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Choose Thrift First – April Meeting

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But we’re also in the market to replace our living room couch that is falling apart. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? Start keeping a list of needs with you for your thrift store trips. The Choose Thrift First Challenge. I can’t wait to see how much we will save in 2015.

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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. Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics.

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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not only do I save a significant amount of money, but I also keep those still useable items out of the landfill. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” Buying used isn’t just for those who want to save money. Electronics.

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Frugal Fall DIY: Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin

Saving Cents With Sense

You can peruse your local thrift stores for one as we did, or find them for just a few dollars at your local retail store. Your pillowcase pumpkin can be displayed on a porch bench, on your stairs, even on your couch! ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. . Easy Pillowcase Pumpkin.

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Have a Mindful March!

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To save time, I rotate from a list of recipes that can be prepared quickly, but it’s time to mix it up and find some new ideas. I had plans for us to go to an outdoor IceFest, however, some cold/bug hit my house and we spent much of February lounging on the couch watching Netflix. 5 – Find Extra Cash. How much cash can you find?

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