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8 Yoga Poses to Help You Detox

December 26, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Meghan Gerrity is sharing 8 Yoga Poses to help you detox: 8 Yoga Poses to Detox If you’re one of the more than 15 million people in the United States practicing yoga, you already know how beneficial the poses and breathing techniques can be for your body, mind and overall well being. Yoga, a centuries-old practice,Read More

20 Awesome Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil

20 Awesome Uses for Peppermint Essential Oil

December 24, 2013 by Alea Milham 10 Comments

Do you have leftover peppermint oil from holiday baking and DIY projects? Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 20 awesome ways you can use peppermint essential oil. Her uses for peppermint essential oil include natural health remedies and  a few tips for eliminating pests like mice and insects.  Peppermint Oil has quite a few natural uses.Read More

30 frugal uses for witch hazel. There are many ways you can use witch hazel including beauty treatments, medicinal uses, and for cleaning around the house.

30 Frugal Uses for Witch Hazel

December 23, 2013 by Ann 8 Comments

Maggie of Family Frugal Fun is sharing 3o frugal ways you can use witch hazel. Her uses for witch hazel include beauty treatments, medicinal uses, and even a few cleaning tips.   There are so many uses for witch hazel. Witch hazel is a frugal, all-natural folk remedy that has been used for centuries.  Witch hazel isRead More

How to Care for Your Evergreens and Christmas Tree

December 21, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Most people have already purchased their Christmas tree and have trimmed it with care. If you haven’t yet, make sure to spray the tree down outside with the hose. It not only gets rid of dry needles but it hyrdrates the tree and preps it for dryness of being inside for a couple weeks. IfRead More

How to Make Your Own Furniture Polish

How to Make Your Own Furniture Polish

December 20, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

A while ago I discovered some walnut oil that expired. I shared on my Facebook page how annoyed I was that it had gotten pushed to the back and forgotten. One of my friends told me if I was concerned about using it in recipes, I could use it as  furniture polish. What an amazingRead More

Making and Keeping Fitness Resolutions- Achieving fitness resolutions can be hard. These tips will help you set your goals and see them through in 2016!

Making and Keeping Fitness Resolutions

December 19, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

January 1st is just around the corner and with that comes the millions of people making New Year’s Resolutions. The #1 Resolution every year is weight loss and sticking to a fitness routine. We splurge Thanksgiving to Christmas and then spend New Year’s to Halloween trying to make healthier choices. Scratch that, most New Year’sRead More

How To Save Money on Haircuts for the whole family. Tips and ideas for how to save money on haircuts for kids, women and men.

How To Save Money on Haircuts

December 17, 2013 by Christine T Leave a Comment

  Haircuts are one of those things that tends to sneak up on us. One day, our hair is manageable and the next we realize just how badly we need a haircut. The only problem is, haircuts can cost you a lot of money, especially if you are looking into getting the whole family done.Read More

9 Frugal, Last-Minute Gift Ideas

December 14, 2013 by Christine T Leave a Comment

We have just a couple more weeks of shopping left to do before Christmas is here. With the holiday coming up on us so quickly, you may be scrambling to find something that is not only great for the recipient, but easy on your wallet. Here are 9 Frugal, last-minute gifts: 1. Head to theRead More

Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas

December 14, 2013 by Wanda Leave a Comment

I love Christmas time.  My family is getting excited about the wrapped presents under the tree.   Presents are one of the best things about Christmas.  I especially love giving gifts to special people in my life.  Every year I say I am going to take the extra time to make my presents look beautiful,Read More

7 Makeup Tips for the Holidays

December 13, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Check out these holiday makeup tips from Katey Denno, celebrity makeup artist. They’re wallet-friendly, all natural and will leave you looking perfectly polished and radiant.  Right as Red ‘Tis the season to wear a red lip! Remember: A red lip can mean the most sheer wash of a rosy tinted lip balm, a slightly stained redRead More

Sweet & Simple Gifts: DIY Sock Cupcake Gift

December 12, 2013 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

If you are looking for a sweet treat to gift your friends and family this holiday season, look no further than this DIY sock cupcake. It is so simple to make, and you can actually grab all of the supplies you need at your local Dollar Tree store. The best part? It is a sweetRead More

20 Frugal Uses for Vinegar - Ways to use vinegar around the home including vinegar cooking tips, vinegar cleaning tips, and uses for vinegar in the garden.

20 Frugal Uses for Vinegar

December 10, 2013 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

Many people refer to vinegar as a miracle liquid. The truth is, it is quite wonderful when you look at all of the things it can do. In the kitchen, in the bathroom, and even in your car vinegar helps make big jobs smaller and can even help you save money in the process. IfRead More

7 Ways to Reuse Old Christmas Cards

December 9, 2013 by Katie Femia 5 Comments

Tis the season for Christmas cards to start arriving in the mail. Before you know it, you can have dozens of cards adorning your mantel or entry way. When the season ends, your first instinct may be to toss those cards in the recycling bin, but the good news is, there are so many neatRead More

Naturally Frugal Tip: Make Your Own Lip Balm

December 6, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Have I ever mentioned how much I love coconut oil? I know, I know, I sound like a broken record, but I love the stuff. When my lips get chapped I just rub a little coconut oil on my lips. In fact I do something that some of you may think is a little odd:Read More

Tips for Organizing Your Gift Wrap

December 5, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Alicia is sharing tips for organizing your gift wrap: The Holidays have arrived faster than we all expected and that means it’s time to dig out all the decorations and the holiday wrapping.  Gift wrapping for the holidays can seem overwhelming.  Whether you are wrapping for family members, local charities, or helping others wrap theirRead More

Recycle Household Items to Create Unique Wrapping Paper

December 5, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Recycle Household Items to Create Unique Wrapping Paper The holidays are a special time of year and as family and friends gather together it should all be without pressure –even the gift wrapping. Yes, gift wrapping can often be a stressful venture because while the gift itself is the main focus like many other thingsRead More

Tips to Save Money on Holiday Travel

December 4, 2013 by Kristi Leave a Comment

Traveling during the holiday season is always a lot of fun! However, those holiday travel prices are not that fun, in fact they can be downright gut wrenching! Thankfully, we have some tips on saving money on your holiday travel. Don’t ever let the high costs of traveling scare you away from taking that skiRead More

10 Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy this Winter

December 4, 2013 by Christine T Leave a Comment

This time of year, people start to anticipate the colds and Flu that are lurking everywhere. You don’t have to end up sniffling, sneezing, blowing your nose or aching. Here are 10 ways you can prevent the ickies from hitting your family this winter: 1. Washing up. Washing your hands frequently is the easiest wayRead More

10 Household Uses for Soda Pop. From cleaning tips, to plumping raisins there are many ways to use soda pop around your home.

10 Household Uses for Soda Pop

December 3, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

  It’s a guilty pleasure. It’s a treat. Did you know soda pop has other household uses that come in handy? So here’s to a list that gives you an excuse to keep a can of soda in your fridge with these 10 household uses for soda pop. 10 Household Uses for Soda Pop 1.Read More

How To Save Money on Holiday Baking Supplies

December 2, 2013 by Christine T Leave a Comment

I am so excited that the holiday baking season is here. I may not be as good at baking as I wish I was, but I still love to try! I have my stand-by recipes that I do make every year because I have spent years perfecting them. One thing about baking, especially if youRead 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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