Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 28, 2014

Work with What You Have in Your Home. There’s plenty you can do to improve your home working with what you have. We just bought a new home, and the kitchen cabinets are painted an ugly pinkish color. Likewise, many rooms can be freshened up with a simple coat of paint or new accent accessories. Absolutely.

Saving Money 198

Saving Money Work Money Cars 198

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2013

It takes time and money to get to and from your vacation home. Deep annual cleaning, general maintenance, painting and repairing and re-stocking with lost items are just a few of the kinds of work you won’t miss when you lease it yearly. You can take a break from your vacation home, but still come back to it.

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Vacation Real Estate Friends And Family Sale Painting 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 20, 2014

In the 1940′s he became a radio repair technician, started his own radio repair service company, went to work for an aircraft manufacturer and eventually ended up working on parts of the space program in the 1960s. He took an art class by mail and painted landscapes in oil. Try new things.

Radios 162

Radios Real Estate Work Kids and Family 162

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 7, 2022

In 2017 we updated our kitchen with new paint, flooring, and appliances. I called in the warranty for the second time and a repairman was sent to our home. He didn’t even bother trying to repair the leak, but he told me it might fix itself. Here’s how we frugal-ed in June. That’s my kind of deal!

June 130

June Frugal Donation Warranties 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 11, 2014

Some things can be repaired, but usually true collectors want original condition. Don’t clean or repair immediately. For awhile, there was a trend called ‘Shabby Chic’ Old wooden furniture, painted white – with crackled or chipped finishes – were highly regarded by collectors and decorators.

Collectibles 170

Collectibles Repairs Aunt Garage 170

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 4, 2013

I brought that wheel barrow home for hubby. I took it apart (which took about an hour) and am stripping the paint off the iron (think at least one can of paint stripper) and then will spray with Rust-oleum – and I just found out that the cans I thought I had had been used on lamps! She was very eager to move her things.

Garage 200

Garage Lamps Garage Sale Free 200

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Our home furnishings include many cherished family heirlooms, such as an iron bed my folks bought at a sale, or the hand carved bed frame purchased by my great-grandfather.

Re-use 100

Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

We’ve signed on the dotted line – new windows and doors for our 1985 built home! Last time I painted the exterior trim, the sills and trim pieces on many had to be repaired with wood filler due to rot. However, we also wanted something that would not require the same painting and maintenance as our current windows.

Shopping 100

Shopping Home Depot Painting Insurance 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Tip: Leaving your cards at home, or at least in the car, will help you stick to your budget because you can only use the cash that you have on hand. In most cases, you will need to be able to get your purchase home because most thrift stores don’t deliver though some of the larger ones (Goodwill, etc) might.

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Thrift Stores Thrifting Furniture Storing 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. These handy tools attach easily and do not remove paint of wallpaper when you take them down. 4) Use everyday items for unique accessories.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Furniture 255

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2011

By exercising at home instead of paying gym fees we saved $600 per year for 17 years ($10,200). By feeding our family of four at home for 20 years we saved $168,768. After the kid’s left home hubby and I saved another $84,384. 40,720 Home Repair. Do it yourself home repair can really go either way.

Home and Garden 198

Home and Garden Cars Car Re-use 198

For the Mommas

MAY 3, 2012

If your home is like mine, this may look familiar to you. A worthy attempt to repair a hole in the wall, turned ugly. Those of us who are not handy, need just a little bit more than the tiny instruction sheet that comes with the repair kit. There are step by step videos to help you with the project.

Simple 81

Simple Gift Cards Giveaway Walmart 81

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2016

At the same time, we have to establish different expectations on the home front for our sons and grandsons. At the same time, we should have higher expectations from our sons on the home front. Very few tasks require ‘manly’ strength around the home these days. Addressing the gender pay gap at home.

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Daughter Son Women Work 150

Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

About: Each issue of Family Handyman is filled with in-depth plans for a wide variety of projects including cabinetry, plumbing and electrical repair, gardening and building decks along with wallpapering and painting. This is a great deal for those who love home improvement and are looking for new ideas.

Magazines 49

Magazines Family Plumbing Home Improvement 49

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 29, 2016

HP : Register with HP Home Stores’ Academic Purchase Program, and teachers can purchase products with discounts of up to 15%. Home & Hardware: Use these teacher discounts to save money on your next home purchase, repairs, paint, and more. Sherwin Williams : Ready to paint your home, or even your classroom?

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Discount Giving Storing Education 124

Koupon Karen

JANUARY 15, 2024

Embarking on a home remodeling project can seem daunting, especially when considering the potential costs. However, with a careful approach and thoughtful planning, you can effectively remodel your home without breaking the bank. It could become a game room, a home theater, a workout space, or even an extra bedroom.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Home Renovation 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Manage maintenance and cleaning for a vacation home or condo. He assisted or handled minor repairs and maintenance, such as hanging my new drapes or putting together a BBQ. My son’s Mother-in-law worked from home for many years transcribing medical notes for several doctors. He programs from home after normal work hours.

Son 100

Son Vacation Money Cleaning 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 21, 2013

About: Each issue of Family Handyman is filled with in-depth plans for a wide variety of projects including cabinetry, plumbing and electrical repair, gardening and building decks along with wallpapering and painting. This is a great deal for those who love home improvement and are looking for new ideas.

Family 49

Family Magazines Plumbing Home Improvement 49

Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 2, 2013

FREE Flat Tire Repair , Tire Rotation/inspection , and TPMS check at Mr. tire - locator. FREE Quart of Clark + Kensington paint at Ace Hardware on Saturday (valid Saturday, August 3 only) - locator. Laundry Room Tips for a Brilliant HE Clean with Tide, Maytag and Home Depot and $50 Home Depot Giftcard Giveaway (Ends Aug 5).

Fridays 69

Fridays Aug Freebies Home Depot 69

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. How would you pay for an unexpected car repair? Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet, cell? 4 – Skip the AM drive-thru and eat breakfast at home.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. How would you pay for an unexpected car repair? Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet? 4 – Skip the AM drive thru and eat breakfast at home. Try freezer cooking.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

She and her husband paid off $147,000 in debt–including their home. I quit my job to focus on my own stuff (blogging, painting, rental property, my iPhone app, writing Kindle books, etc.). About $52,000 of that $147K was consumer debt (credit cards, a student loan, a car loan, a home improvement loan, etc.)

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I confess to being compelled to frugal home-keeping action whenever I visit my blog friend Terri's blog. And then there is Manuela , who never fails to spark my creative money-saving muse by way of her new " Home Sweet Frugal Home " series. I paint them all white to create a more uniform look.)

Art 40

Art Frugal Painting Home and Garden 40

Frugal Luxuries

OCTOBER 1, 2012

" All things on earth point home in old October. " --Thomas Wolfe ~~~ As you probably already have guessed, I am a list ~ maker and leave very little to memory. This month my primary focus is on home and, specifically, de-cluttering and deep clean our oft neglected master bedroom. the old saying goes."the the carpet. the carpet.

Making 40

Making Home and Garden Craigslist Green And Frugal 40

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Register at the Guitar Center website here. :: Home Depot Workshop for Kids. Kids can drop in and take home a String Art Heart craft. How to Accessorize Your Home – learn tips from the design experts.To Go here for more info. :: Home Depot Workshop for Adults. 10:15 AM – Recording Made Easy for Pro Tools.

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Activism Pottery Barn Family Home Depot 40

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We rented the scaffolding for $50 from Menards so I could finish this massive painting project. I found it was bleeding into my home life in a negative way and I wanted to take a break and spend the summer with my boys who were 5 and 7 at the time. I also smiled when I saw you painting high up in the foyer. ” Ha.

Iowa 168

Iowa Friends And Family Sale Boys Son 168

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2016

If you lack spackle when painting, try dabbing on a bit of tooth paste. Vertical blind repair. So, if you are shopping for a new home, look for pipes in the ground and on interior walls! Spackle substitute. This works best for small holes. Christmas tree skirt. Vertical blinds have a lot of moving parts.

Work 100

Work Frugal Cleaning Green And Frugal 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 20, 2013

Whether you are considering selling your home in the near future or you have no specific plans to sell and move but know that your home is your biggest asset and you want to build it, there are a number of steps you should take to add value to it. 2 – Paint all of the rooms. 1 – Close up all of the cracks and other leaks.

Home Improvement 55

Home Improvement Money Saving Home Money 55

Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 3, 2015

Register at the Guitar Center website here. :: Home Depot Kids Workshop. Find out the list of participating parks (over 405 of them) right here. :: Home Depot Workshop for Adults. Saturday, July 11th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn Interior Paint & Drywall Repair. 10:15 AM – Group Guitar Workshop.

4th Of July 40

4th Of July July Family Cheap 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JULY 10, 2015

Register at the Guitar Center website here. :: Home Depot Workshop for Adults. Saturday, July 11th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn Interior Paint & Drywall Repair. Tickets will be available for download beginning on August 1. :: Home Depot Kids Workshop. Edit home movies with iMovie and more!

Family 40

Family Cheap Kids and Family Food and Wine 40

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Home Depot Kids Workshops. Get more information and register at Home Depot workshops. Call your local store for details. :: Home Depot Workshop for Adults. October 11th from 1 – 2:30 PM Interior Paint and Drywall Repair. Edit home movies with iMovie and more! Register at Guitar Center workshops.

Family 40

Family Cheap Kids and Family October 40

Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 7, 2015

Register at the Guitar Center website here. :: Home Depot Workshop for Adults. Sunday, May 10th from 1 PM to 2:30 PM – Interior Paint and Drywall Repair. Most Bass Pro Shops have the same workshops, but be sure and check your local store here before you head out. :: Home Depot Kids Workshop.

Family 40

Family Cheap Kids and Family Museum 40

Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Landlords might also have more time to devote to maintenance and repair work right now,” points out Bordo. “If If you have any concerns about the rental or see something that might need an upgrade (or just a fresh coat of paint), it can’t hurt to mention before signing your lease.” They might also be more amenable to negotiating.

January 100

January Landlord Rent Money 100

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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Thrifty Garage Spendthrift Fair-Trade 213

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

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Insurance Life Insurance Homeowner Insurance Cars 52

Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 28, 2011

NEW Glidden Brillance Collection Paint Testers (Walmart), Save $3.00/2. NEW Glidden Paint Brilliance Collection (Walmart), Save $3.00/1. IHOP at Home Frozen Breakfast Product, Save $1.00/1. Sears Central Air/Heat Repair, From $69.00. -Florastor Probiotic, Save $2.00/1. NEW Florastor, Click & Save $5.00.

Norelco 45

Norelco Sears Eyeglasses Lenses 45

Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

Benjamin Moore Premium Paint or Stain, 1gal Save $5.00/1. Glidden Brillance Collection Paint Testers (Walmart), Save $3.00/2. Glidden Brilliance Collection Paint 1 gal (Walmart), Save $3.00/1. IHOP at Home Frozen Breakfast Product, Save $1.00/1. Sears Central Air/Heat Repair, From $69.00. 1 wyb 1 Algaecide.

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Sears Norelco Eyeglasses A&W 45