Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 15, 2015
Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. In my area, garage sales run spring, summer and fall – usually starting on Friday morning and running through Saturday about noon. I look for the neighborhood sales, which are usually either in spring or fall.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 3, 2011
If you already own all of the furniture and accessories you will need to furnish your apartment, this will allow you to do more with less. You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. Related posts: 10 Ways to Shop Green and Budget Friendly During Boxing Day Sales.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 11, 2016
Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. Our home furnishings include many cherished family heirlooms, such as an iron bed my folks bought at a sale, or the hand carved bed frame purchased by my great-grandfather. Furniture is expensive, no doubt about it.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 13, 2016
Last week I visited a garage sale. I didn’t feel obligated, but did end up buying another package of it at that sale! Just sit through the sales presentation and then take advantage of the ‘free’ advice. Another way sales personnel try to get you to buy is to invest time their time with you. We’ve all seen the ads that proclaim Sale ends Saturday, hurry while supplies last! And furnish it with love.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 12, 2016
Have you ever shopped at neighborhood garage sales? I’ve used these finds to help furnish and decorate a vacation rental and to fill in pieces we lacked at home. You will find the most amazing collections of nearly new home decorating materials at them – beautiful lined panel drapes; lovely dining room furniture and display cases; wall art, wing back chairs, clocks and more – all for a pittance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
Some get stuff from stores, the less financially favored head for thrift stores, garage sales, Mom’s house or the trash pickup routes. Things like he matching bedroom set, the lovely drapes, the brand new lawn equipment, and beautifully coordinated nursery furnishings. Maybe you put it at the curb, hoping someone will take it and use it – or you sell it at a garage sale or some other used stuff venue.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 27, 2017
Maybe it is just something you found at a sale that doesn’t quite match your decor. I own a condo at a local lake that came furnished. Two heavy wing back recliners were among the furnishings. Along the way, on one of my garage sale shopping expeditions, I stumbled across a matched pair of wing backs (non-reclining) for $20 each. I was able to find the material for one chair on clearance – for $40 total and on sale for the other.
Saving Cents With Sense
JUNE 13, 2013
1 – Look for used furniture instead of new furnishings. Check out some thrift stores, vintage stores, flea markets, and garage sales. A lot of people give away their furniture and other furnishings and belongings simply because it is easier and faster than selling it. Pick out your desired paint color at the hardware store and ask the sales person what you will need to paint a room. It is no secret that most people today are trying to find ways to save money.
Saving Everyday
FEBRUARY 15, 2014
Tips For Furnishing an Apartment Cheaply by Ann’s Entitled Life. 5 Tips At Saving Money at a Garage Sale by Pays2Save. Pin This To Pinterest. The tagline of my website is A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned because I firmly believe that statement! The more of your hard earned money you can keep in your wallet, the more you have for things you need and want. Saving $100 is the same as making $100!
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