Our Backyard – The Blog
There’s way more to your home than what’s on the inside. This is my effort to consistently give you tips, details, and the 411 on all things good in Northeast Ohio. Below is where you’ll find the coolest people, trendiest places, and most fabulous events happening in our backyard.
In 2021, I bought a small house in Stow planning on flipping it and selling it with a friend. Nothing was coming together quite right with the project, it stalled, and I felt frustrated that this hadn't gone according to plan. But you know what they say, when one door closes, an Airbnb opens...
What's old is new again, thanks to the little gem that is RUST Modern Home in Bath, Ohio. This spot, and it's sweeter than pie owner, Regan Boothe, is a blog feature I've been dying to do. I know you're all going to love her and her store just as much as I do.
If you're looking to have a good one, whether that would be a drink, meal, or experience, I've got just the spot for you. Good Company juuuust opened to rave reviews at 60 S. Maple and you're going to want to get in there for a good time of your own.
WOW WOW WOW WOW. More perfect words to describe the Dauber Divas Drag Bingo Brunch at Jaja may not exist. Earlier this month, I took Zach, Jane, and my Instagram bestie Ray Whin out for a Saturday full of fun, drinks, pancake skewers, and some of the best entertainment Cleveland has to offer.
This winter has been an exceptionally dreary one, so what better escape on a Saturday afternoon than a good film, hot popcorn, and perfectly crafted cocktails?
A few years back, the owners of Hudson's restaurant on North Main Street decided a pop-up holiday bar was just what Santa ordered, and Blitzen's was born.
A perfect late summer evening of baseball and some of the best people I know, our second annual client social was an absolute home run.
How many of us were told not to play with our food growing up? Thankfully for all the hungry munchers, Liz Stannard didn’t let those antiquated meal time rules get in the way. Liz is the woman and wonder behind the artistic genius of Waxed Crescent Grazing Company.
You know I love to share the inside scoop on some of hottest spots that you need to know in our community, but this one is extraaaaaaa special.
Have you ever tried something and enjoyed it more than you excelled at it? For most of us, we might shrug it off, thinking we have no future in something we’re not good at. But for local artist Grant Ederer, he did just the opposite.
On a snowy January morning, I followed a path to one of the cutest local shops you’re going to want to get familiar with.
Is there a better way to relive last weekends first client social than to look at pictures and a sweet video?
Of course they’re beautiful! Of course they smell like heaven and make your neighbors swoon! They’re roses!
Summer fare is all about light, fresh and healthy. But with a big, fat dose of Healthy! So here’s a few easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy that are fast and fresh, and ready to impress!
…is a dog. Technically, the best dog. A Boston Terrier. And as a wacky coincidence, the breed of MY dogs.
Here’s two upcoming foodie-centric, Akron festivals to get your taste buds tingling! No, my babies won’t be there, but hello..? Doggie bags?…
Window treatments can be such a pane. I shutter even thinking about them. But if there’s three things I’ve learned about adulthood, they are…
If May 5th is the cool kid who throws the best parties, May SIXTH is the annoying brown-noser who tells the teacher he saw you chewing gum.
You’ve probably heard of Tudor-style houses. You’ve DEFINITELY seen Tudors. But here’s what you DIDN’T know or notice about these upscale, regal beauties!
Most of us spend time in the laundry room every day! But do you treat it like a broom closet? Yes! We all do! But here’s why you can do better and be happier!
I just signed my name. No biggie, right? I do it every day. My John Hancock on a piece (or 23 pieces) of paper. But this time it’s news. Like, BIG. News…
Five years ago I bought my condo that I swear believed it WAS STILL 1977, and hoo-boy! I had my work cut out for me…
Whether tis nobler to make a ton of cash or to step away from the maintenance of a rental…? Let’s find out…
It’s THE ugliest time of year. Trees look dead. Flowers are, well…nowhere. It’s depressing! So let’s bloom up the joint! Inside and out! We got this!
Cozy corners, well used space, more room for stuff…AKA “ nooks.” We all flipping’ love a nook…
Done right, wallpaper can do crazy fun, gorgeous things to your ambience and overall decor. Crazy. Things…
