Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Coined in 1973 by Liz Christy and her Green Guerrilla group in New York City, guerrilla gardening uses “seed grenades” as a way of introducing vegetation to empty lots in NYC in order to make the city look better. Sure, people do actually plant some of them, but I think throwing them is much more fun. Plan a mission.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 16, 2014

The sun on my face and the sight of grass peeking through the snow makes me think of lawn and garden tasks I need to do. None of the trees have produced much fruit in the 5 years since I planted them. My fruit trees are susceptible to a fungus or bug that makes the leaves turn red and die. We live and die by the seasons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

This compound can be found in many plants , some of which can be commonly found growing nearby. Salicylic acid is astringent, but so are other plant constituents, like tannins. While many plants contain salicylic acid, or tannins, or sometimes both, not all of them are suitable for use.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

Finding ways to fit organic foods into your budget is really not much different than any other endeavor of frugality. A tomato picked from a local farmer’s tomato plant, for example, will taste a whole lot better than one that’s traveled several thousand miles to reach your local supermarket’s produce section.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 16, 2012

History In 2006 I planted fruit trees, in anticipation of retiring and having time to pick and use the harvest. I planted them that fall, a dwarf pie cherry, an Elberta peach, a Lodi apple and a Braeburn apple. We babied it the rest of the summer, with hubby hauling buckets of water out to it by hand to make sure it had enough water.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 3, 2013

But if you are not careful it can get quite expensive when you start factoring in the cost of plants, soil, fertilizer, containers, and mulch. But if you consider a couple of these frugal alternatives it can save you some substantial money this spring. Find Free Plants. What other frugal gardening tips would you add to my post?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Whether it’s because “green” is in or because summer is coming to an end, lately I have been asked by almost everyone I know about the safety of the skincare products they have been using. Once we have passed them out through our waste system, the chemicals end up polluting groundwater aquifers, sewage treatment plants, and local wildlife.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2014

Add Some Green Around the House. Plant trees and bushes in the yard to provide shade on the house, suggests Bankrate. Plant your garden so that sunlight can still get into the house, but diffusely, so it isn’t shining directly into the house. Especially helpful is shade that falls on windows and doors. Thermostat Control.

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Frugal Luxuries

OCTOBER 1, 2012

I firmly believe there is a kind of a natural magic in list ~ making. need to descale the glass shower doors in master bath using a citric acid solution Continue going through and organizing all my old F rugal Times: Making-Do With Dignity and Frugal Luxuries newsletters along with my collection of vintage ephemera. the carpet.

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Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 1, 2012

This is a Guest Post brought to you by Jenni Lafferty from Blue Eyes / Green Feet. Growing fruit, vegetables and herbs is frugal and fun. Make a list of foods that your family will eat. It’s helpful to have information about the varieties of each plant on your list that will grow well in your area.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 22, 2013

Frugal Gardening 101 by Phoebe Hendricks. In Frugal Gardening 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Vegetable Gardening Without Breaking the Bank, Phoebe shares her passion for gardening and proves that vegetable gardening doesn''t have to be expensive. But don''t wait because this bundle is on sale for 75% off this week only!

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 19, 2013

Earth Day is coming up (4/22) and there are lots of ways to get involved and teach your kids about why it’s important to go green. Be sure to check out 5 Frugal Ways To Be Green , as well as 11 More Frugal Ways to Be Green. Million will be given away Nationwide! Million will be given away Nationwide!

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Couponing 101

JUNE 19, 2012

You can sometimes even make a profit with them. To make sure you receive your rebate be sure to read the terms carefully and submit all the required items. Here are some of the best mail-in rebates around right now: Osmocote Outdoor & Indoor Plant Food Rebate (ends 6/30/12). I’ve done that a couple of times! value) FREE!

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Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 15, 2013

These DIY Monster Stick Puppets are a fun and frugal Halloween season craft that give your kids the chance to stretch their imaginations. Take a peek below to see what a cinch they are to make. Green (or color of your choice) craft paint. For our sample monsters, we used a bright green. Frugal Fun' Ingredients.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2013

For the Green Goddess. Is there any better gift for this type of mom than a selection of plants (or seeds for the budget extremist) from the local nursery? Is there any better gift for this type of mom than a selection of plants (or seeds for the budget extremist) from the local nursery? You too, Dad. For the Foodie Mom.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

In honor of Earth Day, I wanted to share some ways that we can be frugal, yet also eco-friendly. 10 Frugal Tips for Earth Day. Make your own. Grow Your Own: Planting your own vegetables, fruit, and herbs can save you money, but it can also reduce the use of chemical pesticides. Plant a Tree. Buy in season.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 30, 2013

Jennie-O Jalapeno Jack Turkey Burgers and Wholly Gucamole Make a Great Duo and Giveaway (Ends April 1). Peace Love Organic Mom - The Green Daisy Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap & Stationary Review and Giveaway (Ends April 3). Frugal Follies - iPad Mini Giveaway (Ends April 7). Frugal Follies - iPad Mini Giveaway (Ends April 7).

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2014

If you have ever been to the northwest states (think Washington), you probably noticed houses with green roofs. If you own your home, and keep it long enough, eventually you will have the pleasure of replacing the roofing. This is a major expense, but roofs can last from 15 to 30 years depending on the shingle quality and your environment.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 8, 2013

10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home. If you have found yourself with a bunch of freshly grown herbs but only so many recipes to try them in, take a look below at 10 fun and frugal ways to use herbs in your home. You might be surprised at some of the alternative ways to use these little plants! Take a look!

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2016

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Once you got this all worked out, fill this bowl-like orange peel with some form of oil, making sure to get that stem well soaked in it.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 26, 2015

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Once you got this all worked out, fill this bowl-like orange peel with some form of oil, making sure to get that stem well soaked in it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

With Valentine’s Day making it’s appearance next week, I thought it would be fun to talk about the kissing part of the holiday. Remover the cube and plant a big kiss on your partner. You see, it doesn’t matter how you decide to celebrate it, whether you stay at home or go out, but one thing is for sure…kissing.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Frugality. The quality of being frugal is one so powerful as to change lives and affect history. Frugality allows you to govern your destiny and produce in your life a lovely fertile garden of material and intangible wealth. Source (Exercising) The Art of Frugality. Abandoning it has been the ruin of fortunes.

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Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 5, 2014

You also don’t know the price until the deal goes live so that makes it even trickier. With the holidays right around the corner, Amazon’s Lightning Deals are featuring tons of toys and games for all the little ones on your shopping list. Today’s deals features toys from Be Amazing, Learning Resources, and many more.

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Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 11, 2014

You also don’t know the price until the deal goes live so that makes it even trickier. With the holidays right around the corner, Amazon’s Lightning Deals are featuring tons of toys and games for all the little ones on your shopping list. Today’s deals features toys from Playhut, Marvel, and many more. All times are Central Time.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Find a workout you love on DVD, make the initial financial investment, and commit to doing it. Plant some vegetables or flowers, get a workout each week tending to your garden, develop a green thumb, and reap the benefits! I need to walk around the block before I make dinner.” Do not lose heart, though!

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