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7 Ways to Reduce Household Waste

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

From food waste to packaging to disposable items, there are a lot of resources being used by humans. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. It’s possible to bring your own bags for bulk food items in a lot of cases.

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How to Learn Frugal Tricks in a New Town

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Recently we just relocated to Tucson, Arizona, and we’re finding that in some ways we need to start all over learning to be frugal in a new town. If, like us, you’re planning on relocating or just have, consider these tips to learn how to live frugally in your new location. Have my husband dye my hair.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. using what they already have. learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. using what they already have.

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10 Favorite Homemade Baby Food Recipes – to save you money!

Couponing 101

Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. I love this recipe because it gives you options for the different spices you can use.

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10 Favorite Homemade Baby Food Recipes – to save you money!

Couponing 101

Plus, I felt much better about saving some money (to then spend on their clothes…). If you’re looking to add a little kick to their lives, this is an awesome recipe that introduces bold spices that will liven up their palates. I love this recipe because it gives you options for the different spices you can use.

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How to Save Money on a Whole Foods Diet

Couponing 101

Buy in Bulk – Buying in bulk can be tricky, but if you have a solid plan in place for how to use the food, it can save you quite a bit of money! For instance, my friend and I bought 50 pounds of organic potatoes recently and split them between us. My favorite places for buying in bulk are Azure Standard and Amazon.

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Today we’re meeting a reader who is an artist, a homeschooler, a boy-mom, and a renter by choice. Tell us a little about yourself I’m Karen A. I mentioned it to my fiance and he asked me to please cut his hair for him, using the article as a guide! Makeup, nail polish, and clothes. Hello, everyone!

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