Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Learn How to Sew. Getting Started.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

We set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. Back in 2013, I had a year-long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. You earn money after each donation. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 8, 2015

I get to be crafty and save money and the cats get fun toys to play with. One of the easiest things to make are DIY No Sew Catnip Toys. DIY No Sew Catnip Toys. The post DIY No Sew Catnip Toys Tutorial #MyCatMyMuse appeared first on FTM. So I try to make cat toys for our cats. Sharp Scissors.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 2, 2016

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money, the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Sew up the small opening and you have and instant loofah.

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For the Mommas

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Save Money By Finding New Uses For Old Items. When most of us make the decision to start saving money , the focus is on the actual dollar amount we spend every month. Did you know that you can also save money by reusing old items that you would normally throw away? Sew up the small opening and you have and instant loofah.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

To be honest, we set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. In 2013, I had a year long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies. Do you love to sew/knit/crochet?

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 3, 2014

That’s a lot of money and if you don’t have the cash , PLEASE don’t feel compelled to spend what you don’t have. It is possible to give thoughtful gifts with very little money or even no money at all. Are you a knitter, crafter or do you know how to use a sewing machine? Give the gift of lessons.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

There is also essential baby gear, like a car seat, travel system, or baby capsule, that you may need to spend money on. How much are you currently spending monthly, and where is your money going? It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste simultaneously. Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

I hate to spend money on things that end up in the trash. Again, I HATE to spend money on things that just end up in the trash. I didn’t bother sewing the squares to have neat edges, like I’ve seen on Pinterest. Homekeeping Saving Money - In the Home' I am also madly in love with my Swiffer Sweepervac.

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MARCH 5, 2012

This is a great way to be eco-friendly and save money by using what you already have on hand. The best part is that the project is really simple and requires very little sewing. Check out this super easy-to-follow tutorial on how to make your own produce bag from an old t-shirt ! Thanks, Delia Creates ! Please send me an email !

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Saving In Akron

JANUARY 27, 2012

How To Sew: Basics. The Money Savin Maven by Janet Davis. Ultimate Leadership: Winning Executive Strategies for Your Situation by Russell E Palmer. Quick and Easy Family Dinner Cookbook by Gooseberry Patch. by Tom Watson. Online Quilting Class (must register an account). How To Make a Duct Tape Wallet by Sarah Richards.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This list of thoughtful, but FREE Christmas gift ideas is proof that you don’t need to spend a lot of money on the people you gift to if you use your time, resources, and creativity. Are you a knitter, or crafter or do you know how to use a sewing machine? This post has been updated, it was originally published in 2015.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

How can you be money wise and green this Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. If you sew, take off the buttons, zippers, lace, netting or whatever to use later. After Halloween, the parts go back. Re-purpose the used costume.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2014

We learned how to stretch our money in Chicago, and we were fairly good at it. The locals can be full of information about how to save money. I told her I didn’t have one because we were new to the area, so she gave me one and also gave me a quick run down about how you can use the rewards to save money on gas.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

A simple book using different fabrics and textures can easily be sewn up on a sewing machine to provide hours of exploration and learning. Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written by Janelle, a freelance writer passionate about saving money and still living life to the fullest. Lie on the floor with them to play and talk.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 17, 2020

Where you direct your money determines which businesses thrive and which are forced to shutter their doors. Sew Dope Creations. Sew Dope Creations has adorable, affordably priced clothing and accessories for children. Believe it or not, shopping might be one of the most impactful things you do.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Learn to hem and patch and sew on buttons to repair minor issues with clothing. Use the life out of all your appliances, but save up enough money to replace them quickly if they are nearing the end of their lifespan. This used to be a common occurrence with a shoe repair shop on every main street. Buy good clothing, used.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Once at the condo, with the material, the sewing machine, pinking shears, scissors, thread, tools (staple gun, staples, knives, screwdrivers, tack hammers, mallets, utility knife and etc) I set out to re-do my first chair. Most pieces just stapled back on but there were a couple that I had to use the sewing machine to stitch.

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Work With What You've Got

JANUARY 25, 2010

So Nathan was working his shift, and I had friends over, watching a DVD, and we were trying to scrape together enough money for a frozen pizza. But what was really interesting was that I was working on a swap. I had organized a clothing swap that worked entirely through the mail.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

Of course there are personal benefits as well – you save money by not buying or by buying used and you save money by not paying sales taxes for a new item. If you want to get fancy, draw, paint or sew buttons on it for eyes. Go Green Money Tips' You all know you can make puppets for kids from an old sock.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Sure, you can treat yourself to a massage or to a spa treatment in order to relax and unwind, but these cost money and lots of it! Get creative and try some needlepoint, sewing, crocheting, or other hands-on crafts. Sewing machine or needle and thread. So what is the solution? It is much easier than you may think. Dried Rice.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 28, 2013

Numerous studies on the subject have shown that most people surveyed put happiness ahead of money or fame, when asked what things are most important to them. However, many also report that they find happiness to be elusive. So, if happiness is so important, why do so many people need to know how to be happy?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

So let’s look at some ways to shop and save money when expecting a baby. Be selective about what you actually buy and save a lot of money from the beginning. If you are handy with a sewing machine, or know someone who is, make your own sheets for the bassinet and crib. DIY whenever you can; you will save a load of cash.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Learn to crochet (knit, sew, build a birdhouse, build a model, play chess). Teach Your Kids About Money Early On. Challenge your kids to find material and make up characters – then let them put on a puppet show for you! What do you know how to do? Is your child old enough? Is your child interested? This post was written by Marie.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I My mom cut coupons and sewed her own clothes and mine, as well. When they got married, they bought a duplex so that the rent money from the tenant in the upstairs apartment would pay the mortgage. There are a few “whys” for me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

Shared memory exists between you as to where that electric screwdriver or sewing case is stored. This will also reinforce on your memory where you have stored your things. Share with others in the household when you move or remove things. Re-build that memory when things get rearranged. Get in the habit of putting things where they belong.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? 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. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? Out of necessity originally.

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Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Sure, you can treat yourself to a massage or to a spa treatment in order to relax and unwind, but these cost money and lots of it! Get creative and try some needlepoint, sewing, crocheting, or other hands-on crafts. Sewing machine or needle and thread. So what is the solution? It is much easier than you may think. Dried Rice.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Not only would we save a ton of money, but it’s a project we can do together. Fabric glue $2.00 (because I was too lazy to sew). Make Halloween about fun and imagination and not about spending a ton of money to look great. Being the creative person that I am I decided we are going to make costumes this year.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 12, 2012

Sayward was just a teen, but she took charge of preparing her mother’s body for burial – instructing her sisters to help her wash her mom’s body, clean the clothing to bury her in and sew a pillow to put under her head. Related posts: 5 Ways to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time. This post was written by Marie.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 28, 2014

Lightning deals on Amazon are a great way to save money. Little Tikes Lalaloopsy Sew Cute Playhouse. There are limited supplies, so you do have to act quickly. Follow these tips (and this short video) to increase your odds of scoring one of these deals! Garlando F-200 Evolution Foosball Table. Monster High Frights, Camera, Action!

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 23, 2014

Sewing School 101 by Nicole Bennett. Simple Cooking to Save You Money by Kelly Crawford. Real Food on a Real Budget by Stephanie Langford. Restoring the Lost Petal by Danielle Tate. Set Apart: Becoming a Woman of Virtue in a Modern World by Various Authors. Simple Natural Health by Nina Nelson. Simplified Dinners Mystie Winckler.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2016

You still have to have money (just as our ancestors needed something to trade with). Sewing kit. You use your time gardening or tending animals, canning, plowing or digging wells and you aren’t going to have time to go to the higher paying job. Today’s surgeons won’t take a load of hay to pay for your operation.

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 14, 2013

From the creators of Lalaloopsy™ comes a sew magical movie with Lala-Oopsies: A Sew Magical Tale – The Movie ! Experience a whimsical land of ballerinas, fairies, mermaids and more when Lala-Oopsies: A Sew Magical Tale – The Movie arrives on DVD, Digital Download and Video on Demand September 3 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Equipped with an energy savings thermostat that gives you just the right amount of heat by regulating the wattage consumption based on your desired temperature, the EnergySmart® 360 Surround can save consumers money without sacrificing comfort. . Each May Book is 5×8 inches with 80 pages and the binding is hand sewn on a sewing machine.

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Coupons Do Work

MARCH 4, 2017

Retail Coupons Weekend Roundup: If you’re planning on shopping this weekend, here are several awesome printable retail coupons you’ll want to take with you when decide to go shopping to save you even more money! Aeropostale – $10 off $40 or $20 off $75 purchase 3/15. Belk – Extra 25% off purchase Exp 3/5 & More.

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Couponing 101

DECEMBER 18, 2014

No-Sew Superhero Capes via Jolly Mom If you’re not super crafty, have no fear! No wrapping required, and that saves you money, too! DIY Creative Cash Gift Idea via The Redefined Mom This is perfect for that teenager or college student in your life! You can make these babies without a needle and thread.

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