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Pool Noodle Bumble Bee Craft

Pool Noodle Bumblebee Craft

March 10, 2020 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

This Pool Noodle Bumblebee Craft for kids requires just a pool noodle and a few common craft supplies to make. This is a fun and frugal bumblebee activity. Here are some of our fun pool noodle crafts for kids that we have created in the past. Who would have guessed that there are so manyRead More

Homemade Vapor Rub- This DIY vapor rub is all natural and petroleum free. Use it on adults and kids alike when the sniffles set in this cold and flu season.

Homemade Vapor Rub

December 9, 2019 by Emily Leave a Comment

Use this recipe for homemade vapor rub and whip up a batch next time you have a cold. With cold and flu season upon us, it’s time to stock up on our favorite remedies. One of mine is this Homemade Vapor Rub that can be used with the adults and kids alike when the snifflesRead More

These Pool Noodle Pumpkins are an easy and frugal fall craft for kids. Pool Noodle Pumpkins can also be used for learning activities and imaginative play.

DIY Pool Noodle Pumpkins and Activities for Kids

September 24, 2019 by Jody 2 Comments

These DIY Pool Noodle Pumpkins are a fun fall craft to make with kids. There are also many ways for your little ones to use them for educational activities and games this fall. Pool noodles are being discounted as summer comes to a close and now is a great time to grab up a halfRead More

Apple Stamping Craft- This stamping craft is a fun way to paint with apples. It's also a frugal and easy activity for kids!

Apple Stamping Craft

August 19, 2019 by Ann 1 Comment

This Apple Stamping Craft is a fun way to make art with apples! This apple stamping craft looks amazing, but it is so easy and inexpensive to make. Younger children will need help with the cutting and gluing, but stamping apples is fun for all ages. Apple stamping is a great supplementary craft if youRead More

Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag- Kids will have fun passing time with this homemade travel game bag. It is a cute and simple way to take tic-tac-toe on the go!

DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag

July 3, 2019 by Jody 13 Comments

This DIY Tic-Tac-Toe travel game bag is easy to make! The outside of the bag forms the game board and the bag holds the game pieces. I love to create fun and sweet little activities for the kids, or for them to give as homemade gifts to their friends. This DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag is simple enoughRead More

This Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids is the perfect companion for studying the letter 'I' with children. It is also a fun and easy way to beat boredom.

Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids

June 25, 2019 by Ann 2 Comments

This Ice Cube Discovery Activity for Kids is a fun way to keep little minds engaged. Grab an ice cube tray and a handful of trinkets from around your home to get started.     I love creating activities for kids that cost very little money. It just proves that fun doesn’t need to cost a lot. ThisRead More

7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer- Whether you homeschool or just want to explore the outdoors, here are 7 summer nature activities for kids.

7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer with Kids

June 21, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

Here are 7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer that we particularly like that allow us to dive into nature studies. There are many educational and enjoyable ways to explore nature year round. Whether you homeschool with the traditional calendar, year-round, or you don’t homeschool at all and are just looking for ways to makeRead More

5 Fun Activities for Kids Using Drinking Straws

5 Fun Activities Using Drinking Straws

June 6, 2019 by Katie Femia 4 Comments

These 5 fun activities for kids using drinking straws are sure to keep them entertained this summer! Who knew a $1 package of straws could be so much fun? This summer, keep kids occupied when you present them with these 5 fun activities using drinking straws. These games are easy to play and can provideRead More

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50 Fun Spring Activities for Kids

April 15, 2019 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Now that the weather is improving the kids are anxious to get out and play! Here are 50 spring activities for kids to keep them busy outside on nice days and entertained inside on rainy days.   Spring is in the air, and you are more than likely itching to get out and enjoy itRead More

Easter Egg Surprise Slime

March 7, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Easter Egg Surprise Slime is a great way to turn slime into an Easter-themed activity that will keep them busy for hours. I am always looking for fresh ways to make slime new and exciting ( although truth be told my kids just love slime!).  Egg Surprise Slime starts with my favorite basic slime recipeRead More

Disappearing Egg Activity for Kids- This egg experiment is a great letter "E" activity for preschoolers and fun science activity for older kids!

Disappearing Egg Activity for Kids

March 1, 2019 by Ann 18 Comments

Here is a fun and educational disappearing egg activity for kids! This egg experiment is a great letter “E” activity for preschoolers and a fun science activity for older kids! If you are using this Disappearing Egg Activity for Kids with older elementary kids, below is some background. How to Make an Eggshell Disappear The eggshell dissolves becauseRead More

Homemade Lavender Baby Wash- This DIY baby wash contains natural ingredients and has a mild lavender scent. It's also quite easy and inexpensive to make.

Homemade Lavender Baby Wash

February 27, 2019 by Jody 2 Comments

You get a wonderful scent and gentle cleansing with this Homemade Lavender Baby Wash and none of the scary unpronounceable ingredients. If reading the back of the bottle from your store-bought baby wash makes you want to skip the baths altogether, have no fear. It is easy, inexpensive, and even fun to make your own.Read More

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DIY Mardi Gras Fluffy Slime

January 22, 2019 by Jody 2 Comments

Make up a batch of this colorful and festive Mardi Gras Fluffy Slime Recipe for the kids to enjoy. If you need something to keep the kids busy and entertained at your Mardi Gras celebration this Mardi Gras Fluffy Slime Recipe fits the bill perfectly! It gives them the wonderful sensation of stretchy slime with aRead More

Valentine’s Day Glitter Slime Recipe

January 8, 2019 by Jody Leave a Comment

This Valentine’s Day Glitter Slime Recipe is perfect to share with your little sweetheart! If your house is anything like mine you have a glitter making session at least once a week. We figured out how to make glitter slime for Valentine’s Day and it was a hit, we love sparkle and slime so putting them togetherRead More

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How to Make Edible Nutella Slime

December 19, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

If you want to learn how to make edible slime, Nutella Slime to be exact, just keep on reading because this is easy peasy and only 2 safe ingredients needed! I don’t know about you but in my house, there are cries for a fresh batch of one type of slime or another daily. MyRead More

30 Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make

December 11, 2018 by Jody Leave a Comment

I love making and receiving homemade Christmas gifts, don’t you? When they are crafted by sweet little hands they are even better, I have gathered up 30 Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make to help you and your little one make homemade gifts. Rather than spending a lot of money and long hours at the storeRead More

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DIY Minecraft Soap

December 10, 2018 by Jody Leave a Comment

DIY Minecraft Soap is almost as much fun to make as it is to use, it looks cool to the block loving set and smells great while getting kids clean. I don’t know about your house but in mine, I have a Minecraft addict, if you are reading this chances are you probably have one too.Read More

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Soothing Surprise Bath Bombs For Kids

December 5, 2018 by Jody Leave a Comment

These Soothing Surprise Bath Bombs For Kids are perfect for bedtime and end in fun little surprise that your kids will love. Most kids love taking a bath and I think it’s pretty safe to say that all of them love a good surprise, especially in the form of a toy. These Soothing Surprise KidsRead More

DIY Duct Tape Makeup Bag

December 4, 2018 by Jody Leave a Comment

Let you kid use this Duct Tape Makeup Bag Tutorial to make some homemade gifts for friends. If you’re looking for an inexpensive but adorable homemade Christmas gift idea kids can make give this simple tutorial for a DIY Duct Tape Makeup Bag a try. Just grab some zippered bags and pretty duct tape for yourRead More

The Best Kids Christmas Books to Read with them during the Advent season.

The Best Christmas Books for Kids

November 28, 2018 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

I’ve collected a list with the help of friends and family of the best Christmas books for kids. Reading Christmas books during advent is one of our family’s favorite traditions. After the Epiphany on January 6th, I pack up the Christmas books and put them away until the day after Thanksgiving. The kids are doublyRead 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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