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This Toothpick Triangles Activity is a fun and frugal way to teach kids about shapes, geometry, or letters. All you need is marshmallows and toothpicks!

Toothpick Triangles Activity

November 29, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

This Toothpick Triangles Activity is a fun and frugal way to teach kids of all ages about shapes, geometry, or letters. All you need is marshmallows and toothpicks! I love crafts and activities that don’t require you to go out and buy a bunch of supplies. This Toothpick Triangles Activity is one of these andRead More

These tips for Batch Cooking on a Budget are a great way to save time and money in the kitchen. Check them out and see how much money you can save!

Batch Cooking on a Budget

November 23, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

These tips for Batch Cooking on a Budget are a great way to save time and money in the kitchen. Check them out and see how much money you can save! My budget for groceries seems to be shrinking these days. I think it’s because I have noticed an increase in the cost of food.Read More

This Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese is a frugal way to turn plain mac and cheese into a meal. Your whole family will love the flavors in this easy recipe.

Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese

November 22, 2016 by Ann 7 Comments

This Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese is a frugal way to turn plain mac and cheese into a meal. Your whole family will love the flavors in this easy recipe! When most people think of comfort food, certainly mac and cheese comes to mind. There’s the classic way of making it with just cheese orRead More

How do you keep your home clean if you don't like to clean? It's easy when you follow these tips on How to Keep Your Home Clean in 30 Minutes a Day.

How to Keep Your Home Clean in 30 Minutes a Day

November 22, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

How do you keep your home clean if you don’t like to clean? It’s easy when you follow these tips on How to Keep Your Home Clean in 30 Minutes a Day! Do you hate cleaning? Not a lot of people enjoy taking time out of their day to clean their home! But a lotRead More

Kids can learn about the letter S with this fun Letter S Activity: Sunshine Shadows Tracing. It's an easy activity to set up and enjoy on a sunny day!

Sunshine Shadows Tracing Activity for Kids

November 22, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Kids can learn about the letter S with this fun Letter S Activity: Sunshine Shadows Tracing. It’s an easy and educational activity to set up and enjoy on a sunny day! For some reason, shadows never scared me as a kid. I was always excited to see what kind of shadow an object would cast.Read More

The Kindness Elves: An Alternative to Elf on a Shelf

November 18, 2016 by Ann 2 Comments

Many families are looking for an alternative to Elf on a Shelf this holiday season.  The Kindness Elves are an ideal solution that allows your children to have fun with a surprising elf adventure, without the negative things that are often associated with the other popular elf during the holidays. The Kindness Elves: An AlternativeRead More

This Raccoon Paper Plate Craft features a fuzzy forest friend with fun googly eyes. It's a simple craft for kids and requires just a few low-cost materials.

Raccoon Paper Plate Craft

November 17, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

This Raccoon Paper Plate Craft features a fuzzy forest friend with fun googly eyes. It’s a simple craft for kids and requires just a few low-cost materials. Many people see raccoons as complete pests, but you just cannot deny that they are pretty cute. With their ‘bandit mask’ and cat-like features, raccoons are one pestRead More

Enjoy Scarecrow Cookies Chocolate Covered Oreos that are fun and whimsical treats for the fall season!

Scarecrow Chocolate Covered Oreos

November 17, 2016 by Ann 1 Comment

I love chocolate covered Oreos for a fun snack to celebrate any holiday or season.  These Scarecrow Chocolate Covered Oreos take a bit of time to prepare, but the result is amazing! For a fun harvest party, or just to give your kids a special treat, these Scarecrow Chocolate Covered Oreos are ideal!  This recipeRead More

Christmas Gifts don't have to break the bank! Check out this Parent's Guide to Buying Only 4 Christmas Gifts From Santa that are practical and meaningful.

Parent’s Guide to Buying Only 4 Christmas Gifts From Santa

November 15, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

If your child has a Christmas wish list a mile long, it’s time to change how they view the holiday while also saving your budget.  We have a great method of buying only 4 Christmas gifts from Santa each year that will leave your kids happy and your budget intact. Buying Christmas gifts for yourRead More

Kids can let their imaginations run wild with this Letter R Robot Craft. It is a fun and frugal way to teach the letter R with scrap craft supplies.

Robot Craft for Kids

November 15, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Kids can let their imaginations run wild with this Robot Craft. It is a fun and frugal way to teach the letter R with scrap craft supplies. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a robot to help you do things? What kid doesn’t dream about having a robot to help them with tasks like makingRead More

Mark your guests' seats with a DIY Pinecone Place Card Holder. This is a frugal fall or winter decoration you can make when you're short on time and money.

Pinecone Place Card Holder

November 11, 2016 by Ann 1 Comment

Mark your guests’ seats with a DIY Pinecone Place Card Holder. This is a frugal fall or winter decoration you can make when you’re short on time and money. Making place settings can be super easy and you can use all kinds of things to do it. If you are having a fall or winterRead More

These Felt Christmas Cookies are an adorable craft for pretend play or to hang on your Christmas tree. Kids will enjoy decorating each colorful cookie!

Felt Christmas Cookies

November 10, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

These Felt Christmas Cookies are an adorable craft for pretend play or to hang on your Christmas tree. Kids will enjoy decorating each colorful cookie just like the real thing, but without the mess! Decorating Christmas cookies is one of my very favorite holiday activities, but the truth is, it can get pretty messy! OnRead More

Avoid unnecessary debt and stress this Christmas season with these Tips for Creating a Holiday Budget and Sticking to It. A little planning can help a lot!

Tips for Creating a Holiday Budget and Sticking to It

November 8, 2016 by Ann 2 Comments

Avoid unnecessary debt and stress this Christmas season with these Tips for Creating a Holiday Budget and Sticking to It. A little planning can help a lot! When the holidays roll in many of us find ourselves tight on money. We experience the added stress of purchasing gifts, clothing for parties, and food for larger gatheringsRead More

Learn How to Make Your Own Quicksand with this easy tutorial. It's a fun and educational activity for kids as they set toys on the sand and watch them sink.

How to Make Your Own Quicksand

November 8, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Learn How to Make Your Own Quicksand with this easy tutorial. It’s a fun and educational activity for kids as they set toys on the sand and watch them sink. I remember as a kid watching cartoons and inevitably, there would be quicksand in some scenes. Whether it was Scooby Doo or the Roadrunner, quicksandRead More

Sending Christmas cards is a great way to heighten the festivities of the holiday season. Here are 8 Places to find Great Christmas eCards online this year.

8 Places to Find Great Christmas eCards

November 7, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Do you send Christmas cards every year? eCards are a frugal and eco-friendly option because there is no paper card or envelope! Here are 8 Places to find Great Christmas eCards online this year. Sending Christmas eCards is a great way to heighten the festivities of the holiday season. It’s just a nice little gesture toRead More

Grab your saved wine corks for this easy Wine Cork Christmas Tree craft. It's a fun and frugal way to decorate your home for the holidays!

Wine Cork Christmas Tree

November 4, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Grab your saved wine corks for this easy Wine Cork Christmas Tree craft. It’s a fun and frugal way to decorate your home for the holidays. Don’t have any corks on hand? No problem, they are easy to find at your local craft store! If you love a good glass of wine, you may haveRead More

These Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats are a hearty and delicious way to eat your whole grains. Prepare this easy recipe in 5 minutes and enjoy in the morning.

Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats

November 2, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

These Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats are a hearty and delicious way to eat your whole grains. Prepare this easy recipe in 5 minutes and enjoy in the morning. Oatmeal is just the perfect breakfast for anyone. It is hearty, filling, and full of whole grains. While most people are used to boiling their oats andRead More

Save money this holiday season by putting your smartphone to work. You can earn cash and store rewards with these Apps That Will Help You Pay for Christmas.

Apps That Will Help You Pay for Christmas

November 2, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

When it comes to sneaking in a bit of extra money into your budget, a smartphone makes a great tool that more than pays for itself. This holiday season you can put your phone to work to help pay for your Christmas list. From gifts for loved ones to family dinners, you can find savingsRead More

Follow the simple tutorial to make this Popsicle Stick Penguin Puzzle. It's a frugal craft for kids to kick off winter or learn about the letter P.

Popsicle Stick Penguin Puzzle Craft

November 1, 2016 by Ann 1 Comment

Follow the simple tutorial to make this Popsicle Stick Penguin Puzzle. It’s a frugal craft for kids to kick off winter or learn about the letter P. I remember making puzzles when I was a kid and challenging my brother to put them together. They were pretty crude, but somehow he managed to put themRead More

Save time and money by keeping your wrapping supplies organized and readily available. Learn how with these tips on How to Create a Gift Wrapping Station.

How to Create a Gift Wrapping Station

October 31, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Save time and money by keeping your wrapping supplies organized and readily available. Learn how with these tips on How to Create a Gift Wrapping Station. There is something to be said about having a gift wrapping station. Having a place to go where all your gift wrapping and card writing materials are located, readily available,Read More

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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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