Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Just look at the many people scouring garage sales in the summer. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Blender Fifteen years ago, I bought a blender at a garage sale for $3. Electronics.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Sure I knew about the ‘White sales’ – the ones stores used to have in January on sheets and towels and such, but I really hadn’t a clue that there is a best time to buy many other things! You may decide you don’t need or want the item at all if you push yourself to wait to get a bargain on it! Other tips.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

Going to your child’s baseball game may be a fun way to spend an evening. Watching your child get nothing but net may be super exciting. Seeing your child run the ball down the field to score a goal may get your adrenaline pumping. Sports equipment can get pricey.

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Sports Kids Craigslist Kids and Family 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Take the time to learn any requisite skills, either by reading, learning online or perhaps attending some of the home improvement big box store presentations and skill shops. Understand what parts of the job may require code inspections and what the codes mean. Talk to people you know to find who they may have used for their work.

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Renovation Home Real Estate Re-use 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. Ways to save on furniture.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

It’s not as hard as you may think to still enjoy a great life while living more frugally. You may be able to afford a larger house, but that doesn’t mean you should live in one. Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. Eat out less.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49