*Sorry but this giveaway is closed, but feel free to read all about how we met Young House Love.
Nick and I scheduled a hot date for Saturday morning. We were going to do all kinds of dinnerware and home decor shopping. I actually needed to exchange some plates at west elm too, but man look at the line. People really wanted to get their west elm shop on.
Don’t worry there isn’t a pillow shortage or anything. It was the Young House Love book tour which we had been anxiously awaiting like the rest of the world (or in this case the rest of Dallas).
We rolled up about 10:30am with the book signing scheduled to start at 11:00am. There was easily 250 people ahead of us in line. It was pretty crazy. Luckily, the people around us were super friendly, so we were able to kill the time by chatting with them.
I mischievously drank coco and ate the much publicized YHL cookies. Yes when in Dallas best be prepared to bring the glitter. It was a nice distraction from my supreme nervousness. It’s just weird when you read about someone’s life for so long, then you actually get to meet them. You feel like you KNOW them, but you’ve never meet. (Am I getting myself into a Catfish type situation? But they don’t know me, so is it even weirder that I know so much about them? Oh internet thank you for these puzzling inner debates.)
Nick Edit: John is obviously more experienced at smiling for photos than I am… oh well.
After about 2.5 hours, we finally got up there to meet them and get our books signed. Sherry complimented my outfit, and I blubbered something incoherent. I’m just so awkward. I was silently terrified Nick would out me for having spent way too much time deciding what to wear that morning. (In my defense, he had already done it once that morning when we got breakfast, so I was bracing myself.) I know I’m outting myself now, but this is the internet. You can’t see my embarrassment.
If you’re wondering whether or not they can somehow be as insanely nice in person as they are on their blog…. well they are. You can tell they are incredibly genuine and honestly humble.
After we were done, we went and signed their guest book. Of course I couldn’t think of what to write. I mean if I messed up I couldn’t cross it out. Lots of pressure here! Nick jumped in with his witty self.
Also there were a lot of women telling Nick he was so sweet to wait in line with me. Hey ladies, he’s been reading for much longer than I have. I didn’t read any blogs until about 3 years ago, so he was way ahead of me. He even comments especially back when we were both planning our nurseries at the same time. (Ramona is about 6 months older than Clara, and we are still working on her “nursery”. Confession: She still sleeps in a crib.)
What does this all mean for you…
We’re giving away a signed Young House Love book! We know that not everyone had the opportunity to go to a book signing, so why not get an extra to share with you guys? It’s our way of saying thank you for reading, commenting, and just generally encouraging us this year. Here’s the deal…
Prize: One Signed Young House Love book
Giveaway Closes: Monday, November 26th at 11pm CST
Prize Ships: Only to the continental US (sorry international readers)
Nitty Gritty: One winner will be selected by random.org and announced Tuesday, November 27th.
To enter: Comment and tell us what a person or blog inspires/encourages you.
Bonus:
1. Like us on facebook.
2. Follow us on twitter.
3. Follow us on instagram.
4. Share about the giveaway on facebook (via Wills Casa) or twitter.
Make sure to leave a comment for each. You have 5 chances to win! The only caveat is that you may have to fight Ramona-punzel for it. Good luck!
*Note: This is what she puts on every morning, so no we did not dress her in any special way for this photo op.
Well, I find you guys very inspiring (and Ramona-punzel, too!), but YHL and Teal & Lime both inspired me to take the plunge and dye my living room slipcovers (I googled “dyeing slipcovers”!).
I love having all of you young bloggers/home designers for inspiration….you can teach an old dog new tricks!
And I just followed you on Twitter (even though I hardly look at mine!).
And I finally got Instagram to let me follow you, too!
And I’ve been following you on Facebook for months!
And I just shared your post on Facebook….ta da!
there are so many blogs that inspire me! it’s hard to say a favorite!!! but i love dana at make them wonder because she shares a random act of kindness she and her kids do each week- i love that idea!
and now i like you on facebook! i just found and followed your blog yesterday and love your ideas!
Thanks for the giveaway! I love YHL
Followed on twitter (@ashleywatson717)
Followed on instagram! (@ashleywatson717)
Liked on Facebook!
Follow you on FB
Love SugarPlum and Wills CAsa of course!
Apartment Therapy is an inspirational blog. I hope that someday I do something Apartment Therapy worthy. Or to be a guest blogger on Wills Casa 😉
Flattery will get you nowhere Cecile….. But seriously don’t stop
WAHOO!! Most awesome giveaway!
Current blog inspiring me:
Dave Ramsey’s How to Have a Merry Different Christmas!
http://www.daveramsey.com/christmas/blog
Daily posts about wise Christmas spending, continuing to pay off debt, living a giving life, fun holiday art, and guest posts from those who share Dave’s core principals about handling money God’s way. Excellent motivation while I continue to pay off my debt during this busy shopping season! A FREE book would fit right into my holiday budget! 😉
Following now!
Facebook: May Rashid
Following on Twitter: @may_rashid
Following on Instagram: yellowcharm
Sharing is caring:
Shared on Facebook!
Annnnnd Tweeted about the giveaway
Well YHL has been most inspiring, as is Wills Casa 😉 ( me sucking up? No not at all!)
(ps. Janet is my mom)
And my fondness for chalk paint was inspired by My Sweet Savannah. Love this give away since I couldn’t suck it up and drive all the way to Dallas from Brock – Amber you’ll have to tell me more about meeting them
1) Ambers outfit rocks 2)Nick, you look alright too I suppose. 3) I liked you on Facebook like years ago.. okay, maybe months, but who’s counting…
1) Ramona-punzel is the coolest little-chick ever 2) I don’t really have a two on this one, and may have to stop formatting my responses this way from now on. 3) I shared your link on Facebook, but secretly hope that NO ONE elses sees it. (for my sake not yours, I will gladly blast it after the giveaway is over…)
1) I have to keep scrolling up, to see everything you have asked me to do 2) I am a dedicated stalker, and will do anything for an awesome freebie 3) Followed you on Twitter!
4) Re-tweeted your tweet..
Lastly, (I think, I am so confused and need I more caffeine,) followed WillsCasa on Instagram, so I can keep up with Nona’s cuteness!
Um, okay so I forgot the very first step…
There are SO many awesome blogs, but I really enjoy
http://www.lizmarieblog.com/
http://www.younghouselove.com/
and, of course
WILLS CASA, even back when it was WILLS CASA DOS!
Okay I’ve “liked” you on FB for quite some time now!
Ive been most inspired by Ashley Campbell (Under the Sycamore blog) . Her photos are amazing.
I’m staking you on Instagram!
I shared the link to the contest on Facebook too.
YHL is pretty inspiring!
Fun post! I got to meet them a while back at the Haven Conference, and I PROMISE, I out-awkwarded you. (See? I even made up an awkward word about it just now.) Plus: my son is a little older than Clara, and still in a crib. Thanks for making me feel a little better about it! Ha!
I would have to say that you are my inspiration both on the blog and in “real” life 😉
I am following you on Facebook
I am following you on twitter
I am following you on Instagram
The House of Hepworths blog, the Blue Print Store blog (they’re from Dallas!), Apartment Therapy blog and of course, my personal favorite, The Wills Casa blog are some blogs that are truly inspiring and are full of inspiration and creativity. When we get a house of our own we’ve got a long list of DIY’s to do! Can’t wait!
Following you on Facebook
Following you on Instagram
Shared on Facebook
I’m not eligible seeing as I don’t live in the US, but I just wanted to comment and say how incredibly jealous I am!!!! Fingers crossed now that they’re on the NYT best sellers list they’ll get to come out here to Australia
Thanks for the chance! The only blogs I read regularly are YHL, and Meg Deurksen (“whatever”) and Ali Edwards! I have cut back a lot.
But I think you are adorable and funny and I WILL come back! Found you via Instagram! I couldn’t mke the closest book signing (Chicago) and was SOOOO bummed!!
Off to go follow you on Facebook!!
Young House Love inspires me daily! They’re a nice reminder that you don’t have to spend 1,000’s of dollars to make your home look beautiful
Following you on Twitter!
Liked you on Facebook!
Following you on Instagram!
I am always inspired by Design*Sponge and YHL! And as trite as this sounds, I’m always inspired to be crafty or look at household items differently by Pinterest. Inspiration by blog is my favorite post-work unwind!