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How to Use Tangerine Oil- Here are some ways tangerine oil can boost your immune system and help you feel more alert. This citrus oil also smells wonderful!

How to Use Tangerine Oil

January 13, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

If you are a fan of citrus oils, then tangerine oil may be for you. Tangerine essential oil offers many of the benefits that other citrus oils offer, and has a wonderfully fresh scent as well. As you might have imagined it can be used in your homemade beauty and cleaning products, and even inRead More

Pool Noodle Seedling Starter- Make these easy seedling starters using pool noodles. They are a frugal way to protect your young garden plants as they grow!

Pool Noodle Seedling Starter

January 9, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

You may know how practical pool noodles can be in the pool, but did you know they can be helpful in the garden as well? Pool noodles are perfect for keeping your small plants and seedlings safe, offering them protection as they grow strong. Take a look below and see how you can craft yourRead More

DIY Paper Lace Heart Bunting Valentine's Day Banner

DIY Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner

January 9, 2016 by Katie Femia 23 Comments

This Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner is easy to make and is an inexpensive way to decorate for Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day may still be a month away, but it is not too early to start decking your halls with all things hearts. Decorating for Valentine’s Day is a great way to add a popRead More

7 Things to Do with Gifts You Can't Use- Don't hang on to gifts you can't use. Turn them into something you really want or need by using these helpful tips.

7 Things to Do With Gifts You Can’t Use

December 28, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

During the holidays, you may find yourself with gifts you can’t use. While you want to be appreciative, you might be wondering what exactly to do with these items. Take a look below at these 7 Things to Do with Gifts You Can’t Use. They are actually good for a lot more than collecting dust. 7 ThingsRead More

How to Use Fennel Oil- Learn how to make your own fennel oil. Once you have this oil on hand, you can enjoy its health benefits or use it in recipes.

How to Use Fennel Essential Oil

December 23, 2015 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Are you intrigued about the idea of fennel essential oil? To many this is a fairly new concept, as many are familiar with fennel but never realized it was available and can be used in oil form. You can buy fennel essential oil, but you can also make it if you wish. Making your ownRead More

52 Ways to Volunteer in the New Year- If you would like to volunteer more in the New Year but aren't sure where to start, check out these 52 great ideas.

52 Ways to Volunteer in the New Year

December 21, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Volunteering more is a New Year’s resolution that many people make. But sadly, it is one that many have a hard time keeping. If you are thinking about volunteering more in the New Year, but aren’t sure where to start, here are some ideas to get you started. These 52 Ways to Volunteer in the NewRead More

7 Tips for Enjoying Hassle-Free Returns- Returning items after the holidays doesn't need to be a headache. Use these tips to help the process go smoothly.

7 Tips for Enjoying Hassle-Free Returns

December 21, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

After the holidays are over, you might find yourself with an assortment of gifts that you just can’t use. The item may be too big, too small, the wrong color, or simply not your taste. Whatever the case may be, take a look at these 7 Tips for Enjoying Hassle-Free Returns. When you give theseRead More

How to Update a Room with New Hardware- Changing out the hardware in a room is easy and makes a big visual impact. These useful tips will get you started.

How to Update a Room with New Hardware

December 18, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to update your space? New hardware may be the key. Many people don’t consider new hardware when updating a space, but the truth is it can be a simple as well as budget friendly way to make some big changes. Take a look below at HowRead More

How to Properly Paint Kitchen Cabinets- Painting your cabinets is an easy and affordable way to update your kitchen. Do it right with these helpful tips.

How to Properly Paint Kitchen Cabinets

December 17, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Painting your kitchen cabinets is one of the easiest and most budget friendly ways to update the space. This may seem like a daunting task at first, but when you break it down by steps you will find that it is in fact quite a simple and doable process. If you are ready to give yourRead More

DIY Peppermint Lavender Bath Soak- The peppermint, lavender, and Epsom salt in this bath soak will help soothe tired muscles. It also smells wonderful!

DIY Peppermint Lavender Bath Soak

December 16, 2015 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Both peppermint and lavender have properties that promote relaxation and wellness, which is why they are the perfect addition to your bath water. This Peppermint Lavender Bath Soak recipe is perfect for when you need to relax and unwind. It not only smells dreamy, but can actually help your muscles relax and leave you feelingRead More

7 Uses for Leftover Carpet Remnants- There are all sorts of ways carpet remnants can be used around your home. Give these practical solutions a try!

7 Uses for Leftover Carpet Remnants

December 15, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Did you just carpet a room and now you have leftover remnants? Or perhaps you came across some remnants at your local thrift store. Whatever the case may be, there are plenty of fun ways to use those remnants up. Take a look below at these 7 Uses for Leftover Carpet Remnants that you can try.Read More

How to Use Ginger Oil- Learn all about the benefits of Ginger Oil as well as how to make your own and instructions for use. This is one useful root!

How to Use Ginger Oil

December 9, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Ginger oil isn’t an oil you hear about everyday, but it is one worth paying attention too! Ginger oil can be used in a variety of recipes, or to help with a variety of health and beauty issues. You may already be enjoying the many benefits of ginger, and ginger oil is just another wayRead More

Anthropologie Inspired Christmas Tree Centerpiece- This DIY Christmas centerpiece uses darling bottlebrush trees similar to those seen at Anthropologie.

Anthropologie Inspired Christmas Tree Centerpiece

December 4, 2015 by Katie Femia 5 Comments

If you have browsed the Anthropologie catalog lately, you will notice their love for bottle brush Christmas trees. They use these little darlings in so much of their decor, and it is no surprise since they are a reminder of Christmas past. Women use to make their own bottle brush trees out of the sameRead More

7 Ways to Update Your Front Door- These simple updates will freshen the look of your front door. As a result, your entire house will look and feel like new.

7 Ways to Update Your Front Door

December 3, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Does your front porch need a face lift? Updating your front door is one of the quickest and easiest ways to do just that. A few simple changes to your front door can make your whole house feel and look like new with little monetary investments on your part. If you are ready to updateRead More

7 Tips for Painting Your Own Furniture- Do you have an old piece of furniture you're ready to paint? Take a look at these helpful tips before you begin.

7 Tips for Painting Your Own Furniture

December 1, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you love a good DIY project? Perhaps you have seen a piece of furniture on the side of the road and visions of it in a new color or finish ran through your head. Painting your own furniture can be quite easy, and it is a great way to turn a roadside or thriftRead More

Christmas Cactus Care Tips- Growing a Christmas Cactus can be easy and rewarding. These tips will ensure a healthy cactus that will bloom year after year.

7 Christmas Cactus Care Tips

December 1, 2015 by Katie Femia 8 Comments

Christmas Cactus are a popular plant to give and receive during the holiday season. When taken care of, they can last for years and put on a flowering show each season. If you want to learn more about how to care for a Christmas Cactus, take a look at 7 Christmas Cactus Care Tips below.Read More

Easy DIY Jewel Christmas Tree Centerpiece

November 25, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Making your own holiday decor is so easy! You can make your holiday decor without blowing the budget if you pick up some of your supplies at your local dollar store. You can probably pick up everything you need to make quick centerpieces like the one you see here for about $3.00 in supplies. This frugal butRead More

5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Paint Color- Picking the right paint color for your walls can be tricky. Make the job a little easier with these great tips.

5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Paint Color

November 19, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Are you struggling with choosing the perfect paint color? Are you afraid of paint color commitment? Then take a look below at these 5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Paint Color. When you give these tips a try, you can feel more confident in the paint color you decide to go with and save some moneyRead More

7 Ways to Update Your Front Porch- Improve the look of your porch with these 7 quick and inexpensive updates. A few small fixes can make a big difference!

7 Ways to Update Your Front Porch

November 12, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Is your front porch ready for a face lift? There are many ways to add character and color to your porch while still staying in your budget. Take a look below at 7 Ways to Update Your Front Porch so you can get the look you love for less! It will add value to yourRead More

7 Creative Ways to Gift Money- Giving money doesn't have to be boring. These fun tips will add creativity and charm the next time you give cash for a gift.

7 Creative Ways to Gift Money

November 11, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Money is a wonderful gift to give, as it gives the recipient the gift of choice. Many people prefer to give money these days (and many love to receive it), but don’t exactly like to just toss it in a card and call it day. They want to put a little more effort into theirRead 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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