A Cultivated Nest

DIY All-Natural Soft Scrub Cleaner

If there's anything I completely dread cleaning, it's tile. Mainly because it makes me have flashbacks of scrubbing shower tile grout on my hands and knees with a toothbrush! So any time I come across a cleaner that claims to make cleaning grout easier, I get excited! Of course, now that I know about the dangers of chemicals in traditional cleaners, I don't find those kinds of products as often. ... Read More about DIY All-Natural Soft Scrub Cleaner

DIY Hand Painted Rock Garden Markers

I've been so happy to have some pleasant weather so I could get back in the garden! I haven't done anything too major just yet, mostly cleaning things up and preparing for new additions, but it's been nice to finally be back outside again. Since I'm focused on prettying things up in the garden right now, I thought a nice addition would be some colorful plant markers. I couldn't find any that I ... Read More about DIY Hand Painted Rock Garden Markers

Jasmine Himalayan Salt Scrub

I am not one to jump on every DIY beauty product craze that comes along, but sugar and salt scrubs are an important part of my beauty routine. Then when Himalayan salt became all the rage I had to research it and find out what the fuss was about. It has now become one of my favorite bases to use in my scrubs because of its wonderful therapeutic properties for your skin- as an exfoliant and ... Read More about Jasmine Himalayan Salt Scrub

Bacon Turkey Club Wrap

I'm a big fan of wraps! That's because I also love sandwiches, but enjoy the lower amount of carbs found in wraps. It doesn't hurt that they're also quick to make! This wrap recipe is easy, but so delicious, courtesy of bacon and avocado. The next time you need an idea for a simple lunch to make, you have to make this Bacon Turkey Club Wrap! If your family is gluten-free, its easy to use gluten ... Read More about Bacon Turkey Club Wrap

Paper Plate Flowers Kids Craft

Keeping kids busy in the spring can be difficult. Not as difficult as during summer break, but spring still presents its own challenges, especially with the frequent spring storms keeping kids inside! But that's what crafts are made for! Chase away the blues on a rainy spring day with this Paper Plate Flowers Kids Craft! I realized a while ago that paper plate crafts were going to be a ... Read More about Paper Plate Flowers Kids Craft

10 Clever Uses for Wax Paper

I'm always surprised by how many different uses some things have! From Dawn dish soap, to dryer sheets, to even tea bags, many things can be useful in applications that you would never expect! And wax paper is no exception! I used to just use wax paper when working with chocolate, but I've come to discover that it actually can be used for more than just keeping chocolate candy from sticking! Here ... Read More about 10 Clever Uses for Wax Paper