A Cultivated Nest

How To Track Your Expenses

It’s really important to have some sort of method for tracking the amount of money you’re spending if you are trying to stay on budget . Thinking you're going to remember what you spent is not going to work 99% of the time. I've tried it that way and it didn't work.at.all! You really do need to be aware of how and where you spend your money in order to be in control of your finances. I wanted to ... Read More about How To Track Your Expenses

Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Whether you are looking for a (practically) meatless main dish or a tasty side veggie for your meal, these Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats fit the bill. Full of healthy vegetables, loads of flavor and texture we make it a point to have this on the table often, and I think it makes a pretty presentation as well. While this version has a definite Italian flavor, feel free to use whatever ... Read More about Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats

DIY Wintery White Sweater Lamp

I hope you are all keeping warm ! It's been below 20 degrees in Atlanta for a while now, so I think winter is here! To bring a wintery yet cozy feel to my living room I've upcycled a couple of white sweaters from the thrift store into various home decor items (here's my sweater covered flower pot) and I wanted to share with you one of my other repurpose projects. A DIY sweater covered lampshade. I ... Read More about DIY Wintery White Sweater Lamp

5 Great Free Apps For Organizing Your Receipts

The holidays may be over, so you may not be keeping any more gift receipts, but did you know that it's important to keep regular receipts as well? If you're the type of person that loves to use your phone for everything then you'll love this. Here are 5 free iPhone and Android apps to help you keep your receipts organized year-round! But why would you want to keep receipts in the first ... Read More about 5 Great Free Apps For Organizing Your Receipts

DIY Lavender Body Scrub

Sugar scrubs are expensive to buy but oh so easy to make! They make great gifts or keep them to pamper yourself. One of my favorite homemade gifts to give are body scrubs because you can add in any essential oil you want to give it that personal touch. This year quite a few of my friends are getting a Lavender body scrub and I must say it’s definitely my favorite one so far. With a gorgeous ... Read More about DIY Lavender Body Scrub

New Ways To Save Money In The New Year

The New Year is a time of new habits. It’s a perfect time to reorganize your thoughts, ideas and financial goals. If you are looking for new ways to save money in the New Year, here are some lesser used ideas when it comes to staying on budget. New Ways to Save Money in the New Year 1. Minimize your wardrobe. Try participating in the Project 333 if you need outside motivation (It's a ... Read More about New Ways To Save Money In The New Year