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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Another benefit is that I am cutting the governments out of the loop – there no sales taxes on used stuff (except big things of course, like boats or cars). Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. Sales are a great place to find your Christmas décor. Go Frugal'

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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Of course you will also have ongoing costs such as thread, patterns and material as well. Of course, if you do enjoy the art and craft of making things with material and thread, you may want to try to save money on equipment and supplies and lessons. and she makes all her own clothes”. How to save money if you like and want to sew.

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