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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Clothing is cheap, sewing is not.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Learn How to Sew. Getting Started.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. It’s not for the faint of heart though, but if you can tolerate blood and needles, then it might be an easy way for you to earn extra cash.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. 10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas. What skills do you have that you can offer or teach to make extra money? Have a Virtual Yard Sale.

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Fifty About Me

The Coupon Game

What are your favorite clothes? Sewing, knitting, cross-stitch, singing, baking. Favorite place to eat? Macaroni Grill, Panera Bread 10. Favorite dressing? Balsamic Vinaigrette 11. What kind of vehicle do you drive? Dodge Grand Caravan 12. Jeans & a cozy Sweater - Yoga pants are high up there too! Cup 1/2 empty or 1/2 full?

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Meet a Reader | AF in Virginia

The Frugal Girl

My hobbies include hiking/walking/running outside, reading, museums, and listening to music. Sewing holes in clothes, using up leftovers before they go bad, finding free activities for my little on the weekends, checking buy nothing or marketplace before purchasing- I am always just looking for ways to spend money.

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Hottest Amazon Deals 12/15: Philips, Samsung, Star Wars & More!

For the Mommas

Up to 60% Off Star Wars Clothing, Toys & More. 9:40 am EST: SINGER 2277 Tradition Sewing Machine with Automatic Needle Threader. 9:40 am EST: Brother ScanNCut CM100DM Home and Hobby Cutting Machine with a Built-in Scanner. 50-70% Off Nautica Baby Clothing. 50% or More Off The Children’s Place Clothing.

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