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We tend to think prices are fixed, especially for bills, but that is not always the case. Here are 5 ways to negotiate lower bills that will help you save!

5 Ways to Negotiate Lower Bills

August 29, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can negotiate prices on common expenses more often than you think. Check out these 5 ways to negotiate lower bills. Did you know that many bills are negotiable? I happen to live in a world where I believe that most things have a little wiggle room even if it may not seem that way.Read More

Pharmacies can be great places to save on both medications and household goods as well. Start saving with these tips on how to save money at the pharmacy.

How to Save Money at the Pharmacy

August 28, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Start saving with these easy tips on how to save money at the pharmacy! Being that I manage my own chronic condition and as well as my child’s, I spend a pretty good chunk of time in pharmacies. This has been a good thing for me because I have managed to turn it into somethingRead More

You can use these 5 ways to start paying off credit card debt to get a jump start on paying off your credit cards and getting out of debt.

5 Ways to Start Paying Off Credit Card Debt

August 22, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can get a jump start on paying off your credit card debt with these 5 ways to start paying off credit card debt. So many Americans have credit card debt. It can be something that keeps you up at night and makes you feel financially overwhelmed. You eventually get to a point where youRead More

If you are struggling with time management, take a look at these 6 ways to manage your time better to learn how to prioritize your time.

6 Ways to Manage Your Time Better

August 21, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

These 6 ways to manage your time better will help you get more out of your day. Are you struggling with time management? Who isn’t these days? It seems like either our days have gotten shorter or we are just busier than we used to be as a whole. It can be hard to tryRead 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

Tips for going apple picking

Tips for Going Apple Picking

August 15, 2017 by Christine T 4 Comments

Autumn is in the air, can you feel it? I am starting to get super excited for the fun the season brings! Crunchy leaves, brisk air and that wonderful harvest of food! One of the best harvests is apples.  To me, besides pumpkins, apples really say “Autumn” and one of the best ways to welcomeRead More

Tired of getting late fees on bills? Take a look at How to Always Pay Bills on Time and start paying all your bills on time with these 5 easy tips.

How to Always Pay Bills on Time

August 15, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are tired of incurring late fees on bills, these tips on how to always pay bills on time are for you. For many years I lived in the constant cycle of “stealing from Peter to pay Paul”; that is I was always rearranging my bill paying to pay bills just in time orRead More

Not getting enough sleep? See if one of these 5 habits that sabotage your sleep is to blame and learn how to fix them so you can enjoy a good night's sleep.

5 Habits That Sabotage Your Sleep

August 14, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

Not getting enough sleep? Maybe one of these 5 habits that sabotage your sleep is to blame. Do you suffer from a lack of sleep? Seems like no one is well rested these days. Other than being overworked and lacking in time, you may be not getting enough sleep because of some daytime habits youRead More

3 Reasons to Put a Spending Freeze in Place Right Now- Implementing a spending freeze won't be easy, but here are 3 reasons why you should start one today.

3 Reasons to Put a Spending Freeze in Place Right Now

August 11, 2017 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Have you ever done a spending freeze? If you’re not familiar with the term, it means that you go an entire week or month without spending any money on anything that isn’t an absolute necessity. Of course, you pay your bills as needed, but you don’t spend any extra money outside of those items. There areRead More

These 6 apps to help you manage your schedule better will help with everything from scheduling chores to keep track of your whole family's activities.

6 Apps to Help You Manage Your Schedule Better

August 10, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are juggling too many things, you probably could benefit from one of these apps to help you manage your schedule. Does it seem like you never have time to do all the things you need to accomplish in a day? If you have said no to everything you can and still find yourselfRead More

Impulse shopping can easily wreck your budget, but you can get it under control fast with these habit changing ways to stop impulse shopping.

Habit Changing Ways to Stop Impulse Shopping

August 8, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can get your shopping expenses under control with these habiting changing ways to stop impulse shopping. I used to have a have a huge problem with impulse buys. Shopping was one of my favorite ways to de-stress, waste time and spend an afternoon. This led to many impulse buys that I found I didn’tRead More

These simple ways to cut daily stress are great self-care strategies you can start today to keep your everyday stress from getting out of hand.

6 Simple Ways to Cut Daily Stress

August 7, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

These simple ways to cut daily stress are strategies you can start using today! Most days can quickly become overwhelming if we don’t know how to manage the stress. I used to live in a state of constant anxiety because I wasn’t very skilled in this area of my life, and I blamed the thingsRead More

Gift cards are not just for birthdays and holidays - you can use them to save money all year. Here is how to save money with gift cards.

How to Save Money On Common Expenses Using Gift Cards

August 4, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

Gift cards are a common gift these days, but did you know they are a great tool for saving money? Here is how to save money on common expenses using gift cards. Do you have gift cards laying around that you haven’t used yet? You probably already know you can save money by using them,Read 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

If you are getting bored of your normal workout routine, it may be time to mix it up with some fun outdoor activities that are great exercise!

Fun Outdoor Activities That Are Great Exercise

August 3, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Mix up your workout routine by trying some fun outdoor activities that are great exercise. I don’t hate the gym, but I feel like gyms are a place I go when I can’t get outside for one reason or another. Often it’s the weather because I am sensitive to extreme temperatures, hot or cold. SometimesRead More

Comparison shopping doesn't have to take up a lot of time. These 5 ways to make comparison shopping easier to save you both time and money.

5 Ways to Make Comparison Shopping Easier

August 2, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Comparison shopping doesn’t have to be time-consuming if you use these ways to make comparison shopping easier. You will see it said all over the internet on how to save money. The biggest tip is to comparison shop when making large and small purchases. This is because we live in a super competitive market nowRead More

Late Summer Cleaning List

Late Summer Cleaning List

August 1, 2017 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

This late summer cleaning list is perfect for getting your house ready for a new school year. August brings back to school season, whether the kids are heading off to school or starting a new session of homeschooling. It’s time to get back to a routine and touch on their areas in the home toRead More

Simple Ways To Make Organic Foods Affordable

Simple Ways To Make Organic Foods Affordable

July 28, 2017 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Eating healthy doesn’t mean you will have to go broke in the process. Here are Simple Ways To Make Organic Foods Affordable in your grocery budget this month. Planning ahead and using these tips along with good menu planning will make it much easier for you to feed your family healthy foods on a limitedRead More

While each store has their own deals, a few strategies will help you save anywhere. Here are some tips on how to save money in any store.

How to Save Money in Any Store

July 25, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

These shopping strategies will show you how to save money at any store. Are you a frugal living fanatic that likes to save money like it’s your hobby (or maybe it is)? It can seem like you need to have a different shopping strategy when you go to different stores, but the truth is, thereRead More

Money Saving Tips from the Depression Era

Money Saving Tips from the Depression Era

July 24, 2017 by Alea Milham 14 Comments

These money saving tips from the Depression Era can still be used today to help you can save money in practical ways. Most everyone knows that during the Great Depression people had to look for ways to save every penny they could. Some of these ways are hard to apply to today, but many ofRead 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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