Do you find yourself discontent in your home? Have you given up, assuming that there is no way you can follow all of the decorating rules, rules you don't even know? Do you long for a home that reflects what is important to you and your family, welcomes friends, and is an inviting retreat at the end of a long day?
I swiped that paragraph strait from my first ebook, It Doesn't Have to be Perfect to be Beautiful. Those nine words also known as IDHTBPTBB have become my battle cry, my mantra, and the ebook-- my manifesto. And I hope you will adopt them as well. {am I the only one who thinks unibomber when I hear the word "manifesto"?}
I know some of you are familiar with my philosophy of a home. I've written about it here from time to time. But, I thought it would be helpful to have everything in one spot so anyone can access it all in one place without having to click around. Plus, I added in lots of new stuff. It's a quick read at only 16 pages and that includes all the photos.
I truly believe that the home where you live in right now can become your dream home. This ebook isn't a step by step list of rules for you to follow to achieve a perfect home but rather a fun read that will free you to make your home what you want it to be starting now.
The ebook is free to you for simply signing up for my Newsletter. A newsletter that I have no idea if I will follow through with and actually write but right now it sounds like a fun idea. Your email address will never be sold or abused in any way and if you hate the newsletter you can unsubscribe at any time.
There's also a companion book, or as I like to call it IDHTBPTBB's twin brother, written by my favorite contractor, Remodeling Guy called The Power of Remodeling: How Remodeling Your Home Can Change Your Life. It's a great read and it's free as well. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll wish there was a movie.
For those of you wondering how I got all my computer smarts to come out with a fancy ebook and all I confess, Remodeling Guy did all the computer parts for me. Did you know that he's a computer wiz too? His attention to detail is unbelievable. Thanks RG for slaving away for me!
There is a box to fill in your name and email right above this. If you cannot see it, that means your computer has some kind of block on it. No worries, email me and I'll sign you up and tell you what to do!
114 comments:
I love it! Except I didn't see any pictures of me. Must've missed it -- I'll check again.
Congratulations on your new book Nester! It's awesome and I'm so glad I could help with it!
Computer wiz? We'll see... I sure hope everything works!
Have a great day!
It's great! But I didn't see any pictures of me. Must've missed it -- I'll check again
Thanks, I'm so glad to have all the great ideas in one or two clicks!! You've always helped me work through all my house issues!! :)
I'm so excited for you! I'm also excited for me -- cause now I can read all your wisdom.
Happy Book Release Day!
Fantastic! Can't wait to read it.
Wow, for free, all of that! Thanks a bundle!
I just got the email -- it's free? Oh my, honey I had already gotten out my debit card so I could buy it! I wasn't leaving for work 'til it was done.
You just made my Monday!
SO cool! Thank you so much for offering this for your readers, Nester! :) I am really looking forward to learning more from you. :) Do we go to Remodeling Guy's site to download his book too? Thank you again!
Signed,
Interior Design Challenged
(Amanda) :)
Yep, go to RG's site to get his book!
Be patient with mine as we work out the kinks--anyone actually get the book yet?
heart y'all!
Ahhh! I'm so excited! I will have to wait until tomorrow to delve into the book, though. I have a sick little diva home with me today.
Congratulations to you and thank you so much!
Hugs from Eventually Cottage!
Wow! This is great. Yes, I got the book a minute ago. Can't wait to read it. Thanks Nester & RG!
Beth
Congrats on your new book venture!
~Michelle
An actual E book? Wow!! You are the savy one. I love the idea. I can't wait to see it and print it of course. Congrats!! What a wonderful idea.
WOW! I'm impressed. That was quick,easy, and painless. Thanks for your efforts in making America beautiful and happy. Keep up the good work.
Wow! I'm excited about your ebook! Thanks for being so generous!
Gosh, you're awesome!
Nester, I heart you.
Thanks! This is just what I need, all your great ideas in one spot!!! My day just got better!
Awesome!! and Congrats! I can't wait to read it!!
~TidyMom
will you sign my ebook?
This is fantastic...I feel like I won the lottery. And how exciting for you...a book, wow. This is perfect timing too as we are getting ready to do some things in our little house after a 9 year dry spell. So thanks a bunch!!!
How cool is this idea. I love all of your ideas, I can't wait to read it!!!
Congrats on yet another wonderful idea! Now all you need is the TV show!
~M
Wow, this is so nice. I can't tell you how many times I have come to your site on different occassions so I can read up on different things. This will be nice to have it all in one place. One reference. Thanks so much!
Off to check out RG.
Thank you for the book! How exciting!!! I enjoy your blog and read everyday...I even go through all of your old posts!!!
~Nancy
Can't wait to get the ebook!
This is so cool! Thanks for creating this and offering it for free!
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your wealth of creativity and inspiration with us - and thanks for doing it for free! You rock!
Yea, Yea - I have read every word and LOVE it!!!
You both (Tim) have done an amazing job!
This is such a great idea! I seriously can't wait to read your sprigs of wisdom (get it...like a nest..ha!). I read Tim's ebook yesterday and I thought it was fantastic.
Have a good one!
Very inspiring e-book! Thanks!
Thanks so much for making this available to us!!!!
Thank you so much! I just looked at it, it is fantastic! I can't wait ti print it, read it, study it, drool over the pictures..... (I love your site - can you tell?! LOL)
I am so excited!
Thank you so much for the the ebook and all of the fantastic give a ways you have been having lately!
You do remember you're moving, right?
You must have master packers in your house. ;)
I'm heading to my e-mail right now.
Have a fantastic day!
*Tricia
We are moving ina couple weeks out of the home my children have only known...I am actually a little excited about moving into an apartment because of the "ease" factor. However I want to make sure it feels like a home to my children. I do believe a home is not a structure per say but any tips on making a rental feel homey?
Hooray! I am sooooo excited about this! Thanks so much for all of the fab ideas. yipeeeeeeee!
;) Andi
Can't wait to check my Inbox. Yes, you should DEFINITALY call it the "Nestletter". That is perfecto!
Hugs,
M
Nester,
You are so savvy. I can visualize the Lifetime movie right now, Mistreated: The Nesting Place Story.
Thanks for the book!
Awesome, awesome, AWESOME! Thank you for such a generous gift. :)
SO proud of you sweet girl!
(and of course, I love the book!)
:-)
xoxo
Nester, I big puffy heart you. <3
Awesome! Congrats! I cannot wait to read the book!!
Thank you so much!
Love your blog. Since I started reading we have painted our bedroom & bathroom, kids bathroom, game room & entryway.
They know us by name at Home Depot!
Nester, great job with the e-book. I'm sure it will be a smashing success.
I've printed it out all pretty on my color laser printer...you look so pretty in print!! Thanks so much for all the wit and wisdom; I've totally subscribed to the "It Doesn't Have to be Perfect to be Beautiful" philosophy!!! xoxo
I must be having a Monday Moment. How do I sign up for the newsletter? I can't find a link anywhere!
I am so impressed! Wow! Congrats on your new ebook--just signed up and can't wait to read it. :-)
Absolutely fantastic, and so encouraging! Congratulations on your first ebook because it's terrific!(It came in my email almost immediately)
Thanks Nester!!
Betsy
You never cease to amaze us! :) Can't wait to read the e-book!!
Wow, you've been a busy, busy nester! Thanks for sharing your book with us. :-)
~Heather
Thanks...I am going to get it right now!!!!!!!
I am so excited! Good luck on your newsletter, but know we will love you no matter what !!!!
Wonderful book, Nester! I love it!
Nester... Barnes and Noble in AZ wants to know if you'll do a book signing. Funny... they've got you booked for the store nearest me! Come share a little something chocolatey in a mug with me? Love the book... every house needs one on their virtual book shelf. Better yet, printed out and bound on the coffee table.
Thanks for the book! I had read that it was coming when I got RG's ebook this weekend. I was so excited to check your blog this morning. And, thanks for making it free. I know it must have taken many hours to put it together.
Woo hoo! You go, girl!
And thanks for your comment. It made my birdie tassel happy. : )
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Thanks so much! I skimmed through and it looks great - I'm looking forward to spending more time with it this evening and getting new ideas and inspiration.
Thanks so very much!! Can't wait to read it!!
Nester,
Thanks for the book. It looks great. I cannot wait to read it this evening.
love ya!
I am so excited about this! Thank you!
so exciting. Congrats. I am signed up and can not wait!
Genius girl, just genius!
~Misti
I've read it and read it and what
a great way to start a rainy dreary Monday morning in Delaware. Now the big question...when's your
hardback coffee table book with all
your creative ideas and beatiful
pictures coming out? You know
that's the next step and we all want you to write it in your own
special style....!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm a bit choked up - I just finished reading your ebook and it really spoke to me. I'm an emotional person anyway but I am very happy for you and all that you have done to inspire others like me. I now should try to shower for the day - it being 3pm - but I think I'll take a walk around my house instead and be thankful for the imperfections!
Thank you Nester!
Congratulations on your new book! My favorite quote is "embrace your imperfections"!!! Love it. So freeing!
Congrats, gf. Your hard work has paid off. I'm excited for you.
I, too, am looking forward to the coffee table book. Any publisher would be a big dummy to turn away such an awesome book idea.
I want a BIG, hardback, full-photo book with your pretty face on the back.
And it has nothing to do with wanting to get my own work published, either. ;)
Wow, congrats! I can't wait to check out your book!! I'm off to check my e-mail!
I'm so confused. Feeling like an idiot. Where do I click to sign up? I'm not seeing anything.
I love your Dad's comment!
Also, you seem to be the only person in the world to spell Unibomber properly. It does have to be close to perfect when spelling is involved and seeing "Unabomber" is one of those burrs under my saddle. Thanks for making my day with that.
And you are The Best with this book. Awesome generosity.
Thanks so much!
I already read the whole thing and loved all of it! You really helped me feel better about my tiny rental and making it my temporary "dream home". Thanks!
You have yet another amazing talent. Well written!
I had to stop on page 8 to tell you so : )
Dee
Oh! are you deciding on a name for the newsletter?
How about Best of the Nest?
Dee
I just finished reading the e-book. Thank you so much! We've lived in our home for over five years, and I've been too afraid to do anything, especially paint. I think I'm feelig a little braver now. : )
Thanks again!
Thanks for being so kind and sharing your ideas with us! I {heart} the ebook! It's fantastic!
Enjoy your day,
~kp
justsimplysouthern.blogspot.com
You can't spell worth a darn but you got "Unibomber" right. Amazing.
WOW! conratulations on the ebook and thank you so much for sharing! ♥
Love the book - thanks for sharing!!!
Hate to be a nitpicker but "Unabomber" is the correct spelling.
It stands for UN-iversity and A-irline BOMBER.
It looks awful that way, but it really is Unabomber, with an A, not an I.
And on a lighter note, thanks for the book!!
Yay! Thank you!
Thanks for sharing! You made me think about what I wanted out of my home so I, of course, blogged about it. :o)
Thanks for the book, such a great idea! Thanks for delivering mine all the way 'down under'. Lucky you have wings :)
I would love to receive your book, but I'm not sure how to go about getting it- do you just need my email? -kellyjg123@yahoo.com
Thanks so much!
Congrats on your ebook. I wanted to download it this morning when I first saw your post...but, the day just got away from me. So I'm doing now.
I'm so excited!
Nester, I think that I am in love with you!!! This E-Book is just what I needed!!!! Thanks so much! Do you realize how many people you help everyday overcome the decorating woes? I am planning on doing some mistreatments soon to some windows. Thanks for being such an inspiration!
Congratulations! So excited to read this. So, our next step is still to get you on Oprah. Working on it...
:)
I think it is hilarious that you are giving away your e-book in exchange for signing up for a newsletter that you may or may not do.
Are we twins? :)
I am SO looking forward to having all your great ideas in one book.
May is a theme month on my blog - Magazine May, but I'm gonna figure out some way to work this giveaway into my post.
An e-book is kinda like a magazine, right?!
I just had a few minutes to sit down and read your book. This will go hand in hand with The Christian Woman's Guide to Hospitality as I continue making our home into a place that we and our friends and extended family love to be in. I intend to spend some time contemplating your style and atmosphere words- the better to nail down my own unique style! Thanks for the extra help signing up this morning!
Hmm... For some reason, I'm having trouble getting the second email with the link to the ebook. Is anyone else having this issue???
I am so desperate for this book! I can't wait to see it, but I guess I am totally having a blonde moment...
Like some others, I'm confused about how to sign up for your newsletter. I hope I'm in the right spot!:)
Hi, congratulation on your book! super! and thanks so much for sharing it!
Thank you thank you! I stole your phrase "IDHTBPTBB" and had it framed for my kitchen. I've always loved your blog and get so many ideas. Thanks for helping me see that I can have a forever home no matter how long I linger there.
I loved your book. It inspired me to finish up my panels for my bedroom. Far from perfect, but beautiful. Thanks for getting me on track-needed that shot in the arm and for the ebook!
Julia
Hey Nester,
I have been doing an email to my 500+ friends and clients for the last two years. What I found is that blogging is a better way to share information. When I started blogging I transitioned to sending out the "newsletter" twice a month and it's a compilation of links to articles on my blog.
I'll be curious to see what you decide to do.
Thank you for this generous freebie! If it's even half as good as your blog I'm in for a real treat! Can't wait for my daughter's nap time so I can cozy up with a nice cup of tea and dive in. :)
I didn't get mine yet. :-( I tried to confirm again and am definitely confirmed. Is there anything else I should do? (Because I can't *wait* to read it!!)
I just wanted to thank you once again for doing this book and making it available for all of us.
I just finished reading it, and it has so inspired me! Check in with me over the next couple of weeks and see what you've inspired me to do!
Hugs from Eventually Cottage!
nester, the posting doesn't show the sign up box, and my computer won't even do the next step when i click on your email thing on the side. do you have an idea for how i can sign up? i don't have a blog.jkj
nester, the box magically appeared after i wrote my comment. so now you don't have to reply. i have such limited skill on the computer!! jkj
Hey Annon!
Yes, email me at nestergirl{at}gmail.com with your name and I'll sign you up!
thanks hon!
that is awesome, girl!! yeah! i can't wait for my newsletters, too! that's great...and i think i just heard my email from you come in!
Congrats on your book! You did a great job! Thanks so much for sharing it with us! Keep up the good work!
Wow...I'm so jazzed to get a very special person's e-book as a gift. Thanks...and I'd like to gift you back one of mine...simply go to www.lifecoachmoms.com then e-books and let me know which one you'd like. Oh...that site can be viewed ONLY in internet explorer. :-)
I love it! ..........and your Cheerful Attitude~it's the Best.
Will you be taking the West Coast booksigning tour anytime soon?
;o)
((hugs)) Carolyne
Thanks! I know i will love it.
One more comment.
Read it. Loved it. Thought I knew everything "Nesting Place" already but you summed everything up in one inspiring and beautiful e-book. You really got to the core of our homes' purpose and gave me much to think about. I even shared excerpts with my hubby!
Thank you! I can hardly wait to look through it. I am so delighted with your site and all the wonderfully creative things you do.
This is so generous.
Mary Lou
I hate to be a goof but.... I confirmed my email subscritpion to the newsletter and everything but I never saw how to download the e book. I am quite sure it was right in my face & I am looking quite the dork right now but I don't know how to get the book. ??? I signed up as jennywalker@tds.net. So anyhoo, whenever you have a spare moment (yeah right!) I would love to figure out how to get it.
What a wonder venture! The book is absolutely wonderful, and the thought of a newsletter absolutely makes me grin like a fool! Woo-hoo! How wonderful that you are sharing such good truth and words of wisdom with us! Thank you, thank you!
Absolutely LOVED it! Thank you!
Congratulations! You have inspired me so much since I found your blog! I just finished a den redo on a serious budget (around $300!) basically with hard work, paint, and fabric. I'm really excited with how it turned out - I love to just go and sit in that room! Thanks for all your tips and ideas and most importantly for being you!
This is fantastic!! Great work! Can't wait for your newsletter and ebook! :o)
Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne
You are awesome. The "guy" rocks.
Thanks.
As a "recovering perfectionist," I have to say that your tag line fits me to a tee. This is a great site! I'll be back :)
There's a newsletter and an eBook?!!
Where have I been? Well, I've actually been under a rock and in a funk for a few months, but I'm back and I want the newsletter AND the eBook, but didn't see the box.
Love you Nes,
T.
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