I mentioned on Monday that Grace Bonney of
Design*Sponge held a book signing for her new book
Design*Sponge at Home here in Birmingham. Kudos to Grace and her team (as well as the Books-A-Million crew) for putting on such a great event! Ready for a quick recap for those of you who couldn't attend?
I showed up with a friend of mine a little early.
Perfect opportunity to play paparazzi. :)
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Design*Sponge book signing in Birmingham, via Dwell & Tell |
I whispered to my friend that it would be nice to get a pic with Grace, and we mozied our way towards the front. Right when I was about to ask for a photo they started the craft demo, which meant we didn't score the photo op, but we were in the prime location for to get some shots of the craft demo. |
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Grace walked us through a project featured in the book where you take vintage plates and candleholders to create cake and cupcake stands.
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D*S book signing, via Dwell & Tell |
Next, everyone lined up for the book signing (
How the heck were we the sixth-or-so in line? I have no idea! I think my friend was good luck...), and I awkwardly juggled my book, huge camera, lens cap, gi-normous handbag (I didn't realize it was the size of a small suitcase when I purchased it online)...
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Design*Sponge book signing, via Dwell & Tell |
...and prepped myself to take a
great pic with Grace. This was was up there in the scrapbook photo-ops.
But for whatever reason, I took one of the worst photos of my life. As did my friend. We're talking bad lighting, bad angle, awkward placement of props (book) - the whole nine yards. I'm not exaggerating, you guys. We laughed so hard when we sat down to look at them we were literally crying.
(Imagine Photo of
me + Grace here)
On the bright side, it was such a pleasure chatting with her for a second. She took her time with everyone in line and has a very warm, charismatic personality.
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Design*Sponge book signing in Birmingham, via Dwell & Tell |
*Update: Check out the photos taken by The White Rabbit Studios here. I ended up with a shot with her after all. :)
We hung out and enjoyed the yummy drinks while flipping through the book.
It's a great read and a wonderful addition to your decorating library. Lots of inspiration for DIY projects and creating beautiful spaces, and a great way to spend a few Sunday afternoons.
Do you have a copy? What do you think?