Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

Buying used clothes can be a great way to save money, especially if you have rapidly growing children. It can get very expensive if you have to buy new clothes every six months for a child who is growing rapidly. You can defray some of your clothing costs by shopping for deals at used clothing stores or thrift stores.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First. 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. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store?

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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? The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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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. Instead of buying new this year, ask yourself these questions: Can I borrow from someone? The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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The Frugal Girl

OCTOBER 2, 2023

I suppose matching sets are rather common, though; I mean, you buy sets of dishes and sets of silverware. You buy 12 of the same placemats, and 6 of the same bath towels. My silverware collection is similarly mixed-up, because I have some from the Buy Nothing Group and some from the abandoned house.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Thrift shopping is making a comeback and we are loving it! 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. Why Buy Secondhand? Favorite Thrift Shopping Apps.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

I love to buy things second hand. 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. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.”

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Birmingham Bargain Mom

MARCH 7, 2012

This is a good reason to shop at thrift stores.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Instead of buying gallons of iced tea at the store which can cost about $2.50 I also use rinse-ad that I buy at BJ’s when it’s Buy One Get One Free. Thrifty Finds in February: I try to hit up my favorite thrift store at least once a month. I keep a list of things to look when thrifting.

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The Frugal Girl

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

I’ve been faithfully packing my lunches My building at the college has an in-house Chick Fil A, and in my two years of attending classes there, I’ve managed to not buy food there at all. We fixed Zoe’s skirt with scissors She’d thrifted this checked skirt, which had a sort of odd belt thing at the bottom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2012

For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. Thrift Stores Some people think thrift stores are inherently dirty, but this is often not the case. Clothes are brought to the store by people who no longer want or need them, and they are inspected (often laundered) and displayed in the store.

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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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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2014

With my list, I went to my favorite thrift store to see what I could find. What I’m still looking for at the thrift stores: shorts. I’m very particular about what I buy at the thrift stores. The smiley face t-shirt in the picture still had store tags on it. Thrifting'

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

I tried a thrift store first, but came up dry. Bonus: I did not buy a wasp nest For some strange reason, someone is selling a wasp nest for $200 on Facebook Marketplace. Bonus: I did not buy a wasp nest For some strange reason, someone is selling a wasp nest for $200 on Facebook Marketplace. Then I went to T.J.

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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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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

My wedding dress, thrifted! It’s not hard for me (anymore) to avoid expensive stores or fast fashion sites such as Shein and Temu, and instead shop at thrift stores or use my local BuyNothing group. I live in the Midwest with my fiancé (soon to be husband in March!), I mostly work remotely which is very, very nice.

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Friends And Family Sale Library College Cars 190

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. All things Christmas.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

About five years ago, I started thrifting. My husband now teases me that I am the Indiana Jones of thrifting. Successful thrifting takes a little effort. Try these tips for a better thrifting experience. :: Don’t go in a rush and leave the kids at home (if you can). but I prioritize the needs first. :: Find “Your” store.

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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. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

Another, very important frugal win, my very frugal husband who’s a natural saver and set us up for success by buying his first house (a foreclosed property) at 28. I can’t resist buying them high-quality, special presents for their birthdays and adoption day celebrations. I dread the day we need to buy a new vehicle.

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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. Don’t know how to cook?

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. We found a guy who buys appliances from bank foreclosures and resells them. April’s Thrift Store Finds. My next stop was my favorite thrift store, Community Aid. The big hitters this month saved us about $500.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

After going through the process, you will have lots more room so you will be able to see exactly what you have and will avoid the mistake of buying something you already own. Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Sewing holes in clothes, using up leftovers before they go bad, finding free activities for my little on the weekends, checking buy nothing or marketplace before purchasing- I am always just looking for ways to spend money. The easiest part – it comes naturally to me at this point. It’s fun and also horizon expanding.

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. Rather, it's about making choices that align with your values. For example, you need not go for expensive brands and the latest trends whenever you shop.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. Do you buy it or make it at home? I’ve had mine since the early 90′s as you can probably tell by its decor. As I said, I love my iced tea with herbal simple syrup. I also use the syrup in adult beverages.

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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. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Thrift Store Style. Thrift stores, on the other hand, offer affordable, stylish clothing. 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. Dining Hall.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Unfortunately, many of us head out to the grocery stores armed with nothing but our credit card and a rough idea of what we need. Bad spending habits when grocery shopping often opens up the door to lots of impulse purchase buying—things that you may end up not needing or using until they go bad. Do you get what I mean?

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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 is the notion that the more you buy, the bigger the discount you should ask for. So haggling for a better price was born out of necessity. Assume It’s Negotiable.

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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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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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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. Crew, Gap, and Limited.

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JUNE 11, 2019

Babies grow quickly, so you might find perfectly good baby clothes that were barely used at a thrift shop. Plus, some recalled car seats might slip through into thrift stores. Because of the safety component, it’s usually best to buy safety items like car seats new from a reliable retailer. Embrace Hand-Me-Downs.

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Couponing 101

MAY 29, 2019

Buy Out of Season. Buy Used Clothing. You can find used children’s clothing at thrift stores, garage sales, or online via Facebook Marketplace or eBay. But you don’t have to empty your kids’ college funds to keep them decked out in the latest fashions.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. Do you buy the refills or do you make your own? This post is linked to Follow Our Thrift. It’s working like a charm…if that is the right word to describe vacuuming. Do you use a Swiffer?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

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. Three years ago, I bought a bag of new holiday ribbons that would have cost me upwards of $50 if I had purchased them from a retail store.

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