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16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Put it around doors and “loose” windows where air can escape, and keep in mind that the work you do now will help to keep the heat in come winter, too. Call a professional to have your air conditioners cleaned out and new filters installed. Line dry your clothes. Plus, clothes smell better when dried outside!

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How to Live a Frugal Lifestyle

Teresa's Deals

I love to cook at home and it saves us a so much money. I also have found some great resell shops in my area that will let you sell some of your clothes to them and then use that to go towards your purchase, it’s a win win. We probably eat out once a month. Shop Thrift Stores.

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How to Live a Frugal Lifestyle

Teresa's Deals

I love to cook at home and it saves us a so much money. I also have found some great resell shops in my area that will let you sell some of your clothes to them and then use that to go towards your purchase, it’s a win win. We probably eat out once a month. Shop Thrift Stores.

Frugal 100
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Go Green and Save Money with Energy Efficient Appliances

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The appliances referred to are the big ones – clothes washers, clothes dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, room heaters and air-conditioners. The rating system also encourages people to think about how they use these appliances in their homes. So, what kind of appliances do you have?

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Bee Stung Butts, Freeze Dried Diapers and Other Hilarious Happenings of Poverty

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We had a coal stove at home, but my brother and my shared bedroom was just a few feet from the stove. When the ears were full and ripe she would pull one down and let me make a doll – using the cob for the body, the silk for the hair and the husk for the clothing. In winter, here in the Midwest, it is hard to line dry your clothes.

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5/7 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: Spring Cleaning

Nicoles Nickels

I would have thought that having wool in with your clothes would cause static but both sites specifically say that it cuts down on static. From the Family Handyman are tips on Cleaning Air Conditioners in the Spring. Thankfully, At Home with The Barkers has this post on Spring Cleaning Outdoors ! From How Does She?