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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. I grew up with this, in theory and in practice. Take care of your wardrobe to keep it looking work and wear worthy. Buy good clothing, used.

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Cool Things I Read This Week

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Super Sexy Frugal Valentine’s Day [link] via @ BudgetsAreSexy Gosh these games bring back memories! #. Sustainability Tip # 44 Shower Bucket – [link] @ SustainablePF We may just have to try this. #. Festival of Frugality # 268 – Cheapskate Jake Edition – February 15th, 2011 – My Personal Finance J.