Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2012

Now that the holiday season is underway, it’s probably a little difficult to scale back the consumerism. You can use Etsy.com for its map that shows nearby artists and craftspeople. My son was delighted with the used sewing machine my mother bought for him. For years, my son happily used the scarf I knitted for him.

Giving 202

Giving Holiday Gifts Recycle 202

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Many of us throw the broken or outdated item out.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. Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without”. You can take an active role in changing our throw away society to one that produces less waste, and reduces consumerism. Few try to repair or get it repaired.

Repairs 214

Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2011

This week, Flexo at Consumerism Commentary shares his thoughts on this matter. Money is simply a tool, and like any tool, it can be used for either good or evil purposes. It seems that so many kids these days have no idea about personal finance and have not been taught the skills on how to manage money for the future.

Money 124

Money Personal Finance Goals Consumerism 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

According to Wikipedia, “sustainable living is a lifestyle that attempts to reduce an individual’s or society’s use of the earth’s natural resources” Lester R. Gradually, though, we are becoming aware that there are limits to which humans can use the natural resources of our planet. Definitions .

Economical 207

Economical Consumerism Green Reuse 207

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Reduce your dependence on fossil fuels by driving less and using public transport or walking; reduce your energy consumption by turning off lights to empty rooms and appliances at the wall; choose energy-efficient appliances and alternative power sources; change to CFL light bulbs. It’s easier to go out a buy a new one, right?

At Home 197

At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Most of the time I never really think about it, it’s just the word I use to describe myself when discussing my interests. But lately, this word is thrown around without much concern over how it is used, and some version of it is showing up in the advertising and marketing of goods and services that are actually anything but “environmental.”.

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Consumerism Environmental Movement Green Reuse 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

Flexo from Consumerism Commentary asks us if we should combine money with our spouses ? My husband and I did when we got married and it works well for us. Eric at Narrow Bridge tells us 5 ways we can use the 2011 payroll tax break. Canadian Finance Blog tells us how our spare change can really add up.

January 113

January Personal Finance Green And Frugal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We found a system that worked for both of us. Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? Personal Finance by the Book tells us how negotiating can put us on top. I have used this tactic in the past and it really does work. We need to use credit to have a good score.

February 113

February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Morse Code kiss : Using a Morse code chart, use long and short kisses to spell out a message to your loved one and try to have them decipher it. Play Dirty Word Scrabble : Play Scrabble with your partner using dirty words or innuendos that will act out later that night. We used Ufile last year and will use it again this year.

February 113

February Finance Personal Finance Money 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Think about everything you could use $1536 per year on. Buying Stuff You Don’t Need or Use. How often do you find yourself purging your closets and cleaning out the garage, selling or donating things that you bought on a whim and never really used? 128 per month amasses, without interest, to $1536 per year.

Budgeting 245

Budgeting Budget May Lunch 245

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. Companies Running Buy One, Donate One Programs For Those in… On Environmentalism Becoming Consumerism. So now we have a pair of blue jeans. Look for organic cotton denim.

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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

Finally Frugal

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

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. I considered joining Six Items or Less, but I really don't feel that I could create a work-appropriate wardrobe out of six items. Then I saw this: Project 333. This is more like it!

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Frugal Clothing and Accessories Consignment Shops Consignment 49