Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

Recycling is great for the environment and we should all be doing it (in spite of my title), but reusing is even better. 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. Two liter soda bottles.

Reuse 100

Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Last week, we cleaned and organized our pantry and food cupboards and this week, we’re going to focus on our refrigerator and freezer. By keeping our kitchens organized, menu planning will be much easier, we’ll reduce our food waste, and we’ll be less likely to buy duplicates. Discard outdated food.

Refrigerators 181

Refrigerators Cleaning Menu Planning Menu Plans 181

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2013

There are well-made reusable and washable containers, bags, drink holders, and even straws sold at places like Reuseit.com. For example, most leftover food scraps can even be composted ( other than meat, of course ) so they can be brought home if a school or workplace doesn’t do composting. Just stop using disposables.

Lunch 201

Lunch Lunches Reuse Compost 201

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Food is usually our the biggest expenditure during our vacation and thankfully our beach condo will have a kitchen. For lunch, we usually pack a cooler with food each day that we are at the beach and eat out somewhere for lunch on the one day when we need a sun-break. What Are Your Non-Food Needs? Create a Meal Plan.

Vacation 153

Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153