Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Here are a few suggestions on ‘lesson plans’ on your money trip to the store. Prepare ahead of time for extra fun by having the kids make up a few questions they want to ask workers. Have the kids stand and watch at a register to see how many ways they can see people paying. Learn About Jobs People Do.

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Money Kids Storing Kids and Family 229

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. Many stores will at least give you a store credit if you don’t have your receipt. But that store credit is much better than sending it to the thrift store as a donation.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

These savvy methods can help you save money on kids’ sport gear. Secondhand gear should work just fine and will give your child an opportunity to try the sport out before you invest a lot of money. Teach Your Kids to Take Care of Their Gear. How do you score savings on kids’ sports gear?

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

I was just working on it yesterday as I was making some notes of gift ideas for my kids. To be honest, we set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. If you are in that place in your life and want to know how to live a frugal lifestyle , please keep reading and you will be on your way to saving money and living frugally.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. If you are in that place in your life and want to know how to live a frugal lifestyle , please keep reading and you will be on your way to saving money and living frugally.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

Did you save BIG in April? I’m constantly trying to optimize our spending to find ways to save money, but still live quite comfortably and well. In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. The big hitters this month saved us about $500.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? As an adult, I can see it was likely a mixture of not enough income, high cost of living area, mismanagement of money, and kids just being expensive for single mothers particularly. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

All those items got plenty of use as all three of my kids used them. Some people were very angry that these parents didn’t spend money on their kids. Some argued that the parents had nice clothes and accessories, so they must be spending money on themselves. Why Does Not Spending on Your Children Make Others Angry?

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Since my kids play on the floors a lot I feel like I need to clean the floors often and that isn’t fun. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. Homekeeping Saving Money - In the Home' And there lies my dilemma. Do you use a Swiffer?

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DIY Thrifting Thrift Stores Vacuums 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

Check the Kids Section. For basics like t-shirts or socks, see if you can find a better deal in the kid’s section. What’s your favorite savings trick when it comes to updating YOUR wardrobe? Outlet malls can be a great place to snag some serious discounts, but be careful what you pick up. Go Frugal'

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Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

She also scarfed up any other gift wrap that looked usable, and she stored it carefully away for use the next year. Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. Use paper drop cloth to wrap. Use paper from other sources.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

5 Ways To Save Money On Moving Expenses Budget and Kid Friendly Fun How to Shop at Thrift Stores for Clothes To Save Money. Adjusting to a new town can be difficult, but using these tips to explore can make that adaption period easier. Frugal Fun Is ‘Going Green’ Killing Our Economy?

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Golf Thrift Stores Green And Frugal Budgeting 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

Dad was a WWII generation kid who grew up on a farm in the Mid-west. Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics? It will also save you money! Once you learn the skills, you can pass along your fix it attitude and ability to your kids. Oh, and did I mention, you could save money?

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

You can then frame the arrangement in a simple orange or black frame (spray paint a dollar store or thrift store frame to get this look) and you have instant art! Find inexpensive knick knacks at your local dollar store or thrift store that fall into the Halloween theme. Get spraying! Happy crafting!

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Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

If you can’t save money, need extra tools and have to learn how, why would anyone learn to sew? If you enjoy sewing, or designing and making patterns learning to sew is worth the time, money and effort (if you can afford it). I your true intent is to save money, then focus on mending. Why learn to sew?

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Related Reading: How to Save Money on Groceries. Put the money saved into your emergency fund. As my kids have grown, I have expanded my work hours at our office and by the end of the week, I’m too cooked to cook , so take out it is! 3 – Reduce your monthly utility bills. 6 – Eat dinner at home.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

Grab your husband, kids, or a friend and begin walking a few times a week. Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Sometimes second hand sports stores also carry this type of equipment. Frugal excercise new year save money' Go for a Walk.

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Bank Banking Cable Service Money 111

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

Switch from paper tissues to flannel cloth hankies - Flannel is so much softer on my kids' little noses. There is an initial investment, but I have seen similiar containers at yard sales or thrift stores and at Bed Bath and Beyond where they regularly offer 20% coupons. Use plastic store bags for trash bags.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Grocery 185

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Kids could roam the neighborhood by themselves safely. On Christmas eve, gangs of kids caroled from house to house. Kids addressed adult neighbors as Mr or Mrs so and so, not by first name. Kids did chores and not all of them were ‘safe’ My brother mowed the lawn with a homemade electric lawnmower.

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Growing Home and Garden Radios Kids and Family 180

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

Everyone knows that you can clip coupons and eat out less to save money. What if you already do those things and are still looking for more ways to save? Here is a rundown of three easy ways to save money, and a lot of it. Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste.

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Frugal Family Student Thrift Stores 75

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

No matter how much money we’re bringing in, just about all of us feel as if we could stand to cut down on our spending and put a little bit more money into our rainy day fund. Saving money doesn’t mean that you have to drastically change the way that you live your everyday life. Set Specific Goals.

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Money Goals Kids and Family Saving Money 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Here are a few ideas for the holidays, which hopefully will help you save money, time and reduce those stress levels! Save On Holiday Decorating. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. Save On Holiday Parties And Dinners. Save On Gifts And Wrapping.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It’s also a wonderful experience for the whole family, and spending some time in the great outdoors can teach the kids a thing or two about “roughing it” and what it takes to survive out in the wilderness (even if you’re in a park). Here are a few tips you could do to save money on your next camping trip.

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Budget Budgeting Family Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target, TJ Maxx, and/or Kohl’s when I feel like I need something. Often, I could have saved myself a trip if I had just looked in one of our closets for a solution. Often, I could have saved myself a trip if I had just looked in one of our closets for a solution.

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Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

Choose Thrift First. I have made a pact with myself that if I don’t already own something that I need, I will either: make do with what I have, find said item at a thrift store, borrow, or forget about it. And if forgetting about it isn’t an option, only then will I step foot into a store to purchase it.

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Financial Goals Goals 2016 Debt 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 12, 2016

Grab your husband, kids, or a friend and begin walking a few times a week. Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Sometimes second hand sports stores also carry this type of equipment. Beginning Exercise without Breaking the Bank. Go for a Walk.

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Bank Banking Cable Service Craigslist 40

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

She says, “it’s so much easier to save money when you’re not gallivanting across the countryside. And it saves on gas too.” ” Brian’s family packed their lunches, cooked meals at home, and shopped with a list to avoid overspending and wasting money. Ruth held monthly pantry challenges.

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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2016

I often find myself saying “I wish I had that when my kids were little” OR “you’d use that once and never use it again” I understand you want the best for your baby and shopping for them is very exciting. The Kroger Baby Event will help you save money on baby necessities.

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