The Five: HGTV shows I'm addicted to
5. Design on a
Dime. I've lost track of how many hosts and designers they've had on this show, but it's still
entertaining. I get inspired by their do-it-yourself projects, even though I know I do not and never will have any
crafty skills. The crew tends to successfully pull off a $1,000 makeover that seems within reach, for those of you with
actual skills.4. Curb Appeal. Being a homeowner, I find inspiration in this show. It's amazing what some planters and a little landscaping will do to improve the look of a home. I also like that they have the homeowners pitch in to do most of the work, which makes the show more accessible.
3. Extreme Homes. This show is just plain fascinating. It shows off the wild creativity in people across the world and how they make their homes unique. We're not just talking about faux finishes, people! These homes are underground, 70 feet in the air, and are made out of everything from dirt to boats.
2. Divine Design. Candice Olson is such a goofy host that I just adore this show for all the silly little sketches she does with her design crew. She seems like a witty lady with a (sometimes) wild sense of style. When she decorates a room, she really decorates a room. I can't even imagine how much her redesigns cost, but I'm sure it's staggering.
1. House Hunters. What is it about this show? I don't learn anything about buying a home or fixing a home. No tips whatsoever! I just go and look inside homes with people. This program used to be really uncomfortable to watch because it primarily featured "normal" people who are not television-friendly. However, I think there's a new producer at the helm because the people on the show seem to have more personality. Also, they've stopped doing the fake call from the real estate agent to say whether the people got the house they bid on.

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