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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. Buying used is one way to increase the sustainability of your life. Are you too proud to buy used jewelry?

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How To Update Your Wardrobe For Less

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Shop Your Closet. Chances are you’ve got a few pieces tucked away at the back of your closet that could use a little rediscovering. Shop Seasonally. If you go swimsuit shopping just as the heat starts to set in, you’ll pay for it, as prices generally hit their peak when you need an item most. Go Frugal'

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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

Koupon Karen

That means you can often find gently used baby items in excellent condition for a fraction of the retail price. Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste simultaneously. You can also get creative and repurpose items.

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Save (and Make) Money By Tidying Up!

Couponing 101

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? Use shoeboxes for storage. Rather than buying Marie’s $89 box sets, you can use the random shoeboxes you just found in the bottom of your closet!

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

Couponing 101

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? Use shoeboxes for storage. Rather than buying Marie’s $89 box sets, you can use the random shoeboxes you just found in the bottom of your closet!

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A handy reference should have many clear pictures and easy-to-follow instructions in order to be of use to you. If you’re on a limited budget and a new sewing machine is out of the question, look for a used one. You can either teach yourself using how-to instruction books or DVD’s, or you can take a few lessons.

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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. Look for Used First. Plant a Garden.

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