Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Just look at the many people scouring garage sales in the summer. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Blender Fifteen years ago, I bought a blender at a garage sale for $3. Do you buy used?

Buying Second-Hand 177

Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

I happened upon some old canning Mason jars at a garage sale, and now we use those for everything–making iced tea in the summer, putting leftover soup in, holding our homemade laundry detergent. We bought some plastic leftover containers, but those frequently cracked or broke. Throwing those away isn’t good for the environment.

Saving Money 191

Saving Money Simple Money Friends And Family Sale 191

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

We will be challenging ourselves to resist buying retail and instead choose thrift by borrowing, buying second hand, or making do with what we already have. How to Set and Keep Goals to Make This the Best Year Ever | Jen @ Girl in Garage. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be the Choose Thrift First Challenge.

2015 100

2015 Money Debt Home and Garden 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. I want to go through our basement, closets, and garage to look for unused items that we can sell. Choose Thrift First.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113