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Finally! Some Book Project Sneak Peeks…

One of the things our publisher does is have each of their authors create a short video about their book. A movie trailer of sorts – but for a book.

Book Cover Only

Artisan suggested we hire a little film/editing crew to do it, but like true DIYers we took it as a fun challenge to see how much we could do ourselves. So we came up with an outline, wrote a little script, hired a local video genius to shoot it for us (who also happens to be our brother in law) and edited it ourselves in Final Cut Pro back in March. And now that we’re two months away from the official book release date (Nov 6th, aka Election Day) we’re finally allowed to share it! Wahoo.

We had to finish the video so early because our publisher needed it for a spring sales conference in March, so as soon as we got back from Hawaii the pressure was on (see how bare the trees are in this pic?). Thankfully all of the projects were already finished for when we shot all of the book photography over three weeks at our house in February, so one day of shooting video and setting up little impromptu vignettes wasn’t too tricky. It was actually really fun.

Superlatives Video Shoot

The funniest thing is that we handed in our outline for all of the projects in the book about a year before this video was shot, so finally seeing the projects in real life in a polished format like this (since it was well before we saw any final book proofs) was kind of surreal. I guess it’s akin to baking a cake for a year or two and finally getting to taste it.

The weirdest part by far was recording our nerdy little voice over (while sitting in a closet using our iPhones) and layering that in there. Allow us to share this reenactment so you can picture it (Burger was playing the role of “Supervisor”):

Voice Over Record

And for those of you at work who can’t watch videos, here are a few still shots (there are a lot more sneak peeks of various projects in the video though):

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We’re so relieved to finally be able to reveal some of the projects in the book – even if it’s only a small portion for now. Thankfully in less than two months the book will be out (you can pre order it here) so all those kitties will be out of the bag. Can’t wait! Free the kitties!

Have you guys ever written a video script and attempted to make a somewhat polished little YouTube ditty? It’s kinda fun, right? The clothesline concept was all John’s – and we love how it allowed us to squeeze in a few bonus project peeks. I’d say previewing 15 projects in a little over a minute is pretty speedy, indeed. You know we like to cram stuff in there (slash are terrible secret keepers). Woot!

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      I believe there’s one available although we hear visual books (with lots of pics like ours) are usually better in the “real” form (sometimes the formatting of an ebook isn’t as cute. Hope it helps!

      xo
      s

  2. cyndee anthony says

    The book has been pre-purchased and I am wanting to get it sooner rather than later. Your excited happy approach to your home is truely inspiring. Can’t wait to see your new “book baby”.

    PS I just loved the video of Clara dancing in front of the oven door. Just love
    to see and hear that happy little one.

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  4. Stacey Cucuzza says

    I’m sooo excited for this book!! Congratulations! I don’t even “know” you guys but I couldn’t be happier for you. Amazing job on everything you have done. Your blog is a true inspiration for me and my home. oh and you two have to be the cutest couple I’ve ever seen. the video totally made me smile! Really well done!

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  5. Karen Q. says

    You two are just adorable- great job on the video- very well thought out and edited- totally has a movie trailer vibe! Can’t wait for the book, seriously can’t wait- getting giddy! You are such an inspiration!
    Congratulations, so happy and excited for you! :)

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  6. erin says

    I pre-ordered mine! So excited! I’m so glad you two are willing to share your creativity with those who are lacking in the area. It’s so refreshing to have help from creative minds who make you feel nothing but able. Thank you for inspiring those of us who need help with turning our homes into the places we love. You both have been so helpful in my endeavor to turn my fixer-upper into a place I want to be and kept me from feeling defeated with your DIY ideas that are always lovely and affordable. <3

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      Oh Erin, you’re so sweet! That’s totally what’s the most rewarding for us. Seriously, hearing that you guys are doing things at home and feeling inspired… there’s nothing quite like it!

      xo
      s

  9. Ashley says

    This is so fantastic!!! Husband and I have pre-ordered and can’t wait to see your finished project! Not to mention have it on our coffee table for every day reference!!!! :)

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  11. Cara D says

    Completely different subject. Is it hard to keep your dark kitchen floors from looking dusty? We are getting bamboo floors installed in a couple weeks. The sample we received was lighter than the actual product. The darker color is gorgeous but I was just wondering about dust. First thing my grandma and parents mention of course.

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      Thankfully it hasn’t been too bad! We hear that some darker floors show more dust than others, so maybe it has to do with how much movement they have (to hide it). Since ours are all swirly and corky it seems to hide stuff nicely :)

      xo
      s

  12. emma says

    So fun!!! Your personalities continue to shine through which makes YHL such a unique blog! Can’t wait to get the book!

    Also, amazon preorders sometime ship before the book hits shelves!

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  13. Sarah says

    Bahhhhhh!
    You guys are Awesome Sauce!

    And so stinkin’ cute! :)

    I cannot wait until November! Christmas is coming early this year… :)

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  16. Jaye @ Just Trying to Make Cents of it All says

    You two are so stinkin’ adorable! Wait, that sounds weird! You know what I mean! I’ve already pre-ordered my copy and can’t wait. But watching you two made me realize that I HAVE to order one for my newly married son and daughter-in-law! She is really started to get into Pinterest and projects, yet that don’t have a penny to their name so your book will really give her ideas on stretching the decorating dollar! I can’t wait to see the book! Truly!

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  17. Sarah Kyle says

    Y’all are so stinkin’ cute, I love it! I’m so happy for you two! It looks like y’all had a blast making the video, too.
    Can’t wait for the book!

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  19. Melanie says

    The video came out really great, you guys are creative geniuses! It makes me sooo excited for my copy of the book to come in the mail!

    Question: Have you guys always had amazing/awesome creative ideas, or has the blog made your brains explode with awesomeness in the diy department?

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      Hmm, the funny thing is that I don’t think we think of ourselves as super creative. I think we’re more of the “experimental” breed, so we just try a ton of things (we shot hours and hours of footage just to edit things down to one minute). I think maybe the key to “creativity” might just be being brave and trying lots of things in the hopes that a few of them just might work. Haha!

      xo
      s

  20. Karen says

    You guys are actual geniuses and I don’t care if this makes me sound like a total weirdo, but I’m so PROUD of you. The way you run this blog, your creativity, your family, your humility and good old (young?!) cuteness – all of it is inspirational. Well done. Can’t wait for the book to make its way over to me in England!

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  21. Jennifer says

    Is it so weird that people (ie ME!) that don’t even know you have goosebumps and are so excited for you guys?! I don’t get excited when Reese Witherspoon has a new movie out? I mean I think she is a great actress and all but…I don’t know. Congratulations! I can’t wait to get my book signed!

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  23. Maria says

    Gaaah!!! This video made me so excited! I almost didn’t watch it so I could be really surprised for when the book comes in the mail-but then I did and I cannot wait! I’m a college student, so I don’t have my own house but I am so inspired by your guy’s work! I was home for the summer last year and pretty much redid my parent’s house with inspiration and motivation from your blog! Thanks for being so awesome! :):)

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  24. Susanna says

    Oh my god – you guys are so cute in that video! I’ve pre-ordered your book. It is the ONLY thing I have ever pre-ordered in my life! So excited to get my hands on it! Congrats John and Sherry! You two are such an inspiration!

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  27. Alice says

    I preordered your book on Amazon ages ago. But seeing glimpses of some of your projects, I am going to order another one for my daughter. She is just starting out and will love all your ideas!

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  31. Vanessa says

    Seriously? As if I couldn’t dig you guys more, I do now! That video is awesome and I am an official YHL geek – I watched it three more times pausing on all of the sneak peak coolness. Come on November!

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  32. Amy says

    this came out awesome! nice work. so excited for the book too. this video is sort of making me wish you guys had a tv show though…just sayin :)

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  33. Kathryn says

    Are you doing any autographed copies? Book signings? The reel looks great…very professional and very YOU. I love that dresser!!! Like going-to-copy-it love it! :) I can’t wait for my copy!

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  34. Kate says

    I super excited for the book release! I just pre-ordered it on Amazon today. I can’t wait to see all the fun and cool projects/ideas. I can already see my husband heaving a huge sigh as I show him all the projects I want to do for our house from you book. LOL

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  37. rachael says

    I love the kissing part! haha! I am so happy for you, this feels so real now, I can’t imagine how you guys must feel. I think I teared up alittle!

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  38. Erin says

    Thank you for sharing this with us! So exciting to see all those sneak peeks. I’ve been wanting to do a gradient dresser for my kids room so I’m SUPER glad to see that I will be able to get tips on it in your book! Yay!!! Loving that dipped/painted lamp as well!!

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  39. Jessica F. says

    Yey!!! I’m so proud and happy for you guys! Congrats!
    I’ll be purchasing the book for sure. The teal totally works for my living room color scheme. Hellllloooooo coffee table book!
    *thumbs up*

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  40. Jennifer says

    Love the video. Great job!!! I can’t wait for the book. I preordered it weeks ago. Christmas will come in November for me. :)

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  41. Carla T says

    OMG! That video was perfect! Your personalities and charm are as great as your style! I’m so proud of you guys! Congrats again! I can’t wait for the book!

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  43. Paola says

    I’m so excited for you all!! You guys rock!!!! It will be a success and you deserve every bit of it! Great job! November 6th is my birthday!! :)Guess what gift I will ask???? :):) I cannot wait!!!!

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  44. Emily @ Peck Life says

    I love this! It’s getting so exciting as it gets closer. :) Have you thought about letting other bloggers do book reviews for you? That would be so fun for people who have other home/DIY/decorating blogs!!!!!

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  45. Sherry from BC says

    Free the kitties indeed. I can’t wait for the book & I am giving a copy to my sister for Christmas……I have been thinking about stenciling a rug…..hmmmmmm. How to keep busy till it comes out….. bet there are lots of great ideas in it. I can see it on my coffee table already. Great video. Maybe you should have a tv show. Just sayin’

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      I think so. We also are saving the wood letters that say Home from the cover since they’re so sweet and remind us of the whole book-making process. We also did a cool bar cart project that we might keep around. Just for the memories. We’ll definitely blog about what stays, but when we created it all, we knew we wouldn’t be keeping much. We’re so excited to auction it off and picture it living on in our readers’ homes :)

      xo
      s

  49. katalina says

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!

    read your blog from the beginning and love it. only daily blog addition.

    I love the guest room headboard and fabric. If you are not keeping that I am driving there and picking it up!

    do you even remember what the fabric called….sherry’s happy dance fabric?

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