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Don’t Recycle, Reuse

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Zip lock freezer bags.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The good news is that many of the changes you can make will also save you money and may even help you live a healthier lifestyle. Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community.

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10 Ways to Find Coupons Without Buying the Sunday Paper

Penny Pinchin' Mom

So, if you aren’t interested in subscribing to a newspaper but still want your treasured money-saving coupons, here are my top-secret tips on how to get them. After all, it’s money, right? That number keeps dropping as more and more people prefer to get their news online. So, there’s a pretty good chance you are not part of this 7.5%.

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How to Become an Earth Friendly Consumer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Do they recycle? Do they use recycled products? This saves on stamps, paper, fuel, and mail transport which not only is more eco friendly but it also saves your money. Recycle, recycle, recycle. If you have items you aren’t using, recycle them or give them to someone who can reuse them.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. You might be able to find one at a consignment shop, a sewing machine repair shop, or ask relatives or friends if they have one that you could either buy or borrow. Getting Started.

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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. Buy good clothing, used.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Be creative and look for ways to recycle and refurbish items that will reveal your style.

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