Apartments ETC

Maximize the Space in Your Colorado Springs Apartment Home!

Shelley — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:53:44 +0000

Enough storage. Who has that? I decided to take control of my apartment home the other day (storage wise) and am starting with the kitchen!
If like me you have too much dinnerware, you’ll be pleased to know there are tons of options. One I particularly like is The Container Stores Single Corner Shelf; it retails for $14.99 and is worth every penny. Made out of chrome it’s sturdy enough to load up tons of plates and or bowls. It instantly frees up some extra space for mugs or whatever else you would like to store on the same shelf. Brilliant.
For the food pantry Target sells Oggis 5 piece acrylic canister set for $24.99 that can be used to hold almost anything!
Wal Mart and Target both sell an array of food organizers specially designed for packaged, canned and boxed items including multi- layered organizers that maximize the depth of your pantry.
One huge space saving item is Progressive’s 6 qt Collapsible Over the Sink Colander.
I found a red one at Tj Max Home Goods for $13.99 and Wal Mart sells the blue version for $14.97.

Spices can be a major nightmare if left to run rampant all over your pantry shelves; basically 2 of the best options for spice organizers are those that sit on a shelf or counter top and those that hang. The shelf or counter top option I like best is Old Thompson’s orbit spice rack which you can find on JC Penney’s website for $39.99. This space saving option includes 16 brand new spices. The rack spins; the handle makes moving it around super easy!
For a wall mount option the Hanging Chrome Spice Rack and Glass Bottles for $24.99 on www.organizeit.com is perfect! It even comes with spice labels.

For the abyss under the sink, buy the Under the Sink Sliding Cabinet Rack on Collections Etc’s website for a mere $15.99 You’ll make the most of the space you have with this handy under-sink rack. Designed with a smaller shelf on top and a large, pullout shelf on the bottom it’s fab.

Next blog… my shockingly clever tips to organize your Colorado Springs apartment “Living Room”.

In The Leasing World, More info is always better…

Shelley — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:54:17 +0000

You need to glean as many details as you can from your prospect, without sounding artificial or as if you have just returned from a leasing 101 class.
Prospects don’t respond well to interrogations, however a few thoughtful questions can set the stage for a natural conversation that will relax and engage your prospect.

What led you to our community?
Which day/ month do you prefer to move in?
I can definitely assist you with———
Use these questions to start a comfortable dialogue you’ll be well on your way to securing the lease!

More great info from apartments etc in colorado springs

Outdoor fun in Colorado Springs from apartments etc

Shelley — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:12:54 +0000

Disc Golf or Frisbee Golf is free in Colorado Springs. Free makes everything more fun.
Colorado Springs has 2 locations Cottonwood Creek Park and Widefield. Both parks have shaded areas and stunning views of our mountains. You can find out more about the sport from The Pikes Peak Flying Disc Club.
All of the equipment you will need new or used can be purchases at Play it Again Sports. They have 2 locations in Colorado Springs we spoke to Brandon at the 1033 N Academy Blvd location. Used discs can be purchased from $2 to $10 and used bags from $15 to $25. New discs run $9-to $22 and new bags from $25 to $60.

Fun!

another fun idea for people who live in apartments in Colorado Springs!

Baked French Toast from apartments etc in Colorado Springs

Shelley — Thu, 20 May 2010 17:54:22 +0000

FYI: Add any kind of fruit you’d like. Just sprinkle it over the soaked bread before you add the crumb topping.

FRENCH TOAST/ YUMM

1 loaf Crusty Sourdough Or French Bread
8 whole Eggs
2 cups Whole Milk
½ cups Whipping (heavy) Cream
¾ cups Sugar
2 Tablespoons Vanilla Extract
Topping
½ cups All-purpose Flour
½ cups Firmly Packed Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
¼ teaspoons Salt
1 stick Cold Butter, Cut Into Pieces
Fresh Fruit (optional)
Preparation Instructions
Grease 9 x 13-inch baking pan with butter. Tear bread into chunks (or cut into cubes) and evenly distribute in the pan.
Mix together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla. Pour evenly over bread. Cover tightly and store in the fridge several hours or overnight.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add nutmeg if desired. Add butter pieces and but into the dry mixture until mixture resembles fine pebbles. Store in a Ziploc in the fridge.
When you’re ready to bake the casserole, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove casserole from oven and sprinkle crumb mixture over the top. (If you’re using fruit, sprinkle on before the crumb mixture.) Bake for 45 minutes for a softer, more bread pudding texture. Bake 1 hour or more for a firmer, less liquid texture.
Scoop out individual portions. Top with butter and drizzle with maple syrup.