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Fancy DIY Dryer Lint Fire Starters

Fancy DIY Dryer Lint Fire Starters

December 18, 2014 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Fire starters are the perfect way to get your fireplace roaring in no time. There is no need to buy the pre-made varieties, when you can easily make them yourself. Take a look at these easy to craft fire starters we made, using just dryer lint as our filler. Not only do they work well, butRead More

Tips for Throwing a Last Minute New Year’s Eve Party- Plan a fun and festive New Year's Eve party with little time and preparation. Just follow these tips!

Tips for Throwing a Last Minute New Year’s Eve Party

December 17, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Have you just decided to host a New Year’s Eve party? Below are tips for throwing a last-minute New Year’s Eve Party. If your good intentions of planning ahead were foiled by the busy holiday season and you find yourself throwing together a last-minute New Year’s Eve Party, don’t be dismayed! There are still plentyRead More

10 Unusual Uses for Nutmeg

10 Unusual Uses for Nutmeg

December 17, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Nutmeg is a sweet spice that is found in almost every kitchen. Chances are you have used it a time or two around the holidays, but did you know that nutmeg is perfect for year round use? There are so many great ways to use nutmeg, and we have rounded up 10 unusual uses forRead More

DIY Ceramic Photo Gifts

DIY Ceramic Photo Gifts

December 16, 2014 by Editor 2 Comments

Photos capture some of our most special moments. It seems, for me anyway, I’m constantly taking pictures of my family but they don’t seem to get printed nearly enough. The days of camera phones and digital cameras have changed the way we take photos and what we do with them. This holiday season I’m makingRead More

CharcoCaps No Worries Holiday Giveaway

December 16, 2014 by Alea Milham

My oldest son has several food sensitivities which can cause him discomfort, bloating, and intestinal gas. Normally he works really hard to avoid those foods, but it is harder at the holidays with all of the parties and entertaining to avoid certain foods. And let’s be honest sometimes he just wants to enjoy a piece ofRead More

30 Minute Speed Cleaning Schedule

The 30 Minute Speed Cleaning Schedule

December 15, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Who has the time to clean their home? With everything else there is to do in life, spending an entire day sprucing up your space may be out of the question. Instead, take a look at this easy to follow 30 minute speed cleaning schedule. This 30 minute speed cleaning schedule is great to followRead More

7 Ways to Plan Your New Year's Resolutions- Developing a plan for your New Year's resolutions will help you reach success. Get started with these 7 methods.

7 Ways to Plan Your New Year’s Resolutions

December 15, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Do you have New Year’s resolutions in mind, but aren’t sure how to turn them into a solid plan? Take a look below at 7 Ways to Plan Your New Year’s Resolutions. Sometimes, the plan is the hardest part, so creating a solid one is the perfect way to start the New Year. Here isRead More

Here are 10 Free Purse Sewing Patterns that are perfect for making a unique handmade gift or adding a one-of-a-kind purse to your own collection.

10 Free Purse Sewing Patterns

December 14, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

These 10 free purse sewing patterns would make cute, custom additions to any purse collection. I admit it. I am a certified purse hoarder. I have this habit of collecting purses from vintage shops and garage sales. I am not even particular about brands, just the style. The problem with this is, I ended upRead More

How to Make Washi Tape Napkin Rings

How to Make Washi Tape Napkin Rings

December 11, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you love a well dressed table? If so, don’t feel like you have to spend big bucks to make your happen. The truth is you can make your holiday dining table look great and make guests feel special, without spending more than a dollar or two. Take a look below at how we craftedRead More

Saving Money While Dining Out with Children

December 11, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

When you are trying to keep your family on a food budget, eating out can be one of those treats that rarely happens. While it may sometimes seem cheaper to eat out than to cook at home, this is rarely the case. You can, however, save money dining out if you follow some of the tipsRead More

7 Creative Uses for Rulers

7 Creative Uses for Rulers

December 9, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

It seems as though every household has a handful of rulers resting in a drawer somewhere. Rulers are often given out as promotional tools, or purchased year after year for school, so you might find yourself wondering what to do with all of them. Take a look below at 7 creative uses for rulers, perfectRead More

No Pattern Pajama Pants Tutorial

No Pattern Pajama Pants Tutorial

December 7, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

I am  just a pajama kinda girl. I am not going to lie, one of my favorite perks of being a work at home mom is that I can call pajamas my uniform. That means my kids often follow suit and we have frequent pajama days where we work, clean house, and yes, nap inRead More

Upcycled Sweater Ear Warmer

Upcycled Sweater Ear Warmer

December 7, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

The colder temperatures are creeping in and store shelves are filling up with all sorts of options for cold weather gear. I know my kids will need mittens here soon for chilly mornings at the bus stop and hats to cover their ears. I just never know what to buy. I’ll find a cute hatRead More

How to Save Money By Making Your Own Natural Soap

December 4, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

I have a weird “thing” for those beautiful hand-crafted soaps you see at craft fairs, farmer’s markets and street swap meets. I love the look of them and the beautiful scents. I love the idea of them being made by someone’s hands and not in some factory. Then, I always get scared by the stickerRead More

10 Creative Uses for Cloves

10 Creative Uses for Cloves

December 2, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Cloves are a delightful scent of the holiday season and have so many wonderful uses. Take a look below at 10 creative uses for cloves that you can try. You will find that they can be practical in the kitchen, when cleaning, and even when used in your beauty regimens. Here is how you canRead More

How to Stay on Track During the Holidays

How to Manage Your Weight during the Holidays

November 29, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

The hardest time of the year to stay on track is during the Holidays. Everywhere you turn, you find temptation lurking in cream puffs, cookies, and cakes. If you put a little thought and apply these tips into your routine, you will be able to manage your weight despite the temptations. How to Manage YourRead More

10 Unusual Uses for Cinnamon

10 Unusual Uses for Cinnamon

November 26, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Cinnamon is one of the most recognize scents of the holiday season. You might have some in your pantry or in your potpourri burner perhaps. If you enjoy the scent of cinnamon, take a look below at some fantastic ways to use cinnamon in your home. These 10 unusual uses for cinnamon are simple toRead More

How to beat hidden holiday costs

How to Beat Hidden Holiday Costs

November 25, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

When it comes to saving money during the holidays, most people place their focus on the obvious holiday costs: the gifts, the travel and of course the big holiday meals. However, there are hidden holiday costs that most people don’t really consider because they aren’t on your radar. Here are some hidden holiday costs and how youRead More

How to Host a Cookie Exchange Party

How to Host a Cookie Exchange Party

November 25, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

Tis’ the season! Time to deck the halls, the front porch and anywhere else that can use a little yuletide spirit. It is also prime baking season: cookies, candy, cakes, pies, and everything in between. Sometimes it can seem like a daunting task, making sure you get in everyone’s old  favorites and a new one orRead More

Reduce your holiday stress this year with your 8 Holiday Hacks to Make the Holidays Easier.

8 Holiday Hacks to Make the Holidays Easier

November 24, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Use these holiday hacks to make the holidays easier this year. This is one of the most stressful times of the year and you may have heard of “life hacks” (aka simple things you can do that make life easier), so think of these as your holiday hacks and welcome an easier holiday season.  8 HolidayRead 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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