Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

By spending a little more on garden tools, we have higher quality items that don’t break as we use them. This philosophy works for shoes, furniture, and many other items. I’d rather leave on my own terms, and I’d rather be in a position use my time more efficiently — and maybe get a little extra sleep.

Public Transit 215

Public Transit Money Tickets Consumerism 215

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

Many of us throw the broken or outdated item out. I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. I remember when there was a shoe repair shop on almost every corner. Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without”. Few try to repair or get it repaired. I’m guilty as well.

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Finally Frugal

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

I'm embarrassed to admit that there are clothes and shoes in each of my three bedroom closets, and I STILL feel as if I don't have anything to wear! I already use about 20% of what is in my closet, and a project like this could help me to cull the items that are simply taking up space. Then I saw this: Project 333.

Frugal 49

Frugal Clothing and Accessories Consignment Shops Consignment 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

That in and of itself isn’t necessarily bad, but many denim makers use synthetic dye which has been shown to have all sorts of toxic stuff in it. We spend a lot on shoes and other things in life, yet we avoid spending on denim – even though that’s what most of us wear every day. A $20 pair? Go Green'

Clothes 197

Clothes Clothing Cycle Consumerism 197

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 24, 2012

The consumerism of the current financial climate drives us to acquire more and more ‘stuff’, whether we really need it or not. Over-spending has become a way of life, cheered on by financial institutions and credit card companies, who want us to spend up big so they can earn ever more interest, at our expense.

Money 213

Money Activism Credit Debt 213