Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

Recycling is great for the environment and we should all be doing it (in spite of my title), but reusing is even better. When you can reuse or re-purpose an item, you are not only saving it from the landfills, but you are also saving the expense and energy which would have been expended when you recycle. Clothes pins. Popsicle sticks.

Reuse 100

Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 23, 2012

My son was delighted with the used sewing machine my mother bought for him. From photography to woodworking to painting to sewing, you can use your talents to create personal and unique gifts. There are a number items now that are created from recycled materials, as well as other eco-friendly materials. Buy Vintage.

Giving 202

Giving Holiday Gifts Recycle 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. Search the attic, the backs of the closets, the garage and see what inspiration presents. If you sew, take off the buttons, zippers, lace, netting or whatever to use later. What do you do to recycle/reuse on Halloween? No kids = no money on candy = no candy wrappers in the landfill.

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Halloween Green Reuse Garage 138