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How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I had three baby showers when I was pregnant for my son–one from each side of the family and one from my co-workers. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. I’ve seen friends of mine spend hundreds of dollars per season on their infants.

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Keep Clutter at Bay by Recognizing Where It Comes From

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My husband and I aren’t constant consumers. Another source of clutter with kids is gifts that well-meaning friends and relatives give. I have a soft spot for good sales, whether they be at the local retail store (I bought way too many Gymboree shirts for my daughter when they were on sale for $3.99) or at a garage sale.

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Stuff – Full Circle

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations. But to reach full consumer status, they have to be taught to want things – and they learn fast.

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5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of the most overlooked ways to go green is to just start by consuming less. Consuming less means less manufacturing, production, and creation of environmentally unfriendly items. Instead of buying items that you may only need for one time, you should consider borrowing items from a friend, family member, or a neighbor.

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Super Saver Holiday Ideas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. You can pick up beautiful decorations, wreaths, linens, trees and more at these sales.

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Market Place: Featured Items for Sale

Saving Cents With Sense

FAMILY Banner $10. Consumer Products Best Baby Products $5. Chuck & Friends DVD and toy truck $5. Chuck & Friends DVD and toy truck $5. Maybe you have been wanting to have a garage sale but have not wanted to go through the hassle of setting up and tearing down. Do you want to be featured?

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

With so many different options out there, a consumer really can get overwhelmed and into trouble if they don’t know their credit card basics. With so many different options out there, a consumer really can get overwhelmed and into trouble if they don’t know their credit card basics. Read away my friends.