Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Reduce your dependence on fossil fuels by driving less and using public transport or walking; reduce your energy consumption by turning off lights to empty rooms and appliances at the wall; choose energy-efficient appliances and alternative power sources; change to CFL light bulbs. It’s easier to go out a buy a new one, right?

At Home 197

At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

Many of us throw the broken or outdated item out. I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without”. You can take an active role in changing our throw away society to one that produces less waste, and reduces consumerism. Few try to repair or get it repaired.

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Finally Frugal

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

First, I read about the Six Items or Less project, in which participants pledge to choose SIX items of clothing (not including undergarments, outerwear and accessories, of course) from their closets and wear only those items for an entire month. I did take some clothing to consignment shops in December (ack! This is more like it!

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Frugal Clothing and Accessories Consignment Shops Consignment 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

Most of us don’t give too much thought to where our clothes come from, often only concerned with price and style. That in and of itself isn’t necessarily bad, but many denim makers use synthetic dye which has been shown to have all sorts of toxic stuff in it. If you live in America, buy American made denim clothing.

Clothes 197

Clothes Clothing Cycle Consumerism 197