Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 2, 2014

If you can make your shoes last longer, you can tuck away the savings in that rainy day fund. Wear the right shoe for the right occasion. What tips do you have on keeping shoe expenses in check? Growing up in the 1950′s, people judged you by the state of your shoes. Don’t wear the same shoe every day.

Shoes 170

Shoes Saving Money Making Money 170

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 5, 2015

In 2013, The Christmas Savings Club encouraged all of us to save monthly so that we could have a cash Christmas. In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. Can I make do with something else around my house?

Thrifting 100

Thrifting 2015 Thrift Stores Buying Second-Hand 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. For one-time special occasions, ask friends if you can borrow instead of buying new. Can I make do with something else around my house?

Thrifting 100

Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. For one-time special occasions, ask friends if you can borrow instead of buying new. Can I make do with something else around my house?

Thrifting 100

Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. For one-time special occasions, ask friends if you can borrow instead of buying new. Can I make do with something else around my house?

Thrifting 100

Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Make a list of what you need and take it along to your favorite thrift store FIRST before you go to a regular store.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting March Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100