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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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Ways to Make Do With What You Have

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. Buy good clothing, used. Use up your food.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A handy reference should have many clear pictures and easy-to-follow instructions in order to be of use to you. That way you can watch for patterns and materials that you find appealing, and you’ll be able to focus on just a few items while you’re first starting out. Here are some helpful tips to get you going.

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Keep Clutter at Bay by Recognizing Where It Comes From

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now, we’re planning another move, this time 2,000 miles away. Now, we’re planning another move, this time 2,000 miles away. While we’re decluttering, we’re learning a lot about where the clutter comes from. We’re fairly frugal and try to limit our expenditures.

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What We Ate this Week on a Budget | 06.05.15

Family Balance Sheet

Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. There is a fee, but many of my friends have been raving about the convenience of groceries being delivered right to your door step. They used 22 plastic bags to bag 31 items. We’re fairly new to camping. Have you tried it? The weather turned out to be perfect.

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The Epson Expression Premium XP-600 for your Printing Needs

Nicoles Nickels

The Expression® Premium XP-600 Small-in-One™ printer is designed for families and technology enthusiasts, delivering superior performance, brilliant photos and crisp, sharp text, with the added convenience of EPSON Connect mobile printing solutions. but can be found on sale at various retailers if you look! This printer is fast!

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Stocking the Gift Pantry with Uncommon Goods

Frugal Luxuries

However, after perusing their online catalog for far too long, I finally allowed the three choices to be dictated by my own Christmas gift list and thus have every intention of sharing our Uncommon Goods with family and friends. ~~~~~~ First Choice: The 60 Hour Candle $30 (NOTE: refills are available. of the coiled candle only.

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