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Collecting – Tips for Fun and Profit

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

However, she enjoyed her hobby immensely and kept right on collecting things of interest to her. Some things can be repaired, but usually true collectors want original condition. Don’t clean or repair immediately. Repair only when it will increase the value. Know current trends. Enjoy your collections.

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Should You Learn To Sew?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As a hobby. Time saved alone is worth the small effort you expend in learning how to make these repairs. If you pursue the make your own clothing route, you have the upfront sunk costs of buying a machine and the other sewing tools you need and then there is repair and maintenance of your sewing machine after you have it.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

If so, give the gift of organizing a closet (or 2), kitchen cupboards, a basement, garage, etc. What are your hobbies and/or skills? Offer your services by the hour or an afternoon to help with easy fixes & repairs. Give your Gift of Organization. Do your friends and family call you the most organized person EVER?

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50 Best Small-Business Ideas – NerdWallet

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With the popularity of podcasts from newspapers and other media providers, private individuals have been able to jump on the trend—turning a hobby into a fully-fledged business. So, if you’ve been tinkering with beer-brewing in your garage, calling it official and opening up a microbrewery can be a great way to monetize your hobby.

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Should You Spend Your Money on Home Re-Decorating?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Have you ever shopped at neighborhood garage sales? Some folks view re-decorating as a hobby. Well, I had to research this one as I’ve lived in the same home for 26 years now and have only changed out the paint once (repairing all those holes the kids put in the walls with their dart boards!)

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