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.
Stephanie says
Congrats you guys on making the NYT bestsellers list!! i’ve been reading your blog for a few months now and i’m always impressed by your projects, honesty and how generally awesome you guys are!!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Stephanie!
xo
s
Eileen says
I am so pleased for your success. It’s wonderful to see such genuinely nice people have such good things happen to them! What a thrill for you to see your book on the NYT bestseller list.
YoungHouseLove says
Thanks Eileen!
xo
s
Lindsay says
Congrats on the NYT Best Seller List! Very cool! We just got a West Elm in Indianapolis that I can’t wait to check out. Wish it could have come sooner so it could have hosted you guys!
Keep up the good work! You make our days at work a little better everyday!
Ami L says
Soooo happy to see you guys hit the best sellers list!! Well deserved for sure. I hope you both had a great time here in Canada… I was pretty bummed that I didn’t get to make it to Toronto to see you, but some of my friends did and said you were both just as lovely in person as you seem on the blog (and funny ;))! Curious what hotel did you stay in in Toronto?? Looks great, but not familiar (also that is a pretty gourmet poutine haha).
YoungHouseLove says
We’ll share all the details when we do our little hotel crashing!
xo
s
Jenn says
I’m just so happy for ya’ll! Congrats on all the blessings being heaped upon you! To continued success in all you do!
Olivia says
Holy cow, that is soooooooooooo exciting! Congrats, you two! You deserve it. As usual, I love these tour updates. Thanks & hope you can relax a bit this weekend!
Katie says
Huge congratulations! Well-deserved! The book is amazing and y’all should be so proud. :) Safe travels and enjoy my fine city tomorrow (wish I could come see you, but we have a 3yo and a newborn at home and life is just a little nuts right now!). Keep posting those awesome instagram pics!
Lexie says
Before I continue, I want to point out that you guys beat out the book, I Could Pee On This! It made me spill my coffee!!
Anyway, I am so happy for you guys! I am also happy we are able to purchase an autographed copy of your NY TIMES bestseller online rather than miss out.
Happy Thanksgiving!
YoungHouseLove says
Hahaha- how hilarious is that!! With a name like that, they’ll beat us next week for sure!
xo
s
Meghan says
Congrats on the NYT best sellers list!!! I am so sad I missed you guys in Toronto… boo to the flu!! Glad you had fun in Toronto, we do have the typical ‘chainy’ hotel however most of the hotels downtown are gorgeous and make me drool! We have some super awesome restaurants… my husband and I try to go to a new ‘unique’ restaurant once a month because there are sooooo many amazing ones in the city.
YoungHouseLove says
Love that!
xo
s
Keelin says
The newly engaged couple from Michigan at the Chicago signing waited directly behind me in line…they were so cute!
It was so awesome to meet you both and I put one of your book ideas to use before I had even left the store! I bought a cheery ceramic bowl at West Elm to commemorate the event. Now every time I use it/see it on my nightstand, I think of how cool it was meeting you guys, even though I was AWKWARD ;)
Congrats on the best seller list…you two deserve it!
Jennifer B says
So proud of you guys!
Linda says
Huge, ginormous CONGRATULATIONS on the NYTBSL thing! But of course we all knew you’ve got a good thing going way before you officially made that list!
Christina P (NS) says
Congratulations – I am so very excited for you, you deserve it!!!
I’m glad that you enjoyed Toronto (and all of your stops this leg); I laughed at Mary’s comment above since I thought the same thing when I saw the Mountie(Ranger) Moose photo :)
I am SO EXCITED for the link to purchase autographed copies of your book and have already sent the link to my hubby with a “What a great gift idea….” subject line!
YoungHouseLove says
Hahah I love your subtle hubby hint!
xo,
s
Christina W. says
Congrats to you both, this is fantastic news!!! (and well deserved!)
I was so excited to meet y’all last night in Houston I got so tongue tied!
Enjoy the rest of your travels and have a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving!
YoungHouseLove says
We loved meeting you too!
xo,
s
Kate says
Congrats!
Tiffany says
Okay good, I thought it was strange to write our own message! It was awkward… haha. But my note made John laugh, so mission accomplished. I was the second prego after the one in the picture above (with my son Desmond). Just wanted to say you guys are so genuinely nice! I thought it would be awkward to meet you guys, but you both so friendly and laid back it wasn’t. Thanks so much for coming out to Toronto, so nice meeting you both. :)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Tiffany! It was so nice to meet you!
xo,
s
Jess says
Did you have the pleasure of driving on a Toronto highway during rush hour? We have mad traffic here. And fun fact: the 401 (our main cross-city highway) is the busiest highway in North America!
Congrats on the NYT and all of your successes! You guys are on a roll!!
Oh! Do you have any idea where that worm watercolor came from?? It’s too cute!
YoungHouseLove says
That was painted by her! Isn’t that an awesome DIY?! As for the traffic, thankfully it wasn’t too bad for us but we never were driving during rush hour…
xo,
s
Sarah says
This feels weird to say, but I’m just so proud of you guys! No one deserves this kind of success more than you and you’re taking it all in stride (and dorkiness!). I love the tour updates, keep them coming! I live in Detroit, which is woefully devoid of West Elms, so these posts are like a little slice of each signing.
Big awkward hugs!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw, big awkward hug right back!
xo
s
Nicole Y. says
Congratulations! You guys deserve it!
Did you guys figure out the Portland date yet? I’m actually visiting my friend there in January and it would be awesome if it was the same time! Or have you decided to add a CA date onto the tour? :)
YoungHouseLove says
We’re still waiting on that info but we’ll share it as soon as we know!
xo,
s
Mallory M. says
Hey guys, I just want to say that I’m not surprised at all about the NYT list! Just being at the West Elm in Toronto, and seeing how many people were lined up, with books in hand, and realizing that that was multiplied… with the same lines in all the States you visited/were going to visit, as well as al the people who bought books but couldn’t makes the signings… I’m almost surprised your book wasn’t higher up on the list! Haha. It was so surreal, not just meeting you guys in Toronto, but looking at the line of people. It was awesome being able to put faces to all the people who share my interest in you guys! When we read your blog, I’d say most of us are sitting alone and to suddenly be in a home decor store PACKED with other readers, was crazy. You guys have this many fans not only because you have great ideas that ANY of us could pull off if we wanted to try them, but also because you are the SWEETEST, most humble people and it just shows. A lot of people were nervous to meet you but I’m sure they realized when they got to that table that, yes, you are people like us, haha. But really nice people who put in the time to meet as many of your followers as you could. In Toronto, us “end-of-the-liners” were worried when it was almost 8:00 and only half the line had met you…. but I had this feeling you would stay long enough for us all to get a chance. That was greatly appreciated… especially after being caught in the rain with no umbrella and waiting in wet clothes to meet you, hahaha!
Sorry this turned out to be so long… I’m just really happy to have found your blog and in turn, got to meet one of the sweetest, “punniest” couples on the Internet :)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw you’re so sweet. Made me cry. So thankful for you guys.
xo,
s
Heather says
YAY! Such exciting news, my little NYT Bestsellers!
We had the opportunity to meet you all in Minneapolis and even my husband (who is not a reader, but I dragged along), was like, “Wow, they are super nice”. You are the cutest, sweetest, most genuine couple EVER and I’m so happy you share so much of your life with all of us.
Congrats!
YoungHouseLove says
Awww, thanks Heather! Glad to meet you both!
-John
LauraC says
So much fun to read!!!! Love hearing the details and love that you’re feeling the love! Even if it poops you out. ;)
Danielle says
Congrats!! It’s so awesome that your book is doing so well – and the signings, too! I’m a little jealous of the Chicago folks – heck, we don’t have a West Elm store in Michigan! – and a little bummed I couldn’t make the trip. But still soooo very happy for you guys and I wish you all the best with the rest of the tour!
Allison says
Yayyy! I also welled up a little – so happy for you guys! I was so excited for today’s post after yesterday’s hint… I sent an email to my coworker and fellow YHL lover: Crazy YHL update tomorrow plus it’s Friday? Best day ever!
She agreed and of course we both lamented over the fact that it wasn’t pregnancy news yet, but also totally hate that we get asked all the time the same ‘are you pregnant yet?’ question because we have now both been married over a year and apparently that means the clock starts ticking? So we promise when we meet you in DC we won’t bring it up :)
Congratulations again and can’t wait to see you in a week and a half!! (I know I’m rounding down a little but I’m just too excited!)
YoungHouseLove says
Haha you’re so sweet Allison!
xo,
s
Jennie says
Haha, Allison … my husband and I waited almost five years after we got married before we had our baby girl. You should have heard the comments we got! Most of the time, it was “Well … I guess you guys aren’t going to have any kids …”
Jamie says
Hee hee, “PAT-ersik”
YoungHouseLove says
Ha! Yeah, she got it right on the first try during the introduction, so we’ll take it!
-John
Erin says
OK, I’m officially exhausted for you! What an amazing (but tiring) week. But most of all, I just want to say huge congrats on the NYT Best-seller list. I’m so happy for you and oddly proud!
JS says
Congrats and all that, but what I really want to know is whether the blinds in the Toroto hotel room shower were inside or outside the shower? Because if they were outside, what would stop someone outside the shower opening the blinds???
YoungHouseLove says
They were outside! And we thought the same thing. But I guess they couldn’t be inside or they’d get wet. Ideally they’d be those blinds that are within the glass itself, I guess.
-John
J says
Boo poutine is all wrong. Must be thick gravy and cheese curds! Thin gravy soaks into the fries. Thick gravy and curds gives you a heart attack which is definitely the point. Did you stay at the Gladstone? Or the drake? I waited in line for a bit but my sister had just broken her toe the day before so we couldn’t stay too long! I def snuck some pix from the side though!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks J! We stayed at the Germaine. More details when we hotel crash!
xo,
s
Kate says
Congrats on making the Best Sellers list and on the Morning Show! That is so cool.
I’m so glad that the tour is going well for you guys, you totally deserve it. =)
Really bummed that I missed you guys when you came to Chicago, but I wasn’t feeling well and didn’t want to get you guys sick if I was coming down with something. Hopefully you guys will be in Chicago or near by again in the near future.
I hope the rest of your tour goes well.
Good luck!
YoungHouseLove says
Hope you’re feeling better!
-John
Ellen says
Congrats on the bestseller list!!
Can’t wait to see you guys tomorrow in Dallas! (We are making the trip up there and combining it with also possibly buying a minivan in the Dallas area, so it’s an exciting day all around…)
YoungHouseLove says
Awesome! See you soon!
-John
Erika @ Our Cozy Cubbyhole says
CONGRATS on making the NYT bestseller list!! How exciting! You guys absolutely deserve it. :)
Erin says
I get excited over streets named after me. Because any Erin Lane, Street, Avenue, is definitely named AFTER me. :)
Congratulations on making the Bestseller list! I laughed over number 10 and then shared it with friends!
YoungHouseLove says
Oh yeah, when I spotted that I started recounting other cities where I’ve spotted one… Seattle, WA; Charlottesville, VA…
-John
Alex says
Sherry, where are those jeans you’re wearing in the R. Home pictures from? So cute.
YoungHouseLove says
Gap skinnies. Love them.
xo,
s
Jen says
This was a very entertaining post!! I lol’d in public a few times!! What a fun-filled, action-packed adventure!!!
Melissa says
Wow! So happy to hear you guys made it onto the New York Times Best Sellers list! Wish I could of made it to the Toronto signing. Thats awesome that you guys were able to cross the border to meet a slew of your Canadian fans, wish I could have made it!
Enjoy all of the success that is coming to you- it is much deserved!
Betsy says
Love the paint on the globe idea. I have some room paint left over, I think i will try it! Cant wait to get your book! Congrats on the great tour.
Lauren@FilingJointly says
Congratulations!! No one deserves it more.
It was so nice to meet you both in Chicago even if I was an awkward mess…
YoungHouseLove says
You were amazing! So nice to meet you!
xo,
s
Stephanie says
Congrats on being a BESTSELLER! That’s so awesome. But when are you coming to Caifornia???
Also, I really must say that I’m a little offended by #5 (Wheat Belly), which states that wheat should be eliminated from our diet. I am a carb addict, and as a half-French girl, need my bread and almond croissants. /random wheat rant over.
YoungHouseLove says
We hope we end up in Cali! Would love to meet you!
xo,
s
Julie B says
OMG! You worked “—- in a box” into a post. I’m still waiting on Jack Sparrow! ;)
YoungHouseLove says
Hahah!
xo,
s
Benita says
Congrats! And you were great on TV!
KathyG says
Congrats! I love it when hardworking people are rewarded for their efforts!
Are the babies handling all of your traveling and away time ok? Mine always stick to me like glue the day after I get back from a trip.
YoungHouseLove says
They seem to be having the best time without us which is sad for us but ultimately great! No tears and lots of fun with Granmy and Tomtom!
xo,
s
Tracey says
Congratulations on the best seller list! Being a Canadian i’m glad you enjoyed Toronto. Although, it’s commonly referred to as the Big Smoke. Never heard it called T-Dot. Any plans for visits to other Canadian Cities? There’s more to Canada than Toronto.
YoungHouseLove says
We’d love to end up there again! We’ll keep you posted if our publisher schedules anything else!
xo,
s
Becky says
Did I miss comments about your stop in Mpls?
Your other travels sound like a whirlwind but so much fun. Congrats on your success!
YoungHouseLove says
Those will be in the next installment! Too many pics to go through!
xo,
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Audrey says
Congrats on getting to No 6, delighted for you, it’s a fantastic achievement and you should be very proud! Finally got my book today in the post (I’m in Ireland so it took a bit longer to get here :-)) and I can’t wait to get home from work and flick through it….and then get my boyfriend on board with redecorating the apartment ;-)
Glad it’s all going so well for you.
Audrey x
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Audrey!
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Amy says
Oh man, this post made me cry…like reals tears – I am so happy for you! Okay, maybe not roll down your face tears but fillin’ up the eyeballs tears. I don’t know you guys, and probably never will (how could you POSSIBLY leave Vermont off your list of book tours) : ) but I think you are great peeps. As for your book taking over the world of DIY, I could have told you though that would happen – so awesome. Congratulations!
YoungHouseLove says
Aw you’re so sweet. Now you’ve got me crying. Thanks so much to all of you guys for reading. Couldn’t have done it without you.
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Maria says
Fist bumps and high fives to ya! Truly a well-deserved honor!
And oh my gosh, a couple getting engaged with you book? Dude, I want to marry that guy! (Don’t tell my husband) :)
YoungHouseLove says
I know right?! So sweet!
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Kelli says
It couldn’t happen to two nicer, more deserving people! It makes me happy to see you rewarded for all of the hard work you have put into your book and your blog! You are always so open and receptive and gracious to your readers…we all feel like we know you. Congrats, guys! Cheers!
Lisa R says
Well I just couldn’t be happier for the two of you! Congratulations! And you both were great on The Morning show. I wasn’t able to make it to the Chicago signing so I’m really enjoying all the photos from your stops.
Anne says
It seems fitting that I finished the book AND heard about the best seller list today!!! Congratulations, Petersiks!! Wowsers!! (My husband said, “Are you ready that straight through, cover to cover?” I replied quizzically, “Yeah.” LOL!)
YoungHouseLove says
Hahaha I love it! You read the whole thing. Wow, that’s awesome.
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Liz says
I’m sure someone else has said it (or maybe I’m the only weird one who thinks this way), but I’m just so proud of you guys making it on the NYT list (& writing/publishing a book to begin with)! I know… I don’t actually know you, had nothing to do with you writing the book, need to live by normal social practices, blah blah blah… but it’s true. Way to go! And if you ever extend your trip to include L.A. (I almost hope you don’t, as I want you to be able to rest!), I’m there! The West Elm in Santa Monica sure is great… :)
YoungHouseLove says
Aw thanks Liz! You’re so sweet!
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