Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

Those affected by our recent Great Recession have had the benefits of saving reinforced as well. But, in college, I spent my summer earnings – on clothes, on a used car and on school activities. As a young mom, I saved like mad – going to garage sales, thrift stores and accepting hand me downs on toys and clothing.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Use paper drop cloth to wrap. Use those as well. If you are like me, you have old material or clothing that is no longer loved or needed. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. While I am not that thrifty, and I love prettily wrapped gifts, I don’t like to spend a bunch on wrappings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Clothing is cheap, sewing is not. We tend to throw away clothing instead of mending it and we count on cheap overseas labor to keep manufactured clothing easily affordable. There are many crafters, clothing designers and beginning savers who sew. I believe that your opportunity cost would be too great as well.

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JANUARY 20, 2019

I’ve found that many of my clothes I want to get rid of, I’ve only worn once or twice (and a few still have the tags on)! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Use shoeboxes for storage. Make your own keepsake boxes.

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JUNE 12, 2019

I’ve found that many of my clothes I want to get rid of, I’ve only worn once or twice (and a few still have the tags on)! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Use shoeboxes for storage. Make your own keepsake boxes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. So, hey, I guess I can take the tax reduction next year as well as this! However, I wait until spring and summer to buy decorations – and get them at garage sales. Winter clothes. I know I do.

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Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Researching and booking a reputable Tucson long distance moving company , like Coleman Worldwide Moving, well in advance can also save you from last-minute scrambles and ensure you get the best rates and services suited to your specific needs. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

In spite of the expense, some of the newer furniture is much less well made than older pieces. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. Our home furnishings include many cherished family heirlooms, such as an iron bed my folks bought at a sale, or the hand carved bed frame purchased by my great-grandfather.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. Get Social.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I’m guilty as well. At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? What happens when your favorite pair of leather boots starts to lose it’s soul? Many of us throw the broken or outdated item out. Few try to repair or get it repaired.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

We especially need essential stuff, like food, water, shelter, heat, clothing, defensive and offensive protection. Cradles, cribs, play pens, changing tables, strollers, high chairs, diapers, diaper bags, car seats, baby clothes and TOYS TOYS TOYS and more TOYS. Humans need stuff. We need stuff to survive. You get stuff.

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JANUARY 20, 2019

I’ve found that many of my clothes I want to get rid of, I’ve only worn once or twice (and a few still have the tags on)! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Use shoeboxes for storage. Make your own keepsake boxes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

I took at least three trunks full of “stuff” to Goodwill, I had a garage sale, and I sold things online. And then, well, like a weed that just won’t stop growing, the stuff started piling up again. Three years ago, before we moved to our current home, I decluttered. Boy, did I declutter. We loved the feeling.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 27, 2011

Well, guess what; you can. You no longer have to go to garage sales and flea markets to pick up these items. 8 Ways to Save Money on Clothes. Wouldn’t it be great if you could have a positive impact on the world around you and save some money at the same time? Just visit sites like Ebay, Amazon, and Craigslist.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Have you ever shopped at neighborhood garage sales? Well, I had to research this one as I’ve lived in the same home for 26 years now and have only changed out the paint once (repairing all those holes the kids put in the walls with their dart boards!) How often do people redo their rooms?

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 19, 2013

Curtail your future furniture expenses by purchasing a well-made convertible crib. Create your own changing station by placing the cloth-covered changing pad on top of a dresser. When your child outgrows diapers you can continue using the dresser for her clothing. Reupholster Second-Hand Furniture. Roller Shades.

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The Frugal Girl

JUNE 10, 2024

Learning how to cook well has saved us a significant amount of money, and made us healthier. I used to garage sale quite a bit for my kids’ toddler and preschool clothes but as they’ve gotten bigger and pickier I have better luck finding what they’ll wear in their size at the thrift store. New’ clothes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Peggy: Well, probably some of the same ones being espoused now (maybe our kids did pick up on some of our examples!). We shopped at garage sales, turned down the heat, combined errands to use less gas, didn’t buy a lot of prepared food, cooked at home and the like. Peggy: Well, we did everything ourselves.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Multi-pronged answer here: historically it was hard-wired in my DNA as a necessity but also being a good steward of what we’re blessed with & being able to give/help others; having enough for emergency funds was always a high priority as well. There’s always been garage sales/flea markets, library, state parks, fishing.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Brian and me at the Sears Tower Having our first child just one month after our first wedding anniversary was NOT in the plan, but so far it’s worked out well! Hosting garage sales & reselling items. Anyone who’s looking – Online Cycling Gear has some great plus-size options for men and women.

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Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

Clearance: Winter clothing, snow shovels, ski and sledding equipment. Other Items on Sale: 5 for $5 deals on bags of fruit, luggage. Other Items on Sale: Last-minute cruise deals, discounted gym memberships, end-of-fiscal-year electronics, tax discounts, and secondhand items at garage sales.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Discussing how it is easier to eat healthy when you have food stamps but once that is gone or you have “graduated” from the program, you can no longer eat as well. Well I’ll let you decide. However, retailers are anxious to get rid of winter gear to make way for spring clothing. Penge Snak!:

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