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My Best Garage Sale Finds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. Finding a new purpose for an old item is one of the joys of finding bargains at garage sales.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! She has a specific process of tidying up – you go through your various items, save what “sparks joy” and donate, sell and throw the rest away.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up with Marie Kondo’s KonMari Method!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! She has a specific process of tidying up – you go through your various items, save what “sparks joy” and donate, sell and throw the rest away.

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Children’s Music on a Budget

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Garage sales – I found a guitar for $5.00 once at a garage sale and bought it for my grandson. Relatives – Great Uncle Joe may still have that trumpet he used to play and might like to donate it to a future generation! Pawn shops – there are even some that specialize in musical instruments.

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Tidying Up – Saving You Money!

Couponing 101

Between her two books and her new Netflix show that premiered at the beginning of the year, I’ve definitely been inspired to tidy up around the house! She has a specific process of tidying up – you go through your various items, save what “sparks joy” and donate, sell and throw the rest away.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Donate good clothing you really can’t use to a non-profit and bank the tax deduction. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. Darn the holes in your socks instead of throwing them out.

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9 Tips for Setting up and Settling into a New Home

Koupon Karen

Researching and booking a reputable Tucson long distance moving company , like Coleman Worldwide Moving, well in advance can also save you from last-minute scrambles and ensure you get the best rates and services suited to your specific needs. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell.

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