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

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

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

Do you like to carve your Jack o’ Lanterns the weekend before Halloween? If so, you can use these tips to make carved pumpkins last longer. 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 porchRead 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

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

12 Free Pillow Sewing Patterns

August 4, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

These free pillow sewing 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 IRead More

10 Free Maxi Dress Patterns including easy maxi dress patterns, maxi dress patterns using knit sheets, and maternity maxi dress patterns.

10 Free Maxi Dress Patterns for Women

July 2, 2017 by Christine T 4 Comments

You can never have too many maxi dresses! These free maxi dress patterns and tutorials make it easy to make one yourself. Summer is coming and that means it is maxi dress season! I love a good maxi dress because it is so versatile. You can wear it as a beach swimsuit cover-up, out in theRead More

DIY Tabletop Fire Pit

DIY Tabletop Fire Pit

June 29, 2017 by Katie Femia 7 Comments

Use this tutorial to make this easy DIY Tabletop Fire Pit. This is perfect for placing on a patio table when entertaining. You may not have the room or the budget for a backyard fire pit, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the glow of a fire! In fact, you can make your ownRead More

10 Free Shorts Patterns for Kids including shorts patterns for toddlers, free kids capri patterns, and more free patterns for boys and girls shorts.

10 Free Shorts Patterns for Kids

June 27, 2017 by Christine T 2 Comments

These cute free shorts patterns for kids would make fun additions to your kids’ summer wardrobes! It seems like every year when you get ready for the summer, you think you have some clothes that will fit your child still from last year, but they almost always grow out of them or are about toRead More

Save money on summer clothing for girls by making these free sundress patterns for girls, including patterns and tutorials for all sewing levels.

10 Free Sundress Patterns for Girls

June 23, 2017 by Christine T 2 Comments

These free sundress patterns for girls would make fun and adorable summer sewing projects! There is nothing quite like a sundress on a cute little girl. Watching her twirl and swing in it as she plays is such a joy. It’s even more satisfying when you are the one who made that little dress. SummerRead More

10 Free Swimsuit Cover-Up Patterns for Women

10 Free Swimsuit Cover Up Patterns for Women

June 12, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Need a swimsuit cover for your trip to the beach? You can sew one with these Free Swimsuit Cover-Up Patterns for Women. If you are like me, you love to hit up the beach or lake with a good swimsuit cover. Not only does it help me feel more modest, but it’s the perfect way toRead More

These 8 Frugal Home Decor Ideas are just what you need to revamp your home on a budget! Check out our simple tips and begin decorating your space today!

8 Frugal Home Decor Ideas

April 28, 2017 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

These 8 Frugal Home Decor Ideas are just what you need to revamp your home on a budget! Check out our simple tips and begin decorating your space today! What if you could make your home look awesome, but do it inexpensively?  These 8 Frugal Home Decor Ideas are just what you need to getRead More

Check out these simple Tips for Updating Home Decor on a Budget. They include frugal and creative ways to give your home the fresh, new look it needs.

Tips for Updating Home Decor on a Budget

March 23, 2017 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Check out these simple Tips for Updating Home Decor on a Budget. They include frugal and creative ways to give your home the fresh, new look it needs. Is your home ready for some new updates? Check out our Tips for Updating Home Decor on a Budget.  You don’t have to spend a ton ofRead More

Frugal St Patrick’s Day Table Decor Ideas

March 1, 2017 by Tatanisha W 21 Comments

It’s March! I hope that means we’re just that closer to Spring… than Summer. Living in the Michigan area, you can imagine my thrill of winter so far with snow storm after snow storm. Honestly, I could skip Spring and head right to summer. But.. before we do that, let’s talk about how you’re goingRead More

Update your home on a budget with these Home Decorating Ideas on a Dime! You will find great tips for finding affordable home decor and accent pieces.

Home Decorating Ideas On A Dime

February 7, 2017 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Update your home on a budget with these Home Decorating Ideas on a Dime! You will find great tips for finding affordable home decor and accent pieces. Who says you have to pay a fortune to decorate your home? Check out our home decorating ideas on a dime! You really don’t have to settle forRead 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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