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diy burlap placemat with silverware pocket

DIY Burlap Placemats With a Silverware Pocket

November 6, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

The best way to customize items for your home is to make them yourself. Even simple DIYs can transform areas of your home to something beautiful. These burlap place mats have a pretty fabric pocket that holds your flatware for a lovely tablescape. Burlap is inexpensive, easy to work with, and goes with a wideRead More

homemade lavender rosemary shampoo

How to Make Homemade Lavender Rosemary Shampoo

November 5, 2014 by Jody 63 Comments

Learn how to make homemade Lavender Rosemary Shampoo with this easy recipe and tutorial. This wonderfully scented homemade Lavender Rosemary shampoo with essential oils is a great way to skip all the added ingredients that you may want to avoid in commercially made beauty products. This recipe is made up of 4 simple ingredients, eachRead More

DIY Lace Stenciled TV Tray Tutorial: Turn an old TV tray into a stylish and practical side table by using this tutorial for stenciling a lace pattern on it.

Easy Upcycle: Lace Stenciled TV Tray

November 2, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

TV trays use to be so popular in American households, but over the years they seem to have fallen by the wayside. Proof of this is all of the TV trays you see stacked up in rows at thrift stores and yard sales. Well once you see how we turned an old TV tray intoRead More

How To Have a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Dinner

How To Have a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

November 1, 2014 by Jody Leave a Comment

Here are tips on how to have a stress free Thanksgiving with your family this year. If the thought of Thanksgiving already has you sweating and wringing your hands, relax.  You still have plenty of time to plan and pull off a successful and memorable holiday dinner. Just keep a few simple things in mindRead More

How to make a gratitude journal

How to Make a Gratitude Journal

October 31, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

  It is important to take the time to reflect on what you have to be grateful for. When you reflect on these things, you can have a more positive outlook on like and feel happier and healthier. Creating a gratitude journal is a great way to document your feelings in a way that isRead More

How to Save Money on Baking Supplies

Baking on a Budget: How to Save Money on Baking Supplies

October 29, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Do you love to bake? Many people do. But as you know, baking supplies can really add up. Instead of going broke each time you bake, take a look at these tips for how to save money on baking supplies. When you give these tips a try, you can bake all of your favorite sweetsRead More

Tips for staying healthy this winter

Tips for Avoiding the Common Cold

October 29, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Cold season is fast approaching! I don’t have time to be sick, so I am taking steps to follow a healthy lifestyle, using common sense to avoid germs, and arming my body with the vitamins it needs for a healthy holiday season. Most of us don’t eat all the fresh fruits and vegetables we needRead More

10 Frugal Uses for Paper Clips

10 Frugal Uses for Paper Clips

October 28, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Paper clips are great for keeping your bills and letters organized, but did you know they are also great for many other household purposes too? Take a look below at 10 frugal uses for paper clips that you need to try. You will be amazed at how practical these little clips can be. 10 FrugalRead More

7 Place to find free or cheap firewood

7 Places to Find Free or Cheap Firewood

October 23, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Do you enjoy a toasty bonfire, evening by the fireplace, or even camping? If so, you might be wondering where you can find firewood for less. Take a look below at 7 places to find free or cheap firewood so you can get your fires blazing for less. Finding cheap or free firewood is easierRead More

10 Frugal Uses for Coffee Filters

10 Frugal Uses for Coffee Filters

October 21, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Most households have a package of coffee filters on hand, as they are a must have item when making your morning brew. But did you know that coffee filters are good for more than just brewing coffee? Take a peek at below at 10 frugal uses for coffee filters that you need to try. TheseRead More

4 steps to a more organized garage

4 Steps to a More Organized Garage

October 20, 2014 by Ann 1 Comment

We organize our garage twice a year. Our spring garage organization is pretty easy and mostly involves swapping out winter toys and gear for warm weather toys. But we some how clutter our garage over the summer, mostly because we don’t park our vehicles in the garage over the summer, so there is plenty ofRead More

DIY Fall Harvest Wreath

DIY Fall Harvest Wreath

October 18, 2014 by Emily Leave a Comment

By this time of year I welcome the cooler weather and the changing colors of the landscape. Apples, pumpkins, and color-splattered gourds are starting to adorn storefronts. Hues of red, orange, and yellow are everywhere and make for some beautiful home décor as well. Your front door is the first thing visitors see when theyRead More

7 Uses for Your Halloween Pumpkin

October 15, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

When Halloween is over, you may be wondering what to do with your old pumpkins. Well before you place them in the trash; take a look below at 7 uses for them instead. These 7 uses for your Halloween pumpkin are all fun and easy to do, and are a great way to repurpose thoseRead More

7 Places to find inexpensive Halloween costumes

The Best Places to Find Inexpensive Halloween Costumes

October 14, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

If you are in the market for a Halloween costume, but aren’t working with a great deal of funds, no worries. Take a look at 7 of the best places to find Halloween costumes, so you can snag the perfect one for less. You will be surprised when you see some of the places youRead More

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Babies

October 14, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

Every parent looks forward to their baby’s first holidays and a big one for most parents is their baby’s first Halloween. Sure, babies don’t really understand the concept of going door to door for candy, but who can resist a baby dressed up in an adorable costume? Besides, it’s the perfect photo opp! Here areRead More

How to Save Money on Pumpkins

7 Ways to Save on Pumpkins

October 12, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

It seems as though the price of pumpkins goes up each year. If you have a family of four or more people, buying a pumpkin for each person to carve plus decorate with can be pricey. Well don’t feel like you need to give up buying pumpkins even if your budget is tight. Instead, takeRead More

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs

October 11, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Dressing yourself and your kiddos up for Halloween is tons of fun, but what about your dog? Who doesn’t love a dog in a costume? This is the perfect way to show off your pup while you walk the neighborhood Trick-Or-Treating with your kids. Here are 10 awesome and hilarious DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs.Read More

DIY Burlap and Fabric Wall Organizer

DIY Burlap and Fabric Wall Organizer

October 4, 2014 by Jody 1 Comment

  Going vertical is a great way to clear clutter off your desk or  counters.  If you have a little bit of wall space this burlap and fabric wall organizer is a great way to tidy up bills, kids school forms, or your business papers.  It is a rather simple and straight forward sewing project-youRead More

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Men

10 DIY Halloween Costumes for Men

October 3, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

When it comes to making costumes for men, there areso many great options out there! There are so many recognizable male actors or TV show characters that the possibilities are pretty much endless. Some costumes even get funnier when a man dresses up as a female TV character! H0wever, If you want to go asRead More

How to Save Money on Halloween Candy

How to Save Money on Halloween Candy

October 1, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

It is almost time for trick or treating! Are you ready? Passing out Halloween candy to little ghosts and goblins can be fun, but let’s get real it can also be expensive! This Halloween, don’t scream at the cost of candy, just follow the tips below to save a little cash instead! We have roundedRead 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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