A Cultivated Nest

Why You Need to Set Up a Budget (and Stick to it)

There are many reasons why reigning in your spending and being responsible with your money by setting a budget is definitely a smart choice, although it may not be a "fun" choice at first. A budget will help you live within your means which believe me in the long haul will feel freeing rather than constraining! Why You Need to Set a Budget (and Stick to it) Why You Need A Budget A budget ... Read More about Why You Need to Set Up a Budget (and Stick to it)

Organizing Your Linen Closet

How To Organize Your Linen Closet. Re-organizing this house before we put it on the market made me realize that I really, really like having a place for everything and everything in its place! I was surprised at how much my husband loves it too! One of the great things about moving is that you get to start over with your home. I plan on spending some time making sure that all the spaces in our ... Read More about Organizing Your Linen Closet

DIY Burlap Gingham & Wheat Napkin Ring

I'm going to be doing a new series for the rest of the year featuring projects/crafts that are really easy to do called Sweet & Simple Projects. The first project is a DIY napkin ring that's perfect for fall! It'll add a beautiful touch to your table for the simplest of dinners or an elaborate Thanksgiving meal! You can make one napkin ring in under 4 minutes so this is a pretty fast ... Read More about DIY Burlap Gingham & Wheat Napkin Ring

5 Ways I Reduce Food Waste & Save Money

A wise friend once told me that the most expensive item in my kitchen is the food that gets thrown out! Throwing away food is like throwing away money! It's something that I've really been working on for the last few months. It's so easy to throw out food that you forgot about that has gone bad at the back of the fridge. But you can save so much money by not wasting food. So I wanted to share ... Read More about 5 Ways I Reduce Food Waste & Save Money

Delicious Apple Pear Crisp In A Jar

Made with the delicious and warming flavors of fall - apples, pears, and cinnamon, these Apple and Pear Crisps will quickly become a favorite cool weather treat for the whole family! The sweet and scrumptious fruit filling covered with a crisp topping and baked into individual servings make them the perfect ending to any meal. Truly a simple recipe to put together even though it will seem ... Read More about Delicious Apple Pear Crisp In A Jar

Scrapbook Paper Fall Wreath & Moving Update

Hi everyone! I wanted to show you a scrapbook paper wreath I made for a little neighbor get together before I pack it up! Michael's had scrapbook paper on sale for 7 for $1.00! I always stock up when the price is low! Buying at the lowest possible price for future use works with not just food! :) We had a few neighbors over to say goodbye before my house got piled high with boxes. So ... Read More about Scrapbook Paper Fall Wreath & Moving Update