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How to Use Basil Oil- Basil oil is fragrant and easy to make right at home. There are many beneficial ways to use it in the kitchen and with your health.

How to Use Basil Oil

February 3, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Basil oil may sound like a specialty oil that you can only find in exclusive markets, but the truth is you can make it right in your own kitchen. Making your own basil oil takes just a few steps, and once it is made you will be amazed at all of the tasty ways toRead More

Homemade Citrus and Herb Sugar Scrub Bars- These DIY sugar scrub bars will smooth and soften your skin. Citrus and Rosemary oils also add a wonderful scent.

Homemade Citrus and Herb Sugar Scrub Bars

February 2, 2016 by Jody 1 Comment

DIY beauty products are all the rage, and there is a reason why they are!  Who doesn’t love to save money, avoid harmful chemicals, and feel a satisfaction in creating something with your own hands? I have created countless body scrubs, lotions, face wash etc. These Homemade Citrus and Herb Sugar Scrub Bars are oneRead More

How to Organize Your Next Move- These tips and tricks will help you be prepared and have your belongings in order when it comes time for your next move.

How to Organize Your Next Move

February 1, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Two years ago we became the proud owners of a beautiful new home. We had two months to pack everything up and get it ready and I was as nervous as I could be. We had moved before, but this time I wanted to actually be organized and pass on the horrible feeling of notRead More

13 Quick and Easy DIY Side Tables- These homemade side tables are simple enough to make in a weekend. Build one that fits your style and decor!

13 Quick and Easy DIY Side Tables

January 29, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I went through several months without side tables in my living room when I moved out of my mom’s house and got my own place. As a young person, I thought they were just useless furniture people have in their homes for looks and I had more ‘important’ things to spend my money on. IRead More

10 Frugal Uses for Binder Clips- Binder clips are inexpensive and easy to find in stores. Give these 10 uses a try to make your life more efficient.

10 Frugal Uses for Binder Clips

January 28, 2016 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Binder clips are inexpensive and easy to find at your local retail store. Sure they are great for keeping your important papers organized, but did you know they are also great for so much more? Take a peek at these 10 Frugal Uses for Binder Clips that are sure to make your life easier andRead More

How to Use Dill Oil- Dill oil has many uses in the kitchen and can help with common ailments. Learn more about dill oil as well as how to make your own.

How to Use Dill Oil

January 27, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

If you love the flavor of dill, there is no doubt that you will enjoy the flavor of dill oil! Perfect for use in the kitchen, dill oil can add a flavorful layer to many of your favorite dishes. Outside of the kitchen, dill essential oil can be used to help with common ailments. MakingRead More

10 Ways to Prevent and Repair Dry Skin- These 10 easy steps will help you combat dry skin this winter and repair any dry or scaly skin you may already have.

10 Ways to Prevent and Repair Dry Skin

January 25, 2016 by Ann 1 Comment

Dry skin is just a part of winter. It’s just something we all have to deal with, right? Wrong! Here are 10 Ways to Prevent and Repair Dry Skin this winter. These include simple steps you can take to keep your skin from getting dried out, as well as easy ways to moisturize cracked and chapped skin you mayRead More

10 Alternative Uses for Dryer Sheets- Here are 10 different ways to use dryer sheets around your home that are frugal and practical. Give them a try!

10 Alternative Uses for Dryer Sheets

January 21, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Dryer sheets are fantastic for keeping your laundry soft and smelling great, but did you know it has some other unusual household uses too? Take a look below at these 10 Alternative Uses for Dryer Sheets that we dug up. You will never look at plain old dryer sheets the same way again, we promise! 10 AlternativeRead More

How to Use Bay Oil- Bay Oil is an essential oil with a deep woodsy scent. Learn how it can help soothe various symptoms and fend off pests around your home.

How to Use Bay Oil

January 20, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Are you keen on clove oil? The deep and rich woodsy scent is loved by many! If clove oil is in your essential oil collection, bay essential oil may be another oil you want to consider. Bay oil smells quite similar to clove oil, offering a deep woodsy scent that is found in many homemadeRead More

Ways to Keep Your Car Clean and Clutter-Free- Keeping your car tidy is safer and improves gas mileage. Maintain a clean vehicle with these simple tips.

Ways to Keep Your Car Clean and Clutter-Free

January 19, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

There are many areas of my life that tend to be taken up by clutter and the car is one of those places that ends up what I like to call ‘a rolling storage container’. I am especially bad about garbage and using my trunk as a place to store things I am too lazyRead More

DIY Beds and Bed Frames- Here are 14 custom beds you can build at home with just a few basic woodworking skills. Find one that matches your style!

DIY Beds and Bed Frames

January 15, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

My husband has always wanted to build us a custom bed frame. He thinks that it would be a perfect way to add extra storage and personalized charm to our bedroom and I happen to agree with him. With just some basic woodworking skills, just about anyone can build a great bed or bed frame!Read More

Must Do Frugal Green Living Changes- Making the change towards a more eco-friendly home is easy to do. Give these frugal tips a try and see for yourself.

Must Do Frugal Green Living Changes

January 14, 2016 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

For every family that really feels they need to become Eco-friendly or go green, there are specific things they really have to think about. These Must Do Frugal Green Living Changes are on the top of the list when you decide to make this lifestyle change. Must Do Frugal Green Living Changes Switch to cloth. ItRead More

How to Use Tangerine Oil- Here are some ways tangerine oil can boost your immune system and help you feel more alert. This citrus oil also smells wonderful!

How to Use Tangerine Oil

January 13, 2016 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

If you are a fan of citrus oils, then tangerine oil may be for you. Tangerine essential oil offers many of the benefits that other citrus oils offer, and has a wonderfully fresh scent as well. As you might have imagined it can be used in your homemade beauty and cleaning products, and even inRead More

Easy Daily Cleaning Habits That Will Change Your Home- Maintaining a clean home can be overwhelming. These daily cleaning tasks will make the job easier!

Easy Daily Cleaning Habits That Will Change Your Home

January 12, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Like so many things in life, cleaning gets pushed to the side (much like the junk sitting on some counter somewhere in your home). When you find that you finally have some time to clean, it can easily take up an entire afternoon. No one wants to spend their time worrying if guests will drop byRead More

4 Tips to Help You Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season- These tips will help you stay in optimal shape when the cold and flu season is at its peak.

4 Tips to Help You Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season

January 11, 2016 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

While having a cold or the flu is generally not a life threatening illness, it can still be annoying and time consuming. The flu and colds cause us to miss work or school while recuperating. Taking care of yourself is the best way to prevent your body from coming down with these illnesses. Read onRead More

How to Start an Exercise Routine and Stick with it- Starting an exercise routine can be hard. These tips will help you develop a plan and stay on track.

How to Start an Exercise Routine and Stick With It

January 11, 2016 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Have you ever started an exercise routine, only to ditch it a week, two weeks, or a month later? It’s extremely common! Many people start an exercise routine, get busy or bored, and drop it shortly after. It can be absolutely overwhelming incorporating a steady exercise routine in to your life, but these tips will showRead More

How to Stick with a Diet- Is your goal to eat healthier or lose weight this year? Diets are challenging, but these simple tips will help you stay on track.

How to Stick with a Diet

January 11, 2016 by Christine T 1 Comment

This is the time of year that people start to work on their new goals and resolutions. One of the most common goals for many people is to lose weight or eat healthier. If this is a goal of yours, you may have even made it in the past and had it not work out.Read More

DIY Paper Lace Heart Bunting Valentine's Day Banner

DIY Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner

January 9, 2016 by Katie Femia 23 Comments

This Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner is easy to make and is an inexpensive way to decorate for Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day may still be a month away, but it is not too early to start decking your halls with all things hearts. Decorating for Valentine’s Day is a great way to add a popRead More

Secret Habits of Highly Organized People- Ever wonder how highly organized people do it? Adopt these 6 habits to achieve a well-organized life of your own!

Secret Habits of Highly Organized People

January 7, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

At one point, I was the queen of clutter. My life was always in some sort of disarray and it seemed that I was never doing anything on time including paying bills, being somewhere I was supposed to be, or even finishing most projects. For the most part my life is still very busy, butRead More

DIY Kitchen Islands- Kitchen islands are great way to increase storage and prep space in your kitchen. These 11 DIY tutorials are affordable and easy.

DIY Kitchen Islands

January 6, 2016 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I have never lived in a place that was big enough to have a kitchen island. It’s always been a dream of mine to have one though, because they are such great storage and cooking surface solutions. I kind of always figured they would be expensive to make. When I went to go look atRead 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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