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5 Ways to Speed Up Your Laundry Routine

5 Ways to Speed Up Your Laundry Routine

February 16, 2015 by Editor 1 Comment

By 2015, I thought laundry should be washing itself, but it’s not. Time is precious, so it’s important that my laundry routine gets faster. I’ve actually mastered a faster laundry routine, and I wanted to share those tips with you. The less time you spend doing laundry, the more time you can spend doing otherRead More

how to save money on yarn

How to Save Money on Yarn

February 16, 2015 by Christine T 8 Comments

If knitting or crocheting is a hobby of yours, you know that your hobby can be a little expensive if you are constantly buying yarn. It’s truly amazing to me how expensive yarn can be. Since yarn is an absolute necessity if you crochet or knit, you probably would like to know some tips toRead More

Do you have lots of scrap fabric lying around in your craft room? Here are 15 fun and easy scrap fabric projects to use it up!

15 Scrap Fabric Projects

February 14, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

If you love sewing, quilting or just doing fabric crafts, you know that despite your best intentions, you often end up with way more fabric that you needed and now you are stuck with scraps of fabric that didn’t get used. It seems like such a shame to throw these away, but what do youRead More

10 Free Knit Hat Patterns for Men

10 Free Knit Hat Patterns for Men

February 13, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

There is nothing as cozy as a warm homemade knitted hat and nothing as perfect as making one in the winter months when you are stuck inside sometimes. That’s even a craft a guy can really appreciate. I showed you 10 free crochet hat patters for men, and now it’s time to bring on theRead More

7 Ways to Save Money on Shoes- Buying shoes does not have to be expensive.Try these 7 Ways to Save Money on Shoes so you don't have to compromise on style or your budget.

7 Ways to Save Money on Shoes

February 12, 2015 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Shoes are a fun way to express our personality and add some style to our wardrobe. But what if our tastes outweigh our budget? Take a look below at 7 ways to save money on shoes. You can still get the styles you crave while keeping some cash in your wallet at the same time.Read More

5 Great Essential Oils for your Skin

5 Great Essential Oils for Your Skin

February 11, 2015 by Editor 2 Comments

Are you looking for an essential oil that will make your skin feel great? Not everyone has the same skin, so it can be hard to find a lotion that works perfectly for your skin type. You may be excited to know that there are several essential oils that are great for your skin. Important note: before usingRead More

15 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags

15 Creative Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags

February 10, 2015 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

Plastic bags. They are something that many people stockpile and have a ton of after a few weeks of shopping. Some may just want to throw them out with the garbage, but why when there are so many ways to use them in your home? Below are just 15 ways you can reuse plastic groceryRead More

Frugal Household Cleaning Hacks - Here is a list of helpful household cleaning hacks using salt, lemons, borax, and witch hazel.

Frugal Household Cleaning Hacks

February 9, 2015 by Editor Leave a Comment

Purchasing cleaning products at your local store can really add up over time. Whenever I can, I always try and save money on cleaning supplies. I’ve learned that it doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg in order to have a clean home. Frugal Household Cleaning Hacks Cleaning Hacks Using Salt Salt hasRead More

7 Ways to Get Your Porch Ready For Spring

7 Ways to Get Your Porch Ready For Spring

February 8, 2015 by Jody Leave a Comment

After all the chill and bluster of winter, I am ready for a fresh start, for me this usually means a front porch makeover. I like to clean, freshen up, and decorate the front porch to welcome in Spring before I even begin Spring cleaning indoors. 7 Ways to Get Your Porch for Spring 1. RemoveRead More

No Sew Dish Towel Apron Tutorial

No Sew Dish Towel Apron Tutorial

February 7, 2015 by Diana Leave a Comment

We’ve shared a collection of 10 Free Apron Patterns. However, we realize that there may be some people who love aprons, but don’t enjoy sewing, so Katie is sharing a No Sew Dish Towel Apron Tutorial. No sewing or patterns are required to make this apron! All you need is a dish towel, a ribbon, and some ironRead More

10 Free Kid's Scarf and Hat Knitting Patterns

10 Free Kid’s Scarf and Hat Knitting Patterns

February 6, 2015 by Christine T 3 Comments

In a previous post, I did 10 free kid’s scarf, hat and mitten crochet patterns, and if you were waiting for the knit version, wait no longer! I found some of the best free knit patterns for you to try your hands at. Here are 10 free kid’s scarf and hat knitting patterns to makeRead More

Golden Rules for Shopping on a Budget

Golden Rules for Shopping on a Budget

February 5, 2015 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Thrifty and frugal people all try to find different ways to save money on everything they need and want, but there are some basic buying principles they all seem to follow. If you are new to trying to live more inexpensively, it is vital that you know how frugal-minded people think. In order to liveRead More

How to Make a Mason Jar Soap Dispenser -It is easy and inexpensive to make your own mason jar soap dispenser using this simple tutorial.

How to Make a Mason Jar Soap Dispenser

February 4, 2015 by Katie Femia 5 Comments

Have you seen those nifty mason jar soap dispensers in gift shops and boutiques? It’s true you can buy your own, but the cost of one may not be in your budget. The good news is, you can make your own mason jar soap dispenser in less than 30 minutes and for 1/4 of theRead More

5 Creative Uses for Canning Jars in the Bathroom

February 3, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

You may already use canning jars by the dozen in your kitchen, but did you know they are great for use in the bathroom as well? If you love canning jars, take a peek below at 5 creative uses for canning jars in the bathroom. You will find that they can help you stay organizedRead More

How to Make Body Lotion

How to Make Your Own Body Lotion

February 3, 2015 by Alea Milham 8 Comments

I have made a great discovery thanks to my sister: Coconut oil makes a great body lotion. I keep some in the bathroom and use it straight from the jar. Coconut oil is solid at room temperature and “melts” as I rub it into my skin. It is considered a “dry oil” so it doesn’t leaveRead More

25 Frugal Ways to Relax and Unwind - finding a way to relax and unwind is simple and inexpensive with these frugal ways to relax and unwind

25 Frugal Ways to Relax and Unwind

February 2, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you feel anxious and stressed? If you are looking for natural and frugal ways to relax and unwind, you might be wondering where to start. Well stress no more, because below you will find 25 frugal ways to relax and unwind. When you give these 25 tips a try, you will find that youRead More

100 free fitness apps for weight loss and work outs

100 Free Fitness Apps for Weight Loss and Work Outs

February 2, 2015 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

In the past we have discussed Ways to Get Fit on a Budget and shared Frugal Work Out Ideas because you shouldn’t have to pay a fortune to get fit! My friend Erika has helped me create a list of 100 free fitness apps that you can use on your phone, or in many cases a tablet, toRead More

DIY Suet Cupcakes - These DIY suet cupcakes, made with leftover grease, cupcakes cups, and birdseed are a fun and frugal way to attract birds to your yard.

How to Make Suet Cupcakes

February 1, 2015 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Attracting birds to your yard can be fun and entertaining. Having the right food out for them to dine on is key when attracting birds, especially if you are trying to attract them during the cold winter months. These DIY suet cupcakes are perfect treats for the birds that come to dine in your yard,Read More

4 Living Room Decorating Ideas on a Budget - make the most of what you have!

4 Living Room Decorating Ideas on a Budget

January 31, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

The living room is a dominant point in our lives. Entertainment and relaxation are the most common of all activities happening in the living room. It is also inside the confines of the living room that dogs nap, babies crawl and kittens play. At other times, laundry and books may pile up right there inRead More

Tips for Beating Rising Food Costs

Tips for Beating Rising Food Costs

January 31, 2015 by Christine T 3 Comments

With recent costs of many food items going up in price (milk is slated to go up again this year), it is getting more and more important that families find ways to cut the cost of feeding everyone.  This can be really hard, especially if you are on a low budget and your family sizeRead 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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