A Cultivated Nest

Old-Fashioned Flowers Your Grandma Used to Grow in Her Garden

I'm a big fan of anything old-fashioned. I love old homemaking tips, old recipes, and more. But I especially love old gardens! My grandma had a wonderful cottage garden, full of gorgeous flowers. My garden isn't at her garden's level of beauty just yet, but I'm trying to get it there. And I hope to do it by including some of the beautiful flowers she used to grow! If you also like cottage gardens, ... Read More about Old-Fashioned Flowers Your Grandma Used to Grow in Her Garden

DIY Mason Jar Citronella Lavender Candle

I love being outdoors. However, I don't love bugs. But for some reason, the bugs love me! I can be standing with a group of people, and I'll be the only one swatting the mosquitoes away! So with summer starting to really heat up, I decided I had to do something different this year. I considered buying some commercial citronella candles, but I always wonder how much of those are actually citronella ... Read More about DIY Mason Jar Citronella Lavender Candle

30 Foods You Should Make Instead of Buy

Being frugal is about finding the best places to spend your money. The things you choose not to buy, you either have to make your own, or do without. The good news is that you can be frugal and never have to do without your favorite foods if you have some basic cooking skills! So many foods and drinks are cheaper to make yourself, and don't take a ton of time. Take a look at these 30 Foods You ... Read More about 30 Foods You Should Make Instead of Buy

Should You Be Like an Old Fashioned 1950s Housewife?

Recently, the 1950s housewife lifestyle has become more popular. Maybe it's because of shows like Mad Men (which was actually set in the 60s), or because people are getting tired of their hectic lifestyles and wish for "the simple good old days," or for a host of other reasons. But regardless of why that lifestyle is making a comeback, there's no denying there is some appeal to it. Retro ads and ... Read More about Should You Be Like an Old Fashioned 1950s Housewife?

DIY Boho Yarn Wall Hanging

I love the look of boho yarn wall hangings! They're pretty simple, but so appealing. Of course, since I love to DIY things, I just had to try my hand at making my own homemade yarn wall hanging. And it wasn't too difficult at all! It was actually very relaxing! If you want to make your own DIY Boho Yarn Wall Hanging, check out my tutorial below! There are so many opportunities for ... Read More about DIY Boho Yarn Wall Hanging

What is a Grocery Price Book and How Does it Save You Money?

Nowadays there is a lot of talk about special coupon and rebate apps that can help you save money on your groceries. But there isn't as much talk about some more old-fashioned techniques. And that's a shame! While a grocery price book may not require any special technology, it still is an excellent way to save money on food. But What is a Grocery Price Book and How Does it Save You Money? Let's ... Read More about What is a Grocery Price Book and How Does it Save You Money?