Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. If you keep your head and are persistent, you can find many things you want or need, all in near perfect condition, for a fraction of the cost with NO TAXES due. I love a bargain.

Garage Sale 100

Garage Sale Garage Finds Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

We get desperate to find gifts for everyone on the list. Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. There are still more ‘me’ gifts I’d like to buy, but I’ve managed to hold off so far. Winter clothes. I know I do. Other tips.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Learn to hem and patch and sew on buttons to repair minor issues with clothing. Learn how to remove spots and do it as soon as the clothing gets dirty. Buy good clothing, used. Avoid buying cheap clothing new. Pass down serviceable clothing from child to child. Use up your food. Plan uses for your leftovers.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

Other Items on Sale: Tea, bedding during Winter White Sales, calendars, discount gift cards. Valentine’s Day: Boxed and bar chocolate, lubricants & KY jelly, perfume, cards, stuffed animals, gift sets, wine/sparkling cider, candles. Clearance: Winter clothing, snow shovels, ski and sledding equipment.

Flowers and Plants 100

Flowers and Plants Cinco De Mayo Buy Buying 100