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If you are just getting into hiking, you'll want to check out the 7 best things to bring on a hike. It is always more fun if you are prepared!

The 7 Best Things to Bring on a Hike

July 24, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are new to hiking, check out the 7 best things to bring on a hike before hitting the trails. Hiking has to be one of my very favorite pastimes in the Spring and Summer months. I am lucky enough to live in the breathtaking Pacific Northwest, so there are always new opportunities andRead More

If you would like to save some money on entertainment and outings, check out these 15 things to do instead of spending money for inspiration!

15 Things to Do Instead of Spending Money

July 18, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you want to save money on outings, take a look at these things to do instead of spending money. Have you ever heard of a no-spend weekend or month? I have always wanted to do one, but admittedly, I am nervous about how my family would take to it and if we could evenRead More

These frugal fitness tools for beginners are great for exercising on a budget. Building your own home gym does not have to break the bank!

Frugal Fitness Tools for Beginners

July 17, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

You can build a home gym without breaking the bank with these frugal fitness tools. When I started out with a fitness routine, I didn’t have a lot of money. I had spent many years making the excuse that I couldn’t afford to get fit because I couldn’t afford a gym membership. The truth is,Read More

It is tough to stay active when you work at a desk, but these tips on how to stay active at a desk job make it easier to work fitness into your workday.

How to Stay Active at a Desk Job

July 10, 2017 by Christine T 1 Comment

It’s hard to stay active when you have to sit at a desk 8 hours a day, but it is possible with these tips on how to stay active at a desk job. As a blogger, my job is definitely a lot of time spent in front of a computer. This leads to a lotRead More

These 6 easy tips for shopping locally will help you make the switch to shopping local even if you are on a tight budget.

6 Easy Tips for Shopping Locally

July 6, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

These tips for shopping locally will help you make the switch to shopping local even if you are on a tight budget. Shopping locally is something I have recently been making a conscious effort to do. It used to be that shopping locally was the only choice, but nowadays, we can shop globally via theRead More

If you are looking to add some more intensity to your daily walk, check out these tips for how to turn your walk into a full workout.

How to Turn a Walk into a full Workout

July 3, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you are looking to add some more challenge to your daily walk, check out these tips for how to turn a walk into a full workout. One of the easiest ways to get outside and be active is to go for walks. While this is absolutely a good activity to do on its own,Read 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 Easy Ways to Look 10 Years Younger

10 Easy Ways to Look 10 Years Younger

June 20, 2017 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

When we look in the mirror, we tend to notice our wrinkles, but smile lines are not what ages us the most. Below are non-invasive and easy ways to look 10 years younger. None of us wants to look our age and we certainly don’t want to look older than we actually are. But instead ofRead More

If you are looking to spend less on groceries, try these 6 simple food substitutes to lower your grocery bill while still eating your favorite meals!

6 Simple Food Substitutes Lower Your Grocery Bill

June 20, 2017 by Christine T 4 Comments

Try these simple food substitutes to lower your grocery bill and make your favorite dishes more affordable. Often times, our shopping habits cost us a lot of extra money we don’t need to spend. This happens for various reasons from convenience to not knowing how to budget for our shop effectively. Many times, it’s simplyRead More

Here are some fitness tips for stay at home moms, including ways to work out with kids and how to find fitness resources for moms in your area

Fitness Tips for Stay at Home Moms

June 19, 2017 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you’re struggling to find ways to get exercise while home with your little, check out these fitness tips for stay at home moms. As a stay at home mom, you may feel like you barely have time to shower, let alone take care of your health and stay fit. I know I did whenRead More

How to Whiten teeth without using trays or whitening strips

How to Whiten Your Teeth without Using Whitening Strips or Trays

June 19, 2017 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

If you want to remove stains from your teeth, but don’t want to use strips or trays, here is how to whiten teeth without using whitening strips or trays. I am an avid coffee and tea drinker and unfortunately, both of those beverages cause discoloration of my teeth over time. I have tried various whitening stripsRead 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

June Money Saving Guide: What to buy in June based on what's on sale or clearance, A list of in-season produce, & ways to save money on summer fun.

What to Buy in June: Sales, Clearance, and In-Season Produce

June 9, 2017 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Finding great deals is less about knowing where to shop and more about knowing when to shop. To get the best deals, you need to know the store’s sale cycles so you can look for rock-bottom prices on those items. With that in mind, I am sharing, with the help of Maggie from Family FrugalRead More

How to Deep Clean a Bathroom

June 8, 2017 by Kristi 7 Comments

Does your bathroom need a thorough cleaning? Here are tips on how to deep clean a bathroom. The dreaded area of the home, the bathroom! Don’t you just love cleaning the bathroom? Most of us are probably going to answer that with a big NO! Thankfully, cleaning a bathroom doesn’t have to be a dreadedRead More

7 Ways to save Money on Cookouts

7 Ways to Save Money on Cookouts

June 2, 2017 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

The summer season is sure to bring about the itch to grill out. If you plan on having family and friends over this season for a backyard barbecue, you might be wondering how you can do it on a dime. Last week we shared How to Save Money on Grilling and now we have more ways toRead More

It's no secret that raising children can be expensive. You can still give them a comfortable life with these tips on How to Save Money on the Kids.

How to Save Money on the Kids

June 2, 2017 by Ann Leave a Comment

It’s no secret that raising children can be expensive. Luckily, there are a lot of frugal ways to give them a wonderful life while still keeping your budget in check. These tips on How to Save Money on the Kids are a great place to start. Kids are a blessing, but they can also beRead More

Cornmeal adds a specific flavor and texture to recipes and has many uses outside of the kitchen as well. Learn more with these 5 Uses for Cornmeal.

5 Uses for Cornmeal

June 1, 2017 by Editor 1 Comment

Cornmeal adds a specific flavor and texture to recipes and has many uses outside of the kitchen as well. Learn more with these 5 Uses for Cornmeal. Have you ever thought about the many uses of cornmeal? Cornmeal is a course flour made from dried corn. It is a common staple food, but most 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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