A Cultivated Nest

Homemade White Bread

There's a lot to be said in favor of wheat bread, multi-grain breads, etc. But sometimes all you want is white bread. Plain, semi-soft, non-chewy white bread to enjoy as a sandwich, or just with butter. Well, you don't need to go buy an unhealthy commercial version full of additives if you're craving white bread. Instead, enjoy the healthiest white bread possible- Homemade White Bread! This ... Read More about Homemade White Bread

New Year’s Eve Milano Cookies

Can you believe it's almost time for a new year? It's seems like this year was just starting! But it's nearly time to ring in the next year, which means you'll need some yummy treats to help you celebrate! To keep your New Year's Eve fun and stress free, these semi-homemade cookies use commercial cookies as a base. But I'm going to show you how to change them up into something fun, festive, and ... Read More about New Year’s Eve Milano Cookies

Quick and Healthy Breakfast Quesadillas

We all know how important breakfast is. But sometimes, a lack of time makes it difficult to have a decent breakfast. But just because you're in a hurry doesn't mean you need to skip breakfast or reach for something unhealthy! Instead, whip up a batch of these Quick and Healthy Breakfast Quesadillas! If you're not in a hurry, these breakfast quesadillas are easy enough for the kids to help ... Read More about Quick and Healthy Breakfast Quesadillas

Fudge Round Reindeer Cookies

It's officially time for Christmas cookies! While I love making Christmas cookies from scratch, Christmas is a pretty busy season, and I don't always have time to go through the process of making cookies. Which is when I turn to semi-homemade Christmas cookie hacks like this one! Here's how to make fun Fudge Round Reindeer Cookies from commercial cookies! I used Fudge Rounds from Little ... Read More about Fudge Round Reindeer Cookies

DIY Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree Ornament-Easy Christmas Craft

Are you in the mood for some easy holiday crafting? If so, give this cute and inexpensive to make pipe cleaner Christmas tree ornament a try. Making your own Christmas ornaments is a fun activity for the whole family and this one is definitely easy enough for kids to make! Pipe cleaners & chenille stems are a great item to craft with because they're so flexible (and easy to find). You ... Read More about DIY Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree Ornament-Easy Christmas Craft

Dollar Store Sparkly Snowflake Wreath

Tomorrow is the first day of December. I can't believe it, it feels like just yesterday it was summer! But now that the weather is getting cooler, I've started prepping the outside of the house for the holidays. As with pretty much all holidays, a pretty wreath is a great place to start! And you don't have to spend a lot to make one, either. This wreath is made completely from items found at the ... Read More about Dollar Store Sparkly Snowflake Wreath