Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 11, 2016
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. You can also find older, quality items at used furniture stores. How to make used furniture usable.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower.
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Koupon Karen
MAY 17, 2024
However, whether you’re moving for a new job, better opportunities, or a change of scenery, the process of relocating can feel overwhelming. However, making a few lifestyle changes can simplify your move and ensure a smooth transition to your new home. Here, hiring professional movers can make a significant difference.
The Frugal Girl
DECEMBER 27, 2023
, some of my Hallmark ornaments did not make sense to hang on my tree any longer. This is not the type of eBay transaction that will make me rich (we’re talking less than $10/each here), but I feel happy that I was able to do a sort of match-making. ” So I figured a prompt start on using it up would be wise.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 21, 2013
Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? 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. Buy good clothing, used.
Couponing 101
APRIL 8, 2020
The CDC recently recommended the use of cloth face coverings in public areas as a way of reducing the spread of the virus. But with masks in short supply and medical staff in need of the most protective models, many people are resorting to making their own face masks to help protect their communities. No-Sew Face Mask.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 2, 2014
If you can make your shoes last longer, you can tuck away the savings in that rainy day fund. It was a common occurrence to go get new heels put on your shoes (and to protect those heels with taps), and to have leather shoes re-soled multiple times. Shoes were re-dyed, re-heeled, re-soled, fixed and worn as long as possible.
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