Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

That way you keep both the glass and plastic bottles out of the landfill and you reduce the environmental impact of transporting water from draught-ridden areas. When you do shop, make sure you use a list and that you only buy what you need that will not only save you money, it will also help the environment.

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Green Recycle Recycled Recycling 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2019

It feels impossible to completely eliminate the use of paper towels, especially if you love to cook. Use some rags and launder them when they get dirty. When you waste food, you’re not just wasting food—you’re also wasting the resources used to grow and make it. Dial Down on the Paper Towels. Don’t Waste Food.

Home 100

Home Compost Composting Paper Towels 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Use fabric bags. Use bags that are made of cotton and are durable and washable. Use reusable water bottles. Use natural detergents and cleaners. We make our own using a few simple ingredients of washing soda , soap flakes, and borax. Use cold water. Use recycled toilet pape r. Use your dishwasher.

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Making Reuse Recycle Recycled 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2014

Today a poor person in America probably has access to electricity, telephones, food, indoor plumbing, central heat and public transportation. 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. Poverty aids the imagination.

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St. Louis Plumbing Flowers and Plants Kids and Family 176

For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Couponing is a great start (you do use coupons, right?) Transportation- car note, car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc. For example, your electric bill may be higher in periods of more extreme weather if you use your air conditioner and heat to offset the temperature outside. Telephone/cell phone.

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Budgeting Budget Insurance Homeowner Insurance 40