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This list of 10 Free Window Treatment Patterns and Tutorials will help you make curtains, valances, and custom window treatments on a budget.

10 Free Window Treatment Patterns and Tutorials

August 17, 2017 by Christine T 2 Comments

You can save money while redecorating with these free window treatment patterns and tutorials. With summer almost here, you are probably hoping to give your windows a new look. Custom window treatments look nice and are great for pulling off the perfect look you are hoping to create in each room of your home. When youRead More

Frugal St Patrick’s Day Table Decor Ideas

March 1, 2017 by Tatanisha W 21 Comments

It’s March! I hope that means we’re just that closer to Spring… than Summer. Living in the Michigan area, you can imagine my thrill of winter so far with snow storm after snow storm. Honestly, I could skip Spring and head right to summer. But.. before we do that, let’s talk about how you’re goingRead More

How to Make Your Own Yoga Mat Cleaning Spray

Natural Yoga Mat Cleaning Spray

January 18, 2017 by Alea Milham 9 Comments

Have you resolved to be healthier in the New Year? Cleaner? More Organized? You can knock out all three resolutions at once by making a batch of this natural yoga mat cleaning spray recipe before you hit the yoga studio this year. Many yoga mats say to clean them by wiping them down with aRead More

3 Creative and Frugal Uses for Pool Noodles

Frugal Uses for Pool Noodles

July 8, 2016 by Katie Femia 4 Comments

Pool noodles can be used for so much more than playing in pools. Below are three frugal uses for pool noodles including a drink marker, straw toppers, and flower pot filler. For the projects listed below you will need an assortment of pool noodles. You can use plain tube noodles as well as the ribbed one that give you a flower look. YouRead More

DIY Linen Spray with Rosemary and Lemongrass- This homemade spray has a naturally refreshing scent without the unhealthy chemicals in store bought products.

DIY Linen Spray with Rosemary and Lemongrass

June 21, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

This DIY Linen Spray with Rosemary and Lemongrass adds a fresh scent to your linens without toxic chemicals.Making your own DIY linen spray is a great way to know that what you’re spraying in your home is non-toxic and safe for you and your family! So many of the sprays out there now have awful chemicals inRead More

This DIY After Sun Lotion will soothe and moisturize your skin after a long day in the sun with calming lavender, jojoba oil, and chamomile.

DIY After Sun Lotion with Essential Oils

June 14, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

Did you spend a little too much time in the sun? This DIY after sun lotion is so soothing and easy to make. DIY After Sun Lotion with Essential Oils Going out into the sun can really be damaging to our skin, but oh, how we love it! It’s so nice to spend a dayRead More

DIY Yarn Easter Eggs

February 27, 2016 by Alea Milham 4 Comments

My friend David is sharing a tutorial for DIY Yarn Easter Eggs: These DIY Yarn Easter Eggs are a fun and easy Easter craft to do with kids. The hardest part is waiting for the eggs to dry! You can use the string Easter eggs to decorate for Easter. Place them in a basket andRead More

DIY Paper Lace Heart Bunting Valentine's Day Banner

DIY Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner

January 9, 2016 by Katie Femia 23 Comments

This Heart Doily Valentine’s Day Banner is easy to make and is an inexpensive way to decorate for Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day may still be a month away, but it is not too early to start decking your halls with all things hearts. Decorating for Valentine’s Day is a great way to add a popRead More

a collection of homemade Christmas wreaths

12 Homemade Christmas Wreaths

November 26, 2015 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Here are 12 homemade Christmas wreaths to add a touch of holiday cheer to your porch this year. In 2001 we moved to an old neighborhood in Virginia. I immediately fell in love with the hardwood floors, lead pane windows, and spiral staircase as soon as I walked in the foyer. I just knew itRead More

10 DIY Bird Feeder Treats- Bird watching in the winter is a fun thing to do for the young and old alike. These bird feeder treats will draw a great crowd!

10 DIY Bird Feeder Treats

November 17, 2015 by Christine T 1 Comment

When I was a child, I loved watching the birds in the winter from out my window. It was fun to see how they interact when the world is so cold outside. One way to  attract birds for watching (as well as doing something kind for them) is to make some bird feeder treats for them toRead More

how to make a diy pumpkin lantern using a dollar store foam pumpkin and twinkle lights

How to Make a Pumpkin Lantern – A Dollar Store DIY Project

August 28, 2015 by Katie Femia 5 Comments

This homemade pumpkin lantern is a frugal dollar store DIY project. Dollar store pumpkins can be used for so many things during the fall season. Take a look below at how we turned an ordinary dollar store pumpkin into a fun pumpkin lantern, perfect for lighting up Halloween nights! Making your own pumpkin lantern isRead More

DIY Laundry Stain Remover

DIY Laundry Stain Remover

August 19, 2015 by Jody 2 Comments

With a husband who brings home grimy, oil-spattered uniforms and two kids who seem to be dirt magnets, I need some assistance with the cleaning beyond a good laundry soap and a hired laundry service. I have tried several combinations of cleaning supplies and store bought stain removers with different results, none entirely satisfactory. Until the day I grabbedRead More

Homemade Furniture Polish

How to Make Homemade Furniture Polish

August 4, 2015 by Jody 2 Comments

While I love the shine and protection that furniture polish gives my wood, I can live without all the dangerous chemicals they pack into it. I love making my own home and body products with essential oils and and few other items on hand. First of all I feel safer having them around my familyRead More

DIY Pine Cone Fire Starters

DIY Pine Cone Fire Starters

July 10, 2015 by Katie Femia 3 Comments

Our family loves to camp, and when we can’t camp a bonfire is the next best thing! Starting up a campfire can be tricky, and a good fire starter can help make the job easier. We use to buy our fire starters at a local retail store, but recently found how easy it can beRead More

How to Make Homemade Peppermint Toothpaste

How to Make Homemade Peppermint Toothpaste

June 30, 2015 by Jody 12 Comments

So as I began making the switch from store bought health and beauty products to homemade, toothpaste was one of the last items to go. I didn’t want gritty, weird, yucky homemade toothpaste. I mean I was switching so many other things, couldn’t it be my one store bought vice? The answer is yes, itRead More

DIY Hanging Milk Bottle Vase

DIY Hanging Milk Bottle Vase

June 18, 2015 by Katie Femia 4 Comments

  There is something fun about the unexpected, which is why I like this DIY project so much. This DIY milk bottle hanging vase is a neat way to display your fresh blooms, while still keeping things unexpected and exciting at the same time. Perfect for day to day decorating or even showers and parties,Read More

DIY Washi Tape Party Silverware

DIY Washi Tape Party Silverware

June 9, 2015 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

Even the simplest of parties can look extraordinary when you pay attention to details. For example, take a look at how a little piece of washi tape can turn these ordinary cutlery pieces into something fresh. If you are planning a garden party, shower, or summer party soon, take a look below at how toRead More

Upcycled Placemat Vase Tutorial

Upcycled Placemat Vase Tutorial

May 15, 2015 by Katie Femia 5 Comments

Who knew you could make stylish home décor with items from your local dollar store? Take a look at how we crafted these placemat vases, using just a few supplies from Dollar Tree. As you can see, they look like something you would find in a boutique, but the reality is they only cost penniesRead More

DIY Magnetic Wine Cork Planters for Succulents

DIY Magnetic Wine Cork Planters for Succulents

May 12, 2015 by Katie Femia 2 Comments

I have an infatuation with wine corks and I am always looking for ways to repurpose them. This DIY magnetic wine cork succulents planter is the perfect way to propagate those succulent cuttings while decorating your fridge or office at the same time! Here is how you can make your own magnetic wine cork succulentsRead More

DIY Ombre Dyed Canvas Shoes

DIY Ombre Dyed Canvas Shoes

May 8, 2015 by Emily 6 Comments

Do you have anything in your closet that has gone unworn for months or even years on end? Maybe something you picked up from a thrift store with high hopes of a cute update? Don’t unload them just yet! There are so many fun ways to breathe new life into old or outdated clothes. ShoesRead 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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