Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

That means that you can comparison shop for the best prices while you’re catching up on last episode of Grimm. Large store chains typically offer their shoppers the ability to bring in ads from competitors and buy those advertised products for those discounted prices right in their store. Learn to Match. for packaging?

Groceries 252

Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Around here, some communities have taken to doing a one day costume exchange.

Halloween 138

Halloween Green Reuse Garage 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

The stain went on fast and easy, but I had to wait for warm weather to apply the sealer because we wanted lacquer. Believe me, brush on lacquer is s-t-i-n-k-y! I had to part with $35 to buy one of those paint masks to even be able to apply it. PS, I have one dress that is at least 35 years old. Cheap or frugal?

Frugal 100

Frugal Cheap Clothes Clothing 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Instead of buying gallons of iced tea at the store which can cost about $2.50 To test my theory that the powder saves me a lot of money, I wrote the date on the box when I opened it. I also use rinse-ad that I buy at BJ’s when it’s Buy One Get One Free.

February 208

February 2020 Frugal Thrift Stores 208

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 13, 2016

You don’t need to spend a lot on clothing, so consider shopping at thrift stores, yard sales, and even buy/sell groups online. Try to avoid spending money on unnecessary items like a baby sling, wipe warmer, expensive baby food maker, excessive toys, a breast pump, and too much of anything. Wait to buy it.

Baby 40

Baby Kroger 2016 Saving 40