Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. Search the attic, the backs of the closets, the garage and see what inspiration presents. Dad’s old cowboy hat and a rope from the garage can be the start of a cowboy get up.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower. Containers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Use up your food. No one likes second hand food, but if you fix it differently the second time around it can still be appetizing. With fresh food – buy only what you can eat before it goes bad. Pay attention to expiration dates by organizing your pantry and freezer so that the oldest food is in front.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2012

Never try to use non-canning jars to preserve your food – doing so could lead to dangerous (invisible) bacteria growing in your food. I have found that garage sales , flea markets , estate sales or Mom/Grandma’s basement are the best places to score a great deal on used canning jars.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. Reuse your own decorations. If you are providing all of the food, plan your menu to take advantage of less expensive and seasonal foods – and don’t over serve. Heaven knows, not many of us lack for food or sustenance! These make nice gifts too.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy. Budget Organic – How to Spend Less for Organic Foods by Jinxy Knows Best. How To Save Money on Gluten-Free Foods by Pays2Save. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. 20+ Ways to Reuse Diaper Wipe Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy. Budget Organic – How to Spend Less for Organic Foods by Jinxy Knows Best. How To Save Money on Gluten-Free Foods by Pays2Save. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. 20+ Ways to Reuse Diaper Wipe Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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