Grace Bonney's daily website Design*Sponge -dubbed 'Martha Stewart Living for Millennials' by The New York Times -has 60,000 daily readers who love the site for its home tours and makeovers, DIY projects, recipes, videos, and podcasts. Bonney created the site in 2004 as an antidote to the fussy ( and expensive) shelter magazines of her mother's generation, turning it into a rallying point for crafty young homeowners everywhere. Culled fro her site, but with 50 percent all-new material, DESIGN*SPONGE DECORATING ESSENTIALS is Bonney's definitive guide to creating a stylish home for young homeowners and renters. This is truly Design on a Dime-from the tours of real-life interiors, where the decor was culled from flea markets and the owners' objects as a butterfly dome. Along the way, Bonney teaches the reader the principles of decorating and collecting, empowering them to create beautiful homes of their own.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Kathrein
Format:Hardcover
This book goes a step further than simply giving you a sneak peak into some inspirational homes, it also dedicates a large portion of the book to DIY projects.
How to make projects include;
picture frames,
flower press,
block duvet cover,
sweater wreath,
Bentwood sconce,
storage bench,
cat bed,
stamped fabrics,
floor pillows, peg board pot rack,
cat scratcher,
curtain hooks,
quilting
and many more DIY projects that can been worked on from as little as a couple of hours or a long weekend for bigger projects.
There is also a flower workshop showing you how to create beautiful and seasonal floral arrangements and giving aproximate costs for each project.
The before and after section shows projects from start to finish; these include found items at garage sales, car boot sales, or ebay being transformed with the help of paint and fabric into an item to be proud of.
The book gives excellent value for money. I am an avid collector of design books and a keen bargain hunter. I have only had the book for one week, but I have already completed two of the projects; a DIY jewelry bust and a padded seat storage bench.
This is definitely one of the better design books on the market at the moment.
How to make projects include;
picture frames,
flower press,
block duvet cover,
sweater wreath,
Bentwood sconce,
storage bench,
cat bed,
stamped fabrics,
floor pillows, peg board pot rack,
cat scratcher,
curtain hooks,
quilting
and many more DIY projects that can been worked on from as little as a couple of hours or a long weekend for bigger projects.
There is also a flower workshop showing you how to create beautiful and seasonal floral arrangements and giving aproximate costs for each project.
The before and after section shows projects from start to finish; these include found items at garage sales, car boot sales, or ebay being transformed with the help of paint and fabric into an item to be proud of.
The book gives excellent value for money. I am an avid collector of design books and a keen bargain hunter. I have only had the book for one week, but I have already completed two of the projects; a DIY jewelry bust and a padded seat storage bench.
This is definitely one of the better design books on the market at the moment.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I ordered this book after being an avid reader of the Design Sponge Blog, which I highly recommend to anyone. This book is full of tips and tricks to transform you home on a budget. The sneak peeks into designers homes also makes for interesting reading. There is a great balance between pictures and text to really make the point. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for inspiration for home makeover ideas.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By MomaRach
Format:Hardcover
The cover doesn't do this book justice. It is jam packed with inspiration and ideas. If you like vintage and home made design mixed with new and modern classics you will love this !!
I have bought many books on home decoration here on Amazon but this was so good it made me want to write my first review on here. Very pleased i bought it. Great value for money too as you get LOTS of book for your money.
I have bought many books on home decoration here on Amazon but this was so good it made me want to write my first review on here. Very pleased i bought it. Great value for money too as you get LOTS of book for your money.
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just what i was after!
great solid book- includes some weekend projects to carry out. brimming with tips and décor ideas- suiting wide market of styles.
Published 12 days ago by hac
5.0 out of 5 stars
great book
this book has driven my boyfriend mad as new peices of furniture are constantly appearing that i can upcycle and make my own. gives great tips, ideas and insporation. Read more
Published 2 months ago by sophie sheen
4.0 out of 5 stars
A handy expression of the web
I would reccomend it
I like the photos and the option to have a look any time I want without having to "on" my computer.. Read more
I like the photos and the option to have a look any time I want without having to "on" my computer.. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Emlabs
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book, beautiful pages and beautiful quality
This book has a real weight to it with a lovely tactile cover. Full of stunning pictures printed on a nice heavy weight paper. Very happy with it over all.
Published 3 months ago by Laurel
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of ideas, a bit confusing
This book has lots of ideas but I think its a bit confusing. You can't find what you're looking for right away. Despite all, you can always find something to improve your home.
Published 7 months ago by Ana
5.0 out of 5 stars
Design sponge at home
After becoming addicted to the design sponge blog almost immediately after stumbling across it one day I knew, as soon as I saw this the book on Amazon, that it too needed to... Read more
Published 12 months ago by whirlligig
5.0 out of 5 stars
The "Bible" of mix & much decoration
This is a book worth waiting for... actually came earlier than I thought !
Real homes with fresh ideas and a lot of DIY projects. Read more
Real homes with fresh ideas and a lot of DIY projects. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ifigenia Mataraga
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic! A must have!
I'm in love with this book!
It does justice to the website with plenty of design ideas, DIY projects, and gorgeous pictures.
This book is really inspiring!
It does justice to the website with plenty of design ideas, DIY projects, and gorgeous pictures.
This book is really inspiring!
Published 17 months ago by Fabi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect home inspiration!
I totally adore design*sponge and it's been the first book I've preordered in ages! I love the cover and it's huge! Read more
Published 18 months ago by lainey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely Book with Great Ideas
A wonderful book with more than a hundred ideas for people who love décor! It has also DIY projects with great ideas and very simple to do! I truly recommend this book.
Published 19 months ago by Francisca Homem
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