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. If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. I love a bargain. My best finds.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. I used an old seat cushion I had and wrapped it with brand new material from another garage sale to pretty it up and make it softer, then stacked new throw pillows I found at yet another sale for $.50 Outdoor bench (I refurbished it) $5.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 30, 2015

My favorite thrift store has a section dedicated to seasonal items. The number and variety of Halloween items in this thrift store surprised me. turn the lights out so trick or treaters don’t come) and go out on the town (parties, bars, outdoor celebrations and more).

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Halloween Thrift Stores St. Louis Thrifting 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

If it’s too cold where you live to walk outdoors in the winter, many schools have indoor tracks that you can use for free or a small fee (a few dollars). Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Grab your husband, kids, or a friend and begin walking a few times a week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Plan ahead and hit garage sales, but especially estate sales. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. Depending on where you are, you will find tree lighting ceremonies, visits with Santa, fireworks, gingerbread villages to view, and many holiday drives to show off outdoor lighting. These make nice gifts too.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 12, 2016

If it’s too cold where you live to walk outdoors in the winter, many schools have indoor tracks that you can use for free or a small fee (a few dollars). Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) Grab your husband, kids, or a friend and begin walking a few times a week.

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