Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

Few try to repair or get it repaired. I remember when there was a shoe repair shop on almost every corner. You could take your radio to the radio and TV repair shop down the street, but most things you could probably fix yourself. Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics?

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Business casual clothing was what it called for – meaning khaki pants and a collared shirt for the guys and the same for the girls unless they choose to wear a dress or skirt/blouse. How do you make the decision as to how much repair and maintenance to do? Still, repair is expensive and not typically covered by insurance.

2007 207

2007 North Carolina Economical Repairs 207

Koupon Karen

JANUARY 30, 2024

When it comes to furnishing your living space, investing in quality pieces that stand the test of time is both economically and environmentally prudent. Avoid silicone-based waxes, which may leave a glossy but artificial-looking finish and can be difficult to remove when reapplying wax or repairing furniture.

Furniture 52

Furniture Furnishings Buy Buying 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Often older cloth furniture retains the smells from its prior life. Furniture with cloth components can also harbor things you don’t want to even think about. If you have ever hung your clothing on a line to dry, you know that sheets dried outside generally smell wonderful! Dealing with smaller cloth items.

Re-use 100

Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Two “small” ones come to mind- my first car & first motorcycle-owned for a while, did a few small repairs & sold for what I paid. Electronics/beauty products/new furniture or household items (I’m using things left by my grandparents & living in their house, have done some changes & repairs but free/thrift is excellent).

Arkansas 181

Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 181