Wednesday, April 21, 2010

House Beautiful- Fabrics for Your Home



I'm back from my trip and am completely jet lagged...and a bit sunburned too. I'm far too tired to post, but there is something that I want to share with you. For some silly reason I've been a little shy about discussing it with you. Last Spring I took a few weeks off from the blog to write and edit House Beautiful Fabrics for Your Home: 340 Designer Favorites. The book is a compilation of the magazine's Instant Room columns plus numerous photos featuring creative and striking uses of fabric. It's the kind of book that you'll want to throw in your bag when you hit the design center or fabric store. Think of it as "everything you wanted to know about fabric but were afraid to ask."

I'm also going to participate in Washington Post writer Jura Koncius' popular online discussion
Home Front tomorrow at 11am. I invite you to join in the live conversation about all things design.

21 comments:

  1. Jennifer - just wonderful! Congratulations - can't wait to see it.

    p.s. sorry about the sunburn - I tend to do the same.

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  2. Well, Mademoiselle Boles why on Earth would you be shy about discussing this spectacular news!!! You're an exceptionally great writer, with a seemingly endless supply of knowledge and history, PLUS you've got mounds of style! I can not wait to get my own copy!

    Well done, and best wishes!
    s.

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  3. Wow Jennifer!!! This is absolutely fantastic. I'm SO glad you shared this with us. Honestly, this is just the type of book I've been looking for and one I'm sure will be a reference for many people. Thanks for your hard work and time in putting it together of us!

    Have a great day! xo, Crystal

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  4. CAN NOT wait to see the book and to "hear" you on the WP tomorrow! Congrats!

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  5. Karen Carroll9:39 AM

    Congratulations, Jennifer. That's very exciting. Look forward to seeing the book.

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  6. Welcome back, neighbour. Glad to see the book and you know I'm going to buy it.

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  7. What a wonderful idea. Look forward to reading this book since I probably don't own one handbag or sweater with pockets that doesn't have fabric samples stuffed in them.

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  8. What a wonderful resource. I LOVE fabrics and look forward to seeing your book.

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  9. JohnT1:12 PM

    Knowing your love of fabrics, I am sure the book is FABULOUS!

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  10. i can't wait to see it!

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  11. Congrats Lovely Lady! I am certain I will have my copy as dogeared and marked up as my House Beautiful Paint Colors book--will you please sign my new copy?! :-)

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  12. i ordered this yesterday..

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  13. How EXCITING! Can't wait to see the book.
    Can't wait to see photos from your trip. I am sure you have all kinds of new inspirations to share with us.

    Welcome Home! We all missed your posts!

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  14. Yes, very exciting! Congrats Jennifer!

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  15. No reason to be shy---we're all ecstatic! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy. No doubt it will be beautifully written! What a wonderful book idea. Congrats Jennifer! xoxo katie

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  16. Congratulations Jennifer on your new book! House Beautiful clearly found the best person to write and edit a book on fabrics for them!

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  17. Very exciting news !Congrats

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  18. I ordered this Sunday from Amazon...Can't wait for it to arrive. I am also fond of House Beautiful's Colors For Your Home. Congratulations !

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  19. That's fantastic! No more hiding your light under a bushel :) I saw this in the magazine and I can't wait to get my hands on it! What a wonderfully useful and inspiring book. Many congrats!
    -Sanity Fair

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  20. Anonymous12:51 AM

    I really enjoyed your advice on the Washington Post chat! I love fabric so it was great to hear an expert's advice.

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  21. Just read this! Congratulations!!! wow - wow - wow!!! this is so wonderful!!!!

    JOni

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