Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

These tips on how to save money by greening your wardrobe will really help you to keep those extra dollars in your pocket. Before you can even start to think about how you would go about greening your wardrobe, you need to know where you stand, clothes wise, right now at this moment.

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Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. About half of my children’s clothing is bought used, and about 75% of my husband’s and my clothing is used. Rather than spending money buying clothes in a new size every few months, I bought at garage sales and thrift stores.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

Take your smartphone with you on your next shopping venture so you can google discounts and search price comparisons in the store. Take your smartphone with you on your next shopping venture so you can google discounts and search price comparisons in the store. Shop Your Closet. Mix and match what you already own. Shop Seasonally.

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Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

Much of the time, baby clothes aren’t used harshly — especially newborn and early infant clothing. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used.

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Saving Money Money Used Buy 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

I got brand new clothes , a stroller, a playpen, toys, blankets, the list goes on and on. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. Garlick got all of her children’s clothes and gear from friends, family, and sites like Freecycle.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Spending our precious and all too limited time searching online and in stores. Sure I knew about the ‘White sales’ – the ones stores used to have in January on sheets and towels and such, but I really hadn’t a clue that there is a best time to buy many other things! Winter clothes. I know I do. Other tips.

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Buy Buying Consignment Shops TVs 223

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. You won’t need to make as many trips to the store if you make it a point to maintain what you already have. Nor is it healthy. Shop with a List.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278