Halloween votives

Halloween is easily one of my favorite times of the year. Between the weather, leaves, etc.it's the best. Plus it's a great time for goofy craft stuff. Here's a pic of my votives/luminaries made w/ a cricut and vellum. They'll be great lining our walkway on Halloween.

With Affordability High, More Home Owners Supersize

With Affordability High, More Home Owners Supersiz

This article confirms what I've already witnessed: homeowners who can, will.  Those who are not too terribly underwater and have the means are taking advantage of this down market and purchasing a larger home.  Though the trend for some time was to get away from larger homes with unnecessary space (especially those located in the exurbs) there seems to be a bit of a reversal.  Taking advantage now makes great sense from a dollars perspective. But there is potentially a price to pay in terms of quality of life (IMO).

I haven't been a very good little poster as of late, given the new job, etc. But with the change of seasons comes renewed enthusiasm for blogging and getting out there. Real estate is a passion of mine and I love to share what I know about it! Be sure to check out my Pinterest boards, including a board dedicated to Cleveland goodies. Ta ta!

Bernanke: Economy Improves, Threats Loom

Bernanke: Economy Improves, Threats Loom
As usual, a mixed bag of news.

Cleveland Heights Real Estate - 1778 Radnor, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118

Cleveland Heights Real Estate - 1778 Radnor, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118

Just listed! $150,000 in Coventry Village.

Is the Downsizing Trend Fading? | Realtor Magazine

Is the Downsizing Trend Fading? | Realtor Magazine
I love a lot of space, but it would be disappointing to see buyers going back to the McMansions of days of yore.

10 Simple Things To Make Any Home Happier & Healthier | Apartment Therapy

10 Simple Things To Make Any Home Happier & Healthier | Apartment Therapy
From one of my favorite blogs, some tips on how to keep your home cleaner and healthier.

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon around Cleveland: After Dark | cleveland.com

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon around Cleveland: After Dark | cleveland.com
It's the Year of the Dragon this year, and Cleveland's Asian community will be celebrating this weekend. Check out the various activities taking place in MidTown, and check out the public art displays of dragons all over the city. (I will miss the rabbits, however).

Optimism Builds in Housing Market

Optimism Builds in Housing Market
Always looking for good news these days. Hopefully this spring we will continue to see these upward trends.

The Wine Spot opens on Lee Road - The Heights Observer

The Wine Spot opens on Lee Road - The Heights Observer
Tooting my own horn for a second, my husband's company Monroe Constructs just completed the renovation of Seitz Agin on Lee Road to The Wine Spot, a fabulous new addition to an already hopping Cedar/Lee neighborhood. The grand opening was recently covered in the Heights Observer. Check the space out if you are in the area. They have a fabulous selection of beer as well.

Pantone color authority names 'Tangerine Tango' 2012 Color of the Year | cleveland.com

Pantone color authority names 'Tangerine Tango' 2012 Color of the Year | cleveland.com
Tangerine Tango is the color of 2012, so says the Pantone color people. We at Cleveland Digs (meaning me) are on board with this selection! Modern, happy and clean. Just don't overdo it people!!

Home Affordability Offering Up 40-Year Deals | Realtor Magazine

Home Affordability Offering Up 40-Year Deals | Realtor Magazine
Time for buyers to get off the fence! With rates crazy low and prices just rock bottom, now is the time to bite the bullet and make that investment!

Daily Real Estate News

Daily Real Estate News

Don't forget these tax breaks for homeowners come April 17th!

More Modern Moisture: 5 Colorful Humidifiers | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles

More Modern Moisture: 5 Colorful Humidifiers | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles

WOW. Modern and ridiculously functional humidifiers. Being hydrated never looked so good.

Cleveland Heights Real Estate - 3011 Scarborough Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118

Cleveland Heights Real Estate - 3011 Scarborough Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118

Awesome Cleveland Heights home in active neighborhood. Walk to restaurants, library, parks, etc.

Sometimes they hate us, sometimes they love us...

and this time Forbes is acknowledging that University Circle is one of America's prettiest neighborhoods. Makes me think of Wade Oval Wednesdays in the summer, which is not easy to do in the middle of this nasty snowstorm we're having!

For the home from designer Susie Frazier

Susie Frazier, based out of the W.78th Street Studios, offers some cool, contemporary yet earthy home decor in addition to her public art installations.

Love the driftwood candle holder/centerpiece.