Clothes Garage Sale Kids and Family Thrift Stores 
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. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. My best finds.
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.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 19, 2014
I had three baby showers when I was pregnant for my son–one from each side of the family and one from my co-workers. I got brand new clothes , a stroller, a playpen, toys, blankets, the list goes on and on. All those items got plenty of use as all three of my kids used them. We Love to Spend Money on Our Children.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
We especially need essential stuff, like food, water, shelter, heat, clothing, defensive and offensive protection. But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations.
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. Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. The post 3 Tried-and-True Tips for a Frugal Family appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. All rights reserved.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 17, 2013
I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. Dad was a WWII generation kid who grew up on a farm in the Mid-west. At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
Many seamstresses lived on the charity of family and friends in addition to their pay. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Clothing is cheap, sewing is not. There are many crafters, clothing designers and beginning savers who sew.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
100 
Let's personalize your content