Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2013

Chances are that at least some of the time you bring your own bagged lunch to work or to school. And when I think back to when I worked in the corporate world, I remember how much money I spent going out until I switched to bringing my own lunch from home! Just stop using disposables. Washable plates and bowls.

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Lunch Lunches Reuse Compost 201

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.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2016

As I was doing some yard work a couple of days ago, I noticed my neighbor tilling up a vegetable garden spot in his back yard – a sure sign of spring! 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. “ Recycle to fertilize.

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Thrifty Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants 100

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. What works for your family?

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Frugal Green And Frugal Recycle Recycled 61

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2013

Next thing you know, it’s last-minute shopping at the mall and you’re wrestling a fellow patron over who’s going to buy the last blender in stock for their mother. A simple picnic lunch in the park works fine, too. When it comes to thoughtful gift giving , people get stressed out. For the Green Goddess.

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Flowers and Plants Flowers and Gifts Finds Gifts 75

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

And while there are many individuals and groups working to make that a reality, it’s a rather difficult achievement because of the way we have set our society up to be one of convenience and disposability rather than reuse. Stop Buying Things In Plastic Beth from My Plastic Free Life has pretty much eliminated plastic from her life.

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Home Making Reuse Recycle 229

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.

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Green Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled 183