Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

I have always thought that “Christmas in July was a catch phrase made up by department stores to sell things in the slow summer months. . Save Money and Plan Now for Holiday Spending. She also loves to go to garage sales and most of her small gifts are loot from her bargains at the sales.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

She also scarfed up any other gift wrap that looked usable, and she stored it carefully away for use the next year. Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. My 5 year old grand daughter did it last year in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp. Use paper drop cloth to wrap. Make gift tags.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

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). I your true intent is to save money, then focus on mending. Why learn to sew?

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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. 3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive! Yet, I know I am in the minority. It turns out, quite easily.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 28, 2013

Tip: You can also get cash back on your online purchases by shopping through Ebates – you can get anywhere from 1%-20% cash back depending on the store! Hit up fall garage sales. Even in the fall months, garage sales can still be found. Back to School Frugal save money' This site uses affiliate links.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Sometimes second hand sports stores also carry this type of equipment. There are lots of reasons people have for not exercising, but don’t let a lack of extra money be one of them! This site uses affiliate links.

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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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Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing. I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Sell some of the items. Use shoeboxes for storage.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 12, 2019

Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing. I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Sell some of the items. Use shoeboxes for storage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Store food properly to make it last as long as possible. 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. Buy dried milk to use in cooking – especially if you aren’t a regular milk drinker. Go Frugal Go Green'

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

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. If you want to set your child up for success, what else can you do? Buy Secondhand Equipment.

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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? 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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. You can save money on fabric to reupholster pieces by using colorful printed sheets or buying fabric on the bolt online or through a textile mill or local outlet.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Furniture 255

Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing. I’ve come up with some ways of saving money during this process! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Sell some of the items. Use shoeboxes for storage.

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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. What if you already do those things and are still looking for more ways to save? Here is a rundown of three easy ways to save money, and a lot of it. That is not rocket science. Then you are in luck! Another great item to buy used is your car.

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Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 8, 2016

Tip: You can also get cash back on your online purchases by shopping through Ebates – you can get anywhere from 1%-20% cash back depending on the store! Hit up fall garage sales. Even in the fall months, garage sales can still be found. You may be able to find items for as low as a quarter.

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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! Save On Holiday Decorating. They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. Christmas in July.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

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. Drink water to save money and calories. Eat out less. Drink water. Plan ahead.

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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. Save over time to build the funds you will need for the renovations you want. Plan ahead. Want to redo your kitchen? Trade services.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

I love to shop garage sales. It’s fun for me and it saves my children shopping time and money. It’s fun for me and it saves my children shopping time and money. Know Where to Get the Money. If you or your student are funding college expenses, be careful of where you go for money first.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 12, 2016

Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Sometimes second hand sports stores also carry this type of equipment. There are lots of reasons people have for not exercising, but don’t let a lack of extra money be one of them!

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How did you get interested in saving money? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. Vanilla cupcakes I stored all my equipment in a dishpan in my dorm room. Eat at grocery stores! Hosting garage sales & reselling items.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Thinking about saving money, traveling the world, investing in the market, or starting a new job? Saving Money Today: Costco American Express Card Review – Is the Costco American Express TrueEarnings Card Worth Adding to Your Wallet? Arm yourself with the stores return policy, and a smile. Wait, what?

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Coupons Do Work

JUNE 15, 2016

What you can save on, what to expect to go on sale, each month, a list of awesome things to stock up on for the entire year ! … This is a way to plan your purchases by month for the entire year and a great way to budget and save money! The best guide ! Stocked up for the next few years!)—This

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