Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 22, 2011

Big energy bills can bleed your budget dry, not to mention the potential impact on the environment. Here are some ways you can reduce your energy bills. Cutting Your Heating Bills. You could be paying over the odds if your bill is based on estimated readings. Cutting Your Electricity Bills. Fix draft excluders.

Bills 224

Bills Appliances Home and Garden Green 224

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

Optimize Your Dishwasher If you don’t watch out, your dishwasher can be a money grabber. When it comes to using your dishwasher, you want to make sure that you run a full load every time. However, you should also be sure not to overload your dishwasher, which can lead to dirty dishes even after washing.

Saving Money 202

Saving Money Kitchen Money Reuse 202

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

Are you looking for more ways to trim your grocery bill? They are microwavable (except for the lid) and dishwasher safe. Sometimes reaching for disposable paper products seems easier, but it doesn't take much more effort to use products that are re-usable or recycled. Are you trying to run a more 'green' household?

Economical 185

Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 1, 2011

My parents don't spend any $1 bills that pass through their hands through out the year. Thank goodness our rental had recycling containers) What will you need in the kitchen? dishwasher detergent, dish soap, paper towels, napkins Will you need sunscreen, bug spray? They save them up for their vacation. Create a Meal Plan.

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 178

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

We also don’t want to come home to a credit card bill. Thank goodness our rental has recycling containers. dishwasher detergent, dish soap, paper towels, napkins. Do you really need another coffee mug or t-shirt? I want to remember my vacation through our photos, not our receipts. What will you need in the kitchen?

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Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

If you really want to send out paper invitations, use recycled or handmade paper and use a single sheet. Choose decorations that can be reused or that are made of natural materials and so can be recycled in the garden or compost. If you really need non-breakables, look for the clear polymer drinkware that is 100% recyclable.

Green 183

Green Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled 183