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10 DIY Patriotic Decor Ideas

May 2, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

There is something so wonderful about the colors of the American flag. Of course what it stands for is amazing, but I love the crisp look of it when it is added to a home.  It just says, “Summer is here!” to me. Looking at the flag and the colors of it just remind meRead More

10 Free Date Night Ideas for Spring & Summer

May 2, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Spring is here and love is in the air!  It’s time to get out and spend time with the one you love but costs of traditional date nights can quickly cause you to stay in instead.  Here are 10 Free Spring & Summer Date Night Ideas that are sure to come in handy on thoseRead More

5 Tips to Make Your House Look Clean in a Hurry- Need to make your house look clean with short notice? Tidy up each room quickly with these cleaning tips!

5 Tips to Make Your House Look Clean in a Hurry

April 30, 2014 by Kristi Leave a Comment

Don’t you just love it when unexpected guests show up? Or maybe your husband tells you friends are coming over in an hour? Personally, nothing stresses me out more than last-minute guests. Not because I don’t like to entertain, but because I have three children in my home and my home is never picture-perfect. While weRead More

7 Time Saving Laundry Tips

April 29, 2014 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

 Kecia is sharing her tips for saving time when doing laundry: Doing laundry can be a time-consuming process. It can literally span across a few days if you take your time. However, it is possible to have your laundry done in just one day, so you aren’t constantly spending your time in front of the washer andRead More

Cost Saving Tips for Attending a Wedding

April 29, 2014 by Christine T 1 Comment

Wedding season is almost here and while you will find plenty of articles on how to cut the costs of your own wedding, there isn’t much information out there on attending one. There is no doubt expenses involved in going to a wedding, especially a destination one, and affording it can be quite a stretchRead More

How to Host an Awesome (Dry) Bachelorette Party

April 28, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Bachelorette and bachelor parties are notorious for getting a little wild and crazy and this is under the pretense that there has to be alcohol involved in order for it to be a “real” party. Many brides-to-be forgo this part of the party due to many reasons and it doesn’t mean your party will notRead More

Get Growing: DIY Garden Sign

April 26, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

  Do you want to spruce up your garden with a little fun and whimsy? Then give this easy to make and even easier to enjoy DIY garden sign a try. You can make your own in a jiffy, and when you are done you will have some unique garden art that your neighbors areRead More

7 Ways to Get Rid of Ants Naturally

April 25, 2014 by Editor 3 Comments

It seems like it is always ant season! They come in when it rains in the spring, come back when it gets hot in the summer, and visit again when it gets too cold in the fall. If you are like me and avoid using chemicals in your home, you need some ways to getRead More

10 Couponing Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

April 24, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Couponing is undoubtedly one of the biggest ways a person can save money. When you are starting to coupon, or even if you are a seasoned couponer, you might be making some mistakes that are slowing you down or not allowing you to maximize your savings. Here’s a list of couponing mistakes and how toRead More

How to Save Money By Living An Eco-Friendly Lifestyle - tips for saving money while doing things that are good for the environment.

Save Money By Living An Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

April 23, 2014 by Kristi 1 Comment

If you’ve ever considered living an eco-friendly lifestyle, the first thing you might have noticed is the expense. At first glance it might look like living this type of life is extremely expensive. However, I’ve come to realize that it doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact living eco-friendly can actually save you money! Today’sRead More

Naturally Frugal Tip: 4 Ways to Make Reuseable Grocery Bags

April 22, 2014 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

I bought my first reusable grocery bags in in 1992 in a Navy Exchange at NAS Pt. Mugu. They are made of sturdy canvas and are still going strong 21 years later. The down side: I only bought 2! And I need more than that for our grocery purchases. Over the years, I have boughtRead More

5 Ways to Save Money at a Farmers’ Market

April 21, 2014 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

Spring means it is time to round up the family, grab your shopping bags, and make a trip to your local farmers market! Farmers markets are a great place to buy produce grown by local farmers, as well as fresh baked breads, plants, and other handmade or homegrown products. While you might think natural productsRead More

How to Avoid Wedding Disasters

April 21, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

It’s every bride’s worst nightmare; you think things are all set and suddenly something goes wrong and now you feel like all your hard work is for nothing. You are screaming inside, “My big day is going to be ruined!” While there are many things that can go wrong on your wedding day, here areRead More

Egg Carton Craft – DIY Upcycled Egg Carton Flower Wreath

April 19, 2014 by Editor 3 Comments

With Easter this weekend, most of us are certain to have an abundance of egg cartons around the house that are perfect for this egg carton craft!  This year, get creative with upcycling your egg cartons instead of sending them to recycle.  Egg carton flowers are really simple to make and they can be aRead More

Frugal Easter Table Decor Ideas

April 18, 2014 by Tatanisha W Leave a Comment

Tatanisha of Table Decor Ideas is sharing a fun Easter Table Decor idea that you can pull together at the last minute. I can’t believe that Easter is happening this Sunday. Wow, that went FAST! We were just talking about March Madness and Table Decor Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day.  And here we are. So what are your EasterRead More

DIY Easter Egg Cups using plastic Easter eggs

DIY Easter Egg Cups

April 18, 2014 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

These DIY Easter Egg Cups are made using plastic Easter eggs from a Dollar Store. Don’t you love the look of egg cups? They are perfect for your Easter breakfasts or brunches, as they keep your hard-boiled eggs upright and easy to eat. Egg cups are also a great way to display the eggs youRead More

Eco-Friendly Apartment Living Tips – How To Go Green in an Apartment

April 17, 2014 by Christine T 4 Comments

Most people think it’s much easier to go green and start living Eco-friendly when you have your own place. You probably have room to garden, compost and a place for recyclables. You can alter things such as the kind of paint you use and the appliances you have. When you live in an apartment, manyRead More

The Health Benefits of Magnesium - a list of some of the health benefits of magnesium as well as some uses for magnesium.

The Health Benefits of Magnesium

April 17, 2014 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

The Health Benefits of Magnesium Ever since we were young we have heard the importance of getting our daily dose of vitamins and minerals.  One of most important minerals for the body is Magnesium.  Magnesium is the fourth most abundant minerals in the body.  It plays an important role in the absorption of calcium andRead More

10 Myths About Frugal Living

April 15, 2014 by Christine T Leave a Comment

Frugality is booming and although you may want to get in on the action, you may have no idea where to start. There are some roadblocks many people put up when it comes to living frugal. They think it will require them to give up on things they like and live a bare bones lifestyle.Read More

DIY Easy Upcycled Chair Planter

April 14, 2014 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Have you ever been driving down the street, and just so happen to see an old chair that has been put out to pasture? People toss out old chair regularly, perhaps because they are worn, damaged, or just plain ugly. That was the case when we came across this sad little chair once upon aRead 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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