Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
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.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 9, 2011
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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Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 17, 2013
I stopped by my two favorite thrift stores last week: Salvation Army & Community Aid, a local store. I cleaned out our closets a couple of weekends ago and I found that we are in need of some spring & summer clothes. Finally, spring has arrived in central PA, so I carved out some time last Wednesday to hit the thrift stores.
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. My mom makes and sells Raggedy Ann & Andy dolls.
The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
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. What’s the easiest/hardest part of being frugal? It’s fun and also horizon expanding.
Work With What You've Got
OCTOBER 8, 2010
I got this dress at a thrift store a while back and it was floor length. The thing is…I can’t sew. It was eventually suggested that maybe I costume shows using rented pieces, or thrifted. Maybe not so much with the sewing when I was costuming… But still. I wasn’t GOING to sew, see I was going to use Stitch Witch.
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 26, 2014
Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? However, there’s always stuff to sell, like outgrown, but good clothing, shoes, toys, household goods, etc. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. My mom makes and sells Raggedy Ann & Andy dolls.
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