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Used Furniture – Re-purpose, Recycle, Re-use.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. Ways to save on furniture. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound.

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A Lego bookshelf for Zoe

The Frugal Girl

However, when I got home I was like CRAP! It was all good by the time we came back home, so now it’s holding our miscellaneous stuff downstairs. That’s the beauty of buying used! Furniture Painting Supply List The basics I use to get my painting jobs done!

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How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. Some people wouldn’t be caught dead going into a thrift store, but they are often nice, clean stores where you can find great, gently used items at great prices. How to Shop for a Used Car.

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Cutting Costs and Buying Used Clothes

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Buying used clothes can be a great way to save money, especially if you have rapidly growing children. You can defray some of your clothing costs by shopping for deals at used clothing stores or thrift stores. Shop with a Friend It is important to shop with a friend, or an older child who wants to help.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. Before you start shopping around for ideas, it is a good idea to set a realistic budget. Look for pieces that have a solid construction overall.

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How To Haggle For A Bargain

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I think I have become pretty darn good at it, and I will even haggle successfully at big chain stores like Macy’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy. But I will say something to the effect of “I really love this piece of furniture and would like to take it home today, but I was wondering if you could help me out a little bit on the price.”

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3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe

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Back to school clothes shopping can be very expensive even if you only have one child. If your child attends a school with uniforms , then your shopping trip is fairly easy. For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. Once you get home, you want to wash the clothing before putting it away.