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DIY Americana rag balls usingred, white, and blue bandannas in a wire basket

Patriotic Rag Balls

June 25, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Use this tutorial to easily create Patriotic Rag Balls to use in your home decor. I have always loved the beautiful seasonal filler balls that sit piled up in glass jars, dough bowls, and baskets but am not too thrilled about the price tag that is usually attached. So, I set about making my own andRead More

DIY patriotic table decor idea. Place setting includes a flag charger, gingham napkin, and flag napkin ring.

DIY Patriotic Flag Chargers

June 18, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Use this tutorial to make Patriotic Flag Chargers for your 4th of July gathering. Have you envied the beautiful tablescapes you see on Pinterest or at a crafty friends house? Me too! That’s why I decided to set out to create my own in an affordable and easy way (so easy my 7-year-old helped meRead More

Wood Tile Letter Wine Markers- These simple DIY wine markers use upcycled tile letters to create something truly unique for your next party or wedding!

DIY Wood Tile Letter Wine Markers

May 31, 2018 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Scrabble tile wine markers are such a clever way to keep track of drinks at a party. You can make your own using this tutorial on how to make word tile letter wine markers. If you have ever hosted a party, you know how it can be sometimes hard to make sure everyone keeps track ofRead More

Woman applying natural hair treatment

5 Natural Hair Treatments You Can Make At Home

March 28, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

Natural hair treatments are great for your hair, but they can be pricey. Here are 5 natural hair treatments you can make at home. Other than facial products, people spend a lot of money on hair care. The hope is that the product lives up to its claims and gives you silky, soft and shinyRead More

How to make your own bed frame - 5 DIY bed frame ideas

How to Make Your Own Bed Frame

March 14, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Bed frames can be expensive. If you are on a tight budget try one of these ideas to learn how to make your own bed frame. You’ve got that spark of inspiration for a DIY project. You’re ready to push your skills and work up a sweat. What about making an awesome bed frame andRead More

15 DIY Easter Decorations - Homemade Easter decor ideas and inspiration for decorating your home for Easter on a Budget.

15 DIY Easter Decorations

March 2, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

These DIY Easter decorations are great ways to decorate for Easter on a budget. I love Easter and springtime crafts. After spending the winter cooped up and surrounded by the cold air, it is nice to work on craft projects that have bright colors and remind me that warmer weather is on its way. DecoratingRead More

DIY Coat Rack Tutorial

DIY Coat Rack

February 1, 2018 by Emily Leave a Comment

This DIY Coat Rack is easy to make and will help declutter your entryway. One thing I seem to notice about my home is that a cluttered entryway is hard to avoid. My little ones unload anything and everything the minute their feet step inside the house. To help keep my entryway clear I decidedRead More

15 DIY Valentine's Day Decor Ideas - these homemade Valentines's Day decorations are easy to make and use budget-friendly supplies.

15 DIY Valentine’s Day Decor Ideas

January 23, 2018 by Christine T 1 Comment

These DIY Valentine’s Day decor ideas will fill your home with festive color. With my birthday being February 10, I am used to having many heart, red, pink and white doilies at birthday parties simply because those were the easiest party decorations to find. It never bothered me too much as I always loved thoseRead More

Candied rim glasses make a great addition to Valentine's Day parties and are quick and easy to make. Here's how to make a candied rim glass with just a few supplies.

How to Make A Candied Rim Glass

January 8, 2018 by Tatanisha W Leave a Comment

Candied rim glasses are a frugal and easy way to take your Valentine’s decor to the next level. Here’s how to make a candied rim glass. Candied rim glasses are a fun and budget-friendly addition to Valentine’s parties for kids or adults. Despite how fancy they look, they only take a few minutes to make.Read More

This DIY peppermint hot chocolate lip balm is made with all natural ingredients and would make great homemade Christmas gifts.

DIY Peppermint Hot Chocolate Lip Balm

December 14, 2017 by Christine T 3 Comments

DIY peppermint hot chocolate lip balm is perfect for soothing chapped lips in the winter. There are many scents and flavors associated with the holiday season. The invigorating scents of our favorite treats being baked and the scents of the cool, crisp air come to mind for many. When I was growing up, peppermint hotRead More

Planning ahead for the holidays can save you money and reduce holiday stress. Here are 5 ways to save money on the holidays all year long.

5 Ways to Save Money on the Holidays All Year Long

December 12, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can save yourself money and stress by planning ahead for the holidays. Here are 5 ways to save money on the holidays all year long. It used to be that every year, as the holidays were approaching and I was feeling overwhelmed, I would tell myself that I would plan for the holidays betterRead More

Tired of wrapping paper and bows cutting into your holiday budget? Try these 6 ways to wrap holiday gifts for free instead.

6 Ways to Wrap Holiday Gifts for Free

November 16, 2017 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Tired of pricey gift wrap cutting into your holiday budget? Here are 6 ways to wrap holiday gifts for free. Can you believe it’s time to start wrapping those holiday gifts? If you dread the thought of wrapping gifts, it might be because the cost of paper and bows can be so expensive. If youRead More

7 Ways to Save on Shipping Christmas Gifts

7 Ways to Save on Shipping Christmas Gifts

November 10, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

Shipping gifts can get quite expensive! Use these 7 Ways to Save on Shipping Christmas Gifts this year. For many of us that have friends and family spread all over the country and even the world, shipping our gifts is a must. With the price of shipping really going up the last couple of years,Read More

You don't need to break the bank to have a beautiful Christmas tree! Here are 7 ways to decorate your Christmas tree for free.

7 Ways to Decorate Your Christmas Tree for Free

November 9, 2017 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

You don’t need a lot of expensive ornaments to have a beautiful Christmas tree. Here are some ways to decorate your Christmas tree for free. It is time to haul out those Christmas trees and get them glowing! But what if your budget is less than sparkling? If you are trying to get your treeRead More

How to Create a Thanksgiving Centerpiece

November 8, 2017 by Wanda 3 Comments

Can you believe how fast this year has gone by?  It is almost mid October and before you know it, we will be celebrating Thanksgiving.  Turkey and dressing, all of the delicious side dishes, and the decadent desserts!  It’s one day of the year that I let myself eat until I just can’t eat anymore.Read More

arvest Spice Latte Sugar Scrub- Try this DIY sugar scrub to soften and exfoliate dry skin this fall. Treat yourself or mix a batch for friends and family.

Harvest Spice Latte Sugar Scrub

October 20, 2017 by Jody 3 Comments

  One of the best things about the fall season is the delicious scents that come with it, like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg. They are all rich, warm, and inviting, making them the perfect scents to wrap yourself up in. Fall also brings cool weather which can be drying to your skin, but you canRead More

7 Tips for Making Carved Pumpkins Last Longer

7 Tips for Making Carved Pumpkins Last Longer

October 2, 2017 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Don’t you just love carving pumpkins? It is so fun to cut fancy or scary faces into them, pop in a candle, and then set them on the porch to light up the night! Carving pumpkins is a favorite past time of many, but the fun all seems to end once the pumpkin starts rottingRead More

This list of 10 Free Window Treatment Patterns and Tutorials will help you make curtains, valances, and custom window treatments on a budget.

10 Free Window Treatment Patterns and Tutorials

August 17, 2017 by Christine T 2 Comments

You can save money while redecorating with these free window treatment patterns and tutorials. With summer almost here, you are probably hoping to give your windows a new look. Custom window treatments look nice and are great for pulling off the perfect look you are hoping to create in each room of your home. When youRead More

Save money and protect your clothing with these 10 free apron patterns, including reversible aprons, aprons made from sewing scraps, and more!

10 Free Apron Patterns

August 8, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

These 10 free apron patterns will liven up your kitchen and protect your clothes. I have quite a ‘thing” for aprons. I don’t know if it is their vintage appeal or the fact that they just are kind of fun to wear, but I have become somewhat of a collector of aprons. I have severalRead More

These 12 free pillow patterns and pillow cover patterns would make great additions to your home decor or unique homemade gifts!

12 Free Pillow Patterns

August 4, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

These free pillow patterns are a great way to spruce up a room! Ever since I was a child, I have loved creative pillows in fun designs, shapes, and patterns. In fact, my poor husband has to stop me from buying pillows sometimes because I have so many. While it is true that I likeRead 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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