Couponing 101

MAY 29, 2019

With these four simple strategies, you can save a ton of money on children’s clothes. Buy Out of Season. Retailers discount out-of-season clothing, and these discounts can be substantial. Buy Used Clothing. Children’s clothes don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Ask Family and Friends.

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Clothes Clothing Simple Friends And Family Sale 84

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2012

Back to school clothes shopping can be very expensive even if you only have one child. For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. You can also take advantage of tax free holidays, and you can set up clothing exchange clubs with your friends. Many of these stores are crowded.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Buying used is one way to increase the sustainability of your life. It was much cheaper to buy these items gently used. Baby Items.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Wednesday is my favorite day of week and not because it’s HUMP day–i t’s 50% off day at my favorite thrift store. . I have nothing against retail stores. I shop at them regularly, but I love to shop for clothing for myself and my girls at a local thrift store, especially ON WEDNESDAYS.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores Finds Consignment 159

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

There are still more ‘me’ gifts I’d like to buy, but I’ve managed to hold off so far. However, in reviewing the best things to wait to buy on various sites, I find that cameras are one of those items. I learned late in life that there are best times to buy certain things. Winter clothes.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Before you can even start to think about how you would go about greening your wardrobe, you need to know where you stand, clothes wise, right now at this moment. You probably will find clothes that you had forgotten you even had; I certainly did! You’ll need to be able to sort clothing into piles according to what you find.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. But I also found success at a thrift store. Instead of buying new this year, ask yourself these questions: Can I borrow from someone?

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Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Maybe I’m still recovering from the Christmas shopping frenzy, but I had little desire to step into a store. February Update.

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Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Because so many people are living on incomes that cannot support their spending habits; living on borrowed money, moving money from account to account, buying, spending, hiding the bills, and eventually the ‘dog of debt’ will catch up to you and bite you right in your credit report. Buy Store Brands.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

So for 2015, I want to challenge myself and you, 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. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target or Kohl’s when I’m in that part of town.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. Return Unused Purchases.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Also, I tend to keep pieces for a long time, as I learned years ago that buying quality clothing lasts much longer than fast fashion. Since November is always a big month for sales and coupons and the beginning of the cold season, I do most of my winter clothing shopping during this month. Yes, please!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

You can often find these bags at your local grocery store for 99 cents or a dollar or two. Buy a bunch—really you can never have too many. This is much less expensive than buying the small trash bags. Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I think I have become pretty darn good at it, and I will even haggle successfully at big chain stores like Macy’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy. This works really well in clothing stores, as well as home improvement warehouses like The Home Depot and Lowe’s. Assume It’s Negotiable. Look For Imperfect Items.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Are you a ‘buy it new’ snob – one of those people who shudder at the thought of using someone else’s cast off stuff? After 10 years of not having enough money to buy new things, I found my dream job and started getting high pay. I paid hundreds for a slightly better model at Best Buy years ago.

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Buy Buying Garage Sale Garage 178

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I need spring clothes and I always find the cutest name brand tops at BJ’s at decent low prices. Have you joined the challenge?

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Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

There was very little I had to buy for my child after these showers. I got brand new clothes , a stroller, a playpen, toys, blankets, the list goes on and on. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. It turns out, quite easily.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Instead of buying new this year, ask yourself these questions: Can I borrow from someone? Can I make do with something else around my house?

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Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Thrift Store Style. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. As a recent article in CNN notes, buying secondhand clothes no longer comes with a stigma. Many shoppers are now turning to thrift stores to find fashionable items. Dining Hall.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

That being said, in-person thrift stores aren’t always ideal. Some may not have a good thrift shop in their community, while others may prefer the convenience of shopping online. Whether you hope to buy or sell items, this post will share four of our favorite apps for thrifting from the comfort of your own home.

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Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

Shopping the sale racks at your favorite store is always an option, but there are two ways to find even better deals on clothing. Thrift : I regularly stop by my favorite local thrift store and find crazy bargains. I only shop on Wednesdays, when the store has a 50% off everything sale.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2019

If medical bills aren’t enough, you’ll have to worry about strollers, car seats, changing tables, cribs, clothes… it may seem like the expenses never end. Babies grow quickly, so you might find perfectly good baby clothes that were barely used at a thrift shop. Your sister has some baby clothes her kid has outgrown.

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Saving Money Car Seats Money Mom 67

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. But, find one in a high end neighborhood, one where the store sorts through the donations to select only the best. Look for sales in neighborhoods matching the kinds of things you want to buy. If you are still reluctant to buy used, consider the below bargains.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. My sister-in-law buys dozens every Christmas from a mom who bakes for cash. However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. Return Unused Purchases.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Use paper drop cloth to wrap. If you are like me, you have old material or clothing that is no longer loved or needed. Some retail stores do still give out gift boxes for free, always check if you are buying in a brick and mortar store. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

When you love fashion and clothing as much as I do, it’s very easy to become a clothing hoarder. Since fast fashion is so prominent and stores like Zara and H&M are everywhere, we tend to buy so much, since it’s so cheap! Move onto spring and summer clothing. That’s okay, don’t get rid of it. Image source.

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Cleaning Organic Organization Thrift Stores 67

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Clothing is cheap, sewing is not. We tend to throw away clothing instead of mending it and we count on cheap overseas labor to keep manufactured clothing easily affordable. There are many crafters, clothing designers and beginning savers who sew. Easy deal and much cheaper than buying drapes at the time.

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

If you ask someone if they like to sit around and compare things; people, clothing styles, shiny cars, neighborhoods, they’ll tell you, “No, of course not, it isn’t nice to compare.” You can save tons of money over the course of the year by buying off brands, especially when stores offer deals such as buy one get one or buy 10 for $10.

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Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

They are always growing out of clothes and shoes, and it feels like your clothing money is quickly siphoned away. Thrift Shopping. With your wardrobe in mind, start with thrift stores. Thrift stores are not the dusty, smelly places of the past. Buy Classic Quality. Smart Shopping with Coupons.

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Thrifty Budgeting Budget Mom 40

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

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

I love, Love, LOVE clothes. I am a military wife and our clothing budget is Spartan, at best. About five years ago, I started thrifting. As a grad student, I had hit a few “vintage” shops but had never really looked to outfit myself or children using resale clothing. Not all thrift stores are created equal.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores Clothes Clothing 76

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

I had to part with $35 to buy one of those paint masks to even be able to apply it. I use old casual office clothes to work around the house. I have a closet full of work clothes I wore to the office for 20 years, mostly casual slacks and blouses. Now I need gardening, housework and other casual type clothing.

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Frugal Cheap Clothes Clothing 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. I was able to buy the upholstery fabric to redo it for just $50. Dealing with smaller cloth items.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 29, 2011

As I am trying to choose thrift first when it comes to purchases for my family and our home, I realized once again recently that my local, friendly thrift store rarely lets me down. Armed with a mental list of things that I needed to keep my eye open for, I headed to the store on Wednesday for the 50% off sale.

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Thrifting Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Thrift Stores 149

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Have you ever bought a pair of shoes that looked really cute in the store, but ended up sitting in your closet? 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? 19 – Shop thrifty for you clothing needs.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

Try replacing some paper products on your list with cloth and re-usable products that you probably have around the house and you will not only reduce your grocery spending, but you will also reduce your waste. Switch from paper tissues to flannel cloth hankies - Flannel is so much softer on my kids' little noses.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

Donate items : Since my son is an only child, his clothing doesn’t get a lot of heavy use. They appreciate the clothes — and the fact that they don’t have to buy them. Don’t limit yourself to the thrift stores, either. Provide a service : This is related to giving your time.

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