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Wait, Don’t Buy That Yet!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

These get donated to thrift stores or placed in consignment shops so you might keep checking your local stores for these. Look on Craigs list and in local consignment shops for nearly new exercise equipment. Spending our precious and all too limited time searching online and in stores. I know I do. In fact, I did today! Winter clothes.

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How To Update Your Wardrobe For Less

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While the Salvation Army and Goodwill may require a bit more digging for quality wardrobe items, other consignment shops , like Second Time Around, have a strict pre-screening process. Clothing swaps are a great way to spend a frugal evening with friends while clearing out your closet and scoring some new finds. Shop Your Closet.

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

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We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used. Baby Items. Don’t be!