Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Sure, once in a while a garage will be broken into and a car or some high-end items will be taken, but for the most part garages are left alone whenever a criminal decides to break into a home. Here are some ideas for where to hide valuables in your garage: An old paint can. A light fixture. In the insulation. A fake safe.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Bring in your slightly used, but in good shape costume and pick one from those others brought in – as a swap. Encourage your child to use their imaginations to come up with a costume out of materials on hand at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 3, 2014

Now, we’re planning another move, this time 2,000 miles away. While we’re decluttering, we’re learning a lot about where the clutter comes from. While we’re decluttering, we’re learning a lot about where the clutter comes from. Where Does the Clutter Come From? Other Clutter We Found.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Are you a ‘buy it new’ snob – one of those people who shudder at the thought of using someone else’s cast off stuff? I swore I’d never buy used junk again… but now I’ve changed my mind. Home owners get bored and re-decorate or re-vamp their homes. I was for awhile.

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Saving Everyday

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Walt Disney World parking can be confusing, and things are constantly changing, so we’re covering all the latest information, tips, and tricks! If you’re planning a trip to the happiest place on earth anytime soon, you’ll need to know the latest Walt Disney World parking information. Parking at Disney Springs.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2013

I love going to garage sales. Lately though, I’ve begun to re-consider. The free item needs too much re-furbishing. This past weekend, I went out garage sailing just for fun. These things now live in our garage, taking up space that we don’t have! Maybe, maybe not. Here is why. The old beat up bench.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Have you heard the old saying: “Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.”? We were poor, Mom and Dad lived every day showing us what it meant to ‘make it do’ and we often ‘did without’ Here are my thoughts on frugal ways to make things do. Buy good clothing, used. Use up your food.

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Saving Everyday

JUNE 23, 2023

Needless to say, I could’ve used a list of stores at Disney Springs that day, and that’s exactly why I’ve put this list together for you! Pass the LEGO Store and Starbucks, and you’re in the Marketplace. When you come out of the Orange Garage, you’ll be on the West Side.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Highly rated, easy to use, and it sits gathering dust. Child did not like it, so we don’t use it. The hard part of being frugal is waiting – when you’re trying to do things yourself, you need time, energy, and money to align. He got his roofing urges out when he build our garage last year though!)

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Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 190

Saving In Akron

APRIL 25, 2012

These are personalized labels and tags that you can use to keep track of your kids’ clothes, supplies, backpacks, lunch boxes and more. They’re also great for garage storage bins, kitchen containers, and office supplies.

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Office Supplies Garage Office Microwaveable 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

When I redid ours, I used that spray meant to re enamel tubs to re-finish the vanity tops. I sanded and re-stained the wood cabinet and fashioned a matching frame for the mirror out of molding strips from Lowes that I got for about $3 each. Garage or estate sales. Thrift shops. Make it yourself items. Craigs list.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2013

If you want to save money, one of the best options is to buy used. Not only can buying something second-hand help you save money, but it also reduces the amount of resources that you use. Buying used is one way to increase the sustainability of your life. There are many consumer electronics items that you can purchase used.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 28, 2014

We live in the city, so we’re not allowed to hang our laundry outside. We’ve used this for about 6 weeks now, and we’ve been pleasantly surprised with how economical it is as well as how good it works. Don’t wash clothes until they’re truly dirty. Use mason jar containers. Conserve utilities.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

We’re meeting an Arkansas reader today and initially, I thought she was the first one! Tell us a little about yourself Greetings from the NW corner of Arkansas, where I was born (around 40+ years ago) and raised. We use the eggs, harvest meat & if I can’t get out to hunt venison we’ve had friends give us meat.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

” They also say (and I totally agree): “The single most important thing you need to know about building wealth: You’re far better off being a dogged saver who’s a mediocre investor than being a below-average saver who can knock the socks off the S&P 500.”. .” We hosted two garage sales in.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Browse the entire list and let us know in the comments which ideas you’re going to give and what free gift ideas you have. Pet Sitting.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 26, 2014

While I grew up using paper napkins and towels, we only used paper plates when we were on a picnic. I was surprised to learn that many families use these at every meal rather than real plates so they have fewer dishes to do. In fact, the Duggars of TLC’s Nineteen Kids and Counting use paper plates for every single meal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 7, 2013

Even re-organizing the garage can leave you with a chill. Many households take spring cleaning as an opportunity to repaint, hang photographs and picture frames, and re-organize art. I write down how much of it I have, and then find recipes so that I can use up the ingredients that were just sitting there.

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Couponing 101

MAY 29, 2019

Buy Used Clothing. You can find used children’s clothing at thrift stores, garage sales, or online via Facebook Marketplace or eBay. People often wind up with children’s clothes they no longer need or want, so put the word out that you’re interested. Ask Family and Friends.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2014

I took at least three trunks full of “stuff” to Goodwill, I had a garage sale, and I sold things online. However, I wasn’t able to complete the job before moving day arrived, so some of our “stuff” we didn’t need came with us. How does the stuff take over even when you’re trying to manage it?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For so long, we plodded along with next to nothing while our neighbors were running up their charge cards and using home equity loans to take vacations. We shopped at garage sales, turned down the heat, combined errands to use less gas, didn’t buy a lot of prepared food, cooked at home and the like. Peggy: Oh yes!

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re trying to find the small business idea that’s right for you, ask yourself the following questions: Where is there a need in the market, and how can your skills satisfy that need? Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order.

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Discount Coder UK

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Perhaps you have a garage or off-street parking space you never use. Can you re-purpose your spare space to generate extra cash? Are you rattling around in a huge house with loads of space and no money? Maybe you have a large garden but can’t stand gardening. Here are some ideas. How to make cash from.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 16, 2024

In this post, we’re sharing the best ways to make money as a kid. I did almost everything on this list and can confidently say that you can make some extra cash if you’re willing to do the work! It’s easier and less messy to do it outside using a hose. We’ve used the same girl for years.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2012

Many of you have specifically asked where to find used equipment. When you can, it is imperative that you use jars that are specially made for canning. Never try to use non-canning jars to preserve your food – doing so could lead to dangerous (invisible) bacteria growing in your food. Canning Jars. Accessories.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

First I looked online to see what the average cost of re-upholstery services were. 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. After poking around on You Tube, looking at how-to videos on re-upholstery, I decided that, hey, I could do this.

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Sewing Machines Furniture Re-use Arm and Hammer 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Today, we’re meeting a reader who has managed to live for 2.5 Tell us a little about yourself When asked the question “Where are you from? My interest in frugality is less about saving money specifically, and more about making good use of the resources I have. years with no car (and two small kids!).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

If you are looking for a can of spray paint you used last summer, you are more likely to look somewhere that you have other cans of paint stored. Store things where you use them. Unless you have a very small house, you can save yourself time and effort by storing stuff where you use it. I carried this idea to our garage.

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Organic Organization Home Painting 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 20, 2014

After all, there may still be useful life left in it, no reason to trash it just because one little thing goes wrong. The garage is detached but also bermed along that same back wall. There is a breezeway/porch between the house and the garage. It depends on how often you use or access the broken situation.

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Saving Money Money Saving Emergency Fund 162

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Here are six things we do in the fall that help us save money by using what we have, being energy efficient or maintaining our stuff so it lasts longer. Not only does mulch save money on watering, but it comes for the price of labor for us. Each fall as they fall, we scoop them and grind them using the lawn tractor.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2011

At the end of the rental term, the buyer can buy the home at the price both parties agreed on, and they’re already part of the way there. A seller who wants to advertise a potential rent-to-own deal can still use many traditional realty advertising methods, such as a local paper and real estate websites, to showcase their properties.

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Saving Everyday

MAY 15, 2011

These are good to have on hand to use as price tags at bake sales, garage sales or church sales. They’re also good for labeling jars, cans, totes, folders… just about anything! Here’s a great deal on Avery labels at Target: Avery 1″ x 2 5’8″ White Address Label $4.49 (regular price).

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Garage Sale Garage Target Re-use 55

Koupon Karen

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Be ruthless in your decision-making process; if you haven’t used an item in the last year or it doesn’t hold significant sentimental value, it’s probably time to let it go. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell.

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Home Tucson Furniture Friends And Family Sale 52

Couponing 101

JANUARY 20, 2019

It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Use shoeboxes for storage. Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2012

Others have re-learned canning skills our grandmother’s used. In the past few years, another trend, root cellaring, has re-surfaced. A traditional root cellar is an underground pit or room, typically covered or surrounded by earth used to store food. Benefits of using root cellars. What is a root cellar?

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Advantage Home and Garden Canning Gardening 210

Saving Everyday

APRIL 7, 2011

I also have three drawers in the kitchen that I use for free samples. My favorite way to use them is for traveling…they’re perfect for packing light on an overnight trip! I am weird about keeping things in the garage and prefer to keep my stockpile indoors. I’ll post pics when it’s done.

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Freebies Health and Beauty Garage Photos 91

Couponing 101

JUNE 12, 2019

It’s definitely a hard process to go through especially if you’re like me and tend to keep EVERYTHING! The other thing you can do once you’ve finished the whole process is have a garage sale! Use shoeboxes for storage. Once you get through sorting, it’s time for giving away (or selling) and storing.

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Money Making Consignment Shops Garage Sale 55