Stockpiling Moms
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
It is time to normalize gifting thrifted items. It is not only sustainable but also a great way to help reduce your gift giving budget. Normalize Gifting Thrifted Items: Shop all year long! I yard sale and thrift all year long for my booth. Why am I not thrifting gifts for my friends and family too.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 26, 2015
One time to buy some gift cards for two teenage nephews’ birthdays. I made one trip to my favorite thrift store during their dollar days sale. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store? Start keeping a list of needs with you for your thrift store trips. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.
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The Frugal Girl
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
I fixed a thrifted hoodie This thrifted Vans hoodie sprouted a hole but mercifully, it was right on the side seam! I had some schoolwork I needed to do online (and it was not remotely dangerous to be out), so I went to the nearby Starbucks and redeemed some of my Erie Your Turn rewards for a Starbucks gift card.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 6, 2016
Choose thrift first. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org. Enter for a chance to Win a $25 Giant Food Stores Gift Card. Giveaway Details: The Prize: One $25 Giant Food Stores gift card will be given away to one lucky winner. residents only.
Family Balance Sheet
DECEMBER 11, 2017
Have a large extended family that buys gifts f or everyone ? The Gift Exchange Game will eliminate that stress, but add loads of laughs, smiles, and memories to your next holiday gathering. They want to celebrate Christmas with their families, but feel pressure to buy gifts for everyone, and often, they simply can’t afford it.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 22, 2013
We get desperate to find gifts for everyone on the list. Sometimes, as we shop we see things we would like to own and decide to treat ourselves with a gift or two as well. There are still more ‘me’ gifts I’d like to buy, but I’ve managed to hold off so far. Snag a discounted gift card online.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 17, 2013
Don’t limit yourself to the thrift stores, either. If you do decide to give cash, it’s often a good idea to make it a true gift. Consider it a gift, and if the recipient repays you down the road, consider it a bonus. Get a gift card for a local grocery store, or take the person shopping, and pay for the groceries.
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