Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2012

A few months back I wrote here about canning tomatoes. Tomatoes are, I think, one of the easiest items to can and a great starter project for anyone who is curious about trying a canning project on their own. Canning Jars. When you can, it is imperative that you use jars that are specially made for canning.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

Garage sales are a great way to make some extra money, and they are a great activity for kids during the summer break. With the proper amount of planning, you can have an easy, stress free garage sale where you make a profit. If you follow these tips, it will be easy to manage your own garage sale.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2019

Every couponer’s dream is to have a stockpile of food, household essentials, and non-perishables stored safely in their home. And if you go a step further by canning, freeze drying, and jarring your own foods, it is vital that you have a safe place to keep everything. Find a Cool Dry Space in Your Home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2012

Some folks have added freezers or second refrigerators to store the excess. Others have re-learned canning skills our grandmother’s used. A traditional root cellar is an underground pit or room, typically covered or surrounded by earth used to store food. You save money on gasoline (assuming fewer trips to the store).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Glass jars can be used for jelly and canning things like pickles. Plastic bags are used as trash can liners, food carriers on trips, package stuffing for shipping and re-wrapping precious Christmas keepsakes for storage. We tear down big boxes and lay them on the garage floor in case of oil leaks. Small Utility Items.

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