A Cultivated Nest

Homemade Peppermint Sugar Scrub

Now that it's winter, it's even more important to take care of your skin. The cold, dry air could easily leave it dull and rough. A great way to combat this is with a sugar scrub! Unfortunately, commercial sugar scrubs tend to be costly, and they often contain odd chemicals. Save money and clean your skin naturally with this Homemade Peppermint Sugar Scrub recipe! While you could just make ... Read More about Homemade Peppermint Sugar Scrub

M&M Mason Jar Cookie Mix Recipe

It's the holiday season! That means it's time to start thinking about holiday gifts. Of course you could always buy presents, but homemade gifts appear more thoughtful (and are more inexpensive)! Food gifts tend to be particularly popular, but if they're pre-made there's always the danger that they'll dry out before you can give them to the recipient. You don't have to worry about that with this ... Read More about M&M Mason Jar Cookie Mix Recipe

How to Include Savings in Your Budget Without Breaking the Bank

Having some money in savings is so important, but it’s something that a lot of families just don't have. It's something that we all know we should do, yet for many families, having a savings account feels like it's just out of the reach of their budget. Often, due to circumstances it is, but just as often that isn’t really the case. Building a savings account can actually be pretty budget ... Read More about How to Include Savings in Your Budget Without Breaking the Bank

50+ Free Printables For Your Life and Home

Free Printables to Organize Your Life + Decorate Your Home. I love free printables! Not just because they're free (which by itself is great), but also because there are so many different kinds! You can use free decor printables to decorate your home year-round, or can get free budgeting printables to help you keep your finances in order! There are also free organization printables, to help you ... Read More about 50+ Free Printables For Your Life and Home

White Chocolate Apples with Milk Chocolate Drizzle

I love chocolate and I love apples, which means I love gourmet chocolate covered apples! Unfortunately, store-bought chocolate covered apples tend to be rather pricy, especially when you consider that all they are is apples and some chocolate. Which is why I like to make my own gourmet apples at home! Homemade chocolate covered apples are easy to make, inexpensive, and you can use whatever type of ... Read More about White Chocolate Apples with Milk Chocolate Drizzle

10 Free Christmas Printables

Can you believe that October is nearly over? There are only 61 days until Christmas! That means that if you haven't already, it's time to start thinking seriously about Christmas. That includes Christmas gifts, Christmas recipes, and Christmas decorations! But decorating for Christmas doesn't have to be difficult, or costly. Try printing one of these 10 Free Christmas Printables and decorate your ... Read More about 10 Free Christmas Printables