Couponing 101
MAY 29, 2019
But you don’t have to empty your kids’ college funds to keep them decked out in the latest fashions. With these four simple strategies, you can save a ton of money on children’s clothes. Retailers discount out-of-season clothing, and these discounts can be substantial. Buy Used Clothing.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 2, 2011
According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. Get Social.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 23, 2017
As baby grows, we might turn back into fiendish savers – trying to get that retirement fund or college fund built up. But, in college, I spent my summer earnings – on clothes, on a used car and on school activities. Over my life, I have been primarily a saver.
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. For instance, in college, I was invited to a formal dance occasion.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
We especially need essential stuff, like food, water, shelter, heat, clothing, defensive and offensive protection. Cradles, cribs, play pens, changing tables, strollers, high chairs, diapers, diaper bags, car seats, baby clothes and TOYS TOYS TOYS and more TOYS. Humans need stuff. We need stuff to survive.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 17, 2013
At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? Remember when trade schools abounded and more folks went to them than to college? He was a trained radio and TV repairman, when those had tubes. I wish he was still around. When did we become a throwaway society?
Saving Cents With Sense
MARCH 8, 2013
If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. You can find lightly used clothes and toys at garage sales or thrift stores to save as much as 90 percent off retail, according to LivingOnADime.com, a site dedicated to frugal living. Hire Students.
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