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Keep Clutter at Bay by Recognizing Where It Comes From

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I put a bag full of her creations to go out to recycling, and my husband intercepted them because he couldn’t handle throwing out her work. I have a soft spot for good sales, whether they be at the local retail store (I bought way too many Gymboree shirts for my daughter when they were on sale for $3.99) or at a garage sale.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Avoid buying cheap clothing new. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. Instead of paying for television programming, view free TV or cheap movies on Netflix (or maybe even read a real book!).

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Cost Effective and Efficient Ways to Reduce Health Risks Around Your Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Another way to ensure this could be to get used to leaving shoes in the garage or taking them off before entering the home so that they don’t track in any pesticides. Cotton fiber is another option, as using recycled denim is a popular and cost effective option to insulation.

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60+ Frugal Tips To Help You Save Money!

Saving Everyday

10 Cheap Camping Ideas – Tips for an Inexpensive Camping Trip by Thrifty Jinxy. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. Frugal Tip | Always Take A Coupon…If You Can. Basics of Couponing – A Full Series! by Thrifty Jinxy.

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60+ Frugal Tips To Help You Save Money!

Saving Everyday

10 Cheap Camping Ideas – Tips for an Inexpensive Camping Trip by Thrifty Jinxy. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. Frugal Tip | Always Take A Coupon…If You Can. Basics of Couponing – A Full Series! by Thrifty Jinxy.

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Sharing Goods to Reduce Consumption and Cut Waste

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The gross over-consumption around the world is filling our landfills and recycling bins with unnecessary waste, both toxic and benign alike. One of them kept it at their house in the garage, but each time there was a snow storm they each got their chance to use it, taking turns doing both of their driveways. Camping equipment.