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Should you wash your clothes inside out?

The Frugal Girl

Should you wash your clothes inside out? We frugal people are very interested in making our clothes last as long as possible, so I thought you’d like this Lifehacker article about the pros and cons of washing your clothing inside out. The post Should you wash your clothes inside out? Not too much.

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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Toaster Oven I bought a toaster oven at a garage sale for $2. 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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5 Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas for Busy Weekday Mornings

Family Balance Sheet

In the morning, I wrap the muffins in a cloth napkin (or paper towel) and microwave for 15-25 seconds or until the are warmed all the way through. In the morning, I pop them in the toaster. I like the crunchiness from the toaster, but if you prefer, you could heat in the microwave. In the mornings, I pop in the toaster.

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Macy’s Black Friday in July Sale: Extra 10%-25% off

For the Mommas

Hurry over to Macy’s where you can score some amazing deals on clothing, home, beauty, kitchen & more in the Black Friday in July Sale. Here are a few recommendations: Bella 4-Slice Stainless Steel Toaster Oven ONLY $19.99 (Reg $45). This offers is valid thru 7/13/19.

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16 Ways To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Line dry your clothes. Plus, clothes smell better when dried outside! Cook with a toaster oven or microwave. Wear less clothing. Do the opposite in the summer so you can keep your thermostat set a degree or two higher, and make sure the clothing you do wear is lighter in color to reflect some of the sun’s rays.

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Kmart – Small Appliances As Low Sale

For the Mommas

Proctor Silex Clothing Iron $4.99. Proctor Silex 2-Slice Toaster (White) $4.99. Select free in-store pickup to save on shipping. Thanks Corwin. Proctor Silex 5-speed Hand Mixer $4.99. Proctor Silex Tall Electric Can Opener $4.99. Bella’s X Large Electric Non-Stick Griddle $9.99. 101 Deals of Christmas Kmart Store Deals'

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“Energy Efficient” Could Be Worse for the Environment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

But perhaps the most compelling reason against splurging on that new toaster-oven is the raw material involved in manufacturing it. If you buy it, you’ve just cost the environment twice the materials—those needed for your old toaster, which still works just fine, and what went into the new one.