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DIY Valentine's Day Ear Muffs for Kids

DIY Heart Ear Muffs for Kids

January 10, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

These DIY Heart Ear Muffs are fun for kids to make and wear on Valentine’s Day. Ear muffs are the perfect way to keep ears toasty. When you make these fun Valentine’s Day themed ear muffs, you can also make them festive! Making your own pair of Valentine’s Day ear muffs is a cinch, soRead More

7 Free Ways to Lose Weight

7 Free Ways to Lose Weight

January 8, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Losing weight doesn’t mean you need to lose money too. In fact, there are plenty of ways to lose weight and feel great without spending one cent. Want to know how? Below you will find 7 free ways to lose weight that you can try right now! Losing weight is hard enough, it shouldn’t beRead More

How to Make Dinosaur Fossil Play Dough

How to Make Dinosaur Fossil Play Dough

January 6, 2015 by Katie Femia 4 Comments

Do your children love dinosaurs? Dinosaur figurines can invite your children into hours of creative play, and this dinosaur fossil play dough can enhance their imaginations even more. You can make your own dinosaur fossil play dough, perfect for pairing up with your child’s dinosaur figurines. With this play dough, your child can enjoy makingRead More

5 Cleaning products you can make yourself

5 Cleaning Products You Can Make Yourself

January 5, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

If you are looking to clean your home naturally and inexpensively, making your own cleaning products may be ideal. If you are unsure about where to start, take a look below at 5 cleaning products you can make yourself. You only need a few common ingredients, and in no time you can whip up aRead More

25 Ways to Avoid Food Waste

25 Ways to Avoid Wasting Food

January 4, 2015 by Katie Femia 11 Comments

Each year, households waste hundreds of pounds of food. This waste also results in hundreds of dollars of wasted money. There are ways to make sure that your household wastes less food and as a result, saves money in the process. Take a look below at 25 ways to avoid wasting food. By just makingRead More

How to Save Money Painting Your House

How to Save Money Painting a Room

January 3, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Are you looking to freshen up your space with a new coat of paint? If so, you might be wondering how you can do so for less. The good news is, there are plenty of ways you can get the look you want without spending a ton. Take a look below at 7 tips onRead More

If you are a college student looking for ways to stay on budget and live better for less, take a look at these 25 ways for college students to save money.

25 Ways for College Students to Save Money

December 30, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

College can be quite an expensive time in life. If you are a college student looking for ways to stay on budget and live better for less, take a look below at 25 ways for college students to save money. When you give these 25 tips a try, you will find that saving money doesn’tRead More

10 Creative Uses for Ground Ginger

10 Creative Uses for Ground Ginger

December 22, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Ground ginger can be purchased at most grocery and health food stores, and it can be used in the home in a variety of ways. If you are curious about the uses for ground ginger, take a look below at 10 uses to get you started. These 10 creative uses for ground ginger are easyRead More

Fancy DIY Dryer Lint Fire Starters

Fancy DIY Dryer Lint Fire Starters

December 18, 2014 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Fire starters are the perfect way to get your fireplace roaring in no time. There is no need to buy the pre-made varieties, when you can easily make them yourself. Take a look at these easy to craft fire starters we made, using just dryer lint as our filler. Not only do they work well, butRead More

10 Unusual Uses for Nutmeg

10 Unusual Uses for Nutmeg

December 17, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Nutmeg is a sweet spice that is found in almost every kitchen. Chances are you have used it a time or two around the holidays, but did you know that nutmeg is perfect for year round use? There are so many great ways to use nutmeg, and we have rounded up 10 unusual uses forRead More

30 Minute Speed Cleaning Schedule

The 30 Minute Speed Cleaning Schedule

December 15, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Who has the time to clean their home? With everything else there is to do in life, spending an entire day sprucing up your space may be out of the question. Instead, take a look at this easy to follow 30 minute speed cleaning schedule. This 30 minute speed cleaning schedule is great to followRead More

7 Ways to Plan Your New Year's Resolutions- Developing a plan for your New Year's resolutions will help you reach success. Get started with these 7 methods.

7 Ways to Plan Your New Year’s Resolutions

December 15, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Do you have New Year’s resolutions in mind, but aren’t sure how to turn them into a solid plan? Take a look below at 7 Ways to Plan Your New Year’s Resolutions. Sometimes, the plan is the hardest part, so creating a solid one is the perfect way to start the New Year. Here isRead More

How to Make Washi Tape Napkin Rings

How to Make Washi Tape Napkin Rings

December 11, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you love a well dressed table? If so, don’t feel like you have to spend big bucks to make your happen. The truth is you can make your holiday dining table look great and make guests feel special, without spending more than a dollar or two. Take a look below at how we craftedRead More

7 Creative Uses for Rulers

7 Creative Uses for Rulers

December 9, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

It seems as though every household has a handful of rulers resting in a drawer somewhere. Rulers are often given out as promotional tools, or purchased year after year for school, so you might find yourself wondering what to do with all of them. Take a look below at 7 creative uses for rulers, perfectRead More

10 Creative Uses for Cloves

10 Creative Uses for Cloves

December 2, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Cloves are a delightful scent of the holiday season and have so many wonderful uses. Take a look below at 10 creative uses for cloves that you can try. You will find that they can be practical in the kitchen, when cleaning, and even when used in your beauty regimens. Here is how you canRead More

DIY Paint Brushes for Kids

DIY Paint Brushes for Kids

December 2, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you have children who love to paint and get artsy? These DIY paint brushes are a cool and unique spin on traditional paintbrushes. Plus, they are a great alternative should you find yourself wanting to paint and have no paint brushes on hand. Take a look at how you can craft your own setRead More

10 Unusual Uses for Cinnamon

10 Unusual Uses for Cinnamon

November 26, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Cinnamon is one of the most recognize scents of the holiday season. You might have some in your pantry or in your potpourri burner perhaps. If you enjoy the scent of cinnamon, take a look below at some fantastic ways to use cinnamon in your home. These 10 unusual uses for cinnamon are simple toRead More

DIY Canning Jar Lid Wreath Ornament

DIY Canning Jar Lid Wreath Ornament

November 25, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

It seems as though we are always looking for ways to dress our holiday trees for less. This canning jar lid wreath ornament is a perfect way to do just that. Using just a canning jar lid and a few crafting supplies you may already have on hand, you can make a canning jar lidRead More

5 Ways to Stick to a Holiday Diet Plan

November 19, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Are the approaching holidays making you worry about your waistline? If so, you might be wondering how to curb holiday snacking. If you aren’t sure where to begin, take a look below at 5 ways to curb holiday snacking and have you looking your best this season. You don’t have to suffer or starve yourself,Read More

10 Creative Uses for Old Socks

November 18, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Do you often find yourself with mismatched pairs of socks on hand? Or perhaps you have old socks that no longer fit well. Whatever the case may be, there are plenty of ways to reuse those old socks. Take a look below at 10 creative uses for old socks that you can try. These usesRead 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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