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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

Thrift Store Style. Just like studying and beer, fashion matters at college. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. You can find cool vintage threads as well to mix and match. Dining Hall.

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How to Save Money on Festivals

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Today you can couple muddy fields, smelly toilets, huge amounts of beer and hopefully the odd band, with a whole lot of cash. But there are still opportunities to instil some thrift without losing the hedonistic experience – here are a few tips to saving money at festivals. Write lists, plan your attack and pack well.

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Halloween Spending Through the Years

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My favorite thrift store has a section dedicated to seasonal items. The number and variety of Halloween items in this thrift store surprised me. Now, adults dress up to hand out the candy, have yard parties complete with beer and fires in pits while giving out that candy or, close up the home (i.e.

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