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Reuse a terra cotta saucer to make this colorful Flower Pot Saucer Turkey Craft. It is an easy and frugal craft to make with kids this fall.

Flower Pot Saucer Turkey Craft

October 31, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Reuse a terra cotta saucer to make this colorful Flower Pot Saucer Turkey Craft. It is an easy and frugal craft to make with kids this fall. Autumn is finally here and there is so much to get excited about! Fall is my absolute favorite time of year and I guess you could say that’s dueRead More

Now is the time to clean out your gardening beds and prepare them for the cold months ahead. To do so, use these tips on How to Clear Your Garden for Fall.

How to Clear Your Garden for Fall

October 27, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Fall is the ideal time to clean out your gardening beds and prepare them for the cold months ahead. To do so, use these tips on How to Clear Your Garden for Fall. This is a great way to ensure that the soil is ready for planting in the spring. It seems like just yesterday weRead More

This Fall Felt Tree Craft is an easy project for kids as the autumn leaves start to fall. The pieces can be reused for play or glued on for decoration.

Fall Felt Tree Craft

October 20, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

This Fall Felt Tree Craft is a colorful and easy project for kids as the autumn leaves start to fall. The pieces can be reused for play or glued on and hung for decoration. Autumn is by far my favorite season. I am not one that likes the extreme temperature of winter or summer, soRead More

Get a head start on your busy day with these 7 Tasks You Can Complete Over Coffee. There is a lot you can get gone while enjoying this morning ritual!

7 Tasks You Can Complete Over Coffee

October 19, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Get a head start on your busy day with these 7 Tasks You Can Complete Over Coffee. There is a lot you can get gone while enjoying this morning ritual! Do you love to multitask? In most cases it isn’t an option, it is essential! Chances are, you probably find all sorts of pockets ofRead More

Clove is a natural option for keeping common pests away from your home and yard. These 5 tips on How to Use Cloves to Repel Pests will show you how!

How to Use Cloves to Repel Pests

October 13, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Clove is a natural option for keeping common pests away from your home and yard. These 5 tips on How to Use Cloves to Repel Pests will help you use this common spice to your advantage! Cloves don’t just smell amazing, did you know they are great for pest control too? Found in the spices sectionRead More

Tortilla shells are a frugal way to stretch your food budget. Learn How a $1 Pack of Tortilla Shells Can Be Used in Every Meal with these 6 delicious ideas.

How a $1 Pack of Tortilla Shells Can Be Used in Every Meal

October 12, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Tortilla shells are a delicious and inexpensive way to stretch your food budget. Here are 6 ways a $1 pack of tortilla shells can be used in every meal. Tortilla shells are quite inexpensive and can often be found for about a buck per package. You might think that tortilla shells are only good for tacos orRead More

Teaching children gratitude can be challenging. This DIY Thankful Jar for Kids is a great activity to help them focus on their blessings this Thanksgiving.

DIY Thankful Jar for Kids

October 10, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

With so much media out there now, it’s easy for any of us to feel the crunch to compare ourselves to others and want more and more. Kids are no different. For a parent, it can feel like it’s getting harder and harder to instill values like gratitude. There are many things you can do toRead More

This Rustic Brick Centerpiece is a nice addition to your table in any season. The tutorial includes everything you need to make this frugal and easy craft.

Rustic Brick Centerpiece

October 7, 2016 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

This Rustic Brick Centerpiece is a nice addition to your table in spring and summer, or even fall. It is inexpensive to make with a few crafting materials and won’t take long at all. Your dining table will glow with the light of the tea lights, adding to the rustic touch of this centerpiece. Sometimes,Read More

In the mood for a game of tic tac toe? This DIY Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe Board is an easy fall craft for kids. Grab a few inexpensive materials and get playing!

DIY Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe Board

October 6, 2016 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

Tic Tac Toe is one of those games that is classic and timeless. It’s fun to play on paper, but even more fun when you have a simple DIY Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe Board to play it on as well. This fall, why not make this pumpkin themed Tic Tac Toe board with your kids? ItRead More

What to Buy in October - 50 Items on sale this month

What to Buy in October

October 4, 2016 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

October is the perfect time for pumpkins, tricks, and treats. But did you know you can also count on a variety of great sales during the month of October? Take a look below at a list of what to buy in October, as certain items will be at their lowest price of the year. WhenRead More

7 Ways for College Students to Stretch Their Food Budget

7 Ways for College Students to Stretch Their Food Budget

September 28, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Here are 7 Ways for College Students to Stretch Their Food Budget so they can save money and avoid unhealthy eating habits.  These include frugal tips for buying groceries and how to find dining deals around campus. You might think that being a college student means living on a diet of ramen noodles. But the truth is, there areRead More

How to Make Money at Holiday Craft Shows - What you need to do to from finding craft shows to making the sale and generating future business.

How to Make Money at Holiday Craft Shows

September 22, 2016 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Are you a crafter? Do you enjoy creating jewelry, woodwork, scarves, purses, or other handmade goods? If so, you may be able to make a little extra holiday cash this season. Craft shows are all the rage around the holidays as people are on the hunt for the perfect gift. If you enjoy crafting oneRead More

Serving food in a pumpkin shell is fun and easy. Here are 7 Foods You Can Serve in a Pumpkin Shell and how to prep your pumpkin for best results.

7 Foods You Can Serve in a Pumpkin Shell

September 15, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

If you love decorating with pumpkins in the fall, consider using them as a perfectly functional bowl for your favorite recipes. You will find instructions how to prep your pumpkin as well as 7 Foods You can Serve in a Pumpkin Shell. One of the coolest ways to serve food at Halloween time is toRead More

diy oriole bird feeder using oranges

How to Make an Oriole Bird Feeder

September 13, 2016 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

You can attract beautiful orioles to your yard with this easy DIY Oriole Bird Feeder. All you need is an orange and a few other simple materials. Orioles are a bright and colorful bird known for their vibrant orange chest and love of sweet treats! If you want to attract orioles to your yard butRead More

Tips for Growing Fabulous Ferns- Ferns can be a tad finicky. Once you know these key tips and tricks you can grow the most gorgeous ferns on the block!

Tips for Growing Fabulous Ferns

September 6, 2016 by Katie Femia 7 Comments

One of the wonderful things about ferns is they can be grown both indoors and outdoors. If you live where the growing season is short, growing ferns in containers that can be brought indoors for the winter months is ideal. Ferns can be a tad finicky, but once you know some key tips and tricksRead More

7 Annuals You Can Bring Indoors During the Winter- These annuals can thrive indoors in the winter months. Don't toss them once the colder temperatures hit!

7 Annuals You Can Bring Indoors During the Winter

August 30, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Annuals look so beautiful during the summer months, but they simply aren’t made for the cold winter weather. Because of this, most gardeners toss their annuals in the early fall when the temperatures start to change. If you wish you could enjoy those beautiful blooms a bit longer, why not consider annuals that can beRead More

DIY Rustic Mason Jar Makeup Brush Holder- This farmhouse style rustic makeup brush holder is easy to make and can even be washed.

DIY Rustic Mason Jar Makeup Brush Holder

August 26, 2016 by Katie Femia 10 Comments

I am a big fan of anything rustic or farmhouse style in home decor. This goes for main living areas like the living room and kitchen as well as small details in the bathroom. Another thing I love is simple DIYs that can add great touches to your home and this DIY Rustic Mason Jar MakeupRead More

20 Items You Should Buy Generic- Buying these generic food and grocery items will help you stretch your budget and save money.

20 Items You Should Buy Generic

August 24, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

As an avid shopper and deal hunter you probably already know that buying generic can save you tons of money. But how do you know which items are best to buy generic? Below we have compiled the Top 20 Items You Should Buy Generic, so you can be sure you are stretching your budget asRead More

20 Items Worth Buying Organic- Keeping these organic items in mind will help you make smarter shopping choices when buying healthy food for your family.

20 Items Worth Buying Organic

August 17, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

With all of the talk about food pesticides and artificial hormones, you might be wondering which produce and food items you should buy organic. The truth is, certain items have a health benefit to buying organic and can help you and your family lead a more natural lifestyle. Take a look below at 20 ItemsRead More

Creative Uses for Camphor Oil- Here are 7 great ways to use camphor oil in your home and health routine. It is easy to use and a little goes a long way!

Creative Uses for Camphor Oil

August 10, 2016 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Once upon a time, women used camphor oil for so many reasons! Camphor oil has since taken a back seat to many of the other essential household oils, but the truth is it is just as practical and purposeful! If you have been curious about camphor oil and want to know more about how 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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