Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2013

If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy. How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores. PET Archives. My ‘Free’ Kitten Cost Us Over $9000. Things You Can Do To NOT Make Money. Cheap and Easy Picnic Fare.

Grandfather 165

Grandfather Fridays Debt Thrift Stores 165

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

Considering all this, when I stumbled across an article about Hattie Garlick, a woman who decided to not spend anything on her children in 2013, I had to read on. The article specifies that Garlick did not buy any birthday or Christmas presents for her children, but I’m sure that they got items from well-meaning relatives.

Friends And Family Sale 176

Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Stores also stock up on gift sets with cosmetics for the holidays and may need to move it fast in January. These get donated to thrift stores or placed in consignment shops so you might keep checking your local stores for these. Other tips. Snag a discounted gift card online.

Buy 223

Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

The AARP article Fix What’s Broken, For Less claims that there are multiple repair cafes in the USA now, including some in New York City, Seattle, San Francisco, Minneapolis, Detroit and elsewhere. What other organizations do you know of that help people learn to repair their own broken items?

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 12, 2013

But I had no idea where to start or how to go about simplifying my life until I read a magazine article about the psychological benefits of de-cluttering your workspace. I was so inspired that I followed some more of the advice in that article. What is the worst thing that will happen if I trash it? Be ruthless!

Making 238

Making Work Occasions Pace 238

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

There is an initial investment, but I have seen similiar containers at yard sales or thrift stores and at Bed Bath and Beyond where they regularly offer 20% coupons. Use plastic store bags for trash bags. I have 4 different sizes. They are microwavable (except for the lid) and dishwasher safe.

Economical 185

Economical Kitchen Paper Grocery 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Make it be known that that that there is nothing wrong in purchasing second-hand items from thrift stores, yard sales, or via classified ads or even online via places like eBay or Craigslist. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

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Thrifty Recycle Recycled Recycling 189

For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items. Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed. Buy second hand. Parents-to-be can easily overspend on baby items; adding hundreds of dollars to the household budget.

Baby 40

Baby Debt Credit Cards Phone Service 40

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

You aren’t limited to just thrift stores. Many moms feel as if there is a stigma surrounding buying items secondhand. However, the truth is that as more families become budget-conscious, buying gently used items is becoming more popular.

Money 40

Money Goals Kids and Family Saving Money 40

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

ACTION STEP: If you think you’re leaving money on the table, this article offers tips on how to ask for a raise. There are things we had to do that made us look weird: home school, skip eating out as much with family, doing my own hair & nails, getting a wardrobe from the thrift store and forgoing paper towels.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100