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Plenty of the things found in the kitchens of our Denver, Colorado, apartments also serve additional purposes — some of which may surprise you! With this in mind, let's take a look at some common kitchen ingredients that do double duty.
Uncooked Spaghetti
Do you know how those tiny plastic toothpicks that keep the cheese on your pizza from sticking to the top of the box? That's what spaghetti can do for your baked goods! Cakes, muffins, and other items that incorporate icing have a tendency to travel poorly because they squish against the boxes or plastic wrap meant to keep them safe.
By sticking some dry spaghetti strands on the tops and sides of your pastries, you can keep your icing looking awesome until it's time for your guests to dive in.
Egg Slicers
Ever wonder how bakers get their strawberries to be so perfectly sliced?
Here's a secret: many of them cheat by using egg slicers! These handy little gadgets are sharp and evenly spaced, enabling professional and amateur chefs alike to top off their homemade goods with impeccable style.
Ice Cube Trays
Do you find yourself tossing leftover broth, salsa, and other liquids? When you only have a small bit left in that jar, you might be tempted to toss the leftovers, but ice cube trays can accommodate your lack of storage! You can easily create your own bouillon cubes by freezing the last bits of broth to use for future meals.
Muffin Tins
Picnic season isn't far away! Keep your condiments in order by placing them into muffin tins for easy access to designated for condiments.
Kitchens in The Apartments at Denver Place offer ample storage space and plenty of reasons to get a little creative with the ingredients you keep in your cabinets. Browse our community's gallery today!
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Decorating your Denver apartment is an important process to make it truly feel like home. Want to freshen up your apartment with some DIY art? Check out the projects below.
Wire trash bin planter
Do you have a wire trash bin that you no longer use or did you find a great deal on one at a garage sale? Simply flip the waste bin over and give it a coat or two of your favorite paint and let dry. Next, purchase a piece of round pine at your local hardware store, and attach it with a few screws that are large enough to secure the wire to the wood. Leave the wood natural, or paint it, and top with your favorite indoor plant.
Crate bookshelves
For a unique bookshelf or shelving unit to display your knickknacks, all you need to do is find three to six milk crates, depending on how tall or wide you want it. Paint them the desired color and stack them on top or next to each other, screwing each crate together to form one solid piece. Then place against the wall and fill with your favorite books and collectibles.
Floating board shelves
These make the perfect shelves for apartments, as they leave your wall free of damage. Simply paint a board about 3 to 4 inches wide and up to 12 inches long. Next, drill a hole in each end. Knot a piece of rope and pull through the hole, tying it to a ring at the other end. Use a command hook to hang the ring and place your favorite decor on it.
Try one or more of the DIY projects above to make your apartment in Denver, Colorado, truly stand out as your own. Looking for a new place to put your personal stamp on? Stop into The Apartments at Denver Place office to see our floor plan options or give us a call!
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