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Frugal Fall DIY: Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin

Saving Cents With Sense

Frugal Fall DIY: Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin. Green ribbon or green scrap fabric. Using your green ribbon or scrap fabric, tie the pillowcase closed. Begin accenting the green ribbon or scrap fabric with the raffia. Your pillowcase pumpkin can be displayed on a porch bench, on your stairs, even on your couch!

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Save Money: Buy These 7 Items Used

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When we bought couches shortly after our marriage, we bought used. When we bought couches shortly after our marriage, we bought used. We were able to get a great deal on older couches that were very well-built. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used. My husband and I purchased refurbished computers.

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Finding Discount Codes and Why You Should Use Coupons

Koupon Karen

But beyond just minimizing transaction totals or stretching budgets further, coupon utilization also intersects with community connection, creativity, green living benefits, and elevating financial wellness over time. What Are Discount Codes? Some discounts require meeting minimum order value thresholds, too.

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Want to Save Money? Work with What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you have a couch that is still in serviceable condition but is no longer stylish, consider getting it reupholstered or even using a well fitting cover. In the summer months, this manifested into a mop of fuzz. For years I hated my hair and did anything I could to straighten it. Work with What You Have in Your Home. Consider your house.

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4 Gentle Workout Ideas to Get You Moving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When many people picture exercise, they usually picture lifting weights at the gym, going for a run, or fitness bootcamp. These are all great and valid ways of exercising and getting in a good workout, but they are not the only ways to get in shape and stay fit. Yoga can be a great way of staying fit for somebody who has injuries or asthma.

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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We have bought a few pieces of furniture new such as our couch. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” Kitchen Appliances. Electronics.

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P.E.P for the Week of February 28-March 4/11- Spending Time With Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Tomorrow, my hubby and I are headed to Vancouver to visit my Grandfather and his wife. This trip is very important because I have not seen my grandfather in 10 years, a whole decade! I used to visit him every winter break in school but then some family dynamics got in the way. We lost touch for quite a few years. We were finally talking again.

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