Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 19, 2013

You were going to save a bundle on your grocery bill by growing your own vegetables and herbs. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. While the filter cost a little more up front, we have savings over time. Plant a Garden. Replace Some of Your Light Bulbs.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

The tagline of my website is A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned because I firmly believe that statement! Saving $100 is the same as making $100! I’m always looking for a new way to save money, so I love reading other people’s tips on how they save extra cash. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 24, 2015

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. Know what different plants require: Finally, be aware of the growing conditions needed for certain plants.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

The tagline of my website is A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned because I firmly believe that statement! Saving $100 is the same as making $100! I’m always looking for a new ways to save, so I’ve compiled this awesome list of over 60 articles to help you save on just about everything. by Koupon Krazed.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 2, 2012

Earning from trash through recycling is a great way to earn some extra cash and help save the environment at the same time. In some cities, you can take aluminum (and other metals, like copper) or glass to your local recycling plant. 5 Ways to Save Money and the Planet at Work How many of you work in an office?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

By doing this you save money and over 53 million trees and 56 billion gallons of water a year. Choose detergents that are plant based, concentrated, and biodegradable. This saves our energy consumption as well as over $70,000 in our lifetime. By switching to recycled toilet paper you can help save 1 million trees a year and 1.35

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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. Cover plant pots for one off coordinated dining room décor. 8 Ways to Save on Christmas. Leave no stone unturned and do not assume anything is trash. Christmas in July.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2019

On top of saving yourself some money, upcycling also benefits the planet by keeping things out of ever-growing landfills. It’s always better to reuse than recycle! Just keep in mind that some jars will be too big for most succulent plants! Even recycling has its environmental costs. Hanging Lanterns.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 21, 2020

Using less water helps protect this limited resource, and these eight simple ways to save water are easy to do and could help you save money. Reducing the amount of time you spend in the shower can save a lot of water. Reuse Water When You Can. One easy way to save that water is to collect it in a jug or bucket.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

You might be surprised at the types of plants you can grow in a container garden. Here are some ideas for re-using old items for your container garden: Seed Starts If you are just starting some seeds, for later planting in a container or a more traditional garden plot, there are a number of interesting alternatives.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

This saves on packaging as well as transportation because larger amounts can be shipped in one load. 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. Buy in bulk. Buy in bulk as many items as you can. Recycle, recycle, recycle.

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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! #1 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden.

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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. You can cancel subscribe & save subscriptions at any time under your account. shipped with subscribe & save.

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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! #1 3 Easy Garden Plants for Kids. #9 How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Most people have computers these days and an email account, so send out digital invitations, to save on paper, ink and postage. Print them yourself to save money. Ask the guests to RSVP by phone or email to save paper and postage. This saves you having to do a big clean-up and possibly uses less water and power.

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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. So, now we know that you’ll definitely save money by buying rechargeable batteries instead of disposable ones but what about the environment ? Which of these types of batteries is the greener option? The Eco-Impact.

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