Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 2, 2014

Although kids will need new pairs each year, most adults have stopped growing and could keep their good pairs for multiple years. Growing up in the 1950′s, people judged you by the state of your shoes. Shoes were re-dyed, re-heeled, re-soled, fixed and worn as long as possible. Shoes are expensive.

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Shoes Saving Money Making Money 170

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

And then, well, like a weed that just won’t stop growing, the stuff started piling up again. How does the stuff take over even when you’re trying to manage it? If you’re afraid buying something when you need it will cost more, you’re probably right. We loved the feeling.

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Home Re-use Painting Garage Sale 189

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 28, 2019

This is one of the areas you likely use every day, so why not start here? If you don’t like wasting products, you might save them to use down the road. Bacteria can grow on used makeup over time, which could lead to irritation or other issues. Otherwise, try to remember when you started using the product.

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Makeup Organic Organization Good Housekeeping 53

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Rail trails are old railway lines that have been converted to multi-use paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, and/or light motorized traffic. Unless you’re a member of a tennis club, hitting the tennis courts is usually free. Build, Grow, Craft & Read. Out & About. Head to the Rail Trails.

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Activism Budgeting Budget Amusement Park 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. I cut a heavy blue plastic trash bag into triangles, stapled them over a rope and hung the rope across the driveway to block those drivers from using it.

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Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 18, 2016

They are always growing out of clothes and shoes, and it feels like your clothing money is quickly siphoned away. Many people donate their clothing they no longer wear or need, which often include name-brands. If you shop at the department store, make sure you’re cruising for end of season deals. All rights reserved.

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Thrifty Budgeting Budget Mom 40

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Kidfresh offers time-tested kid favorite entrees with 100% natural ingredients, blended vegetables and key nutrients for growing children – ready in 3 minutes. I tried them all as well and they tasted good – he loved them and so we’re all happy. To learn more, visit www.kidfresh.com.” It’s definitely a win-win!

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Giveaway United States Kids and Family Parenting 72