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How To Re-use Common Items

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Below is a list of things I (or hubby) have personally saved and reused. Zip lock bags are routinely washed and used again for food (or other) storage. Plastic bags are used as trash can liners, food carriers on trips, package stuffing for shipping and re-wrapping precious Christmas keepsakes for storage. Containers.

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Don’t Dig a Money Pit in Your Garden

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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

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7 Ways to Upcycle Glass Jars

Couponing 101

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! Antebellum Bathroom Storage. I don’t know about you, but I can always use more kitchen storage! Farmhouse Kitchen Canisters.