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How To Re-use Common Items

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower.

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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Why learn to sew?

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SINGER 100-Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine – $135.99

Saving With Shellie

If you’re shopping for a sewing machine, then head over to Amazon today and check out this SINGER 7258 Stylist Award-Winning 100-Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine on sale for $135.99 – regularly $299.99! This sewing machine boasts a ton of features. Or get free two day shipping with Amazon Prime.

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SINGER 100-Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine – $124.99

Saving With Shellie

If you’re shopping for a sewing machine, then head over to Amazon today and check out this SINGER 7258 Stylist Award-Winning 100-Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine on sale for $124.99 – regularly $299.99! This sewing machine boasts a ton of features. Or get free two day shipping with Amazon Prime.

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How to Make Your Own DIY Face Mask

Couponing 101

The CDC recently recommended the use of cloth face coverings in public areas as a way of reducing the spread of the virus. You can make face masks with materials you probably already have on hand, and you don’t need to know how to sew. No-Sew Face Mask. The CDC has two no-sew tutorials. Sewn Face Masks.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. If you have never attempted to make your own clothes before, or if you have little or no sewing skills, finding some good reference materials is a great place to start. Learn How to Sew.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

Family Balance Sheet

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I use this spreadsheet every year. Sell your crafts. Consider tutoring.

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