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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. Go Frugal'

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How To Update Your Wardrobe For Less

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Take your smartphone with you on your next shopping venture so you can google discounts and search price comparisons in the store. Shop the Discount Chains. If you have an uneasiness when it comes to “used” clothing, know that there are many different tiers of second hand stores. Go Frugal'

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

Koupon Karen

Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste simultaneously. Not only will you save money, but you’ll also have a handmade item to cherish. Look for Deals and Sales Don’t forget to shop around for the best deals and sales.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Head to your local library, fabric or craft store, or bookstore and look for a how-to book on sewing. You might be able to find one at a consignment shop, a sewing machine repair shop, or ask relatives or friends if they have one that you could either buy or borrow. Related posts: 8 Ways to Save Money on Clothes.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up!

Couponing 101

Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing. I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! ” Can some of them be sold at a consignment shop or on Facebook Marketplace? Sell some of the items.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up with Marie Kondo’s KonMari Method!

Couponing 101

Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing. I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! ” Can some of them be sold at a consignment shop or on Facebook Marketplace? Sell some of the items.

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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many stores are perfectly willing to let you bring in your own reusable grocery bags. It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! Look for a consignment shop in town, visit Freecycle web site, or check the Classifieds before you go to the store to buy new. Bring Your Own Grocery Bags.

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