Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 14, 2015
Recycling is great for the environment and we should all be doing it (in spite of my title), but reusing is even better. When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. Plastic trash bags.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 9, 2011
Today, I am going to share with you 8 ways you can recycle, reduce, and reuse. Reuse what you can. When you have mess to clean up, use cloth napkins, sponges, or dishclothes that can be washed instead of reaching for paper towels. We also save containers from items and reuse them for storage at a later time. Get creative.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 2, 2012
Ditch Those Paper Products Paper is convenient, but it’s expensive and the cost can add up quickly. Because they can be washed and reused they are much cheaper in the long run. Reuse Bags You can save a little money by reusing your plastic storage bags. You probably have paper towels , and you might have paper napkins.
Couponing 101
DECEMBER 20, 2019
Plus, the lack of a physical product also means your gift won’t end up in a landfill if the recipient doesn’t like it. Gift bags and bows can be reused year after year. While they may eventually wear out, reusing them can at least reduce the impact. Reuse Whatever You Can.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate. We ending up buying our current home in 2015, when local prices and interest rates were significantly lower. helping out 7. It’s now up to $11 per loaf! I quickly became a daily reader.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 6, 2013
A lot of small, simple changes can add up over time. Start with these 7 simple ways to go green in 2013, and stick with them, and you will not only find yourself living more sustainably, but you will also feel energized to tackle some of the bigger behavioral changes next year: 1. Pick Up Litter. Stop with the Bottled Water.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 12, 2011
She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. 2.) Use up all your food and reduce waste. Ny taking your own bags, reusing plastic bags you already have or even sewing some fabric bags from old t-shirts and things you can save a lot. 7.) Buying used.
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