Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. I look for the neighborhood sales, which are usually either in spring or fall.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations. But, they have to get rid of some stuff to make room for the stuff they inherit from family.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. Family hand me downs and heirloom furniture can also save you money. Ways to save on furniture.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written and provided by Martha Keagan who has family who lives in San Francisco apartments. This post was written with her family in mind to create ways to liven up their apartment. Are you getting ready to move into an apartment? Look for pieces that have a solid construction overall.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Perhaps you recently inherited an heirloom antique from a family member (like that old love seat from the 1900’s), or maybe it is a chair you bought when you married and it has sentimental value. Maybe it is just something you found at a sale that doesn’t quite match your decor. My experience.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Tips For Furnishing an Apartment Cheaply by Ann’s Entitled Life. 10 Tips for getting Family Travel Deals by Pays2Save. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. Five Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund FAST! by Melissa’s Bargains. 52 Week Money Saving Challenge | Save $1378 In 2014.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Tips For Furnishing an Apartment Cheaply by Ann’s Entitled Life. 10 Tips for getting Family Travel Deals by Pays2Save. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. Five Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund FAST! by Melissa’s Bargains. 52 Week Money Saving Challenge | Save $1378 In 2014.

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