Quick note: Tomorrow (Saturday) we’ll be in Dallas at 11am at the West Elm on 5307 East Mockingbird Lane for cookies, cocoa and a book signing (more info here). We’d love to see ya there!
We’re back with a little book/life/tour update (#warning it’s long). Admittedly, it’s sooner than we had originally planned (our last one was a week ago), but lots has happened and we’re just brimming with news and pictures so we’ve basically overflowed. Somebody get a mop. Or maybe a tissue. Because we’ve gotta start with some crazy awesome / amazingly humbling news. We just learned that our book has become an instant New York Times bestseller. I can’t believe I just typed those words. It’ll actually be printed in the paper on 11/25, but this is a sneak peek image that we got. And yes, we totally called our parents and Sherry had a good cry (and I got something in my eye, but no sir I wasn’t crying). Then we laughed for at least three minutes about book #10’s title. #catpoetryforthewin
Sherry and I are still new enough to this publishing world that we don’t fully comprehend how these lists are crafted and what exactly it means. Though we’re certain it means one thing: we have the best readers ever. Because this was all thanks to you guys. Whether you’ve purchased a copy, shown up for a signing, or even just left an encouraging comment back when we were starting this whole adventure – we owe you a giant fist bump for showing so much love and support. We couldn’t have done it without you. Seriously. And if we’re being honest, we still think this might be a long and elaborate dream sequence…
Speaking of signings, we figured we should catch up up on some of our latest stops (or are we just dreaming about them?) since happenings from yesterday are already starting to get blurry in our cookie-and-cocoa-riddled minds. So let’s pick up where we left off here. We flew back from Boston to Richmond last Thursday, caught our breath, and before we knew it found ourselves at our first hometown event in Richmond called “R for the Holidays.” R.Home is a local shelter mag and we were completely surprised when they asked us to be on the cover of their Nov/Dec issue (and even more taken aback to see it blown up so big at the event)… let’s just say we both made faces like this:
Back in the day we wrote a DIY column for them and we’ve actually attended every R.Home for the Holidays event since its inception just as guests, so it was completely surreal to be speakers for the night. Oh, and how cute is beansie on that cover picture? We couldn’t wrangle both Burger and Clara simultaneously, so Burger ended up being represented by the sparkly chihuahua ornament in the green bowl that Clara’s actually reaching for in the photo. You can read a snippet of the article and watch a quick behind-the-scenes video here (and see a bigger picture of the cover, to get a glance of Faux Burger here).
Oh and Sherry wants me to tell you that when we shot the “Clara reaching photo” back in late October (here’s another Clara reaching pic, just because it seems to be her theme) she had waaay too much fun decorating those built-ins behind us for Christmas (they called to request that we do that since it was for the Nov/Dec cover). So they still mostly look like that and when we get back from this tour she’ll probably just “add even more Christmas.” #imarriedachristmaself
Anyways, back to the event. You may have heard that this is where we auctioned off some of the projects in the book. It was a great way for us to put some of those DIYed furniture and accessories to good use while also supporting a local cause (The School of Richmond’s Ballet which gives dance lessons to children who otherwise couldn’t afford them). We put a bunch of items up for auction (among them were two desks, two chairs, a bookshelf, a mirror, and a rug) and as we mentioned here, we later found out that our little auction raised $500 for local kids. Woot! Here’s Sherry making sure there aren’t any bugs hiding in the drawers before the auction. #keepingitreal
The evening started with a talk by Adam Roberts who turned his blog, The Amateur Gourmet, into a seriously beautiful cookbook called Secrets of the Best Chefs. In short: he was brilliant, inspiring, and hilarious. Then we went on and chatted with everyone about seven DIY lessons we’ve learned (many of them, the hard way). We definitely hope to link to a video of our chat when it’s up on R Home’s website, so we’ll keep you posted. In the meantime, here’s the synopsis: we were nerdlings, we over-shared, and the crowd was awesomely smiley. #bestmustacheever
With both talks wrapped up, we turned to the signing portion of the night – which is quickly becoming our favorite part of these things. We get to talk to people, take funny photos, and have conversations like: “Did Katie Bower have her baby yet!” “Nope, not yet – we just talked to her an hour ago!”
Amidst many familiar Richmond faces, we got to meet tons of new friends – like Hallie, who won our “trip to Richmond” giveaway last month. If any part of you wants to spew bile in her direction for winning, know this: she was sweet and bubbly and genuine and a thousand other nice words. She invited her mom along for a whirlwind weekend in RVA (Hallie was flown in from St. Louis and her mom was flown from Jacksonville). Sadly our hang out time clocked all of five minutes, but we later heard that they had a blast doing all sorts of RVA activities around town.
This woman gracefully accepted Sherry’s blurting compliment of “You look just like Meryl Streep!” She said she gets it a lot and even has a Meryl reference on her license plate. So Sherry insisted that we get a photo so we can pretend that we really met the star of classics like 1994’s The River Wild (arguably her best rafting-themed movie to date).
Along with a smattering of ceramic animal signing requests, we got funny invitations like this one, which was: “please sign a onesie for my baby.” Sherry opted to put a baby-sized hammer near the hand hole. Naturally.
And once again we enjoyed the kindness / craftiness / general awesomeness of our readers, who brought fun things like this Justin Timberlake bobblehead (there’s something in the box, if you know what I’m saying). It’s an inside joke at their office, apparently – and they wanted to pass him along to us because, well, he’s small and ceramic. And check out the awesome sugar cookies that arrived sporting Burger’s likeness.
When Richmond wrapped up, we hit the hay and about 12 hours later on Friday afternoon we found ourselves flying over the fair city of Chicago!
In Chicago we crammed in a little blog activity before our West Elm event the following day. We actually crashed a familiar home that you may know from a certain blog named Making It Lovely. There’s a full House Crashing post to come, but let’s just say that it was incredibly cool to finally meet Nicole and her family, but incredibly nerve-wracking to photograph the same spaces that Nicole captures so beautifully herself. But we hope you guys enjoy seeing some different angles of a house that so many of you already know and love.
Before our event the next afternoon at West Elm, we darted out to take a tourist-tastic photo in front of Chicago’s famous shiny bean. Sherry loves shiny things and we both have a fondness for a good bean, so it felt like a no-brainer.
Little did we know, while we were out squeezing in a sight or two, the line was already forming over in Lincoln Park. Christina takes the cake for most prepared. She drove overnight from St. Louis and camped out starting at 5:30am (for a 1pm start time). She retells her travels much more hilariously than we ever could on her blog. We were just happy to know that after all that waiting she wasn’t disappointed when she learned that we weren’t an iPhone or Harry Potter movie. Thanks again Christina!
The Chicago folks rocked our socks – both the West Elmers (or “Elmers” as we’re learning they’re called) and the readers. Even with a freak thunderstorm (a theme of our tour = weather events) thankfully most folks stayed dry and enjoyed toasty warm cocoa and cookies. There are too many good stories from the stop to cram in here, but we’ll share a few highlights. There was this bride who sent a virtual greeting from her hairdresser as she got ready for her wedding that day…
… and these sweet DIYed items, like a sparkly Burger portrait and a homemade horse puzzle (it was made by the fella in orange who’s a high school shop teacher). Clara and I have already had some good times putting that horse together, btw.
And sadly this picture doesn’t do this gift justice. It’s a beautiful handbound book featuring all of Clara’s photo project – from Week 1 all the way up to Month 29! So thoughtful. #yessherrycried
And how’s this for a cute story? Before coming to the event this gentleman surprised his girlfriend with our book at the shiny bean and inside the front he wrote – wait for it – a proposal! Yep, these lovebirds got engaged that day and our little book got to be part of it! Then they came to our signing and told us their story. Amazing.
Amongst many fun photos, there were ceramic animal milestones like reuniting with dearly departed Ramsey‘s twin.
And this group that requested a crazy picture. I think we achieved it, right?
And it’s starting to become a tradition of sorts to get an “End of the Line” group picture, to celebrate the people who were über patient. We love you guys!
The event wrapped up just in time for us to race to O’Hare and catch a flight that would get us back to Richmond late on Saturday night. While we waited at the gate, I took care of a little business – writing Granny a postcard from each of our stops. To date we’ve sent her eight from each of our out of state events (she receives one every other day or so).
Sunday was a “rest day” that we begged our publisher to put into our schedule (didn’t want to be away from Clara & Burger for too long) but it turned into more of a catch up on laundry, cleaning, and grocery shopping day. But since Richmond was nice enough to be 70 degrees, we were sure to sneak in some quality Clara and Burger time since they’ve been holding down the fort (with the help of my parents) while we were away. So there was some fun at the park and we went on a nice walk and even unpacked our suitcases just in time to pack them again for the next day. Yup, Monday morning brought another early morning departure through Richmond International Airport. And this time we were putting the “International” part to use and heading to our stop in Toronto, Canada. Hello CN Tower! My, what a tall antenna you have.
We didn’t actually make it up the tower (Sherry had been before and we’re both somewhat heights-averse enough to agree on admiring it from below) but we did have fun with some moose friends (or enemies) in the gift shop. The mountie moose was much less aggressive, fyi. #lookatthatsmile
We also enjoyed some simple pleasures like this. Yup, I’m still ten at heart, posing under a sign with my name.
Our Toronto hotel was pretty awesome (maybe they’re all amazing and non-chain-y up there?). In fact it was so awesome that between it and a cool restaurant that we stumbled upon, we’re actually going to crash them in a future post for you guys (Hotel Crashing? Restaurant Crashing?). But since we know you love a preview, here’s the double-sided glass shower in the middle of the room. It actually had blinds that you could close for more modest showering if you wanted to… #didweordidntwe
By evening it was raining (which didn’t surprise us at this point) and we hit up the Toronto West Elm for that night’s signing. The Canadians that we met (along with some Americans that drove up from NY) proved that friendliness and generosity don’t just live on this side of the border. Folks brought wonderful stuff like maple donuts (my FAVORITE) and this beautiful worm watercolor for Clara. Can’t wait to see the look on her face when we give it to her this Sunday.
We even had our very first FaceTime “guest” in Toronto (it’s a fun surprise when a face on a phone starts smiling and talking to you out of nowhere). We took a picture holding the phone and had fun posting “together.” Good times.
Oh and Sherry met her Canadian twin. Maybe not so much in the hair / height department, but in the blazer / striped shirt / skinny jeans area they’re practically born from the same egg.
Speaking of born… this was perhaps our favorite photo of the night. This mom-to-be supplied the signs so that Sherry could help squash any pregnancy rumors for good (and so she could announce her own exciting news).
And speaking of sherry’s blazer, she has been meaning to tell you guys that yes, it’s the same one for every signing (and yes, it’s from Target). Her philosophy is that it’s like when someone wears the same jersey for every game. Her blazer gets to travel the country and she changes her earrings, shoes, and the shirt underneath. So there you have it. #mywifeisweirdbutiloveheranyway
A funny thing happened in Toronto where folks in line somehow received the instruction to outline their own message in the book in addition to the post-it that spells their name for us (the usual drill is that folks spell their name for us, but we write the dedication ourselves). This accidental self-imposed “tell us what you want us to say to you” method created a few awkward moments, but more often than not people had fun with it. Like Kaylee and Mike who suggested a Mad Lib style entry for Sherry to fill in. I believe someone also tricked us into inviting them for Christmas dinner and another couple had us proclaim them to be our BFFs for life.
When the event finally wound down (and the rain stopped!) we were sufficiently pooped for the day and couldn’t muster the energy to go sit in a restaurant for dinner. Fortunately we had saved up our daily food allowance and our hotel had room service that included the $9 Canadian staple poutine (french fries + gravy + cheese). It was awesome. And I ate entirely too much of it. It was actually only our second time ever getting room service, so it was a pretty memorable night – even if it was just nine bucks worth of fries covered in cheesy gravy.
The West Elem signing wasn’t our last stop in Toronto though. We’d been invited to do a short segment on Global TV’s The Morning Show with about 20 hours notice. I’ll admit I hadn’t heard of it being from the states, but it felt roughly the equivalent of Good Morning America or The Today Show. Let’s just say, equivalent enough that I required make-up and we both got skittish and clammy (kinda like how Burger gets around cats).
We’ve never done a big show like that LIVE so we were admittedly quite nervous that we’d screw it up and immediately be asked to leave their country. Add to that equation that the props we had shipped didn’t arrive as planned so we had to improvise with about 10 hours notice. The hurricanes that you see below were borrowed from West Elm the night before at the very end of our signing and we scrambled to cobble together some filler with things from the grocery store (lemons, limes, pistachios, apples, etc). It was all assembled backstage moments before we went on…
So now that we’ve concluded our whirlwind week, we’ll leave you to enjoy your weekend. But wait. We still want to pucker up and say “thanks! we love you!” one more time. Without you guys there would be no book. There would be no signings. And our names certainly wouldn’t be on that crazy list at the start of this post. So yeah. Rock on you lovely people. Words can’t express our gratitude (or how surreal this entire ride really has been).
Anyway, we’re wrapping up our biggest week of tour stops tomorrow in Dallas, TX which means we’ll have another update for you about our stops there as well as in Minneapolis and Houston in another week or two. We’re having such a blast meeting you guys and have definitely done our darndest to keep the blog up and running while we’re gone, so thanks again to everyone for bearing with us and saying such kind things and otherwise being a huge part of making this all happen. #seriouslyarewedreaming #ifwearedontwakeusup
Psst- Some people have asked how they can get signed copies of our book if they don’t live near a signing stop, and now an awesome local book store here in Richmond called Fountain Books is shipping them to anyone who’d like one, so here’s that link for ya.
Nancy says
So excited for your guys!! As people have mentioned before you have created a great community and I enjoy hearing all about your adventures. Oh and congrats on the NY best seller!!!!!
Stephanie M. says
Wow, so happy for you guys! And just a tad jealous of all the lucky readers getting to meet you. Any news on that ATL book stop yet? ;)
Stephanie M. says
Oh and I just wanted to add, my hubby thinks I am a total stalker since I’ve been semi-obsessed with your blog for the past 2 years buttttt…..I found a picture of your book on his phone, so me thinks a Christmas gift is in the works!! haha.
YoungHouseLove says
Wahooooo!
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YoungHouseLove says
We think it’s coming!!! Will keep you posted!
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Lindsey d. says
Woot! I can’t wait to see y’all in Dallas tomorrow! I’ve got to survive 6+ hours in the car today (driving home to Baton Rouge from a work trip and then up to my parents’ house halfway between BR and Dallas) and then 4.5 hours driving tomorrow with my mom to get to Dallas. Do I win for longest distance traveled just to attend a signing? Worth it!
Lindsey d. says
I will admit that I’m totally scared of the possible line in Dallas, since we won’t arrive with much time to spare. Will wear comfy shoes.
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yeah, I think you win!! Can’t wait to meet you Lindsey!
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Lisa S. says
What a great video segment. The two of you are so natural on tv and come across as the real deal (just like on your blog). I am looking forward to getting your book for Christmas a knocking a project or two out during the holiday break.
Crystal says
I’m so happy for your success. I just ordered my book earlier this week after going to my closest B&N to find it it was sold out. I hope it comes today!! Can’t wait to you visit Charlotte early next year.
YoungHouseLove says
Thanks Crystal! Hope you love it.
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Isabel says
So… when’s the european tour starting…?
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, we wish!
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Kimberly says
CONGRATS on such big news and a great tour so far! Stupid Sandy messed up my plans to see you, so I just ordered my signed copy! Can’t wait to read it!! :O)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Kimberly! Hope you love it.
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DeeJay Conley says
Loved the interview…and all your awesome words, too! Hubs and I cuddled over your book the other night. He, too, really likes the gradient dresser. Me? Too many projects to love up on. TY for the book!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks so much DeeJay!
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angie says
Congrats on all of the success! It’s clear why you guys are so popular!
By the way, speaking of looking like someone, has anyone told you Sherry, that you look like the infamous, Paula Broadwell, of the Petraeus scandal? I see her picture all over the news and I immediately think, “She looks like Sher-dog!”
YoungHouseLove says
Yes! You’re the second one to say that. Eeks!
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Jen says
Congratulations on making that list and for hitting a huge milestone so early in your career! You two are really distinguishing yourselves these days! It is really no surprise. :)
Clara says
I was at the book signing in Houston last night. I thought I would finally leave a comment. :)
Congrats on the NY book list! You guys are awesome. Love seeing that you all are getting to do something that you love so much. And I know all your readers love you for doing it too!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Clara! So great to meet you!
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Renee says
Congrats on making the NYT top ten! I love your tour posts because all of us fans can virtually travel with you. Any favorite stops so far that you want to visit again? (Hint, hint… CHICAGO!) It was totally worth waiting through a thunderstorm to meet you! And with the way they had the table set up in front of a window, it would have been a perfect opportunity to photobomb, lol!
YoungHouseLove says
All of them! It’s such a short stint in each city we feel like we’re not getting to do enough stuff, so we want to go back!
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Courtney says
Wow, congrats on the NYT bestseller list! So stinkin’ awesome! I have to admit that, after your book, the “I Could Pee On This” is what first drew my eye. HA! What prestigious company.
Also, your thank-you note to your readers at the end of the book kind of got me choked up. It’s strange to feel like I know you so well (and could totally be friends in real life) and yet I’m, essentially, just one comment in hundreds. I suppose that’s a testament to the accessibility of your blog.
YoungHouseLove says
Aw you’re so sweet! I cried when we wrote that, so I’m glad someone else cried “with me” – hah!
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EmilyThompson says
I cried when I read the dedication page AND the page to the readers. There’s no denying it $herdog…you guys have tons of family you haven’t ever met all over the world! I think any of us would give you the shirt off of our backs if you needed us to, and we know you guys would too. Lots of love, baby, lots of love!
PS Can I just say what an amazing example you and John are with your marriage? You speak to each other with so much respect and admiration in your videos, it’s awesome to see!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks so much Emily! You’re so sweet, it’s making me cry again. Haha.
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katalina says
Sherry and John
congratulations! I feel like I am a small part of it….read every entry and read your blog every day. Love your writing–very humble, funny and inspiring and love
your two cuties too!
YoungHouseLove says
You’re a big part of it! You all are!
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Lynn @ Our Useful Hands says
Wow. Just wow, wow, wow, wow, wow! The NY Times is no joke! Good thing you guys aren’t named Guy and trying to feed them (you heard about that right?) and that instead you got someone who knows something about quality printed materials and DIY info. that knows when to put your goods on the list. So well deserved. I really enjoyed your Canadian TV debut. And I snickered at the end there when you threw in the “Well…I don’t know about that…” under your breath John. Truer words have never been spoken.
My best, Lynn
Lise says
This is such wonderful, wonderful news. You have been the highlight of my 8am for the past 4 years and you’ve worked so hard and stayed so humble. Enjoy this great achievement!
My heart is a little sore because my book hasn’t arrived in Italy yet. Maybe because the postman knows that even if its a Christmas present I can’t resist not devouring it from cover to cover the second it arrives. I hope to get it soon because these “bookie” posts are making the already MASSIVE excitement and anticipation even bigger. I may pop!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Lise! Hope it comes soon and you don’t pop! Haha.
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Gabriella @ Our Life In Action says
CONGRATS YOU GUYS!!! It is so awesome that you take a moment to pose with your fans and also share that on your blog. They are hilarious!
So I must say, my week really does pale in comparision. You were flying nationally and internationally….I was putting cotton balls in a vase and organizing my bathroom. Both productive (okay some more than others). ;-)
YoungHouseLove says
Hahah I love it!
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Diana Leilani Fonner says
I can’t wait to meet you all in Dallas this weekend! I found your blog while I was pregnant a little over two years ago and attempting to put together my own nursery bedding and then I kept on reading & reading. I’ve always been a little crafty but you guys really inspired me and we just installed new flooring in our living room a couple of weekends ago.
I must admit that I also love the Clara updates. Our little girl was also an adorable little bald “blondie” and since your daughter is a few months older it’s been fun to see what’s in our future. For instance, when you started posting the singing videos we got really excited that that would be Harper soon. Sure enough her second birthday was last Saturday and now she’s singing happy birthday to everyone!
Thanks for putting your voice and your perspective out in the world. :)
YoungHouseLove says
So cute!! Happy birthday to Harper!
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Anne @ Planting Sequoias says
I seriously love these updates. So fun! And congrats on the bestseller list!!!! Amazing. :)
Even though I live in Grand Rapids, I was in Chicago the same day as you (the ONE time this year that I went) but couldn’t make it to the event. SO SAD!
My sorrow resulted in this blog post: http://annebronkema.wordpress.com/2012/11/10/chicago-2012-in-which-there-is-much-weeping-and-gnashing-of-teeth/
YoungHouseLove says
Haha! You’re so sweet!
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Kandace says
Congrats on the best sellers list! That’s amazing!!!
I didn’t realize you guys were going to be in Toronto until about 9:30 that night. I was so sad I missed you! I am only 40 minutes away and definitely would have been there.
I got your book in the mail the other day and I am loving it. It was supposed to be a Christmas present from my hubby but he gave in and let me have it early. I am going out today to get some fabric to cover the back of one of my shelves. :)
Thanks for always inspiring me to be creative and to try something new.
You guys are awesome!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Kandace! Good luck!
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Anna says
Congrats J & S! You are taking the world by storm- one DIY project at a time. Wishing I could make it to a book signing, but alas, it is not in the cards this time around. All the best!
Kate says
CONGRATULATIONS on the NYT! Amazing and well deserved! You two set a great example and I so appreciate being able to follow your journey! So fun!
PS – You all were so great on the show!
Tracey says
Man, I feel like a total chump for not making the four hour drive down to Cincy to see you guys! I wanted to so bad, but it just wasn’t in the cards. Now I feel like I missed out on an epically historical landmark in history. ;( Anyway! I’m so glad you guys are having fun! And I love all the presents you’ve been getting. I almost teared up at the worm watercolor, horse puzzle and Burger art. People are awesome and don’t you just love love???? You guys for the win!
YoungHouseLove says
Yes, people are awesome. That is the most amazing thing. Everyone has been so kind. Totally feels like we’re dreaming.
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Hope Ward says
I had a gut feeling, the second you announced you were doing a book, that it would make the Best Sellers right away. You two deserve it! Great Job!!!
And I too have a million things to get done at work, but have been waiting for this post all morning and stopped everything to read every.single.word :)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks so much Hope! We love you.
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Leslie@MsMagpieWrites says
Fingers crossed that I’ll see you on GMA or the Today Show soon!
YoungHouseLove says
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
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Julie says
Hi,
Just to let you know that you have daily international readers too! I am an absolute huge fan of ya’ll. I am French and lives in Paris. Our homes over here are unfortunately way smaller than the American ones but I get to dream on a daily basis thanks to you guys. Thumbs up for your … wait-for-it … legendary work ! Love it, love it, love it !
Psssst : how can international readers buy a signed copy (in French haha) of your book ?
Julie.
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks so much Julie! They’re actually talking about possibly translating the book so we’ll be sure to share those details if they do!
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April says
Wow, congrats on the NYT best seller list, I can’t imagine how proud you guys must feel right now! What an awesome accomplishment.
I cut out cable at home (yay Netflix!) so I was so bummed when you mentioned you’d be on the morning show in Toronto, so thank you so much for posting that video for us to watch!
Was great to meet you two in Toronto, and I’m glad you had a good time while here, in your sexy shower with the poutine… Those two just don’t sound like they should go together!!!
Meeting you two really helped recharge me creatively… not that I was a dead battery or anything but it just gave me a lot of hope for what my creative ideas could turn into one day. So thanks so much!
YoungHouseLove says
Hahahah! Poutine + sexy shower = hilarious.
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Robin says
CONGRATS! Thats super exciting for you!
I was up until midnight last night just looking at the pictures in my copy, I can hardly wait to really get down to business and start “reading” it!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Robin!
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Anika says
Congratulations on being on the NY Times best sellers list! I have to say I’m not really surprised!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to document your trips during all the madness. For those of us that can’t stalk you across the states on your book tour it’s such fun to see what you’re seeing, eating, signing,…and I especially LOVE all the fun behind-the-scene stories. Thank you guys so much for all you do, for all your hard work and sacrifice, and for sharing it all with the world. Hope I get to meet you at some point during this tour!
YoungHouseLove says
You’re so sweet Anika! Thanks so much to everyone for being such amazing friends along this journey :)
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Sunnie says
What exciting news to be bestsellers! Congratulations! And thanks for the link to order an autographed book. I was hoping to make it to one of your stops but I don’t think it will be possible so I ordered an autographed one :)
YoungHouseLove says
Thanks so much Sunnie!
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Petra says
Amazing, and I’m so proud of you all!!! I hope you have some time off from blogging and rest! The video from Toronto isn’t working?
YoungHouseLove says
Anyone else having an issue with the video? Others have commented that they watched it, so maybe it’s blocked at your office?
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Bethany says
Same here, doesn’t show up. I’m reading on an iPad though, so that could be it?
YoungHouseLove says
Yup, any smart phone or iPad won’t show the video but any normal computer will. Wish it was something we could control but we just embed it normally and it seems to selectively disappear on some devices.
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Linda says
Oh my gosh congratulations!!! That’s so amazing!! Now when you go on TV shows they’ll probably always introduce you as “New York Times Bestselling Authors…”
So happy for you guys!
YoungHouseLove says
Ahhhhhhhh!
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Kathi says
Congratulations on the NY Times Bestseller list – you SO deserve it!!
The whole “write what you want them to inscribe on your books” thing in Toronto was weird – so glad it was a communication error! It was hard figuring out what to have y’all write! Love the Mad Libs idea someone had!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Kathi!
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Jen says
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS on the NYT Bestsellers list! That is absolutely amazing and so well-deserved! I haven’t purchased the book yet because I want an autographed copy (I live a couple of hours away but can’t make any of the RVA signings because of work conflicts). BUT my mom lives in Richmond and and will be at the December 2nd signing to pick one up for me (yes, I asked my mom for a signed copy of your book for Christmas!)…so excited to read it!
Melissa says
I love the snippet from the Morning Show! You two are so inspiring and I am so happy to have found two authors/bloggers who I can relate to.
LOVE THE BOOK, and LOVE YOU!
XO
YoungHouseLove says
LOVE YOU RIGHT BACK MELISSA!
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Elaine K says
I knew it! I saw a review of your book online and thought I bet they make the NY Times! How cool! Am so happy for you. I love the book and am going to get another one for my SIL for Chrstmas. I’m hoping the line won’t be too long at Mongrel’s. I have to teach 3 cute toddlers that morning at Bon Air Presbyterian so can’t get there at 5:30 am! Congrats!!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Elaine! Rest assured that most folks get to the event just about an hour early or even during the signing time. No worries about having to camp out! Haha.
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Ethne @ Wom-Mom says
New York Times bestsellers – genius(!!), and no surprise to those of us who come visit you here every day. We love you or we wouldn’t be here. You’re awesomesauce (love that Sherry-ism). As to the fries with gravy, that Canadian delicacy has leaked down to northern North Dakota, except where we’re from I mix a little bit of ketchup in with mine (for tangy-ness) and no one uses cheese. That must be eastern Canada only. Try it next week with your leftover gravy. Not joking. [I’ll put the caveat that Lori still says fries with homemade ranch dressing is better.] Congratulations on the book news – greatest ever!! Ethne
YoungHouseLove says
Hahahah- love it! Thanks for the tip Ethne!
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Andrea says
Congratulations!!! You guys are awesome! I love how grateful you are for all of readers and how truly humble you guys are for all of your success. Wishing you the best and happy holidays!
p.s.If I weren’t all the way down in Tennessee I would love to come get my book signed :) I just finished the book and now I am going to go back and tab the pages I want to use. It’s the organization geek in me.
YoungHouseLove says
Wahoo! We love tabs!
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Ethne @ Wom-Mom says
Andrea and Sherry, you’ll be both pleased and disappointed to know that my book is tabbed (yay) but the tabs say “notarize” and “sign and date” because they are from my ‘recycle’ stack of stickies at work (boring yet environmentally-friendly). Nerd!
YoungHouseLove says
Hahah I love it!
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Shanoah says
Loved that we were able to meet you in Toronto! Although my sisters and I did think it was odd that we had to come up with our own inscriptions – especially since we bought a book for our mom as a Christmas gift and she doesn’t follow your blog (YET – we’ll get her hooked).
Thanks for doing what you do – there is good reason why you made it to the NYT Bestsellers list. You deserve it!
Annie says
Congrats on the NYT list!!!!!!!!!! This is me right now!!
http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4kmm1ozcg1rwcc6bo1_250.gif
It was fab to meet you guys on Monday!! I totes watched you guys on Global, and I realized what a creeper I am about your lives when I explained to my mom how I “knew” you, hahaha.
YoungHouseLove says
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! YOU ARE HILARIOUS RIGHT NOW.
Everyone click that link and laugh for ten minutes like John and I did in the Houston airport.
You’re so sweet Annie! Thanks for the love. We <3 you right back. And you're not a creeper! Haha.
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gemma@thesweetestdigs says
1. CONGRATULATIONS on getting on the NYT Bestsellers List. That is totally amazing, and you two absolutely deserve it. You are such an inspiration!
2. Thanks for posting that pic of me and my watercolour worm!! I’m thrilled that you liked it. Let me know what Clara thinks!!
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YoungHouseLove says
She’s going to love it! We’ll have to ask her what its name is. Haha!
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tara says
congrats on the NYT Best Sellers List!! But really….are any of us surprised:)
YoungHouseLove says
Ahhhhhhhhhhh! We are!
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Dannyelle @ www.lifeisaparty.ca says
Congrats on the best sellers list! And, thanks for including my picture with the donuts, so glad you liked them! I had the best time meeting you and hope you don’t mind me adding the link to my post all about how much fun I had at the book signing -have to say the cocoa and cookies were really good. ;)
wishing you continued success!
http://www.lifeisaparty.ca/2012/i-heart-young-house-love/
YoungHouseLove says
Love it! Thanks for sharing the link! And for coming out with such tasty (and beautifully decorated) treats! We’re keeping those banners forever!
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Ellen says
Aaaaaah! Instant best seller! CONGRATULATIONS!
Not that I’m surprised, because you guys–and your book–are fabulous. I did gasp out loud, and may have screamed with excitement (just a little bit).
Thank you both so much for your wonderful blog! I check every single day for your posts (clearly addicted, but I feel there’s far worse things to be addicted to!).
Huzzah, NYT best-selling authors!
YoungHouseLove says
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!
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Lilly says
so super duper happy for u guys, I knew ur book was going to be a best seller. I’m also very happy u guys are having such a great time with the book tour and grateful to have gotten a chance to meet u guys in person and getting my book signed. I wish nothing but the best for u guys and I hope the blog continues to grow and grow. Ur book is very refreshing and inspiring, I haven’t done any projects from the book yet but I did get on a project that I had been holding off on even thought it was cheap and easy. So thank you for inspiring me, and just to let you know the project was building a bench from Ana’s website and staining it the same color as the dining table we built from her website back in February, I was so inspired by ur book to actually paint in in different colors by pieces and distress it to make it look like beachy, weathered, colorful wood. So happy I went that route I love it even more. It only ended up being like $15 in wood and some extra paints I had sitting around at home. Again thank u so much, ever since I started reading ur blog about 3 years ago u guys have helped me make my house in to a beautiful home that we all love without breaking the bank.
YoungHouseLove says
Aw that’s so sweet! Thanks so much Lilly! We love you and are so honored to have readers like you!
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Cathy says
im so glad you guys liked Toronto! I was so sad not to be able to show up for you! PLEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAASE write another book and come back!
BTW maple doughnuts are my fave too! and poutine. definitely my fave food!!
Love you guys!
YoungHouseLove says
We’d love to come back! We had so much fun!
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Ellen says
You two do such a great job of making all of your readers feel like family–I know I certainly do! And as a loving, loyal Young House Love family member, I am so excited for the both of you on this awesome accomplishment. Congrats!!
YoungHouseLove says
You guys are our family!!! We started the blog just for close friends and family and now we have lots of extended family! Haha!
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Jessica G. says
You guys! Congratulations!!! I’m not surprised though. You deserve it! :) Now hurry up and reschedule that NYC event so I can come up to you and say, “I’m Jessica G., from your comments.” Is that really weird and dorky? Don’t care.
YoungHouseLove says
Hahahahh! I can’t wait!
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Trisha D. says
You guys are absolutely amazing, and I love that you continue to keep it real! Admittedly I was a bit star struck meeting you guys in Chi-town- so much that I was pretty tightlipped.
Anyway, we had a lot of fun in line especially when you guys arrived (we were on the other side of the window). We tried to ‘creatively’ photo bomb people’s pictures with spirit fingers and bunny ears. We actually had a group shot and people on the other side of the window by @bejeromy the Elmers photographer that I’m hoping to track down.
We nicknamed Christina (the early bird in Chi-town) green sweater girl where I connected it to How I Met Your Mother (cupcake girl).
In all, it was a blast and I hope to blog the amazing experience someday soon.
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, you guys are hilarious! So nice to meet you and so glad you had fun!
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Trisha D says
I finally had the opportunity to post about our young house love experience in Chi-town. Feel free to mosey on over:
http://www.blackandwhiteobsession.blogspot.com/2012/12/younghouselove-and-chi-town.html?m=1
YoungHouseLove says
Hahahahaa, such a hilarious post! Thanks so much for coming out! We had the best time.
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Christine says
This is awesome!! Have to say I did laugh at the end when they said your name as “Pettersik” because my last name is Peterford and people say Petterford all the time haha.
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, all the time, right?!
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