Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 9, 2019
They’ll make sure that every bit of trash is disposed of properly and sent to proper recycling facilities. For an even more eco-friendly move, don’t buy new rags. So plan your meals, buy only the ingredients you need, and don’t over-indulge. No, composting doesn’t require a lot of space. Dial Down on the Paper Towels.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 16, 2013
For example, most leftover food scraps can even be composted ( other than meat, of course ) so they can be brought home if a school or workplace doesn’t do composting. Of course, that’s only the financial savings. It’s crazy how much trash we generate even when there are easy solutions!
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 4, 2013
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. If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. Pay attention to that when you buy. One solution is to buy things loose.
For the Mommas
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Free $10 GiftCard When You Buy Any Three. Hefty EcoSave 100% Compostable 25-ct Bowls or 16 to 30-ct Plates - $2.99. Everspring 1-pk 85-ct 100% Recycled Facial Tissues - $1.89. Seventh Generation 95 or 100 oz Liquid Laundry Detergent - $11.99. O-Cedar QuicWring Mop and Bucket System - $22.99.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it. Don’t buy, make. Compost it by cutting it up and putting it on the pile. Like me, buy them used and then reuse them each year.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 18, 2016
If you buy organic non-hybrid fruits or vegetables, you can save your seeds and plant them, year after year. Use compost, make your own. The Guardian’s article, How to Be a Thrifty Gardner dove to detail about making compost: “You should have about two-thirds brown stuff (carbon source) to one-third green (nitrogen).
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 22, 2011
Recycle – Of course you probably already know about this tip, and may have a recycling bin in your home. But there are other ways to recycle products, too. Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! Buy in season. 10 Frugal Tips for Earth Day.
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