Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

It is no secret that most people today are trying to find ways to save money. There are plenty of ways to save money and still do the things that you love and live a comfortable lifestyle. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor. Used furniture is not only less money, it is often more interesting and unique.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. We Love to Spend Money on Our Children. Some people were very angry that these parents didn’t spend money on their kids. All those items got plenty of use as all three of my kids used them.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

At garage sales, are you attracted to those still usable but slightly defective items that no one else wants? It will also save you money! Oh, and did I mention, you could save money? He was a trained radio and TV repairman, when those had tubes. I wish he was still around. I’ve got a lot of things that need fixing!

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

more times than not the money is spent while the membership goes unused. Instead of throwing your money away, why not try a few of these suggestions instead and find that you really can exercise without breaking the bank. You may discover an activity you had never heard of, or something you wouldn’t normally pay money to try.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

If you don’t have enough money to put food on the table, you are going to do something about it. As a young mom, I saved like mad – going to garage sales, thrift stores and accepting hand me downs on toys and clothing. In its simplest form, the thing that makes a person a saver is the act of saving.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

After 10 years of not having enough money to buy new things, I found my dream job and started getting high pay. Another benefit is that I am cutting the governments out of the loop – there no sales taxes on used stuff (except big things of course, like boats or cars). Sales are a great place to find your Christmas décor.

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Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

These savvy methods can help you save money on kids’ sport gear. Secondhand gear should work just fine and will give your child an opportunity to try the sport out before you invest a lot of money. Buy Secondhand Equipment. Don’t Buy High-End Equipment.

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Couponing 101

MAY 10, 2012

One of the simplest ways to save money (especially if you love bread as much as I do) is to home-make your bread rather than buying it at the store. A loaf of bread from the bakery at the grocery store costs at least $2. You can often find them at thrift stores and garage sales, though!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

Will it end up saving you money or costing you money in the end? If you can’t save money, need extra tools and have to learn how, why would anyone learn to sew? If you enjoy sewing, or designing and making patterns learning to sew is worth the time, money and effort (if you can afford it). til 11 P.M As a hobby.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

All my life, others have tried to make me feel guilty about stuff – guilty about not having enough stuff, guilty about not having the right stuff, guilty about having too much stuff, guilty about spending too much money on stuff or not spending enough on stuff, and guilty about throwing stuff away. Humans need stuff.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

Everyone knows that you can clip coupons and eat out less to save money. Here is a rundown of three easy ways to save money, and a lot of it. If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. That is not rocket science. Then you are in luck! Yep, he was a student once, too.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 12, 2016

more times than not the money is spent while the membership goes unused. Instead of throwing your money away, why not try a few of these suggestions instead and find that you really can exercise without breaking the bank. You may discover an activity you had never heard of, or something you wouldn’t normally pay money to try.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Not only will renovations provide pleasure and function to you, but they could increase the sale value of your home a bit. Here are a few tips on saving money while doing renovations. I found wood frames for my national park posters and a wildlife themed shower curtain at the local thrift stores. Plan ahead.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Garage sale and thrift store furniture bargains abound. You can also find older, quality items at used furniture stores. Family hand me downs and heirloom furniture can also save you money. Since I’m retired, my time isn’t worth money. Ways to save on furniture.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Here are a few ideas for the holidays, which hopefully will help you save money, time and reduce those stress levels! They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference. Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. Save money by preparing your own meals. Gifts don’t have to cost a lot of money. Drink water to save money and calories.

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