A Cultivated Nest

DIY Succulent Planters

I'm so ready for spring and summer! I know the first day of spring was only a few days ago, but I'm tired of winter and all these cold days. As I wait for the weather to get warm and stay warm, I'm starting to decorate my home for spring/summer. And one of the best ways to do that (in my opinion), is with live plants and some subtle beach elements. Combine the two and what do you get? These ... Read More about DIY Succulent Planters

20 Must-Try Easter Side Dish Recipes

I sometimes think that Easter dinner is one of the most inspiring celebrations – especially when it comes to side dishes! It is the beginning of spring, when fresh veggies are starting to hit the farmer's markets and grocery stores. It's a great time to save quite a bit of money on your produce just by picking what is in season, plus you can try new ingredients and recipes. And there are a lot of ... Read More about 20 Must-Try Easter Side Dish Recipes

Square Foot Garden Planner Printable

It's time to start planning out your garden! We're still having the occasional freezing night here, so I'm not ready to really start my garden just yet. But that's okay, as it gives me more time to plan! Something I was considering doing in my garden this year is making a square foot garden (also called a SFG). Supposedly, square foot gardens are easier to manage than regular gardens, and use less ... Read More about Square Foot Garden Planner Printable

20 Gorgeous DIY Easter Wreaths

When you start seeing Easter décor popping up, spring is decidedly on its way, and we really couldn’t be happier about that! From the light and airy materials to the soft and friendly colors, there is something about Easter decorations that just lighten up and brighten up the whole place. And of course, when you want to lighten and brighten an entire home, often the best place to start is with ... Read More about 20 Gorgeous DIY Easter Wreaths

100 Tips to Help You Live Within Your Means

If you want to be smart financially, then you need to live within your means. That means you only spend what you have instead of going into debt. Depending on how you've been living, this may be difficult at first, but trust me, it's so worth it in the long run! Living within your means gives you greater financial control, leaves money for things you really need/want, and makes it so you have less ... Read More about 100 Tips to Help You Live Within Your Means

15 Easter Desserts to Make with Peeps

Regardless of whether you love or hate those delightfully sugary marshmallow treats, there is no denying Easter Peeps are a popular sign of Easter. When they start to appear on the shelves, it’s a good sign that spring is very, very near, and the Easter Bunny is not too far behind. So put them to good (and tasty use) and try these 15 Easter Desserts to Make with Peeps! These cute little ... Read More about 15 Easter Desserts to Make with Peeps