A Cultivated Nest

Homemade Mojito Gel Air Fresheners

I am often reaching for products to freshen up the air in my home, but many candles, air fresheners, and other products contain some pretty toxic ingredients. I have been trying to cut all that out of our lives for awhile now (candles are hard to give up) and I am always experimenting, looking for ways to substitute with more natural products. Generally it is my essential oils that come to the ... Read More about Homemade Mojito Gel Air Fresheners

Mason Jar Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes

I don't know about you, but I could happily eat half a whole pineapple upside-down cake by myself! They're just so good! But seeing as how that's not necessarily healthy, I usually have to practice some type of portion control. And what better way to do that than with Mason jars! Each one of these Mason Jar Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes is just the right amount of sweet, delicious cake! Mix them up ... Read More about Mason Jar Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes

15 Thoughtful DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Lovely Homemade Father's Day Gifts. Father's Day is just two weeks away! But don't worry, you still have time to get your dad something great. Or better yet, why not make him something great? Homemade gifts are often more thoughtful and cost less, a win-win situation! If you're not sure what gift to make this year, check out this list of 15 Thoughtful DIY Father's Day Gift ... Read More about 15 Thoughtful DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Working Man Hand and Foot Salve

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and I have a hubby who works with his hands and is on his feet all day- this means rough, cracked, and callused hands and tired feet. Store-bought creams and salves often can’t do the job, not to mention that they are filled with questionable ingredients that often do more harm than good. But this recipe is not only thick, conditioning, and healing for hands ... Read More about Working Man Hand and Foot Salve

Blueberry Lemonade Ice Pops

I can't believe how hot it is here already! The first official day of summer is still a month away! If you're experiencing similar high temperatures, then you're probably like me and looking for easy ways to cool down. Probably one of the tastiest ways to get cooler on a hot day is with a cold treat, like these Blueberry Lemonade Ice Pops! They're very easy to mix up! What's great about these ... Read More about Blueberry Lemonade Ice Pops

15 Fabulous Coffee Recipes

I love a good cup of coffee! While a plain home coffee machine brewed cup will work just fine, my favorite coffee is definitely the fancy flavored kinds you get at coffee shops! But while I like how they taste, I often don't like those coffee shop prices! And sometimes I just don't feel like traveling out of my way to go get an expensive store-brewed cup. Luckily, you can easily make your own ... Read More about 15 Fabulous Coffee Recipes