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Redefining Moderation.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My definition of what moderation is now is vastly different from what it was when I was twenty pounds heavier. I used to shop the sale racks for clothes thinking I was being fabulously frugal, now I rarely buy anything in a retail environment; it’s all consignment, gift cards, or hand me downs. Again, redefining moderation.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING! Also, if you have any ideas to add let me know.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up with Marie Kondo’s KonMari Method!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING! Also, if you have any ideas to add let me know.

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Tidying Up – Saving You Money!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING! Also, if you have any ideas to add let me know.

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How to get a pair of designer jeans for $6.

Finally Frugal

Awhile back (early December, in fact), I took a bunch of clothing to two local consignment stores. So I consider this to be a good deal, especially since the length of these jeans is perfect and being rather petite (5'4") that's a definite plus! As it turns out, I had $90 in sales! Begone, muffin top!

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8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you have clothes and furniture that you no longer have use for, donate them to charities or sell them at consignment shops. Someone else will definitely be able to make use of them. They will be extremely grateful. Go thrifty. Also, pass on hand-me-downs to relatives and friends. The gift of giving is a wonderful thing.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

You might be able to find one at a consignment shop, a sewing machine repair shop, or ask relatives or friends if they have one that you could either buy or borrow. Making your own clothes is definitely a great way to save money–and you can take penny-pinching to a whole new level by using recycled materials and fabrics to make clothes.

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