Stockpiling Moms
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
I thrifted items for my dad because he loves old books and coins. Finally, I found some clothing for my husband and son that was still new with the tag at the thrift store that they loved! That is when I decided to thrift all of my gifts this year for Christmas. Then I expanded to gift items for my mom.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 21, 2012
For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. You can also take advantage of tax free holidays, and you can set up clothing exchange clubs with your friends. Thrift Stores Some people think thrift stores are inherently dirty, but this is often not the case. Many of these stores are crowded.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 7, 2011
The holiday season can bring shudders and tears to folks who have lost family members or friends; who have lost jobs and income; who have seen illness come into their lives; or who have lost hope and aspiration. How does he find the blessings of the holiday season with no money to buy gifts? How To Create Extra Holiday Money.
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. How this holiday has changed since I was a child in the 1950’s, and even since I raised my own sons in the 1970’s/80’s!
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
I made a set of short drapes for my son’s room by simply putting a hem all around the fabric and attaching a tape at the top that let me insert hooks that made the pleats form. Home decorating is another area where it may be possible to sew your own cheaper than buying. Some of these kinds of projects also require minimal skills.
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