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My Best Garage Sale Finds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. But, find one in a high end neighborhood, one where the store sorts through the donations to select only the best. The adults in these neighborhoods typically have more discretionary income and may be prone to re-decorating more often than others. My best finds.

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Christmas Gifts on a Budget: Up-cycling is the Answer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Think outside the gift giving box this season; look at old unused items that may have parts that can be reused for other interesting and unique gifts. Cover thrift store finds such as boxes and crates with dish shards for an awesome magazine rack. Leave no stone unturned and do not assume anything is trash.

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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. Oak magazine rack – never used – $.50. Hubby re-painted it and has used it for many things around the yard and grounds. Rattan loveseat and ottoman – $25. Each roll of the wide ribbon sells for $8 – $10 per roll.

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