Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Speaking of the power of the sun, you should definitely line-dry your clothes more. Not only will this reduce your energy consumption, but it will also make a lot of your clothes last longer. They’ll make sure that every bit of trash is disposed of properly and sent to proper recycling facilities. Line-Dry Whenever Possible.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2013

Cloth napkins. For example, most leftover food scraps can even be composted ( other than meat, of course ) so they can be brought home if a school or workplace doesn’t do composting. Here’s all that you need: Stainless-steel or bamboo forks, knives, and spoons. Washable plates and bowls. Stainless-steel or glass straws.

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Lunch Lunches Reuse Compost 201

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Hefty EcoSave 100% Compostable 25-ct Bowls or 16 to 30-ct Plates - $2.99. Made By Design 4-pk Microfiber Cleaning Cloths - $8.99. Everspring 1-pk 85-ct 100% Recycled Facial Tissues - $1.89. Select Glad 45 to 106ct 13-gallon Trash Bags - $10.99. Gain 129-oz Liquid Fabric Softener - $9.99.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

From taking good care of your car, to properly caring for your clothing, to keeping your appliances in working order, taking care of what you already have helps it last longer. Compost kitchen waste to feed your garden. Take Care of Your Things. If you take care of what you already have, you won’t need to make as many purchases.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

Recycle – Of course you probably already know about this tip, and may have a recycling bin in your home. But there are other ways to recycle products, too. This is a biggie- because it takes recycling to the next step. You’ll save on energy costs and have naturally fresh smelling clothes! Wash Cold & Line Dry.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 18, 2016

Use compost, make your own. The Guardian’s article, How to Be a Thrifty Gardner dove to detail about making compost: “You should have about two-thirds brown stuff (carbon source) to one-third green (nitrogen). “ Recycle to fertilize. Tip # 2 – Improve your soil frugally.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

Glass or metal can last a lifetime should you wish to reuse either one and are better recycling material than plastic is. Cardboard boxes can be used over and over again before needing to be recycled. Shredded paper can be put in compost piles. Many “ broken ” items can be recycled into craft projects to do with your children.

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