Last week it finally arrived, three months late, my copy of Young House Love, the book!
About a year ago Sherry got in touch to ask if I would like to contribute a project to the book and of course I said yes. I submitted my project and we kept in touch via e-mail to sort out little details and as the book was getting ready to be launched back in October (the release date was early November) hurricane Sandy hit the east coast of the United States and caused havoc and my copy was held up somewhere/with someone until it finally arrived last week.
The project I contributed with (no.241) was my big front of house project and it’s great to see it in print because it’s one of my favorite projects in this house as it made such a huge impact.
As for the rest of the book, I love it!. It’s just the type of book I’d love to have written if my book/literary agent thing hadn’t gone sour on me a few years ago. This book is funny, informative and has tons of (well at least 243) great projects. Some easy quick ones and some that require a bit more work.
One of my favorite ones is no.140, make decal art. Can definitely see me trying this out sometime in the future.
I also love no.10, reusing Lack tables in three ways. Totally my brainstorm way of thinking.
All in all a great book and a major accomplishment for Sherry and John.
Thank you so much guys for having me in it!
Wow! One more reason to buy it then!
Posted by: Älvan | February 07, 2013 at 04:30 AM
Looks really inspirational! And your front yard is a project with perfect result.
I must check the library if they would have this book...
Posted by: Leena | February 07, 2013 at 05:21 AM
A must have, now on my list!
Posted by: Anne | February 07, 2013 at 05:35 AM
It probably sat in NYC customs, you are lucky it did not arrive moldy, like my package did from the USA with mine and my husbands Christmas gifts in it. :/
Posted by: mwinter | February 07, 2013 at 06:11 AM
I got my copy a few weeks ago now and like it too. They inspired me to update our bedroom so now I am looking for a nice fabric for a headboard...
Posted by: Petra from NL | February 07, 2013 at 07:45 AM
Reading your blog is like visiting a museum or an art gallery. It's surprising what inspires me. Thanks for this lovely post!
Posted by: M.E. | February 07, 2013 at 11:44 AM
I must get the book : )
Thank you for the laundry post also - making that home work sound and look nice is worth a prize!
Posted by: Libris | February 07, 2013 at 12:03 PM
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Posted by: Elenna | February 07, 2013 at 12:43 PM
You're so sweet, thank you! But frankly I'm over those competitions, I have no desire to win or rank high :)
Posted by: Carlos | February 07, 2013 at 12:45 PM
Love it!! Hooray for your inclusion, and what a wonderful book! Thank you for posting here, as I'm sure I would not have come across it on my own! Now, off to Amazon!
Posted by: Lisa | February 07, 2013 at 02:03 PM
I love both your blog and Young House Love, so it was very exciting for me to turn to your project in the book!
Posted by: Stacey | February 07, 2013 at 02:06 PM
Love the book! It is sooooo cool! Why don't you make a decal art with Mini and Bonus in it? Or at least with their profile (contour)...couldn't find the right word, i hope you understand what i mean :)
Posted by: Marcia M | February 07, 2013 at 02:30 PM
I love both or your blogs and am enjoying the YHL book....I still hope that someday there's a Chez Larsson book with a post contributed by John and Sherry, too!
Posted by: celia | February 07, 2013 at 02:33 PM
My day starts after I read ManhattanNest, ChezLarsson and YoungHouseLove blogs! You guys rocks! 2 great books I got me this xmas: this one and The Novogratz... Thanks for sharing your life!
Posted by: Lilian | February 07, 2013 at 03:19 PM
I'll "second" Celia's comment...me too! :)
Posted by: Kelly | February 07, 2013 at 04:23 PM
I follow both your and YHL blogs religiously! I got my book back in November and got Sherry and John to sign it at the Home Show in Tacoma, Washington! Thanks for all your DIY inspiration!
Posted by: Annelise in Edmonds | February 07, 2013 at 04:34 PM
Congratulations! Looks like a really good and budget friendly resource for home improvement.
Posted by: Zosia | February 07, 2013 at 07:00 PM
Oh congratulations - what a great book to be a part of x
Posted by: Hxx | February 07, 2013 at 07:09 PM
I love your blog! It comes at the end of the work day for me, in Provo, Utah, and you are always upbeat (but not sickening). I look forward to reading your blog right before going home.
I'm glad you were in the book -- it must've been hard to decide which project of yours to spotlight!
Thanks for the lift every day.
Posted by: Laura | February 07, 2013 at 10:42 PM
Congrats dear lovely Benita!
Yes, they have good taste..
Kisses,
Noga from Israel
Posted by: Noga from Israel | February 08, 2013 at 05:46 AM
Wow you are in that book, great! -)
I follow their blog for years, not really my interiour and decorating style but there are some great ideas to find.
Posted by: jja | February 08, 2013 at 09:54 AM
I agree, not always my style but the ideas can easily be adapted!
Posted by: Carlos | February 08, 2013 at 01:26 PM
Hey Benita! Did you know that the link to the young house love site in your blog list doesn't work? Thought I'd let you know :)
Posted by: Kristín | February 08, 2013 at 03:29 PM
That was so odd because in my typelist it looked correct but I deleted it and re-added it and now it seems to work again. Thanks!
Posted by: Carlos | February 08, 2013 at 03:43 PM