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!
Ooh.. The book sounds exciting. It sounds like would be a great help focusing on only a few pieces per room, especially since I am hooked to pinterest DIY and can't seem to stop starting new projects!
I could really use this book!!
I would love this book!
I'd love to have this book! I'm so excited to enter!
Just flipped through this book the other day. Looks great! Would love a copy of my own so I could spend more time in it.
sounds like a great book
I'm moving soon! would love a copy!
Looks like a wonderful book to check out!
Ooh, I definitely need this book! First I got too sick to work, then my husband lost his job, and we had to move in with his family…but then their house burned down. Sigh. But now that things are finally looking up for us, and we're actually about to start buying real furniture, we could really use this! Thanks for hosting this giveaway! ^.^
Crossing my fingers!!!!!
Crossing my fingers!!!!!
As I get older, I notice the furniture and other things that end up sticking around my house. Now that I have new digs, I'm on a mission to have quality pieces. Three down, five to go!
We've been purchasing new-to-us quality furniture and refinishing beat-up gems. I'd love to learn from this book!
I would love to win this book, am looking to revamp the flat I rent and will also be buying a house in the near future! Perfect timing for this book :o) x
book looks great, thanks for another give away!
I've always liked their website as well!
I check their website regularly. I'd like a copy!
I'd love a copy!
LOVE your book review! A design library must!
McLovin your blog!!
I've been married for 25 years and I'd like to update our home so this book would be a welcome read! Karen (the5fords@aol.com)
Sounds wonderful, I need a copy :-)
Thanks for the chance to win a copy of this book. Best, Sarah
Thanks for the chance to win a copy of this book. Best, Sarah
I was just about to buy this book in store yesterday! But I try to stear clear of impulse buys. I like to give myself time to think about it so I can be sure that it's something I have to have. Now that you've featured it I will have to have it! Would love to win! Thanks Jenny!
Gorgeous rooms and beautiful photography! I'd love to have a copy!
yes please!thanks for the chance!
Th Good Bones, Great Pieces book sounds fantastic. It would be a great book to own.
I love their style and would love a copy of the book!
Hope I win!!!
This book sounds awesome! :D
Great giveaway! Thanks!
Sounds like a great book! I'd would love to win a copy!
What a wonderful giveaway! My husband and I just bought our first home, so this would be a wonderful resource.
What a wonderful giveaway! My husband and I just bought our first home, so this would be a great resource to have. Thanks!
Would LOVE a copy of this book – have been thinking about buying it for a while. Thanks for the giveaway!
Love following your blog! We just finished remodeling and am slowly slowly decorating the house.
Thanks for the chance at the giveaway! :)
Would love a copy!
I would love a copy…we are FINALLY moving from our cramped 2BR apartment to a spacious 5BR house!
I definitely need some decorating help!
I definitely need some decorating help!
Pick me, pick me!
I'd love a copy of this book!!! Sounds wonderful!
I love their style!
Just retired and am inspired to do some redecorating. Thanks for the blog post and chance to win!
I would love a copy. If I don't win it, I am going to surely go grab one myself :)
I would love a copy. If I don't win it, I am going to surely go grab one myself :)
I love the idea of starting with key pieces as one might do when building a wardrobe.
I would love to win!
Cheers,
PJ
Hi Jenny! I've seen this book all over. It sounds great! Definitely would help in my first apartment. Thanks!
Thanks for the opportunity- looks great!