Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. This little baby worked great, especially on summer days when I didn’t want to heat up the whole kitchen by running the regular oven. The spinning wheel doesn’t work really; I have to rotate the bowl with my hand, but I can’t complain considering the price.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

Before you buy new, consider whether or not you can save money — and the earth — by purchasing the following items used: Electronics. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used. We bought a lot of our son’s onesies and other items (including a crib) at a consignment shop. Go Frugal'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I always use the example of big ticket items like furniture and electronics. Whenever I go into a furniture store I will immediately ask the sales associate what is the best price he/she could give me on whatever item I’m interested in. ” In my experience this type of haggling will work 70% off the time.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Shop with a List. If you find yourself throwing out a lot of food, you can remedy the problem by shopping with a list. Create a meal plan for the week, and base your grocery shopping list on what you will actually eat during the week. When Buying Electronics, Choose Rechargeable Items.

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

The only drawback to using grocery bags is that they are not insulated, so if you need to keep something cold, they are not going to work. Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. Trash Bags Plastic grocery bags are the perfect size for your small trashcans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

How about when a lamp stops working? I give away perfectly good electronics because they are ‘out of date’ – they don’t work with new software. I give away perfectly good electronics because they are ‘out of date’ – they don’t work with new software. I’m guilty as well.

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

Invest in reusable containers with lids to store leftovers. Take them to work in your brown bag lunch, or choose one night a week as, “raid the fridge night” You’ll appreciate the night off from cooking. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org.

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