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The Happy Home: The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Home that Brings You Joy
This lovely and inspirational guide, organized around six joyful qualities, will show you how to create a happier home, through prompts, quick fixes, afternoon projects, and mindful design and organization— The Happy Home is not just a title, it’s a promise.
Energize. Uplift. Comfort. Calm. Empower. Express. The road to happiness is paved with good emotions. In fact, a happy home is infused with these six actions and this cheerful book will help you create a space you love and that loves you back. Lovely Indeed creator Chelsea Foy offers up more than 50 creative ideas to engage all the senses to brighten your mood throughout your home. This book sits at the intersection of HGTV home improvements and design, thoughtful Marie Kondo practices, and a cheery color palette fans of the Home Edit will love.
Kicking off with a foreword by Joy Cho, creator of Oh Joy!, the book guides you through questions to consider so you can customize your home to your own mood-lifting needs, be it a calming bedroom, a chill den, or an energizing kitchen. Easy projects and ideas help you tweak the rooms of your house so they engage the senses in all the right ways.
Each chapter focuses on a feeling and
Energize. Uplift. Comfort. Calm. Empower. Express. The road to happiness is paved with good emotions. In fact, a happy home is infused with these six actions and this cheerful book will help you create a space you love and that loves you back. Lovely Indeed creator Chelsea Foy offers up more than 50 creative ideas to engage all the senses to brighten your mood throughout your home. This book sits at the intersection of HGTV home improvements and design, thoughtful Marie Kondo practices, and a cheery color palette fans of the Home Edit will love.
Kicking off with a foreword by Joy Cho, creator of Oh Joy!, the book guides you through questions to consider so you can customize your home to your own mood-lifting needs, be it a calming bedroom, a chill den, or an energizing kitchen. Easy projects and ideas help you tweak the rooms of your house so they engage the senses in all the right ways.
Each chapter focuses on a feeling and
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176 pages, Hardcover
Published April 25, 2023
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April 25, 2023
I like these books halfway between good feelings, self-help and home decor. They are good for the mood and, if I were also a do-it-yourselfer, good for the home. The photos are nice and the explanations clear, of course the house always the same and also the furniture, but it is like that in real life too.
Mi piacciono questi libri a metá tra buoni sentimenti, self-help e arredamento. Fanno bene all'umore e, se fossi anche una persona che ama il fai da te, anche alla casa. Le foto sono carine e le spiegazioni chiare, certo la casa sempre la stessa e anche i mobili, ma é cosí anche nella vita reale.
I received from the Publisher a complimentary digital advanced review copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.
Mi piacciono questi libri a metá tra buoni sentimenti, self-help e arredamento. Fanno bene all'umore e, se fossi anche una persona che ama il fai da te, anche alla casa. Le foto sono carine e le spiegazioni chiare, certo la casa sempre la stessa e anche i mobili, ma é cosí anche nella vita reale.
I received from the Publisher a complimentary digital advanced review copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.
March 28, 2023
Originally posted on my blog Nonstop Reader.
The Happy Home: The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Home that Brings You Joy is an illustrated style & design guide for home decor by Chelsea Foy. Due out 25th April 2023 from Sasquatch Books, it's 176 pages and will be available in hardcover and ebook formats.
This is a well presented and curated guide with usable info for planning and designing a home environment that suits the reader and brings them satisfaction. It's full of practical info, from tools and supplies lists to have on hand for minor repairs, to selecting and sourcing decor.
The book is arranged thematically: uplift, calm, energize, comfort, empower, express. The chapters contain small mini-tutorials for foraging bouquets, stocking drinks cabinets, gathering mismatched (but pretty) glassware, and more. The author manages to make the decor look uncluttered and fun, and I'm not entirely sure how she manages it. The chapters are *full* of tips and tricks for managing clutter and destashing.
The philosophy is generally informal and unfussy and "real". There aren't a lot of stringent rules (like Marie Kondo's 15 books rule? No can do). The author has included some sourcing lists and resources in the back of the book. Retailers are mostly slanted toward readers in North America, but supplies and items can be thrifted or purchased with online and local searches wherever they are located.
The photography is stellar and lifts the quality of the book significantly.
Four and a half stars. This would be a good choice for public library acquisition and home use.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
The Happy Home: The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Home that Brings You Joy is an illustrated style & design guide for home decor by Chelsea Foy. Due out 25th April 2023 from Sasquatch Books, it's 176 pages and will be available in hardcover and ebook formats.
This is a well presented and curated guide with usable info for planning and designing a home environment that suits the reader and brings them satisfaction. It's full of practical info, from tools and supplies lists to have on hand for minor repairs, to selecting and sourcing decor.
The book is arranged thematically: uplift, calm, energize, comfort, empower, express. The chapters contain small mini-tutorials for foraging bouquets, stocking drinks cabinets, gathering mismatched (but pretty) glassware, and more. The author manages to make the decor look uncluttered and fun, and I'm not entirely sure how she manages it. The chapters are *full* of tips and tricks for managing clutter and destashing.
The philosophy is generally informal and unfussy and "real". There aren't a lot of stringent rules (like Marie Kondo's 15 books rule? No can do). The author has included some sourcing lists and resources in the back of the book. Retailers are mostly slanted toward readers in North America, but supplies and items can be thrifted or purchased with online and local searches wherever they are located.
The photography is stellar and lifts the quality of the book significantly.
Four and a half stars. This would be a good choice for public library acquisition and home use.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
April 3, 2023
This is a sweet book. It features lots of advice on how to make your home a pleasant place for you, with lots of little craft/decor projects. My favorite parts were the suggestions about what type of elements to add for different feels and functions. She really focuses on how to personalize your home for yourself, which I appreciate.
It was less successful for me in that all the photos seem to be of her home, which is lovely but not at all my taste. I love my home to be super comfy and boho, with soft, thrifted finds and lots of deep blues and greens. Her house looks like she must live in California, as there’s lots of focus on outdoor rooms where it apparently never rains as they’re filled with artwork and throw blankets and such. Her spaces are very stark white and yellow with pretty but basic and uncomfortable looking IKEA style furniture and lots of knick knacks and generic art. This is perfect for her blog readers who want their house to look like hers, but the literal point of the book is how to personalize your house to suit you, and there is no visual inspiration for any style besides hers.
I’m also reading a book about detoxing your home right now and so much of what Foy recommends is literally what this book says to throw out because they’re so bad for our health, like incense, mattress toppers and vinyl. I probably wouldn’t have thought twice about it if this other book wasn’t inspiring me to refresh my home in healthy and natural ways at the same time I was reading this one.
That said, it is a fun read and I appreciated the questions, lists and friendly feel of the book. Definitely worth a read.
I read a temporary digital copy of this book via NetGalley.
It was less successful for me in that all the photos seem to be of her home, which is lovely but not at all my taste. I love my home to be super comfy and boho, with soft, thrifted finds and lots of deep blues and greens. Her house looks like she must live in California, as there’s lots of focus on outdoor rooms where it apparently never rains as they’re filled with artwork and throw blankets and such. Her spaces are very stark white and yellow with pretty but basic and uncomfortable looking IKEA style furniture and lots of knick knacks and generic art. This is perfect for her blog readers who want their house to look like hers, but the literal point of the book is how to personalize your house to suit you, and there is no visual inspiration for any style besides hers.
I’m also reading a book about detoxing your home right now and so much of what Foy recommends is literally what this book says to throw out because they’re so bad for our health, like incense, mattress toppers and vinyl. I probably wouldn’t have thought twice about it if this other book wasn’t inspiring me to refresh my home in healthy and natural ways at the same time I was reading this one.
That said, it is a fun read and I appreciated the questions, lists and friendly feel of the book. Definitely worth a read.
I read a temporary digital copy of this book via NetGalley.
May 23, 2023
This is a nice resource for anyone interested in learning the theory behind interior decorating and design. There are in-depth explanations of how to create various moods and vibes and why certain choices produce particular results. It would be good for a young person just starting out in creating their space, or someone who is designing their own space for the first time. There are lots of attractive pictures for inspiration.
That said, I found this a bit disorienting and might struggle to use it because it's not organized in a way I find logical or useful. It flits between rooms, between project guides and task checklists, and between themes without a unifying thread that I could follow. On one page we're stocking a bar and then we're making an upcycled match holder and then there's a decluttering guide. In the end I had some inspiration, but no direction.
Thanks to the publisher for the opportunity to read and review.
That said, I found this a bit disorienting and might struggle to use it because it's not organized in a way I find logical or useful. It flits between rooms, between project guides and task checklists, and between themes without a unifying thread that I could follow. On one page we're stocking a bar and then we're making an upcycled match holder and then there's a decluttering guide. In the end I had some inspiration, but no direction.
Thanks to the publisher for the opportunity to read and review.
February 25, 2023
This book is not for me. Literally. I'm a minimalist, and this book is about stuff. No fault of the book, I'm really not the target audience. It's very pretty, but for me every project in it is a no. Some of the projects are super cute but I don't need a match holder for my candles, because I don't have candles. Or pictures for my walls, because I don't have walls. I'm mainly kidding, but most of my walls are actually glass. The rest are plain. We like it that way. I like everything bare, with plants and as little else as I can manage. So, this book has some lovely rooms, that I would love to visit in, have a cup of tea (or wine) and then come home to my stripped back flat. This book does what it says on the cover - and reminded me that my home is about less not more. If your home is about arranging pretty stuff in a pretty way this book is a very pleasant way to gather ideas,.
November 28, 2023
Meh. I need to start making sure that my non fiction reads are not written by bloggers. It’s a different style of writing and generally doesn’t translate into well written books.
The main thing this book has going for it are inviting, colorful photographs. However, while the author encourages the readers to find their own style, her choice of photos and projects contradicts that advice and focuses the book on imitating the author’s style. That’s not necessarily a bad thing if your tastes run similar (mine don’t), but even so you could probably find everything you might gain from this book by spending a half hour on Pinterest—the projects here are mostly quite simple, and the organization of the chapters is rather random (titles include words such as Uplift and Calm).
The main thing this book has going for it are inviting, colorful photographs. However, while the author encourages the readers to find their own style, her choice of photos and projects contradicts that advice and focuses the book on imitating the author’s style. That’s not necessarily a bad thing if your tastes run similar (mine don’t), but even so you could probably find everything you might gain from this book by spending a half hour on Pinterest—the projects here are mostly quite simple, and the organization of the chapters is rather random (titles include words such as Uplift and Calm).
February 15, 2023
This book is perfect for someone who is stuck in a boring cycle with their home, like me! I couldn't not agree more with Chelsea Foy when she states "This is a place where we nourish not just our bodies but our relationships, our spirits, and our hearts." If that does not describe ones home! This book is filled with functional questions, prompts, ideas, inspiration, beautiful photos, fun creative inspiration and so much more! Each chapter is laid out logically and easy to follow without feeling overwhelmed.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review of this delightful book.
#TheHappyHome #NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review of this delightful book.
#TheHappyHome #NetGalley
June 7, 2023
I loved this lifestyle book which showcased home decor, some DIY projects, and gentle suggestions for how to build a happy and functional home. The formatting on my kindle ARC copy wasn’t perfect, but I look forward to seeing the layout in the final print edition. The pictures were gorgeous and the DIY bits seemed simple with just a few ingredients or tools. I’m looking forward to using the summer pot recipes all year. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to flip through a home decor or lifestyle book.
Thanks to NetGalley and Sasquatch books for the eARC.
Thanks to NetGalley and Sasquatch books for the eARC.
March 1, 2023
Great ideas on finding organization and style you like for your own home. The author asks series of questions to help you decide what it really is that you love and/or need for your home. I really loved the questions and found them to be very helpful in determining my own style. Diy projects are scattered throughout the book.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinions.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinions.
March 23, 2023
What a cheerful book! The colors, the composition - this is the perfect book to pick up going into spring cleaning season. A mix of DIY projects, advice for creating the space you need, and suggestions for a fuller life, The Happy Home would make a lovely housewarming gift, or self-gift to get you in the spirit of renewing your space.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a review copy.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a review copy.
June 1, 2023
An interesting book about how to transform our home into a happier place.
The book makes us think about what we want from a place and helps us turn it into a better place.
It contains helpful aspects to have in mind and ideas for DIY activities.
I love the look of the book and its colors. Would have liked more if there were more ideas and suggestions.
3.25*
Read through NetGalley
The book makes us think about what we want from a place and helps us turn it into a better place.
It contains helpful aspects to have in mind and ideas for DIY activities.
I love the look of the book and its colors. Would have liked more if there were more ideas and suggestions.
3.25*
Read through NetGalley
May 26, 2023
Happy is the perfect word for this book. Even if you just looked at the pictures in this book you would be happy. You can’t help but smile. I think this book would be great for young people moving into their first places. But I am not young or in my first place and I loved it.
August 20, 2023
Fresh home decorating book for any budget. Many of the DIY projects are good for apartment dwellers as well, and are accessible to the beginner. Love that the author uses pops of color in every room.
I am a library received an advance copy from #NetGalley.
I am a library received an advance copy from #NetGalley.
November 13, 2023
A good reminder to personalize your space that makes you feel happy, content, and peaceful.
I liked the focus on the different sections (Energize. Uplift. Comfort. Calm. Empower. Express.) and some cute DIY projects.
I liked the focus on the different sections (Energize. Uplift. Comfort. Calm. Empower. Express.) and some cute DIY projects.
March 7, 2023
A fun, quick read. Part Home Decorating, Part Home Organization, and Part DIY for every room in the house. I thank Netgalley and Sasquatch Books for the opportunity to read and review this book.
April 7, 2023
Nice book about making your home more yours, comfortable and easy to live in. There were lots of ideas and nice home craft ideas but not a great range of different tastes shown.
April 23, 2023
A lot of interesting ideas, projects and things I would like to do. Easy to follow and well written.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine
June 16, 2023
This is a fun, light read with lots of good ideas, prompts, and instructions on how to make your home yours.
March 26, 2024
The best thing about the book is the way it smelled. Everything else can be found in a magazine.
May 25, 2024
Beautiful pictures. The book is a little too practical for me featuring step by step instructions for projects I will never do.
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December 21, 2025didn't read - enjoyed colourful home images
like the suggestions for aromatic oil "recipes" for diffusers along with a mixture of spices to boil in kitchen to add a pleasant scent.
like the suggestions for aromatic oil "recipes" for diffusers along with a mixture of spices to boil in kitchen to add a pleasant scent.
July 4, 2023
Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. This was a handy 176 page guide for planning and designing a home environment that suits you. It's full of practical information, from tools and supplies lists to have on hand for minor repairs, to selecting and sourcing decor. The book is arranged thematically: uplift, calm, energize, comfort, empower, express. The chapters contain small mini-tutorials for foraging bouquets, stocking drinks cabinets, gathering mismatched (but pretty) glassware, and more. The chapters also have tips for managing clutter and de-stashing. There is lots of advice on how to make your home a pleasant place for you, with lots of little craft/decor projects. A handy guide for anyone wanting some inspiration and guidance as to how to create a home space that is more a reflection of them. #chelseafoy #thehappyhometheultimateguidetocreatingahomethatbringsyoujoy #Netgalley #sasquatchbooks #tea-sipping_bookworm #goodreads #getlisty #thestorygraph #bookqueen #bookstagram #decor #homebody
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