Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 23, 2014
Growing up in the fifties made me everlastingly grateful for a number of things, such as hot running water, central air conditioning, automatic dishwashers, TV remote control, the internet, personal computers (typewriters really sucked – no backspacing!), There were no personal computers. There were no garage door openers.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 28, 2012
Most restaurant-style meals are easy to prepare at home at a fraction of the cost, and you are able to control what ingredients are included. Leave your car in the garage and carpool to work or school if you can. Next, data packages were added as cell phones turned into miniature personal computers. Finally, use technology.
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Savings Corner
DECEMBER 27, 2023
IT consulting Do you have experience with computers and other types of technology? Catering If you’re a professional chef but tired of the restaurant grind, starting a catering service is a great opportunity to strike out into the world of self-employment. Take a page from Harp Design Co.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 23, 2013
Since the celebration was a meal at the restaurant in the museum, and since our birthday girl has already seen nine decades we decided on a history theme. I already had saved up a box full of wine bottles, in hopes of selling them at my next garage sale, so we didn’t have any cash outlay for those. How I made centerpieces for $2.70
Saving Cents With Sense
JUNE 19, 2013
If you always grab lunch from a restaurant, it may be time to start packing your own. Unplugging the old computer that has its fans constantly running or the antique fridge you have in the garage can save money. If you’ve stopped going to the gym, it may be time to cancel your monthly membership.
The Frugal Girl
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
These options are usually a LOT less than nearby restaurant food. Hosting garage sales & reselling items. In the US, many grocery stores (especially in cities) will have hot or cold bars where you can grab food that can be eaten immediately, or warmed up. What frugal tips have you tried and abandoned?
Nicoles Nickels
MARCH 9, 2013
We were finally able to fit 2 cars in the garage with the Rio! The touch screen computer system was really easy to use and I didn’t need the manual for anything. I thought the Rio had a lot of power in the first gear though on the highway it took longer than I am used to with my V6 to get up to 70 miles per hour.
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