Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill. Look for Used First. Our society has programmed us to look for new first. Plant a Garden. Replace Some of Your Light Bulbs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2015

Just about anything can be used for your balcony container garden, though. As you prepare to plant, though, it’s important to remember a few things that can increase your chance of success: Remember proper drainage: You need to make sure that your containers have good drainage. A little preparation is likely to bring success.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 26, 2015

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! But hold on – before you throw away all those orange peels, keep reading to find out 10 uses for orange peels.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 2, 2012

Excess trash has been a common problem of all societies for decades, and recycling is a way to transform trash into something useful. Electronics TVs, mobile phones, computer paraphernalia, laptops, cameras and other gadgets can be sold as used or even broken. Numerous websites are dedicated to buying these used electronics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Use fabric bags. Use bags that are made of cotton and are durable and washable. Use reusable water bottles. Use natural detergents and cleaners. Choose detergents that are plant based, concentrated, and biodegradable. We make our own using a few simple ingredients of washing soda , soap flakes, and borax.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Uses for Egg Shells: Don’t throw out that gold mine! How to Save With Coupons When You Don’t Have Time to Use Coupons by Two Kids & A Coupon. Ten Tips to Save Money Using Coupons When You Don’t Have Time to Use Coupons by Two Kids & A Coupon. Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

We have become addicted to the term “antibacterial&# and use hyper strong chemical pollutants to clean our homes. Do they use recycled products? You will find the healthiest and freshest food items there. Plus by buying local, you are cutting down on the carbon emissions produced by food transportation.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Uses for Egg Shells: Don’t throw out that gold mine! How to Save With Coupons When You Don’t Have Time to Use Coupons by Two Kids & A Coupon. Ten Tips to Save Money Using Coupons When You Don’t Have Time to Use Coupons by Two Kids & A Coupon. Seven Ways to Save Money at Fast Food Restaurants by Thrifty Jinxy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

You might be surprised at the types of plants you can grow in a container garden. 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. It’s even possible to use eggshells as seed starts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

If you really want to send out paper invitations, use recycled or handmade paper and use a single sheet. Party decorations that are used once and then thrown away contribute to the huge amounts of land-fill being collected every day. A party held in daylight hours will use less power than one held at night.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

They plant some really nice foundation evergreen bushes and think they are done. In a couple of months, the worms have completely stripped the leaves, killing the plants. Bagworms, Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis, are moths that live in a silk bag covered with plant debris. I’ve seen it happen to my neighbors. Go Green'

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