Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

But there are ways to save – consider used furniture. While most folks consider wood and metal used furniture to be quite restorable, many turn their noses up at re-using fabric covered items. You can also find older, quality items at used furniture stores. How to make used furniture usable.

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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. Two liter soda bottles.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2012

Below are four quick, simple ways to build a bird feeder from recycled materials that you probably have laying around the house. Soda bottle and spoon bird feeder. You will need: Washed soda bottle. Use the craft knife to cut the first cross and then make it a small circle, to fit the handle of the wooden spoon.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 2, 2011

And with spring time comes spring cleaning, the chance to de-clutter your house, get rid of the belongings you no longer have use for and freshen up the old place. But the cost of cleaning products and the chemicals used in many of them means that spring cleaning can come at a cost to both you and the environment.

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Frugal Luxuries

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

A three-inch section burns for approximately an hour, while the smart design ensures a better use of wax than traditional shapes. Especially considering they include five types of essential oils to flavor your balm! ~~~ Lovely how-to/recipe cards for future use. The copper-finish plate and clip bring a warm touch to your home.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

The album also includes re-worked versions of some of Laurie’s classic originals (“Under A Shady Tree,” “Five Days Old”) –and, of course, the beloved Laurie Berkner bedtime favorites, “Moon Moon Moon” and “Goodnight.” The whole set is made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 10, 2019

They’re highly trained, know the menu, and can answer all your questions. The restaurant chain is committed to being “green”, utilizing high-efficiency kitchen equipment, menus printed on recycled paper, and the use of recycled materials throughout the restaurant. There’s a reason they’re busy every.

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