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!

Organic 177

Organic Organization Home Painting 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

You can defray some of your clothing costs by shopping for deals at used clothing stores or thrift stores. Even if you do not have any growing children, buying clothing at thrift stores is a great way to cut costs. Even small thrift stores can be overwhelming, and it is best to have a plan before you go.

Clothes 188

Clothes Clothing Thrift Stores Thrifting 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2012

For example, you can try shopping at thrift stores. Thrift Stores Some people think thrift stores are inherently dirty, but this is often not the case. Clothes are brought to the store by people who no longer want or need them, and they are inspected (often laundered) and displayed in the store.

Saving Money 187

Saving Money Thrift Stores Money Thrifting 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2012

Home renovations are a necessary process when you own your home. Not only will renovations provide pleasure and function to you, but they could increase the sale value of your home a bit. I found wood frames for my national park posters and a wildlife themed shower curtain at the local thrift stores.

Renovation 189

Renovation Home Real Estate Re-use 189

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! We fixed Zoe’s skirt with scissors She’d thrifted this checked skirt, which had a sort of odd belt thing at the bottom. So, I went to Haircuttery and got the cheapest haircut they offer.

Frugal 182

Frugal Sewing Thrifting College 182

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. Although we had to invest in machines like a plucker and scalder for butchering chickens, as well as the animals and their shelters, eventually our home-raised meat will be basically free.

Oregon 189

Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. Our home is filled with items we bought used. Rather than spending money buying clothes in a new size every few months, I bought at garage sales and thrift stores. I’m in good company with my love of all things used. The Items We Typically Buy Used.

Buying Second-Hand 177

Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Couponing 101

MAY 10, 2012

One of the simplest ways to save money (especially if you love bread as much as I do) is to home-make your bread rather than buying it at the store. A loaf of bread from the bakery at the grocery store costs at least $2. You can often find them at thrift stores and garage sales, though! Do you make bread at home?

Bread 68

Bread At Home Frugal Bread Machines 68

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

If you are thinking about redecorating your home but are scared of the cost, there is good news for you. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor. Check out some thrift stores, vintage stores, flea markets, and garage sales. Frugal diy home decor home improvement' But there is good news.

Saving Money 89

Saving Money Money Home Furniture 89

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. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. Many stores will at least give you a store credit if you don’t have your receipt.

Christmas 130

Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Instead, you may want to check out thrift stores or buy classic, high-quality items that will last longer. Or, instead of dining out every night, you may opt to cook at home more often. On top of that, only use the money for something that will increase in value over time (like a home or investment). Invest in yourself.

Debt 130

Debt Money Building Credit Cards 130

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. We Shopped for New Home Owners/Auto Insurance. I had not shopped around for home owners and auto insurance quotes in YEARS. April’s Thrift Store Finds. My next stop was my favorite thrift store, Community Aid.

April 100

April 2017 Washer and Dryer Daughter 100

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.

Thrifty 100

Thrifty Finds Thrift Stores Thrifting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

I think I have become pretty darn good at it, and I will even haggle successfully at big chain stores like Macy’s, Home Depot, and Best Buy. This works really well in clothing stores, as well as home improvement warehouses like The Home Depot and Lowe’s. Assume It’s Negotiable.

Haggle 211

Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 15, 2015

I checked some local furniture stores to check the prices of new dressers. While I LOVE to shop at thrift stores, the thought of going to a stranger’s home was a bit scary to me– a former 24/7 news junkie. Next stop was my favorite thrift store where everything is 50% off on Wednesdays.

Thrifty 100

Thrifty Craigslist Thrifting Finds 100

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. From attending costume parties to converting their home or yard into the scariest place in the neighborhood, they are causing part of the surge in Halloween spending.

Halloween 100

Halloween Thrift Stores St. Louis Thrifting 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. Do you buy it or make it at home? I’ve had mine since the early 90′s as you can probably tell by its decor. As I said, I love my iced tea with herbal simple syrup. I also use the syrup in adult beverages.

Food and Drink 180

Food and Drink Thrift Stores Thrifty Thrifting 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Another very practical and easy way to downsize your spending without having to live like a hermit in a hovel down by the river is to eat at home. Yes, that means that you cannot stop at the drive through on your way home from work. No, you cannot have dinner and drinks with the girls twice a week.

Saving Money 221

Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Thrift shopping is making a comeback and we are loving it! That being said, in-person thrift stores aren’t always ideal. Some may not have a good thrift shop in their community, while others may prefer the convenience of shopping online. Mercari has a broader focus than most thrifting apps.

Thrifting 58

Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. But, find one in a high end neighborhood, one where the store sorts through the donations to select only the best. For example, if you want to buy slightly used home furnishings, find an upscale neighborhood where the kids are mostly grown. Books and DVDs.

Garage Sale 100

Garage Sale Garage Finds Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2015

April Update: I made 3 new purchases in April: I bought a pair of Teva flip flops from the clearance rack at DSW and two t-shirts at BJ’s Warehouse store. We also made a few new needed purchases for our home, such as a new patio umbrella and a cover for our gas grill. Can I find what I need at a second hand or thrift store?

Thrifting 100

Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

The flooring in every room in my home is either laminate or hard wood. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. Homekeeping Saving Money - In the Home' I hate to spend money on things that end up in the trash. I am also madly in love with my Swiffer Sweepervac.

DIY 100

DIY Thrifting Thrift Stores Vacuums 100

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. I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. Many stores will at least give you a store credit if you don’t have your receipt.

Christmas 235

Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores. Garments that are in good condition, especially well-known or high-end labels, could be donated or sold to secondhand clothing stores or through eBay or other online sites.

Saving Money 249

Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2014

I found myself feeling suffocated by our home, my schedule, my diet, our budget, and my mind, so I’m focusing on decluttering in 2014 and hopefully by the end of the year, I’ll feel much freer and less stressed. I pulled out clothes that I don’t wear and I’ll donate to the thrift store.

Thrift Stores 100

Thrift Stores 2014 Garage Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2013

Vacuum your home often. Fleas love warm, wet areas, and by keeping your home drier you can somewhat reduce the amount of flea eggs that survive to adulthood. The next time you see your cat or dog scratching furiously because of fleas, consider trying a nontoxic alternative to those chemical bombs normally sold in pet stores.

Bath and Body Works 207

Bath and Body Works Pets Vacuums Thrift Stores 207

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month. Heating/Cooling – According to Energy.gov, you can save 5% to 15% a year on your heating bill by setting the thermostat to 68°F while you’re awake and setting it lower while you’re asleep or away from home.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2013

I really feel home there. SFB lost 17% of their home’s property value in a recent appraisal and wants to know Why Is A Low Property Value So Bad? How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores. I am back in the country now and finally over my jet lag (that was rough – 13 hour flip). I know you missed me…lol.

Grandfather 165

Grandfather Fridays Debt Thrift Stores 165

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

It is like stores know how much we love getting our homes festive and so they put out décor at high prices, hoping that consumers won’t know any better and will just snatch it up. Find inexpensive knick knacks at your local dollar store or thrift store that fall into the Halloween theme. Get spraying!

Halloween 93

Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

If you’re considering renting out your home, CAPI has a great list at Creating a Passive Income that you won’t want to miss: For Rent: Do’s and Don’ts of Renting Out Your Space. Home Renovation Techniques. 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores. PET Archives. How to Ace a Job Interview.

Fridays 187

Fridays Debt Unemployment Rent 187

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 21, 2021

Being self-employed, we felt we needed more than Dave’s recommended $1000 starter emergency fund that he outlines in his book, so our first step was to save a bit more for our home and office. Also, we needed to make some much-needed repairs to our home and office that really couldn’t wait until we paid off six figures.

Debt 130

Debt Goals Debt Free Pay Off Debt 130

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Follow these holiday entertaining tips to relieve some stress: Your home will most likely be decorated for the holidays, so cross that off your list. And you don’t have to buy a new ugly sweater, you could either visit your favorite thrift store or decorate a sweater you already own. Gifts must be from a thrift store.

Christmas 100

Christmas Budgeting Budget Swap 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I love to cook at home and it saves us a so much money. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. I have seen lot’s of great creative home decor items in stores but then I thought, I probably can make that, it looks pretty simple. Eat Out Less. DIY/Crafts.

Frugal 100

Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

I love to cook at home and it saves us a so much money. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. I have seen lot’s of great creative home decor items in stores but then I thought, I probably can make that, it looks pretty simple. Eat Out Less. DIY/Crafts.

Frugal 100

Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. Christmas decorations, wrap, bows and ribbon all are continuous offerings at pretty much every garage sale, thrift store or estate sale I’ve ever shopped. Use them to package your home made Christmas cookies and candies. Shop the after Christmas sales.

Thrifty 174

Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 4, 2020

While I like to shop at thrift stores, I have a hard time finding TALL length jeans for my 5’10 frame and I was in need of new jeans. We are finally finishing our basement, but before we could get started on it, we had to clean out 20 years of marriage and 19 years of home ownership…that was all stored in the basement!

November 130

November 2020 Frugal Old Navy 130

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 25, 2019

We didn’t sell much, mainly because I didn’t think we were going to be home for the neighborhood yard sale this year and I took a van full of stuff to the thrift store about a month before the yard sale. I found our $100 in a variety of ways: We had a yard sale.

2019 100

2019 Club Christmas May 100