Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

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. If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”. Go Frugal'

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Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Learn How to Sew. Getting Started.

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Clothes Clothing Making Sewing 216

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

“How to Live Large and Have Fun”, “How to Spend Millions on Credit and Never Pay a Dime”, “Live Large and On Charge…Cards”, “Living High on the Hog: The Art of Budget Busting”…these are all titles of fictitious books, but they might as well be bestsellers. One of the fastest growing types of business is the consignment store.

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Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores 10 Steps To A Successful Garage Sale 5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores How to Save Money on Baby Costs.

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Saving Money Money Used Buy 213

Finally Frugal

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

Awhile back (early December, in fact), I took a bunch of clothing to two local consignment stores. I still have to make a visit to the other consignment store; perhaps I'll that next weekend and see what's on the books for me there. Last weekend, I finally had a chance to visit one of the stores to see if anything had sold.

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Consignment Clothes Clothing December 45

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. We found a You Tube video that showed us specifically how to fix it. I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. Can you fix a repair yourself?

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 31, 2013

Day 12: How to Get a FREE Gym Membership. Day 16: Shop Thrift or Consignment Stores. Day 10: Sell Your Gold Jewelry for Cash. Day 11: Cancel Your Cable TV. Day 13: Update #2. Day 14: Reduce Your Grocery Spending without Sacrificing Quality. Day 15: Skip the AM Drive-Thru and Eat Breakfast at Home.

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Finds October Bank of America Friends And Family Sale 258