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%). I love to shop garage sales. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting.

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College Money Personal Finance Student 192

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I remember when there was a shoe repair shop on almost every corner. At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? Remember when trade schools abounded and more folks went to them than to college? I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t.

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. Use retired handbags, shoes or china serving dishes as one-of-a-kind plant holders. Related posts: 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Furniture 255

Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

Other Items on Sale: Last-minute cruise deals, discounted gym memberships, end-of-fiscal-year electronics, tax discounts, and secondhand items at garage sales. May starts Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day and ends with Memorial Day—a weekend that’s become a shopping sales bonanza. and this is my favorite Boo month!

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Flowers and Plants Cinco De Mayo Buy Buying 100