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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The spinning wheel doesn’t work really; I have to rotate the bowl with my hand, but I can’t complain considering the price. About half of my children’s clothing is bought used, and about 75% of my husband’s and my clothing is used. Go Frugal Go Green'

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5 Frugal Living Tips To Saving Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, whilst we all have essential bills or borrowing we need to take on and maintain, some people are able to live as frugally as possible to help keep costs down and make their money go further. Here are 5 great tips for saving money by being frugal. Buy Second-hand. Only Borrow What You Need.

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Topic: 5 Frugal Living Tips To Saving Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, whilst we all have essential bills or borrowing we need to take on and maintain, some people are able to live as frugally as possible to help keep costs down and make their money go further. Here are 5 great tips for saving money by being frugal. Buy Second-hand. Only Borrow What You Need.

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Simple Things You Can Do to Be Environmentally Friendly and Save Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The truth is, there are plenty of things our grandparents and great grandparents did that were eco-friendly and frugal that we can easily do today. Hang clothes to dry. Instead, we have two large clothes drying racks in the basement. Creating clothing requires a lot of natural resources. Should You Line Dry Your Clothes?

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10 Frugal Tips For Earth Day

Saving Cents With Sense

In honor of Earth Day, I wanted to share some ways that we can be frugal, yet also eco-friendly. 10 Frugal Tips for Earth Day. Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! You’ll save on energy costs and have naturally fresh smelling clothes!

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How to Save Money on Men’s Business Apparel Without Sacrificing Style

Saving Cents With Sense

The old saying that "clothes make the man" remains true, and style is the distinct flair that ensures each man is an individualist not a cookie-cutter mannequin. Buy in the Off Season. It makes sense to buy summer clothes in summer, right? Buy Classic and Quality Pieces Only. Buy second-hand.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Check my Frugal Family Activities list for ideas. Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. 10 – Do It Yourself.