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Sweet Spring Succulent Nest- Welcome spring with this sweet and simple faux succulent arrangement. You will love how easy and inexpensive it is to create.

Sweet Spring Succulent Nest

March 21, 2016 by Jody Leave a Comment

Don’t get me wrong, I love the respite from hot summer weather in Florida when winter finally comes around, but nothing beats but the sweet promise of spring! I usually start pretty early freshening up my decor and creating new fresh DIY’s to welcome spring throughout my house. When I discovered the wonderful realistic selectionRead More

Pastel Easter Tablescape- Pastel dinnerware and spring knick-knacks create this festive table design. It's such a fun way to decorate for your Easter meal!

Pastel Easter Tablescape

March 21, 2016 by Tatanisha W Leave a Comment

I am loving all things spring right now. Maybe it’s because I’m ready for winter to be OVER with and the first pop of green grass! If you’re planning on having Easter dinner at your house this year, or just looking for a few budget-friendly Easter decor ideas, then I have you covered. Pastel colorsRead More

12 DIY Light Fixtures and Lamps- These homemade light fixtures and lamps will add a special touch to any room. They are both functional and decorative!

12 DIY Light Fixtures and Lamps

March 18, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

It’s always been a bummer to me that I have always lived in rentals. This often leaves me with very generic options when it comes to light fixtures. A fun light fixture can not only be functional but really pull a room’s look together and in some cases, give the room a beautiful centerpiece. Light fixturesRead More

DIY Succulents Wall Hanging- This hanging planter is a low maintenance way to display succulents. You'll love how easy and inexpensive it is to make!

DIY Succulents Wall Hanging

March 14, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

If you love displaying succulents you will love this creative succulents wall hanging, perfect for brightening up your space. You can make one in under thirty minutes, and the end result is the perfect solution for displaying these gorgeous little plants in your home. Don’t worry if you don’t have table or shelf space, thisRead More

14 Upcycled Chair Tutorials- Turn a tattered old chair into a treasured piece of furniture for your home with these creative upcycled chair projects.

14 Upcycled Chair Tutorials

March 11, 2016 by Christine T 5 Comments

I have been seeing so many fun projects after spending so much time on Pinterest that involve either making a thrift store find into something more modern, to complete deconstruction of furniture and turning it into something else entirely. It’s exciting for me to see so many neat ideas and watch people’s creativity just explode!Read More

Homemade Peppermint Bath Bombs- Add these DIY bath bombs to your tub for an aromatic and relaxing soak. It's quite easy and inexpensive to whip up a batch!

Homemade Peppermint Bath Bombs

March 8, 2016 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

Bath bombs are all the rage these days as people look for ways to make their bath time more relaxing! Sure you can buy bath bombs, but you might find that they can be quite pricey. Why not try making your own bath bombs instead, which smell just as amazing and cost just pennies aRead More

How to make a faux succulent wreath

How to Make a Faux Succulent Wreath

March 7, 2016 by Jody Leave a Comment

You can have beautiful decorative pieces in your home without breaking the bank to get them. I mean, $6.00 for this  Spring Succulent Wreath? If I had not made it myself I would not believe it. Check your local Dollar Store. My local store is carrying the most beautiful faux succulents that make it easy toRead More

12 Free Sewing Patterns for Men- Looking for sewing patterns for men? Here are some great free sewing patterns that include men's clothing and accessories.

12 Free Sewing Patterns for Men

March 4, 2016 by Christine T 1 Comment

When it comes to DIY clothing patterns, you will usually find a plethora of women’s skirt patterns, kid’s patterns, and baby patterns. One thing that is often harder to find is men’s sewing patterns, especially free ones. If you have a man in your life that you are wanting to make some awesome DIY dudsRead More

Names of Jesus Cross Craft- Celebrate your faith with this simple cross craft. You can use it for wall decor, a cherished keepsake, or a special gift.

Names of Jesus Cross

March 3, 2016 by Jody Leave a Comment

This is a fantastic project to add some handmade and faith-filled decor to your walls. I love to declare my faith, but I am also admittedly frugal and of course, I just really enjoying making things from my own hand. When I was looking for a new piece I turned to my favorite craft storeRead More

Homemade Rosemary and Lavender Mini Hand Soaps- These little soaps moisturize and cleanse using natural ingredients. They're also a wonderful handmade gift!

Homemade Rosemary and Lavender Mini Hand Soaps

March 1, 2016 by Jody Leave a Comment

These sweet Homemade Rosemary and Lavender Mini Hand Soaps are a great addition to any guest bathroom or use them to fill up a pretty mason jar and bring them as a hostess gift. Teachers, neighbors, friends, and everyone else will love this thoughtful handmade gift. Simple natural ingredients create a moisturizing and cleansing hand soap thatRead More

DIY Yarn Easter Eggs

February 27, 2016 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

My friend David is sharing a tutorial for DIY Yarn Easter Eggs: These DIY Yarn Easter Eggs are a fun and easy Easter craft to do with kids. The hardest part is waiting for the eggs to dry! You can use the string Easter eggs to decorate for Easter. Place them in a basket andRead More

16 DIY Mirror Tutorials- A mirror is a simple way to update your space. These tutorials include decorative mirrors that are inexpensive and easy to make.

16 DIY Mirror Tutorials

February 26, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I have always loved fancy looking mirrors shown in catalogs and home decor magazines. The problem for me has always been the cost of owning such pieces. A mirror is perfect for just about any space though, because it has an amazing ability to open up any room and make it appear larger. On topRead More

12 Free Knitting Patterns for Men- Check out this collection of free knit patterns for men including ties, sweaters, cup cozies, scarves, and more!

12 Free Knitting Patterns for Men

February 24, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

It’s pretty classic for anyone to knit something like a sweater or scarf for the men in their life. A homemade knitted sweater is something that will last for many seasons and looks very nice as well. But what if you are hoping to knit something more exciting, fun, or fresh? It is easy toRead More

Upcycled Gumball Machine Terrarium- Repurpose an old gumball machine by turning it into a terrarium. Your plants will have a safe and decorative home!

Upcycled Gumball Machine Terrarium

February 23, 2016 by Jody 2 Comments

I picked up this cute and fun pink bubble gum machine at a yard sale a couple months ago. I knew I wasn’t going to fill it with candy of any sort, but I just knew I had to have it for something. So I bought it and I stared at it knowing that itRead More

11 DIY Playroom Furniture Projects- Improve storage and create cute design pieces in your child's playroom with these simple furniture tutorials.

11 DIY Playroom Furniture Projects

February 19, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I feel like I was super lucky as a kid to have a playroom. It was in the basement of our house and I loved that there was a space just for my brother and I to play and be creative. We had all of our favorite toys in there and it was such aRead More

Dollar Store DIY St. Patrick's Day Wreath- Make this St. Patrick's Day wreath for just $3! In just minutes you can add the luck of the Irish to your door!

Dollar Store DIY St. Patrick’s Day Wreath

February 16, 2016 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Are you ready to add a little luck of the Irish to your space? If so, a St. Patrick’s Day wreath may be just the thing you need! You don’t have to spend big bucks buying a premade wreath. In fact, you can easily make your own using all Dollar Tree craft supplies. And hereRead More

11 DIY Kid's Furniture Projects- Here are 11 kid's furniture pieces you can build yourself. They are inexpensive and include easy to follow tutorials.

11 DIY Kid’s Furniture Projects

February 12, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I love dreaming of owning Pottery Barn furnishings for a perfect nursery or kid’s room, but looking at the prices, it’s pretty much a no-go for me. Kids can be tough an furniture and on top of that, they do tend to outgrow certain pieces within a few years. The money spent on the furnitureRead More

Here's an easy and budget-friendly Valentine's Day party idea for the classroom or kid-friendly party!

Valentine’s Day Party Idea for Kids

February 6, 2016 by Tatanisha W 2 Comments

Here’s an easy and budget-friendly Valentine’s Day party idea for kids! Regardless if you are hosting a party in your child’s classroom or your home, this Valentine’s Day Party Idea for Kids is also budget-friendly and easy to do! So keep reading for tips on how to make this together (psst, it involved a trip toRead More

13 Easy DIY Pallet Projects- These 13 easy building tutorials use recycled pallets. Pallet wood is frugal and adds a nice weathered look to your projects.

13 Easy DIY Pallet Projects

February 5, 2016 by Christine T 5 Comments

Have you come into some wood pallets? Here are easy DIY Pallet projects to put them to use. Ever since I saw a bed on Pinterest made out of pallet boards, I have wanted to do some DIY projects. Unfortunately, I also have always lived in apartments so it doesn’t lend itself well to woodworkingRead More

How to Make a Felt Heart Sachet - Make this easy heart sachet for Valentine's Day using felt, glue, and essential oils. No sewing required!

How to Make a Felt Heart Sachet

February 5, 2016 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

If you are looking for a sweet smelling, handmade Valentine’s Day gift, this essential oil scented felt heart sachet is perfect. Don’t worry, as you don’t need to make a single stitch to craft one. In fact, all you need is a little felt and your favorite essential oil and you are all set! IfRead 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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