Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 13, 2011

In the past, I have taken advantage of Home Depot’s B1G1 FREE plants to start part of the garden, but since my son is really wanting to be involved with the entire process this year, I’m using the garden as a learning tool. I picked up organic seeds and planted yellow squash, tomatoes, jalapenos, cucumber, lettuce, cilantro, and basil.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

We also used the 40 year old burnt orange coffee pot to make coffee that day as well as the 20 year old ice chest and 25 year old rain ponchos from the local amusement park, old plastic forks and spoons, unused condiment packages from fast food restaurant stops and plastic tablecloths used at last years wedding shower. Containers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Coined in 1973 by Liz Christy and her Green Guerrilla group in New York City, guerrilla gardening uses “seed grenades” as a way of introducing vegetation to empty lots in NYC in order to make the city look better. Sure, people do actually plant some of them, but I think throwing them is much more fun. Plan a mission.

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Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Los Angeles 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 19, 2013

Instead, you broke your budget buying every gadget from the big box gardening store – not to mention the pricier mature plants and the chemicals to make them grow faster and produce more. Grow Plants That Will Thrive In Your Climate. Surely, you will be that expert gardener who figures a way to make it work, right?

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Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Money 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2015

I still have some old flower pots from before, and these would make great containers for some of my vegetables. As you prepare to plant, though, it’s important to remember a few things that can increase your chance of success: Remember proper drainage: You need to make sure that your containers have good drainage.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

While many of us want to live more sustainably, it can be difficult to make the switch suddenly. These make great shopping bags, and you won’t have to buy new bags. However, it makes sense to look for used items before you go buy new. Plant a Garden. Plant three or four things, just to get started.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 30, 2013

We would pull weeds, pick produce, plant seeds , water, and generally putter in the garden. However, don’t make the rookie mistake that I made. This further blocks the sunlight from getting to the weeds and also provides a nice drainage for the plants that you actually want to keep in the garden.

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Gardening Garden Home and Garden Landscaping 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Being aware and choosing to make better environmental choices are good ways to start turning things around for our planet. If you want to draw attention to the environment and the fact that you are throwing a green party, make this your theme. Also, if you are planning a New Year’s party, are you going to make it green?

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Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2019

Instead of spending $10 on a decorative storage jar at Hobby Lobby or Target, you can upcycle and make one at a fraction of the price. It’s always better to reuse than recycle! Before you get started on any upcycle projects, you’ll want to make sure to get those labels (and pesky glue residue) off your jars.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Dasani and the Coca-Cola Company have taken great steps towards making sure that the future of our planet is improved instead of depleted by working towards a bottle made entirely from plants! . Currently, Dasani’s completely recyclable PET bottle sources 30% of its materials from approved plant resources!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 29, 2011

Think outside the gift giving box this season; look at old unused items that may have parts that can be reused for other interesting and unique gifts. To make up-cycling for holiday and Christmas gifts work, you will need to be a little crafty, however the end result will be a unique and personal gift. The possibilities are endless.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Rechargeable batteries on the other hand, can be recharged and reused up to 500 times, extending their life considerably. Older types of batteries contained a large amount of mercury which is toxic to plants and animals and should never be released into the environment.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. 5 Tech Tools to Help Make Saving Money Easier by Two Kids & A Coupon. How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent #2 by Coupon Closet. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Eat a plant based diet. Instead, eat a plant based diet which is full of nutrients, anti-oxidants and is healthier for you and mother nature. If you have items you aren’t using, recycle them or give them to someone who can reuse them. Make sure to buy clothes that are made from organic materials such as organic cotton.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 21, 2020

Want an easy way to make an impact immediately? The world has a limited supply of fresh water, and the purification process to make it potable requires energy. Reuse Water When You Can. Then, you can use it to water your plants. Cut down on how much water you use at home! Fill Your Washer and Dishwasher. Eat Less Meat.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 5, 2011

It is also renewable, as the water is pumped back into the dam to be reused time and time again or is allowed to run downstream, continuing the normal flow of the river. This can be a contentious issue as the land may be prime agricultural land, have cultural significance or contain habitats for native plants, birds and animals.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

Saving $100 is the same as making $100! How to Make your own Laundry Detergent by I Am That Lady. 5 Tech Tools to Help Make Saving Money Easier by Two Kids & A Coupon. How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent #2 by Coupon Closet. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 12, 2015

For the third year in a row, Entenmann’s will partner with TerraCycle, an international leader in the collection and reuse of non-recyclable post-consumer waste, for the Little Bites “Turn Trash to Cash” recycling campaign. What a way to make Earth Day extra green!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2012

How about helping them make a lasting gift for Mom? Making a garden stepping stone is not difficult or expensive, but does require some adult supervision. Here are some of the supplies suggested: Cement (a kind that makes a nice smooth surface, not the really gravelly kind) Water and a stir paddle to mix up with the cement.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2016

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Why not reuse and save some money! . #2 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden.

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Used Home and Garden Re-use Gardening 58

Couponing 101

APRIL 4, 2015

Printable Coupons $3/1 Garden of Life Organic Plant Protein $10/$50 or $15/$75 at Big Lots — browse their shelves for a bunch of natural, organic, and gluten-free products + a nice selection of Bob’s Red Mill. Here are the best Organic, Natural, and Gluten-Free Coupons, Deals, and Freebies this week!

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 26, 2015

We recently planted an orange tree and I can’t wait until it is producing so I can have fresh squeezed orange juice, sliced oranges on my salad, orange marmalade, or just a quick snack! Why not reuse and save some money! . #2 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden.

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