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10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Using Coupons

10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Groceries Without Using Coupons

January 1, 2022 by Christine T 7 Comments

Don’t have time for clipping coupons? Here are 10 easy ways to save money on groceries without using coupons. We all want to save money at the market, but many of us don’t have time to be extreme couponers and need simple ways to save. In this post, you will find 10 ways to saveRead More

12 Tips for Hosting a New Year’s Eve Party on a Budget

December 23, 2021 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Use these tips for hosting a New Year’s Eve party on a budget to throw a fun bash without breaking the bank. The end of the year is almost upon us and you may be wanting to host a New Year’s Eve bash. Let the year go out with a bang while sticking to yourRead More

Vintage Ways to Celebrate Christmas- Take things back to old-fashioned and simple with these vintage Christmas traditions for the whole family.

Frugal Vintage Christmas Celebration Ideas

December 3, 2021 by Christine T 3 Comments

If you are looking for some ways to simplify Christmas and make it less commercial, here are some frugal vintage Christmas celebration ideas to help your family slow down and enjoy the season. I don’t know about you, but I am starting to become very overwhelmed by the amount of pressure we place on ourselvesRead More

8 tips for making your Christmas tree last longer

8 Ways to Make Your Christmas Tree Last Longer

November 29, 2021 by Christine T 1 Comment

Are you wondering how to make your Christmas tree last longer this year? Use the tips below to extend the life of your tree and reduce needle drop. Since a “real” Christmas tree can be quite an investment, you probably want to preserve it as long as possible. In order to do this, you needRead More

How to Turn Thrift Store Finds into Christmas Gifts - ideas and inspiration for unique Christmas presents on a budget.

How to Turn Thrift Store Finds into Christmas Gifts

November 11, 2021 by Christine T 13 Comments

Whether you are trying to do Christmas on a budget, a homemade Christmas, or a zero-waste holiday presents, you will find many clever thrift store Christmas gift ideas below to help you with your goals. Thrift shopping is a great way to save money year-round. You can get children’s clothing cheaply, housewares, and even furniture.Read More

Frugal Ways to build a Cold Frame

Frugal Ways to Build a Cold Frame

September 9, 2021 by Christine T 6 Comments

Do you have a short growing season? You can lengthen it with a cold frame. Here are frugal ways to build a cold frame for your garden. For many of us that live in the cooler temperature regions, we tend to think by this time of year, growing vegetables is hopeless. This is not reallyRead More

Secrets to Saving Money on Groceries You Have to Try- You know that coupons can save you money on groceries, but here are some useful tips you may not know!

Secrets to Saving Money on Groceries You Have to Try

August 20, 2019 by Christine T 1 Comment

If you feel like you’re overspending at the grocery store, be sure to check out these secrets to saving money on groceries that you may not already be aware of! If you have been living frugally, you probably know the very obvious tricks to save money on groceries such as using coupons, not shopping hungry,Read More

Star Wars Birthday Party Ideas- These amazing Star Wars themed decorations, games, and menu ideas are perfect for a birthday party or movie release party.

Star Wars Birthday Party Ideas

May 15, 2019 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Check out these fun Star Wars birthday party ideas when planning your kid’s next party. There’s nothing quite as fun as throwing or attending a themed party. If you are excited as many people are over the new Star Wars movies coming out, then you may be looking for ways to throw an awesome StarRead More

15 Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs- Are you looking for a unique way to decorate Easter eggs this year? Check out these fun and creative egg decorating ideas!

15 Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs

April 12, 2019 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Get creative with your eggs this year and try one of these unique ways to decorate Easter Eggs. When I was a kid, decorating eggs was one of my favorite parts of the Easter festivities. I loved being able to make an egg for every member of the family, complete with their name on it.Read More

5 Tips for Staying Motivated to Stick to Your Budget- Tired of budgeting every month? Here are 7 ways to stay motivated and focused on your financial goals.

5 Tips for Staying Motivated to Stick to Your Budget

February 15, 2019 by Christine T 1 Comment

Budgeting is a great way to keep an eye on the amount of money coming into and leaving your bank account. With a budget, you can successfully save money and pay off debts. Sometimes, however, you might find budgeting more of a chore – one that you have no desire continuing to work on. Read onRead More

Here are 10 free Baby Quilt Patterns to get you started whether you are looking to make a handmade baby shower gift or a quilt for your own baby.

10 Free Baby Quilt Patterns

December 17, 2018 by Christine T 1 Comment

Any of these free baby quilt patterns would make sweet baby blankets that would be treasured for years to come! Making a quilt is always a labor of love. When it comes to making a baby quilt, you can be assured that it will most certainly be one of the best gifts you can makeRead More

Tips for Winter Composting - How to keep your compost pile active during the winter months.

Tips for Winter Composting

November 2, 2018 by Christine T 3 Comments

Use these tips for winter composting to keep your compost pile going all winter long. Composting is an excellent way to not only use up your food and lawn waste, but also create bountiful gardens. Because traditional composting is a heated process where bacteria break down organic material, it can be a challenge for thoseRead More

The Newbie Guide to Frugal Living- This guide provides helpful tips and resources for anyone who is ready to begin living a more frugal life.

The Beginner’s Guide to Frugal Living

October 26, 2018 by Christine T 1 Comment

If you want to save money, but aren’t sure where to start, check out this beginner’s guide to frugal living. For many people, the idea of a frugal lifestyle sounds like a great plan, but so many things stop them from making the leap. They worry that they will miss out on the “good things inRead More

11 Holiday Cooking and Baking Hacks- Make the most of your time spent in the kitchen this holiday season. These cooking and baking hacks will surely help!

11 Holiday Cooking and Baking Hacks

October 25, 2018 by Christine T 1 Comment

These holiday cooking and baking hacks will save you time and decrease your stress during the holidays. One of my favorite things to do during the holiday season is cook, but it can be quite a daunting task as well. I love to find ways top make my cooking easier, quicker, and more efficient soRead More

These pumpkin recipes include everything from breakfast to dessert, plus instruction on how to make pumpkin puree at home.

15 Pumpkin Recipes + How to Make Pumpkin Puree

October 23, 2018 by Christine T 1 Comment

Learn how to make pumpkin puree and 15 delicious pumpkin recipes to use your harvest! It’s that time of year when fans of pumpkin spice start squealing with joy. The signs are out announcing the arrival of pumpkin spice lattes, all retailers are filling up with pumpkin spice goodies, and it seems pumpkin is the kingRead More

How to Save Big on Groceries

How to Save Big on Groceries

October 21, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Groceries are one of the places in your budget where there is the most room for big savings. Here’s how to save big on groceries. Groceries are a necessary expense. After all, we all need to eat. I remember when it was easy to get a whole cart of food for less than $100 andRead More

How to Save Money with Amazon Prime

How to Save Money with Amazon Prime

October 1, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You may be wondering if an Amazon Prime membership is worth the cost, but if you know how to use it, it can pay for itself. Here’s how to save money with amazon prime. If you frequent Amazon.com, you may have noticed a service called “Amazon Prime.”  For $12.99 a month, you can become aRead More

Fall Apple Activities for Kids

15 Fall Apple Activities for Kids

September 21, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can do many kid-friendly crafts and fun activities with apples or inspired by the fall apple harvest. Enjoy the season and choose a couple of these fall apple activities to do with your kids. I know lots of people say it, but autumn really is one of my favorite times of the year. TheRead More

What to buy at the dollar store and what to skip

What to Buy at the Dollar Stores and What to Skip

August 17, 2018 by Christine T 19 Comments

These tips on what to buy at dollar stores and what to skip will help you find the best bargains. Dollar Stores are a bargain lover’s paradise. You can find just about every department in a big box store on a smaller scale and comb for good bargain after good bargain. I love to hitRead More

10 Things You Should Never Pay Full Price For-A list of items that you should never pay full price for. Tips for saving money on every day expenses.

10 Things You Should Never Pay Full Price For

August 2, 2018 by Christine T 3 Comments

 You can save a lot of money by skipping a few full price items. Here are 10 things you should never pay full price for. Some things in life should be free or at least really low cost. When you start living frugally, you will find yourself almost addicted to saving wherever you can. ItRead More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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