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 have been dying to get this book but just haven't brought myself to pull the trigger :) Thanks for the great giveaway!
I love design books! Thank you!
Awesome! Thanks! We're saving to buy a home next year, so this book would start me off on the right foot in designing my home. Love your blog, Jenny.
Love their blog too! Always great to see how they accomplish things :)
Looks like a great book!
I would love a copy! Jennie (jenniferkazmierczak@Yahoo.com)
Looks like a great book!
Would love a copy of this. I'm sure it would have some great ideas for re-imagining my living room. :)
Would love a copy. Our bedroom needs help!
My husband and I are putting our house on the market in the Spring so we can build. This would be perfect for us!
Sounds like a wonderful book, I'd love to win it!
Eek, this book is on my amazon wish list – would love a copy!
Would love to win this book!
My sister-in-law and I are both trying to finish our houses; this would be a great resource!
Thanks for the giveaway!
We're moving to a new house soon and I'm hoping to buy new furniture, any advice helps!
would love to win!
would love to win!
How exciting! I love new books.
I follow their blog and have been dying to read the book! Would love to win!
I would absolutely love this!
-Arianna (arianna3@email.arizona.edu)
This would be perfect! I would love to win a copy.
I would love this!
This would be perfect! I would love to win a copy.
awesome! love their blog and sure i would love the book too!
I saw these two in a magazine a while ago and loved the article. I just got married and my husband and I are starting our first home together. This book looks like it would be super helpful!
How lovely. Wonderful!! xo
Would love to own a copy. Thanks for sharing :)
Oh, I would love a copy. The photos are beautiful!!
I'd love to win a copy! I love their style!
Please oh please fingers crossed! Been itching to get into my own place and would love to have some advice to start preparing!
I need that book..really
I have heard great things about this book!
I've been stalking this book on amazon wondering if it was good. I would love to win a copy hearing your review!
Awesome giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity!
xoxo, Emily
http://www.mainstreetchic.blogspot.com
emily.danelle.davis@gmail.com
A committed follower of GBGP, I would adore a copy!!!
Would love this! Just moved into a house after years of student apartments!
This looks like a fantastic book!
Looks fun!
My daughter and I would love this book. She has a new house furnished with hand-me-downs, and I am at a stage in my life where I am able to purchase quality furniture that I love.
This book is on my Amazon Wishlist – I would love to have a copy!
I would love a copy!
I would make such great use of this book! I'm just moving to a new 'grown up' place, and really want to make some lasting investments!
I would love to get a copy of their book!
I would love to have a copy!
Tererubi@gmail.com
Such an amazing book, I would love to have a copy. Thanks so much!
This looks like wonderfully informative book! I'm loving their aesthetic!
xoxjennifer
jenstet at cox dot net
I need help with designing for sure!
I'm purchasing a condo and going from a 1 bedroom, to a 3. I want to paint before I move in and maybe buy some new furniture (I'm thinking I'll use my old bedroom set for the guest room and get a new one for my room. My living room could use a new couch too). But even though I've spent countless hours on pinterest looking for inspiration, I don't really know where to start. I think I'm in need of all the help I can get!
I need this book! Just about to buy some new key pieces for our house…
I would love a copy of this book!