Her designs are liveable and stylish, a mix of new and vintage and almost always feature beautiful fabrics as a jumping off point. I love that she shares her sources – retailers, antique stores, fabric houses etc.
She also runs a successful interior design business, has her own paint and furniture lines and writes for the Globe and Mail. One busy, smart and talented lady!
The witty and stylish Tommy Smythe has been an integral part of her team since the Design Inc. days. He is a great sounding board, has impeccable taste and their on screen chemistry is brilliant. (I still smile when I think of the Sarah’s House episode with the snake. So funny!)
A few days ago I received an email from Sarah’s publicist inviting me (as well as other design bloggers) to interview Sarah and Tommy. Are there any burning questions you would like me to ask this talented and stylish duo?
Would you please ask whether Sarah will ever sell her furniture line in the United States? Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteI adore their style and watching their genuine friendship. I would love to know how they met and if they knew they were design kindred spirits right away?
ReplyDeleteYou lucky duck Vanessa! I'll try and think of some questions and get back to you!
ReplyDeleteLucky you! Her show, along with Tommy is the best on television. I love her style and designs and the interaction between the two of them is wonderful.(-:
ReplyDeleteHow exciting to get to interview them--they're both great!
ReplyDeleteI found your blog by doing a random search for Tommy Smythe on Twitter. I hardly use Twitter but am constantly craving new designs from the dynamic duo that is Sarah & Tommy. I'm adding you to my Google Reader so I can read your blog every time you post :)
ReplyDeleteThe question I'd ask Sarah & Tommy (BTW SO Jealous you get to interview them!) is:
I have expensive tastes and a limited budget, if you had only $1000 to design a room that looked expensive but satisfied the budget,
where would you shop for deals?
Thanks!
Steph
You're so lucky!! What an amazing opportunity!!
ReplyDeleteOh I LOVE LOVE Sarah & Tommy :) I watch her all the time love her desiging process and how she is so real. Ask her what we should be the no.1 thing we should keep in mind as do-it-yourself inspiring Decoraters.
ReplyDeleteNishi
Hi Vanessa, what a treat for you to get this chance! I would love to know if there is a book showcasing her designs in the works? As well as, is there a way to have her all of her paint colours on a card/fandeck (haven't seen this at Lowes - just the individual chips). Good luck and let us know all about it!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Alexandra
How exciting...love them both!! Neither would be as good alone - their banter is fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love Sarah, and would love to know if she'll ever write a book! I keep hoping she will!
ReplyDeleteBtw, I've recently started reading your blog and have really enjoyed it!
I agree with Suite Styles, when are they going to write a book? Would love to see all their work in one place. Lucky you!
ReplyDeleteWOW! That's so wonderful - I look forward to reading the interview. I would ask Sarah what the best way to get your work published in an interior magazine.
ReplyDeleteWhat are the rules when using an antique rug?
ReplyDeleteHow many patterns are too many?
How much coordination should exist between floor coverings when rooms flow into each other?
How do you keep budget friendly from looking cheap?
How do you keep layered from looking messy/cluttered?
Is that enough? Have fun! I love them too!
Great post, I'm a huge fan of Sarah!
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone for your brilliant questions!
ReplyDeleteNice to see some of my "anonymous" readers commenting and welcome to some new readers! So glad you found me.
Ooooh, lucky you!! Sarah & Tommy are like Batman & Robin, Captain & Tenille, the Lone Ranger & Tonto.... a totally fab twosome :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm too excited for you to think of any questions right now! Ummmm... I'd love to know more about Sarah's house - what it looked like when she bought it, what inspired her decorating, what does she like best & least about it....
Also... how did Sarah & Tommy meet and are as good friends in real life as they appear to be on TV. What one thing do they like most and least about each other. Does Tommy still live in his teeny-tiny apartment.
Well, I guess I wasn't stuck for questions for too long, was I?!
HAVE FUN! Can't wait to read your interview :-)
wonderful post! love Sarah
ReplyDeleteNice to see you yesterday. Sorry I had to run out so fast but I needed to pick my son up from daycare! Will you do another post about yesterday?
ReplyDeleteWow! What fun you will have,,, but there is one thing wrong,,, I think they mixed up and invited you instead of ME! LOL I had not heard of her new show and I did some research on it and was not able to come up with when it would be on here in the lower 48. If you know could you share the info I don’t want to miss it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Becky
What was the scariest decision she made during her rise to the top?
ReplyDeleteI just stumbled across your blog for the first time and thought I would say hello! I looked through a few of your posts and love your style. You seem to really know your stuff :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a blogger as well, about the world of art, but my history is in interior design and fashion. I love to hear what people are saying! Hope we get to see more of each other in the future.
Bethany
www.DirksenDabbles.com
I'd like to know if she chooses her own wardrobe or has a stylist. She always looks fabulous.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post, and I love that the design world is realizing the power that bloggers have!! You guys must have had such a wonderful time with Sarah and Tommy, thanks for all the details and the inside scoop. I am anxiously awaiting Sarah 101!!
ReplyDeleteNancy xo