Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

Chances are you’ve got a few pieces tucked away at the back of your closet that could use a little rediscovering. If you have an uneasiness when it comes to “used” clothing, know that there are many different tiers of second hand stores. If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 8, 2016

Find Back to School Clothes for Less. Back to School Clothes for Less – Whether your child is in school uniforms or traditional clothing for school, you are probably looking for ways to get back to school for less. Instead, take a look at some great tips for how to find back to school clothes for less.

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For the Mommas

APRIL 19, 2011

swapping credit. This credit can be use towards your first swap of kids clothes, toys, or books listed by other moms. With the credit, your first swap will cost only $2. Swapping Credit From threadUP is a post from: For The Mommas - Save Money with Coupons, Freebies, Steals &Deals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

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. You probably will find clothes that you had forgotten you even had; I certainly did! You’ll need to be able to sort clothing into piles according to what you find.

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Work With What You've Got

AUGUST 18, 2009

Tina and I are thinking of setting up a Dallas clothing, accessories and shoe swap for the ladies. We are aiming for FREE because we think charging goes against the principal of a swap. You bring gently used items and you trade with other girls. Tags: Swap Dallas. Items left after that will be given to Goodwill.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2021

If you are someone that likes to put up Christmas lights, you can look for eco-friendly battery-powered lights to save on electricity or just don’t use so much. . Don’t use a tumble dryer. Tumble dryers are very useful in the winter, but if you have heating and enough space, you should think about ditching the tumble dryer.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2014

While I grew up using paper napkins and towels, we only used paper plates when we were on a picnic. I was surprised to learn that many families use these at every meal rather than real plates so they have fewer dishes to do. In fact, the Duggars of TLC’s Nineteen Kids and Counting use paper plates for every single meal.

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Work With What You've Got

OCTOBER 19, 2009

*All New Posts for this week (Oct 19-23) will appear UNDER this announcment, so scroll down for updates* What: A fashion swap for all Dallas areas ladies. What to bring: Gently used clothing, accessories and shoes What else to bring: If possible, we encourage you to bring a snack or drink to share. Tags: Dallas Swap.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Wear your fanciest clothes. Use the good table cloth–it can always be washed. Host a Cookie Swap. Gather your friends and neighbors together to have a cookie swap. Everyone brings cookies to swap and to enjoy at the party, along with hot chocolate and your favorite snacks. Indoor Picnic.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Have you noticed that no two activities seem to use the same equipment? Find a clean dry spot to store what is no longer being used, making sure it is clean and in good condition before you put it away, so it’s ready to be passed on to another child. Offer to pay but many people are happy that someone can use what they no longer need.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 27, 2024

I use Bitdefender for both internet security and a VPN. Swapping city secrets with locals - This sort of ties in with #10, but also #5. I'm especially partial to compression cubes, because it makes my small cube of clothes even more compact. It also enables me to keep my connection private on the free wifi connections.

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 30, 2013

You probably have a few ideas about how to dispose of old clothes. Besides selling, swapping or donating them, Recyclebank has a few new alternatives. This site uses affiliate links. More new Recyclebank points are available! Updating your wardrobe? Learn more and earn 10 Recyclebank Points! What is Recyclebank ?

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Use the bits and pieces of Halloween past to create new costumes for this year. Find ways to use the costumes you already have and transform them into new pieces. Dollar stores have tons of accessories you can use this Halloween such as wings, glasses, make up, boas, tiaras, costume jewelry and more. Swap with friends.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 6, 2009

Recycling your clothing, shopping at thrift stores, and reselling your old items are to SAVE GREEN!!! Recycling/Swapping Clothing It's time for spring cleaning and what better way to get rid of old clothing and start a new, than selling or recycling what you already have. Here are some tips and ways to Go Green.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2014

I use my car a lot more often in the spring and summer, as we go camping, on road trips, and just start to explore the area in which we live. If you put winter tires on your car for the colder weather, now is the time to get them swapped out for your all-seasons or all-terrain tires. Checking Fluids.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 10, 2013

But you don’t have to break your budget on clothes, especially with these easy tips to help you save on school uniforms. Many times it is just the items that will have the patch, or logo, on the clothing that needs to be bought from the shop. Use Coupons and Cash Back Incentives. This site uses affiliate links.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 21, 2011

Rue La La – The Earth Day at Home boutique has Organic Cotton Bath Towels, Wash Cloths, and Bath Mats for as little as $5.85 Swapping Credit. When you use this credit towards your first swap you can get a box of children’s clothes for as little as $2! While supplies last.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 16, 2011

I found that it was easy for me to swap from plastic or paper grocery bags to reusable canvas ones. Adjust the thermostat : To reduce my use of energy and lower my bill, two benefits due to one action, I’m trying to make a point of lowering my heating temperature in the winter, and turning it up in the summer.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. Swap with another family who could use a date night too. We used to live near a trail that was very shaded and had picnic tables along the path.

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Nicoles Nickels

MAY 16, 2012

With Pinypon, girls can swap outfits, accessories, hairstyles and even faces to create their own special friend. The distinctive play pattern not only enables girls to dress Pinypon using fashionable clothing, but they can spin the head around for an alternative personality. Giveaway ends at 12:01 am on Tuesday, May 22, 2012.

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Work With What You've Got

JANUARY 18, 2011

But this is so easy to use. I can use it to freshen up my daily outfits, but it is also going to be wonderful for making the clothes I bring for Fridays’ swap look much nicer so that someone else can take them home and love them. Wrinkly sad looking clothes are never good news at a swap! Easy Peasy.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 23, 2013

They are so cute and colorful and she comes up with some fun pretend play using them! Welcome to the world of Pinypon, a mini-dolls world inhabited by independent and modern girls, who love fashion and clothes, animals, traveling and nature. You can swap everything! Try on new outfits using the “magic” mirror!

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 29, 2012

Come Join Us Tomorrow Night! Use Coupon Code HALFOFF to get tickets for just $6! You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank! And finally, be sure you come early for a Coupon Swap. Bring any coupons you don’t need and trade them with people who will use them.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Use coupon code MENS25 (expires today, 11/10) on select Men’s Apparel. each) If you are a Kohl’s Cardholder swap the 15% off Your Entire Purchase coupon code for FALL20 to save and additional 20% off your entire purchase! Deals Around Town Clothing Dad Holiday Kids Retail Coupons Toys'

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 16, 2012

Feel like you spend MORE money at the grocery stores when you use coupons? You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank! And finally, be sure you come early for a Coupon Swap. Bring any coupons you don’t need and trade them with people who will use them.

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 19, 2012

Feel like you spend MORE money at the grocery stores when you use coupons? You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank! And finally, be sure you come early for a Coupon Swap. Bring any coupons you don’t need and trade them with people who will use them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2012

Already swapped out paper towels for cloth rags? Buy a bottle and mix up a solution of half vinegar and half water, and voila – you have an all-purpose cleaner that you can use almost anywhere and will last for months. Do you always have your reusable bags at the ready for your next shopping trip?

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 29, 2012

Come Join Us Tomorrow Night! Use Coupon Code HALFOFF to get tickets for just $6! You’ll be able to get all the clothes and supplies you need without breaking the bank! And finally, be sure you come early for a Coupon Swap. Bring any coupons you don’t need and trade them with people who will use them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2013

It used to be believed that for exercise to be of any benefit, it had to be done in blocks of at least 30 to 45 minutes. This makes clothes shopping so much easier, faster and cheaper as you know what to look for and what to avoid. As well as managing your weight, you need to be physically fit to look hot.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

Today I’m participating in the Ultimate Blog Swap. The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. Setting up sinking funds and using them are two separate things, though. Bank Your Savings.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Now go through the list and really ask yourself if you use or need all of it. If you’re not using it, cancel it today and redirect that monthly money into your emergency savings. However, if you do use it , ask your gym if they swap volunteer hours for a free membership. Add it up to get a total.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. Swap with another family who could use a date night too. We used to live near a trail that was very shaded and had picnic tables along the path.My

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Learning how to use coupons and rebate apps as well as shopping on strategic days in order to maximize your savings is an excellent way to save money. Any mom knows that kids get sick of toys and grow out of clothes pretty darn quickly. Become a Savvy Shopper. Many moms feel as if there is a stigma surrounding buying items secondhand.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Now you can nano-size your very own P-51 Mustang, the fighter-bomber most notably used during World War II and the Korean War. Use a thermometer and learn about heat and temperature while boiling sugar. Product Name: Skylanders Swap Force. Skylanders Swap Force is the original game that brings action figures to life!

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Use leftover cereal as ice cream toppings. With Your Neighbors: Rally your friends and families together and have a huge clothes and shoes swap. Don’t use TV’s, games, or computers. Consider making a homemade card for someone’s birthday, or save old greeting cards and cut up to use as gift tags.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 4, 2013

Make freeze pops at home using fruit juice, ice cube trays, and toothpicks. Gather old costumes and clothes and have a funky fashion show. Go to a plant swap. This site uses affiliate links. Take a picnic dinner to the beach after 5 p.m. which is when most stop charging admission. Just call ahead and ask.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2016

Make freeze pops at home using fruit juice, ice cube trays, and toothpicks. Gather old costumes and clothes and have a funky fashion show. Go to a plant swap. This site uses affiliate links. Take a picnic dinner to the beach after 5 p.m. which is when most stop charging admission. Just call ahead and ask.

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