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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 15, 2015
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. If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. My best finds.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 25, 2014
I love to buy things second hand. Just look at the many people scouring garage sales in the summer. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.”
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Couponing 101
MAY 29, 2019
Buy Out of Season. Buy Used Clothing. That means a lot of other families need to offload children’s clothing that was barely worn, so you can snag some great deals. You can find used children’s clothing at thrift stores, garage sales, or online via Facebook Marketplace or eBay.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 19, 2014
I had three baby showers when I was pregnant for my son–one from each side of the family and one from my co-workers. There was very little I had to buy for my child after these showers. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales.
Saving Cents With Sense
MARCH 8, 2013
Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living. Another great item to buy used is your car.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations. Kids will naturally accumulate stuff, even when they can’t buy it. You donate to suitable charities.
Couponing 101
MAY 10, 2012
One of the simplest ways to save money (especially if you love bread as much as I do) is to home-make your bread rather than buying it at the store. A loaf of bread from the bakery at the grocery store costs at least $2. A few hours later, you have a beautiful and delicious loaf of bread that feeds the entire family.
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