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10 ways to introduce the letter M

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter M

December 8, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I had a lot of fun putting together this list of fun ways to teach the letter M. There are just so many creative ways to incorporate the letter M into your lesson plans that it was very difficult to find just a few to list here. Here are some fun crafts, recipes and activitiesRead More

How to Save Money By Making Your Own Natural Soap

December 4, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

I have a weird “thing” for those beautiful hand-crafted soaps you see at craft fairs, farmer’s markets and street swap meets. I love the look of them and the beautiful scents. I love the idea of them being made by someone’s hands and not in some factory. Then, I always get scared by the stickerRead More

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter L

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter L

December 1, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

We are almost half-way through the alphabet with the letter L. I hope the previous weeks have been helpful as you create a curriculum for your children with the letters of the alphabet. Each week, I am bringing you new crafts, printables, recipes, books and fun activities that help you design the perfect learning experience.Read More

How to beat hidden holiday costs

How to Beat Hidden Holiday Costs

November 25, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

When it comes to saving money during the holidays, most people place their focus on the obvious holiday costs: the gifts, the travel and of course the big holiday meals. However, there are hidden holiday costs that most people don’t really consider because they aren’t on your radar. Here are some hidden holiday costs and how youRead More

Reduce your holiday stress this year with your 8 Holiday Hacks to Make the Holidays Easier.

8 Holiday Hacks to Make the Holidays Easier

November 24, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Use these holiday hacks to make the holidays easier this year. This is one of the most stressful times of the year and you may have heard of “life hacks” (aka simple things you can do that make life easier), so think of these as your holiday hacks and welcome an easier holiday season.  8 HolidayRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter K

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter K

November 24, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

We are back for another week’s lessons in this series on teaching the letters of the alphabet. This week, we will look at fun activities to teach the letter K. This series focuses on recipes, printables, crafts and activities you can do with your children to introduce them to the letters of the alphabet. Let’s getRead More

How to Cut Holiday Energy Costs

Holiday Energy Saving Tips

November 22, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

There are many things that can make your energy bill skyrocket in the month of December and it isn’t just the cold outside. With all the electronics we use, the lights on the tree and the house, and the use of more lamps since it gets darker earlier, there are so many ways that weRead More

8 Lesser Known Ways to Save on Holiday Gifts

8 Lesser-Known Ways to Save on Holiday Gifts

November 22, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

  There are some very well know ways to save on holiday gifts such as hitting up Black Friday and Cyber Monday, price-matching and watching the sales, but there are some very infrequently used methods to save even more. When it comes to saving money on holiday gifts, you really have find ways to thinkRead More

Black Friday Shopping Myths Debunked

Black Friday Shopping Tips: Black Friday Myths Debunked

November 21, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Black Friday is one day of the year when many people anticipate saving a lot of money. Is it really worth it go out on this shopping day? If you have ever wanted to go shopping on Black Friday, but were scared to because of what you have heard, these Black Friday shopping tips, shouldRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter J

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter J

November 17, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Another week means another letter lesson! This week, it’s the letter J. I had fund putting this week’s letter activities, crafts and book list together as there are so many fun ideas for teaching the letter J out there! Let’s get started with 10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter J!  10+ Ways to Introduce theRead More

10 Calorie Bombs to Avoid this Holiday Season

Holiday Diet Tips: 10 Calorie Bombs to Avoid This Holiday Season

November 12, 2014 by Christine T 2 Comments

We all know that trying to avoid that extra holiday weight gain can present quite a challenge, but did you know that some foods we think are not “too bad” can really blow you away when you know the amount of calories they contain? And I am not just talking about what you may eatRead More

20 uses for lavender essential oil

20 Uses for Lavender Essential Oil

November 12, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

Of all the essential oils out there, I would have to say lavender essential oil is one of my favorites. Not only does it smell amazing and calm the soul, but it has some pretty neat uses around the house as well. Here are 20 ways to use lavender essential oil. 20 Uses for LavenderRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter I

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter I

November 10, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are homeschooling, you know that it can be both fun and challenging to come up with lesson plans for your kids. This series will help you with a collection of recipes, printables, crafts and activities. This week, let’s look at 10 ways to introduce the letter I. 10+ Ways to Introduce the LetterRead More

10 Low Cost Hostess Gift Ideas

November 9, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You will probably attend many parties this year and this may leave you trying to figure out the perfect hostess gift that will stay within your budget. Let’s look at some great low-cost ways to show your host you appreciate their efforts.  10 Low Cost Hostess Gift Ideas 1. Finding a hostess gift that fitsRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter H

10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter H

November 3, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

This week, we are talking about fun ways to teach the letter H. Introducing the letters has never been easier with this list of crafts, recipes, activities and printables from around the web. I hope you find this list of ways to introduce the letter H helpful while you teach your child the alphabet!  MakeRead More

Surprising Uses for Kitchen Appliances

Surprising Uses for Kitchen Appliances

October 27, 2014 by Christine T 4 Comments

Most of us have the common kitchen appliances such as a coffee maker, high powered blender, dishwasher and microwave. You use them for their intended purpose, but doesn’t it sometimes seem like with the amount of money you spent on them you should be able to use them for more? Here are some awesome andRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter g

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter G

October 27, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

The letter G was always one of my favorite letters when I was a kid. I don’t know if that makes me weird for having a favorite letter or not, but I just remember liking it’s smooth curves and the fun tail it had when you wrote it in lowercase. It could also be thatRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter F

10 + Ways to Introduce the Letter F

October 20, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

Welcome to another week of introducing a letter and some more activities to do with your child to make learning about the alphabet fun! This is a compilation designed to help you come up with a lesson plan for your fun filled F week! Make sure, if you missed previous weeks, you scroll to theRead More

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies

October 14, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

Every parent looks forward to their baby’s first holidays and a big one for most parents is their baby’s first Halloween. Sure, babies don’t really understand the concept of going door to door for candy, but who can resist a baby dressed up in an adorable costume? Besides, it’s the perfect photo opp! Here areRead More

10 ways to introduce the letter F

10 Ways to Introduce the Letter F

October 13, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Welcome to another week of introducing a letter and some more activities to do with your child to make learning about the alphabet fun! This is a compilation designed to help you come up with a lesson plan for your fun filled F week! Make sure, if you missed previous weeks, you scroll to theRead 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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