A Cultivated Nest

Homemade Buffalo Oyster Crackers

It's football season! Whether you're participating in watching the games, or are just helping to entertain during game watching get-togethers, you're sure to love this quick game day snack recipe! Not only is this recipe fast and easy, but it's also easy to make in bulk at a low price, making it the perfect snack for big gatherings! Add these yummy Homemade Buffalo Oyster Crackers to your game day ... Read More about Homemade Buffalo Oyster Crackers

Easy DIY Fabric Wrapped Pumpkin

If you want to enjoy pumpkins that are little more low maintenance this year, this fabric wrapped pumpkin idea may be a solution for you! Making your own fabric wrapped pumpkin can be easy, and all you need is some of your favorite fall fabric and a roll of toilet paper. There is no sewing required and the finished product is ready in just minutes! Here is how you can get started making an Easy ... Read More about Easy DIY Fabric Wrapped Pumpkin

One Skillet Beef and Cabbage

I discovered a wonderful new cut of meat that I have never seen before- Carne Picada at Walmart. You can probably pick it up in Spanish markets and other grocery stores, but this is the only place I have found it so far. Essentially it is just beef cut/shredded into very tiny pieces, used in a lot of Hispanic cooking I believe. I immediately had to try it out in several new dishes because I loved ... Read More about One Skillet Beef and Cabbage

5 Reasons Why You MUST Have a Budget

We’ve all heard it at one point or another- “you need a budget.” But what we don’t usually hear after that is exactly why we need to have one. It’s important to know why, especially if you’re new to budgeting or saving money. You already know that having a budget can keep your spending on track, but have you ever considered the other reasons why you should have a budget? Yes, there are other ... Read More about 5 Reasons Why You MUST Have a Budget

15 Delicious Pumpkin Cookie Recipes

I don't know about you, but I can't get enough of pumpkin right now! It's just the perfect fall ingredient! I wait all year for pumpkin drinks and pumpkin desserts to be in season. One of my favorite fall pumpkin treats is pumpkin cookies! There are so many different types of pumpkin cookies out there- crunchy, soft, chocolaty, creamy. No matter what type of cookie you like, it's likely there's a ... Read More about 15 Delicious Pumpkin Cookie Recipes

Easy DIY Chalky Paint

Don't you just love the look of chalky paints? They look so pretty, and have such a nice texture. It's also easy to use chalky paint to distress furniture, and who doesn't like it when a DIY project is easy? If you like easy projects, you'll love this homemade recipe for Easy DIY Chalky Paint! Commercial chalky paint can be somewhat pricey (around $40 per quart), and you're limited by the ... Read More about Easy DIY Chalky Paint