I watch that show because the footage in the show (especially where her offices are) are on, is where I spent all my time when I lived in Toronto. I love recognizing every place she goes! I usually know the homes she works on, the names of the streets etc.

I finished watching all the episodes online just now. I loved it! But as I stated under the "Thurs.Tea" thread, there's a little too much color in the rooms for me. Beautiful though and great ideas. Also I thought it was only $400,000 she put into renovation but it was actually over $700,000. Wow.

All that fabric and re-upholstering costs so much money, but it has given me an idea. I've been wondering how to give up my vintage matching mohair couch, chair and wing chair in the library for brand new comfy furniture. They are all broken down pretty much and really can't be sat on. Since the material on all three is also compromised to some extent and will never be the same as they were in 1930 - why not re-upholster them? I wouldn't have to buy new furniture! I mean, the cost would figure out the same as buying new I bet. My mind is whirling with this new project already. Where to get the money is the big question. Maybe do one at a time.

Now I have the kitchen remodeling bug again too. Sigh.

I seldom watch home decor on TV anymore but have saved over 150 pics from Sarah's site - and I'm not done yet! Will continue once winter comes. I like much of what she does and would love to be able to afford her to do my entire house. Or have her budget to do it myself. When she did the Oceanview Estate for a charity fundraiser lottery in the Vancouver area I was smitten with that house - of course I didn't buy a ticket on the lottery so I'm not living in it! LOL The link below shows a few pics from it and other houses she's decorated altho doesn't show many parts of the house that I especially liked.

Schoolhouse, I love the style of your sofa that you posted once and IMO it's definitely a keeper. If you live near a school of upholstery I wonder if a student would take on your projects for less money than a fully qualified upholsterer. You might also inquire into trading for services if you have something of value you don't need/want. DIY is always an option and I've heard the most important part is taking lots of pics as you disassemble so you know how to put it back together again correctly. If you start with a small piece such as a chair it might give you the confidence to do all.

Here is a link that might be useful: Sarah's portfolio

Wow, i have only seen the show sarahs house on hgtv, so visiting the website was awesome! The pic of the cottage livingroom caused me to choke up with tears, (perhaps pms...lol)but its exactly what id love to see in a home of my own someday. What a gorgeous home! Very inspirational.

I used to watch her show when she first started out with very modest designs. She used to work for theaters (designing their sets). In her first shows she redesigned rooms & houses using economically feasible things and it was from contacting her show that I discovered her sources for 'antiques' and flea market finds. In her recent shows however she's become more expensive. Modern country sets. Her husband owns a furniture company and she does use a lot of his things on her show.

I love Sarah's House. I watch it all the time even though it's all reruns now. I guess she forgot that location, location, location is everything in realestate. I hope she is able to sell the farmhouse and then move on to another project.

I love her rooms, I don't think they would ever leave me bored or wanting something different.

I've just started to try and decorate my home and I can't say I'm very successful. But if i win the lottery I'm definitely going to see if I can hire Sarah.