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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 19, 2014
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. They may also enroll in other baby classes like music and swim lessons.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 2, 2011
According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). I love to shop garage sales. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
Many seamstresses lived on the charity of family and friends in addition to their pay. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Home decorating is another area where it may be possible to sew your own cheaper than buying. til 11 P.M til 12 at night”.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 26, 2014
I was surprised to learn that many families use these at every meal rather than real plates so they have fewer dishes to do. You can often by these cheap at garage sales. You may find seasonal cloth napkins at a discounted price after the holiday. Most of us who are 40 and younger grew up with disposable paper items.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 4, 2016
While these things obviously could bring in a lot of money, they actually may not make you rich or help you stay that way if you do make it. If the first product you invent doesn’t take off (fails) then your single minded persistence may cause you to try another, or retrain for a new job or develop a side income.
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