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How to Make Simmering Potpourri Recipe and Tips

Simmering Potpourri Recipe

September 17, 2018 by Jody 1 Comment

Here is how to make simmering potpourri. Use this simmering potpourri recipe which is a mixture of fresh fruit and spices.   I love the smells of the kitchen from fall through Christmas: cinnamon, clove, baking apples, and vanilla being warmed in cookies while the smell floats throughout the house. But I can’t spend everyday bakingRead More

cool backpack

How to Make a Monogrammed Backpack

August 21, 2018 by Wanda Leave a Comment

Send your child into the new school year in style with this tutorial on how to make a monogrammed backpack. Summer vacation is over and school is starting. It’s time to buy school supplies and another cool backpack for your child. Backpacks are not cheap and I am always looking for ways to save money. MyRead More

15 household items you can sell for cash, plus 5 more ways to make money

15 Household Items You Can Sell for Cash

July 25, 2018 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Need extra cash? You have lots of options right in your home! Here are 15 household items you can sell for cash, plus 5 more ways to make money. Are you looking for some extra cash? Perhaps you had an unexpected bill arise, or just want a little extra spending money. Well, believe it orRead More

Easy ways to decorate a dorm room

7 Easy Ways to Decorate a Dorm Room

July 24, 2018 by Wanda 1 Comment

You can make your dorm room look great without spending a lot of money with these 7 easy ways to decorate a dorm room. You’re moving off to college and your dorm room will be your first home away from home. You will want to create a space that will show off your personal styleRead More

How to organize your pantry

How to Organize a Pantry

July 19, 2018 by Ann Leave a Comment

Use these tips on how to organize a pantry to make your kitchen function more smoothly. There is nothing that makes cooking easier than a clean and organized kitchen and an important element of that is a well-organized pantry. Taking the time to organize your pantry can save you tons of money and time whenRead More

How to make citronella candles - recipe, tutorial and tips

How to Make Citronella Candles

July 17, 2018 by Jody 2 Comments

Use this tutorial for how to make citronella candles to make mosquito repellent candles. Citronella candles have long been used to ward off pesky mosquitoes. There is no reason why they cant be pretty as well as effective.  Making them yourself means that you can make them stronger (store bought ones never seem strong enough forRead More

10 tips for staying on a budget and saving money

10 Tips for Staying on a Budget

July 13, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Here are 10 tips for staying on a budget to help you get your finances under control and start building your personal savings. A budget is a must-have for nearly every family.  Knowing how much money you have to spend on each area of your life can help keep balance and help with stress levels.Read More

How To Start Living Frugally Right Now

How To Start Being Frugal Right Now

July 6, 2018 by Christine T 2 Comments

Use these tips for how to start being frugal right now to break bad habits and start saving money. Living frugally is a process, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take steps to start being frugal right now. Making some of the changes can be difficult, especially when it comes to reining in your spending habits,Read More

Time Saving Couponing Tips

June 29, 2018 by Editor 1 Comment

These time-saving couponing tips take the hassle out of using coupons. Using coupons is a great way to save money and put a serious dent in your monthly grocery budget. However, most people don’t use coupons because they think it takes too much time. I would agree with this statement. Using coupons does take aRead More

10 Free Sundress Patterns for Women

10 Free Sundress Patterns for Women

June 28, 2018 by Christine T 8 Comments

Want to add some fun sundresses to your summer wardrobe? Sew a few of these free sundress patterns for women to expand your wardrobe on a budget. I am just so happy that it is finally time to pack away all of the cold weather stuff and jump into skirts and sundresses! There is somethingRead More

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

Saving money

9 Ways to Save Money for Beginning Savers

June 22, 2018 by Ann Leave a Comment

Get moving on your journey towards savings with these 9 Ways to Save Money for Beginning Savers. You may be surprised by how quickly you build your savings!     When you looked at your budget most recently, did you sigh with relief that everything was covered with money to spare or did you haveRead 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

How to save money by avoiding spending traps like drive thru coffee

How to Save Money by Avoiding Common Spending Traps

June 8, 2018 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You will be amazed by how to money you save by following this guide on how to save money by avoiding common spending traps.   Every day in our lives, we throw money away. This probably happens to even the most frugal among us. In a quest to save more, I came up with theseRead 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

How To Cut Your Grocery Bill While Eating Real Food - Tips and tricks for saving money while feeding your family real food.

How To Cut Your Grocery Bill While Eating Real Food

May 25, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

While whole foods can be expensive, you can use these tips for saving money while eating real food to include more wholesome foods in your meals. As you step out on a journey to improve your health and feed your family real food, your budget can quickly get out of control.  We have some greatRead More

8 Foods That Last Forever

8 Foods That Last Forever

May 23, 2018 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

While we are right to worry about food spoilage, here are 8 foods that last forever…or at least for a really long time! Long live the foods that last forever. There is so much waste these days with fresh produce to dairy products that have unfortunately gone past their expiration date. But when these itemsRead More

How to Meal Prep on a Budget

How to Meal Prep on a Budget

May 18, 2018 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

If you have a limited budget for groceries, follow these tips on How to Meal Prep on a Budget. They include frugal ways to grocery shop and choose recipes. If you have a limited budget for groceries, you are probably looking for any way you can to cut your spending and not sacrifice too muchRead More

Meal Prep Ideas for Healthier Meals

Why Meal Prep is Healthier for You

May 14, 2018 by Ann 2 Comments

Meal prepping is a great way to save time and money on meals for your family. Here are some reasons why meal prep is healthier as well! We all want to eat healthier. With the busy modern world we live in, it can present itself as quite a challenge. There are restaurants within minutes and takeRead More

Batch cooking isn't just for dinners and lunches! Save yourself valuable time in the morning with these frugal tips on How to Batch Cook for Breakfast.

How to Batch Cook for Breakfast

May 4, 2018 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Batch cooking isn’t just for dinners and lunches! Save yourself valuable time in the morning with these frugal tips on How to Batch Cook for Breakfast. When most people batch cook, they start with the main meal most people are all together for; dinner. This is the most logical meal to start with as it’sRead 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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