Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Just last summer we were able to buy a beautiful dining room table and six chairs for $50. Kitchen Table We bought our first small kitchen table used for $25 fifteen years ago. That table now serves as our homeschool table. Bed For many years of our marriage, we slept on a futon mattress.

Buying Second-Hand 177

Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

When we’re crazy busy and the family is demanding that they be fed, I always have the ingredients for spaghetti on hand. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out. I am very picky about what I buy second hand, and I still find brand new or hardly worn clothing.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

I want to challenge myself to rethink our purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions, like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. We will need to cut back on dining out, but it is unrealistic for me to say we won’t eat at restaurants this year. Choose Thrift First.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113