieces!
This would be so perfect for me right now.
I can always use advice from ladies that know best!
taylorczech@gmail.com
Love their work!
How generous…thanks!
I love a good formula!
Such a great giveaway! Would be uber-helpful in fixing up my little home!
I should get a copy either way. Thanks for the reminder.
I wasn't familiar with the McGrath's but from the looks of them and the photos on your post, would love to take a page out of their book!
That is interesting to know about their backgrounds…thanks for sharing!
I'd love a copy. Love your blog.
I'd love a copy! Your blog is awesome.
I would love a copy of that book. I like the loveseat at the end of the canopy bed.
It sounds great, thanks!
I would love to have a copy! Those interiors look awesome.
Wooooo!!!
Woooo!!!
We just moved and would love a copy!
We just moved and would love a copy!
OOh! I too would love a copy to help me get started on our first home!
OOh! I too would love a copy to help me get started on our first home!
Looks like a beautiful book – would love to win a copy! Thanks for the opportunity.
Would love the advice offered in this book. BTW, your blog is amazing. My only "must-read" of every day. It's been a joy to watch your business change and grow over the years. :)
I have been following them for ages! I would love to win this book!
yay!! The book sounds good:)
Oops, didn't leave my name:)
What a great giveaway!
BebettCruz at Yahoo dot Com
I would love a copy! Thank you xoxo
julia@haramakilove.com
I would love a copy. Thanks for the giveaway.
i'm looking to redecorate and would love some inspiration!
I'd love a copy of this book, our apartment is in need of some transformation!
I would love a copy – I love their blog!
Cheers
Crossing my fingers I get a copy!
Crossing my fingers I get a copy!
what a great book!
Im crossing my fingers!
WoW over 12oo people are celebrating for this book contest…. hopefully all those not in the winner's circle will go out and pick up a copy!
Best of luck to all…Stacie L.
What a great giveaway!! Can't wait to read it!
This book is on my "must get" list, but it would be great to win it instead! Thanks.
I've been wanting to decorate my bedroom. This book will definetely help!
Oh, what the heck- I'd love a copy!! Also- I've been loving following your renovation- Can't wait to see whats to come!
I would LOVE a copy!
I would love a copy for my new apartment!