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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

Rustic Grapevine Wreath Snowman

November 23, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a new way to create seasonal wreaths, this rustic grapevine wreath snowman is a fun and frugal twist on a tradition snowman.  3 small grapevine wreaths, an inexpensive sock, and a little twine are all you need to get started.  You can add more detailing to your snowman, or  evenRead More

5 Family Gift Exchange Ideas

November 18, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

My family and I have noticed that last several years there is something missing from the exchanging of the gifts, especially among the adults.  We have determined that the reason is because the focus is just on tearing through a big pile of presents, and them boom, it’s over.  Do you feel that way too?Read More

7 Reasons to Give Homemade Gifts

November 16, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

7 Reasons to Give Homemade Gifts If you love gift giving, homemade gifts are a wonderful way to go. You don’t have to be super crafty, or even have a bevy of supplies at your disposal to make homemade gifts. All you need is to let yourself get creative and have fun. Take a lookRead More

15 Minute Crafting: Clothespin Tea Bag Wreath

November 15, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you love a hot cup of tea? If so, you might be wondering how to keep your tea bags organized. Take a look at this quick craft we did, perfect for organizing tea bags in a fun and colorful way. You can make your own clothespin tea bag wreath in under 15 minutes, making thisRead More

Holiday Table Decor Ideas: 7 Ways to Spruce Up Your Holiday Table

November 14, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

 7 Holiday Table Decor Ideas With the holidays approaching, you might be wondering how to dress your dinner table for less. Making your table shine can be easy when you give these 7 ways to spruce up your holiday table a try. When you follow these tips, you can create a tablescape that is charming,Read More

Put your leftover K cups to good use to create this pretty, upcycled K Cup advent calender to help countdown the days until Christmas.

Upcycled K-Cup Advent Calendar

November 10, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

I have been trying to reuse my K-Cups in as many ways as I can. I feel like they just have more to give after a delicious cup of coffee. First to keep them out of the trash pile at least for awhile longer and then to save money. I really love to save money on craftRead More

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Upcyled Burlap Coffee Bag Purse

November 9, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

I have a fierce obsession lately with burlap: ribbon, by the yard, and especially burlap coffee sacks. I have been using it in home decor like covering chairs, runners, place mats, and I feel a roman shade project in the works. Now I have moved onto accessories like this fun burlap purse. I really enjoyedRead More

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DIY Camera Strap Cover Tutorial

November 8, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

Rarely a day goes by when I don’t put my camera to use – pictures of my children, food photography, tutorials, or  family events. It almost seems to be an extension of my body, so why not dress it up a bit and make it an accessory?  Looking around at camera strap covers I discoveredRead More

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Last Minute Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas and Tips

November 8, 2014 by Tatanisha W Leave a Comment

I can’t believe that it’s already November.  It seems like I was just planning my Thanksgiving menu for last year. And now, I’m already trying to think of new recipes to try for this year. One thing that I’m known for is being a procrastinator. I always wait till the last minute to pull off table settings,Read More

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DIY Burlap Placemats With a Silverware Pocket

November 6, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

The best way to customize items for your home is to make them yourself. Even simple DIYs can transform areas of your home to something beautiful. These burlap place mats have a pretty fabric pocket that holds your flatware for a lovely tablescape. Burlap is inexpensive, easy to work with, and goes with a wideRead More

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How to Make Homemade Lavender Rosemary Shampoo

November 5, 2014 by Jody 63 Comments

Learn how to make homemade Lavender Rosemary Shampoo with this easy recipe and tutorial. This wonderfully scented homemade Lavender Rosemary shampoo with essential oils is a great way to skip all the added ingredients that you may want to avoid in commercially made beauty products. This recipe is made up of 4 simple ingredients, eachRead More

DIY Lace Stenciled TV Tray Tutorial: Turn an old TV tray into a stylish and practical side table by using this tutorial for stenciling a lace pattern on it.

Easy Upcycle: Lace Stenciled TV Tray

November 2, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

TV trays use to be so popular in American households, but over the years they seem to have fallen by the wayside. Proof of this is all of the TV trays you see stacked up in rows at thrift stores and yard sales. Well once you see how we turned an old TV tray intoRead More

DIY Fall Harvest Wreath

DIY Fall Harvest Wreath

October 18, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

By this time of year I welcome the cooler weather and the changing colors of the landscape. Apples, pumpkins, and color-splattered gourds are starting to adorn storefronts. Hues of red, orange, and yellow are everywhere and make for some beautiful home décor as well. Your front door is the first thing visitors see when theyRead 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 DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs

October 11, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Dressing yourself and your kiddos up for Halloween is tons of fun, but what about your dog? Who doesn’t love a dog in a costume? This is the perfect way to show off your pup while you walk the neighborhood Trick-Or-Treating with your kids. Here are 10 awesome and hilarious DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs.Read More

DIY Burlap and Fabric Wall Organizer

DIY Burlap and Fabric Wall Organizer

October 4, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

  Going vertical is a great way to clear clutter off your desk or  counters.  If you have a little bit of wall space this burlap and fabric wall organizer is a great way to tidy up bills, kids school forms, or your business papers.  It is a rather simple and straight forward sewing project-youRead More

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Men

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Men

October 3, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

When it comes to making costumes for men, there areso many great options out there! There are so many recognizable male actors or TV show characters that the possibilities are pretty much endless. Some costumes even get funnier when a man dresses up as a female TV character! H0wever, If you want to go asRead More

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6 Beautiful Fall Wedding Table Decor Ideas

September 30, 2014 by Tatanisha W Leave a Comment

Fall is here and it’s a beautiful time to have a wedding! Not only do you have the advantage of having good weather, you can incorporate the beautiful colors of the changing of the leaves into your decor. Fall weddings embrace vibrant strong colors in only imaginable warm accents of various hues. You can beRead More

DIY Tin Can Pumpkins

DIY Rustic Tin Can Pumpkins

September 27, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

I am becoming quite addicted to upcycled projects, while I do love saving money by not buying cute decor at expensive home stores its not just  for that reason- It is the thrill of turning cast aside items or even trash into “treasures”.  I also really like the look of anything industrial with a softerRead 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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