Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 3, 2013
Learning to sew takes time and equipment. A super short history of sewing. In many parts of the US, people learned to sew as part of their life skills – from parents or family or schools. Although Mom didn’t sew much (she did mend), she made sure I took Home Ec in high school. Why learn to sew?
The Frugal Girl
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
I always skip the blowdry/style service because it costs extra and my hair is so thin, it dries on its own by the time I get home anyway! The buckle was very poorly-designed and would not ever stay in place (which is probably why this skirt ended up at the thrift store in the first place!)
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 27, 2013
If you have lived in your home for several years, you know how fast things can accumulate and how easy it is to lose track of where they are. You also know that picking a location to store something isn’t always logical and that things can get out of place over time, even after you have spent time and effort to optimally organize them!
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. My mom makes and sells Raggedy Ann & Andy dolls.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 17, 2013
I stopped by my two favorite thrift stores last week: Salvation Army & Community Aid, a local store. I only go on Wednesdays, because both stores offer an additional 50% off on almost everything. Finally, spring has arrived in central PA, so I carved out some time last Wednesday to hit the thrift stores.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 21, 2014
The flooring in every room in my home is either laminate or hard wood. I didn’t bother sewing the squares to have neat edges, like I’ve seen on Pinterest. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. Homekeeping Saving Money - In the Home'
Family Balance Sheet
NOVEMBER 26, 2014
Some people don’t have time or don’t like to bake but would love to buy home-baked cookies and treats. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet? I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. My mom makes and sells Raggedy Ann & Andy dolls.
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