Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

From using espaliering to grow apple trees in a container, to herbs, to a variety of vegetables , it’s possible to transform a small space into an effective container garden. Container gardening can be a great way to grow your own food, improving your self-reliance and living more sustainably.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. Look for Used First. Replace Some of Your Light Bulbs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2012

Many of you have specifically asked where to find used equipment. When you can, it is imperative that you use jars that are specially made for canning. Never try to use non-canning jars to preserve your food – doing so could lead to dangerous (invisible) bacteria growing in your food. Canning Jars.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 2, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written by Les Roberts money saving writer at Moneysupermarket.com. The evenings are getting lighter, the birds are singing and the weather is completely erratic…all of which means that spring time is upon us once more. Re-use, recycle or re-sell.

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