Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

It’s also one of the places in our home where we often inadvertently spend too much money. Most people will read this, and think “yeah, there are a lot of ways to save money on food…” While there are many good tips about how to save on your groceries that’s not the only place where we spend too much money in the kitchen.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 2, 2012

Electronics TVs, mobile phones, computer paraphernalia, laptops, cameras and other gadgets can be sold as used or even broken. Many people have old electronics lying around the house that are deemed useless, but they can be a good source of extra cash. Numerous websites are dedicated to buying these used electronics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 28, 2014

If you’re frugal, you’ll likely take steps to save money such as not using disposable products like paper napkins and paper towels. You’ll reuse items to avoid buying new ones, which keep more items out of the landfills. Of course, this makes sense. My grandma was one of the greenest people I knew.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. When Buying Electronics, Choose Rechargeable Items. A meal plan can be one of the best ways to avoid last-minute takeout runs, as well as ensure that you have a way to use the food you buy. Preserve Some of Your Food. Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

The added plants will help with the air quality around your home, and you’ll save money by growing your own food. Smart plugs can help you reduce the “energy vampirism” of your electronics. Six Ways to Reuse Your Plastic Grocery Bags 7 Ways to Go Green for Under $7.00 Replace Some of Your Light Bulbs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

And while there are many individuals and groups working to make that a reality, it’s a rather difficult achievement because of the way we have set our society up to be one of convenience and disposability rather than reuse. Reuse Everything Glass jars make great water bottles at home. Shredded paper can be put in compost piles.

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