Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 7, 2014

We got our clothes as hand me down from older cousins or from thrift stores. Now that I have kids, I want them to learn the value of a dollar. I’m not one of those parents who feels like I have to give my kids everything. . During the recession in the ’80s, he was unemployed for nearly 2.5

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

“It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” Go build a treehouse in the backyard or teach your kids how to bake. Hiking, camping, picnicking—these are all things I do with my kids on a regular basis.

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Saving Money Money Mom Used 52

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

As an adult, I can see it was likely a mixture of not enough income, high cost of living area, mismanagement of money, and kids just being expensive for single mothers particularly. I became an immediate saver and always looked for ways to make due. Also, social media makes it feel like everyone is eating five-star meals all the time.

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 183

Couponing 101

AUGUST 6, 2019

Making sure your child has everything he or she needs to excel at game time can drain your budget. These savvy methods can help you save money on kids’ sport gear. You can find secondhand sports gear at thrift stores, garage sales, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and sports resale shops, like Play It Again Sports.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

I was just working on it yesterday as I was making some notes of gift ideas for my kids. So please, take advantage of my offer and make a spending plan for Christmas. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. What skills do you have that you can offer or teach to make extra money? I use this spreadsheet.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2021

I calculate the per-hour rate from my plasma donations to make sure it’s a good use of my time. This past winter I cleaned out closets and drawers in my quest to minimize and downsize our stuff and donated everything to the thrift store, rather than hold on to it for the spring sale. This money equates to about $36.67

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Once the kids left home, we ended up with zero trick or treaters at our house on a state highway. No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year).

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Halloween Green Reuse Garage 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Sometimes we need to find extra funds when big bills are due but often it is needed just to make ends meet. Anything you now longer want that is still wearable and in reasonable condition can be donated to thrift stores. Look critically at what you have kept and make up different outfits using each garment multiple times.

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Saving Money Green Money Clothing and Accessories 249

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

I bought a roll in 2011 and have been using it for everything from Christmas wrap to kid crafts to posters to mailing packages every since. Dig out that box of material you thought you might use and pick out some pieces to use for wrapping, or to make bows. Make your own gift boxes using Origami. Make gift tags.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 17, 2013

Use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without”. Dad was a WWII generation kid who grew up on a farm in the Mid-west. Do you enjoy making old things new again? Remember when high school kids were required to take shop and/or home economics? Do you keep things until no one else wants them? If so, you are in the minority.

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Repairs San Francisco Radios Garage 214

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

Make it a game and be creative when looking for money within your budget and finding new ways to earn extra money. It sounds dreadful, but it is possible to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. For ideas, read: 5 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas. Related Reading: Make meal planning a priority.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

When designers need to clear out the previous season’s merchandise and sell clothing that didn’t make the final production cut, they’ll slash prices, making it at least somewhat more affordable for the average consumer. Just make sure you’re dealing with reputable sellers before you place a bid. Check the Kids Section.

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Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

All those items got plenty of use as all three of my kids used them. Then, my friends pay for baby and me exercise classes so they can get out of the house, make friends, and get some exercises. Why Does Not Spending on Your Children Make Others Angry? There was very little I had to buy for my child after these showers.

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Since my kids play on the floors a lot I feel like I need to clean the floors often and that isn’t fun. I don’t have time to make them pretty–I just need them to be functional. And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. And there lies my dilemma.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 17, 2012

Lunch Bags Plastic grocery bags also make great lunch bags for your kids or for you. Clothing Bags If you donate clothing to your local thrift stores , then these bags can help you out. They are the perfect size, and this way you don’t have to dump loose litter into your trash can.

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Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I mention in another post, I did struggle when my kids were little but we made it through it. If I had know about all of the ways to save, I would have taught my kids at a young age to help them save later in life. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. Use Coupons.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I mention in another post, I did struggle when my kids were little but we made it through it. If I had know about all of the ways to save, I would have taught my kids at a young age to help them save later in life. Shop Thrift Stores. I love shopping at Thrift Shops and Discount Stores. Use Coupons.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 8, 2012

The days of summer are waning and to parents of school-age kids, that can mean only one thing — School Shopping! I get a high from putting together an outfit that makes me feel cute. I also love dressing my kids well. This goes for the kids, too. but I prioritize the needs first. :: Find “Your” store.

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Thrifting Thrift Stores Clothes Clothing 76

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Instead, why not consider making some of your own Halloween décor? Make a dollar store fallscape. You can then frame the arrangement in a simple orange or black frame (spray paint a dollar store or thrift store frame to get this look) and you have instant art! Take a look! Get spraying! Happy crafting!

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Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

It’s made up of several cities and towns to make the region. Using these services can also be a great way of making new friends. Adjusting to a new town can be difficult, but using these tips to explore can make that adaption period easier. I moved in 2010 to the region in which I currently live. Visit Your Local YMCA.

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Golf Thrift Stores Green And Frugal Budgeting 200

Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2019

Plus, some recalled car seats might slip through into thrift stores. Meeting up with someone you don’t know to make a purchase can be dangerous, so be very cautious when buying items on Facebook. Your sister has some baby clothes her kid has outgrown. Embrace Hand-Me-Downs. Look for Deals.

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Saving Money Car Seats Money Mom 67

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. If you find yourself hitting the drive thru on your way to work, start making your breakfast and brewing your coffee at home. For ideas, read: 5 Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas. 5 – Brown bag your lunch.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

Garage sales are a great way to make some extra money, and they are a great activity for kids during the summer break. With the proper amount of planning, you can have an easy, stress free garage sale where you make a profit. You can easily find tags or stickers at a local store that will help make the prices more visible.

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Garage Sale Garage Sale Canning 202

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

We made one big financial goal for 2019 and are striving and working hard to make progress. I will start preparing for the winter to spring wardrobe transition by spending the month going through our warm weather clothing bins and taking an inventory of needs, so I can take advantage of sales and thrift store finds. Plan ahead.

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March Financial Goals Budgeting Budget 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

All my life, others have tried to make me feel guilty about stuff – guilty about not having enough stuff, guilty about not having the right stuff, guilty about having too much stuff, guilty about spending too much money on stuff or not spending enough on stuff, and guilty about throwing stuff away. You want stuff. Leaving the nest.

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Cycle Kids and Family Friends And Family Sale Garage Sale 113

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Make some leaf rubbings. Remember those leaf rubbings you use to make in grade school? Make some instant fall art. You can find plenty of frames at your local dollar store or thrift store. Make leaf men and women. Make leaf men and women. Kids will love this craft! All rights reserved.

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Crafts Craft Thrift Stores Art 75

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Participate in local food drives and donations and involve your kids in your actions. You can make it fun for you kids by running a household scavenger hunt in which you reward you children for finding household items to donate, such as clothes, toys, books, old appliances, and canned goods. The key is to invest the time to.

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Thrifty Recycle Recycled Recycling 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It’s also a wonderful experience for the whole family, and spending some time in the great outdoors can teach the kids a thing or two about “roughing it” and what it takes to survive out in the wilderness (even if you’re in a park). Make multiple lists and plan everything out in detail. List down a few options on where to go.

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Budgeting Budget Family Kids and Family 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

Did you make 2018 financial goals ? We even bought an online package years ago, but have since decided that we will have a lawyer draw up our will, medical directive, and power of attorney documents to make sure everything is in place legally. Our 2 Main Financial Goals for 2018: 1 – Finish the will. Plan our Spending.

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Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2020

The last loan was his student loan and I wanted him to make that final payment. I feel like I made a lot of trips to the thrift store to donate our stuff, but my house will tell you otherwise. That book has changed my outlook on reusing, recycling, making do, and rethinking one use products. Moving on to 2020!

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Financial Goals Goals 2020 2019 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

The Women in World History website reported the following as Evidence Taken by Children’s Employment Commission February 1841: “Miss — has been for several years in the dress-making business…The common hours of business are from 8 a.m. I could work and make many times more than I could ever save by sewing.

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2012

These make nice gifts too. Thrift stores are also a great place to shop. Instead of the kids running in and ripping into presents one right after another, only one person at a time opened one gift. They kind of look like the ones for sale at Curious Country Creations. Save On Holiday Parties And Dinners.

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Holiday Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Christmas 202

Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

50 cents at a thrift store, but you can even grab a 50-100 piece puzzle at the dollar store and it will work great too. Check out your dollar store for lots of options. See how easy it is to make this fun and frugal fall craft? Puzzle Piece Apple. Supplies Needed: Small to medium sized puzzle pieces. Picture frame.

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DIY Frugal Green And Frugal Painting 105

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2014

Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. I used an old seat cushion I had and wrapped it with brand new material from another garage sale to pretty it up and make it softer, then stacked new throw pillows I found at yet another sale for $.50 Kid’s scooter – $1.

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Buy Buying Garage Sale Garage 178

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 8, 2013

If you have kids, purchasing used or discounted clothing and toys is a great way to save money. Kids grow out of them so fast that buying them new really is a waste. If negotiating makes you nervous, follow these simple tips from Life Hacker. Here is a rundown of three easy ways to save money, and a lot of it. No matter what.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

Make it a Necessities Only Year. Choose Thrift First. I have made a pact with myself that if I don’t already own something that I need, I will either: make do with what I have, find said item at a thrift store, borrow, or forget about it. In other words, I’m coming up short. Guidelines for 2016: 1.

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Financial Goals Goals 2016 Debt 100

For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Plenty of people can save money if they just make little changes that barely even alter the way that they live their lives. While those purchases can and do put a dent in our savings, they are so infrequent that they barely make much of a difference overall. You aren’t limited to just thrift stores.

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