Now that you've got your own apartment here at Bailey Creek, there is a lot for you to think about.  How will you decorate? While this is one important thing to consider, what about once you're settled in? Take a look at the articles below for suggestions on how to do crafts, alternate uses for household products, and more: 15 Non-Edible Uses For Coconut... [Read more...]

With January being National Get Organized Month, it's a good time to take a look around your apartment and start thinking about what should stay and what should go. After you've decluttered, you can start really cleaning. We've found a great link to tricks for fast breakfast clean-up from Apartment Therapy. And this is just the tip of the iceberg! Two Tricks... [Read more...]

As Super Bowl Sunday draws closer and closer, it's time to start making plans as to what you'll be doing for the big game. Will you be stopping by a friend's house for the evening or will you be throwing a small get together at your Bailey Creek apartment? If you like to play host or hostess, check out some of these creative party ideas from eHow: Make some... [Read more...]

I hate to clean, as I have mentioned in past blogs, or at least I’ll say that I’m not good at it.  I’ve heard people say lots of things that should help get me motivated, like rewarding myself when it’s done, breaking it up into 15 minute intervals, and on and on.  The only idea that really stuck is having a little solo dance party.  Sound lame?... [Read more...]

New Years Eve is one day away and all on our mind is entertaining friends and family around us! Whether you are entertaining in your home or at someone else’s,  you can’t have a gathering without some yummy finger foods at the center of it all! Check out this recipe for : Brown Sugar Chicken Bacon Wraps Ingredients: 1 1/4 pound skinless, boneless... [Read more...]

If you happen to be throwing a small gathering at your Bailey Creek apartment for New Year's Eve, you may want to gather some ideas together for ways to entertain but still be green. We've collected some party ideas and decorating links from Apartment Therapy so that you can get just the right look to ring in the new year in style. Cheers! Ginnie and Janie... [Read more...]

From the bitter cold temperatures to dealing with frost on windshields and driving on ice, the winter months can be hard on everyone. However, have you stopped to think about what effect this season can have on your pets? Here at Bailey Creek, we know that our pet owners love their pets and strive to take the best care of them. Here are some tips from the ASPCA... [Read more...]

Now that the Thanksgiving holiday is over and the fridge is starting to empty out, you may feel your motivation to work out starting to wane as well, but don't get discouraged! Break out your exercise gear because this time of year is as important as ever to get your blood flowing! We've put together a list of past Bailey Creek posts about ways to get fit... [Read more...]

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone and the leftovers are beginning to disappear, it's time to pack away the turkey and fall-themed apartment decorations and bring out the winter ones. Turn your apartment into a twinkling winter wonderland with these do-it-yourself wreath and Origami light ideas. We've even included a Green Gift Guide from Apartment Therapy... [Read more...]

With the holidays drawing near this means that there will probably be relatives visiting from out of town and possibly some little ones running around your apartment as well. As the weeks fly by, before you know it the kids will be our of school for winter break. Because kids need fun things to do to keep them occupied, it may be beneficial to research some... [Read more...]

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