Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. So, hey, I guess I can take the tax reduction next year as well as this! However, I wait until spring and summer to buy decorations – and get them at garage sales. I know I do. In fact, I did today!

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Just bare twigs in a large vase, with old ornaments tied to them can be pretty as well. We live on the edge of the prairie and prairie grasses grow well here. They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Not only will renovations provide pleasure and function to you, but they could increase the sale value of your home a bit. Know what you want to do and plan it out well ahead of time. Garage or estate sales. Thrift shops. What have you done to get your home remodel projects done within budget? Plan ahead.

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Renovation Home Real Estate Re-use 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

In spite of the expense, some of the newer furniture is much less well made than older pieces. 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.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

You can end up well ahead in the long run. Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. If you calculate your mortgage interest, the cost of insurance and maintenance, buying can be much more expensive than renting.

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Frugal Lives Frugal Living Frugal Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions 49

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Multi-pronged answer here: historically it was hard-wired in my DNA as a necessity but also being a good steward of what we’re blessed with & being able to give/help others; having enough for emergency funds was always a high priority as well. My kids both have chronic medical issues that are costly & require much budgeting.

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