Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

I’m sure you’ve heard: household debt is on the rise and consumerism is everywhere. Our society is so set on consumerism and having the latest and greatest of everything that many people are willing to go into debt to ensure they can have it all. My experiences with debt have been 100% negative. Your Emotional Health.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. You can take an active role in changing our throw away society to one that produces less waste, and reduces consumerism. The first actual Repair Cafe in America was started by Peter Skinner (a Silicon Valley CEO) in Palo Alto CA as a non profit organization.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Children are constantly being bombarded by advertising for the newest and latest ‘thing’ and are being swept along by the aggressive consumerism of our times. Look for organizations that have helpfulness and community service as part of their activities, such as youth groups, Scouts and Guides.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Consider the household products you buy – reduce the toxic chemicals in your home and improve the health of your family and the planet. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation. Source organic produce; you might pay more but you will appreciate the great taste and nutrition.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Organic cotton disposables from Huggies. Not only do they still get thrown away, but now organic cotton is being harvested to make something that gets used just a single time. No one person or small family needs four bathrooms, five televisions, multiple cars, a vacation home, and an RV. Disposable diapers. Simplify, simplify.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

Denim, which, according to Wikipedia comes from “the name of a sturdy fabric called serge, originally made in Nîmes , France, by the André family,” is a cotton twill textile woven into a rugged fabric we make into jeans and other denim clothing. Look for organic cotton denim. Go Green'

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