A Cultivated Nest

DIY Lavender Teacup Candle

I don't know about you, but I love teacups! There are so many pretty designs and different shapes! They're like art, in the form of a usable cup! Unfortunately, just because I love teacups doesn't mean I really use all the teacups I have as often as I probably should. I've collected a number of pretty teacups over the years, some of which I put on display, and others which unfortunately have ... Read More about DIY Lavender Teacup Candle

7 Reasons Penny Pinchers Save Bacon Grease

Yes, a post about saving bacon grease! Back in the day, one of Grandma's old fashioned money saving tips was to be very careful about using everything up! So even though this particular post is about using up bacon grease, the greater lesson here is that you'll save money by not wasting. That is a concept you can apply to many areas of frugal living. Penny pinchers have been saving bacon grease ... Read More about 7 Reasons Penny Pinchers Save Bacon Grease

How I Pay for Christmas with a Single Rewards Program

It's never too early to start planning for Christmas, especially the financial aspects of Christmas! Even if you choose to go with only DIY gifts this year, Christmas will still cost you in materials. And if you're like most people and will be getting your presents from stores, then Christmas can get really expensive! But I was lucky enough to not have to pay anything out of pocket for Christmas ... Read More about How I Pay for Christmas with a Single Rewards Program

DIY Fall Scented Wax Melts

I love the smells of fall- the spicy scent of cinnamon and clove, the warm and inviting scent of vanilla, bright and fresh orange. I used to burn candles, melt wax tarts, and use plug-ins and sprays to get my home smelling like a crisp fall day. These days I am trying harder to go natural and replace harmful artificial ingredients in my home with essential oils or other safe and natural ... Read More about DIY Fall Scented Wax Melts

30 Free Homeschooling Printables

Homeschooling can be costly, but it doesn’t need to be. You can save a lot of money by utilizing all the free resources available on the Internet! Especially printables! Pretty much any paper organizer or guide that you would find in a pricey homeschooling kit can be found online for free! Of course, there are a lot of free printables out there to sift through, so to save you time I have gathered ... Read More about 30 Free Homeschooling Printables

Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts

I love snickerdoodle cookies, and I love donuts. And usually I like making either from scratch. But some days you just don't have the time or energy to make a completely homemade dessert! Which is why I'm so happy I came up with this easy Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts recipe! It combines two of my favorite desserts! And with a box mix as a base, these donuts take only minutes to put together, making ... Read More about Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts