I've gotten a lot of ideas from these shows, especially on not being afraid to use bold colors...
I look around my house and see nothing but white walls. I did paint one bathroom a nice, soft, green. Those shows do make you think you can do anything. I would love to learn how to reupholster. My sofas are in good shape except for where the cats have clawed.
RE; bold colors--the shows made me courageous too--I painted my kitchen red and everyone loves it!