Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Just look at the many people scouring garage sales in the summer. ” Yes, they have 19 children, but I’m guessing they make a fair amount of money from their television show. Blender Fifteen years ago, I bought a blender at a garage sale for $3. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

There have been countless times I have seen nearly new, decorator pieces being sold for pennies on the dollar at garage sales because the homeowner decided to re-decorate. Instead of paying for television programming, view free TV or cheap movies on Netflix (or maybe even read a real book!).

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

I think the people on that show are likely not as extreme as they were portrayed (it is television after all), however the show has given people unrealistic expectations for couponing and given couponers unfair representation. Then when your favorite pasta goes on sale, you buy more than one box because you have multiple coupons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 14, 2012

You’ve seen the ads on television, in magazines, an at the mall. “ A giant pool, waterfalls, a 7 car garage, a dock for a yacht, 11 bathrooms, and 15,000 square feet of living space. Go Green ” by purchasing this reusable bag! Be more “ Eco-Friendly ” by picking up one of our 100% recycled-plastic doo-dads! If so, what did you replace?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

You’ll learn about current specials – and even the big clearance sales. Renting out your garage or backyard for RV or classic car owners could bring in $25 to $150 per month, depending on the space you allocate. Rent It Out. The investment of tables, chairs and the like might be worth it when you consider the potential earnings.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 7, 2014

Once you find out how many deals are available in spring, you may want to do your spring cleaning just to make room in your home and garage for the new springtime offerings. April signals the time to shop for fabulous deals on televisions, laptops, car accessories, cookware and vacuum cleaners.

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Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

These sales are available from Friday to Sunday. :: Tools. Portable Garage $177.88. 4-Drawer Hardwood Workbench $129.99. :: Television. You should be able to find some nice deals on tools. We’re especially excited about the Roller Cabinet and Miter Saw. The store opens Friday, November 27 at 7am. US General 26-in.

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