Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

We do put up decorations (ones I buy at garage sales or thrift stores and reuse each year). Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. Like me, buy them used and then reuse them each year. Put your unwanted Halloween decorations out for reuse by donating them. What do you do to recycle/reuse on Halloween?

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Halloween Green Reuse Garage 138

Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Recycled Can Cutlery Holder. So instead of throwing tissue boxes away, this is a great way to store your yarn, PLUS you can get the kids involved! Such a cute way to reuse toilet paper rolls (or even paper towel rolls if you have longer cords). And now my ribbons are neatly stored away! This was an amazing find for me!

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Storage Reuse Phones Recycle 75

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

For example, you should at least have separate bins for recyclable and non-recyclable waste. When shopping, you need to be very keen on what you buy; have a plan before going to the store and make sure you only get the stuff you need. Recycling . If you cannot be able to reuse something, you should work on recycling it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Here are some ways we recycled our moving waste: Creative Ways to Use the Excess Supply. Building a fort out of the boxes is another way to recycle and keep the kids entertained. We hauled all the excess out to recycling on our curbside recycling day. Wrapping paper. Practical Ways to Use the Excess. Sell the excess.

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Moving Company Making Recycle Recycled 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

Because they can be washed and reused they are much cheaper in the long run. Reuse Bags You can save a little money by reusing your plastic storage bags. Granted when you go to the store, you are bombarded by dozens of options for keeping your kitchen counters clean. Just using a bag twice can help you save money.

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Saving Money Kitchen Money Reuse 202

Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 10, 2024

If you are, then check out alltravelsizes or Minimus for your favorites if you can't find them at the store. I've tried multiple brands, but I really like Bite , because they work much better than others, taste better, and come in glass bottles that can be recycled or reused. Contact solution goes a long way.

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Lighting Travel Makeup Home 182

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Below is a list of things I (or hubby) have personally saved and reused. Shopping bags are reused as carry alls for gifts and travel needs. Decorated bags (such as those you put gifts in) are just reused for gift giving. The stores want you to think you need a new one for each job, but you don’t. Containers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Opt out of paper and plastic bags at the grocery stores. Put a few fabric bags in your car so that you have them handy for when you stop in at the store. Get a rack from the store that has a rod for hangers and you are good to go. Use recycled toilet pape r. They can be thrown in the wash and reused again for next time.

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Making Reuse Recycle Recycled 196

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

In many localities, it’s possible to find stores that allow you to bring your own packaging. You won’t need to make as many trips to the store if you make it a point to maintain what you already have. Turn old towels into bags that can be taken to the grocery store. Pay attention to that when you buy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 6, 2014

The old phrase “reduce, reuse, recycle” is crucial when it comes to small, and inexpensive, ways of going green. For example, rather than purchase water in plastic bottles, invest in a faucet-mount water filter that retails for less than $40 and reuse glass juice and milk bottles. Start Small. Larger Changes.

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Green Recycle Recycled Recycling 113

Couponing 101

MARCH 19, 2019

Even recycling has its environmental costs. It’s always better to reuse than recycle! This mason jar tissue holder is a great replacement for those square boxes that sell for $10+ at the store. On top of saving yourself some money, upcycling also benefits the planet by keeping things out of ever-growing landfills.

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Flowers and Plants Recycle Recycled Recycling 72

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Do they recycle? Do they use recycled products? It also limits your carbon footprint because you don’t have to drive to the store as often to buy a product. Recycle, recycle, recycle. If you have items you aren’t using, recycle them or give them to someone who can reuse them.

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Consumer Recycle Recycled Recycling 124

Couponing 101

APRIL 17, 2020

These seven DIY yard games can bring you and your family hours of fun without the need to venture out to a store or wait for an online order. We selected this tutorial because the results look like a fancy store-bought cornhole board, but it is so much more affordable. Cornhole Boards via A Wonderful Thought.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2015

Green shopping with companies that reduce shipping impacts, reuse and recycle packaging, shrink carbon footprints, and are committed to resource conservation are hard to find. Stores like Nordstrom are committed to sustaining the environment and getting you those Jimmy Choo’s for less.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Look for eco-friendly products with limited recyclable packaging, low-toxicity, no petrochemicals, are biodegradable and phosphate-free. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need. It’s easier to go out a buy a new one, right?

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At Home Home Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale 197

Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

That being said, in-person thrift stores aren’t always ideal. The more we can all reduce and reuse clothes, the less waste will be added to the problem! ThredUP bills itself as the “largest online consignment & thrift store.” Thrift shopping is making a comeback and we are loving it!

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Thrifting Shopping Thrift Stores Consignment 58

Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 15, 2014

10 Tips To Saving Money at the Grocery Store by Koupon Krazed. How to Remove Ink from Plastic Containers – Reuse Your Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 20+ Ways to Reuse Diaper Wipe Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Store food properly to make it last as long as possible. 3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe How to Save Money by Greening your Wardrobe 8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse Cutting Costs and Buying Used Clothes Repair, Don’t Replace. If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it (or replace it).

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Making Do Making Green And Frugal Friends And Family Sale 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Save power – replace the old incandescent light bulbs with the new CFLs; replace halogens with the new LEDs; turn the lights of after hours; turn off the lights in seldom used rooms such as store rooms; turn off the air conditioning after hours. This saves power, cuts electricity bills and does not affect the comfort of the workers.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 1, 2015

10 Tips To Saving Money at the Grocery Store by Koupon Krazed. How to Remove Ink from Plastic Containers – Reuse Your Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 21 Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags – Plastic Recycling by Sweet Pennies From Heaven. 20+ Ways to Reuse Diaper Wipe Containers by Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

is available now on the Apple App Store , Google Play , and the Amazon App Store. is available now on the Apple App Store , Google Play , and the Amazon App Store. Purchase Information: PIXEL’D is available on the App Store for iOS devices. Product Name: Where’s My Water? Product Price: $0.99.

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2012 Holiday Gifts Auto Parts and Accessories 91

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

And while there are many individuals and groups working to make that a reality, it’s a rather difficult achievement because of the way we have set our society up to be one of convenience and disposability rather than reuse. Reuse Everything Glass jars make great water bottles at home. Where I live, nearly anything can be recycled.

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Home Making Reuse Recycle 229

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2013

Here are five things commonly found in stores under the “green” label: Single-serve coffee makers. Those machines use plastic coffee pods that are often labeled as being recyclable – but only if you fully wash them out, take them apart, and separate all the pieces… which we know no one is doing. Reuse and repurpose.

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Consumerism Environmental Movement Green Reuse 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 21, 2011

A better option to use is recyclable batteries. Recyclable batteries are much greener to produce and they can last for many years. Be sure to dispose of recyclable batteries properly. The plastic bags that you get at grocery stores are an environmental nightmare. 10 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Recycle/Reuse.

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Used Printers Recycle Recycled 140

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2020

I feel like I made a lot of trips to the thrift store to donate our stuff, but my house will tell you otherwise. That book has changed my outlook on reusing, recycling, making do, and rethinking one use products. It was a long road and we were finally non-mortgage debt FREE!! 2 – Reduce our clutter. Moving on to 2020!

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Financial Goals Goals 2020 2019 130

Couponing 101

MARCH 12, 2011

This family lives a Zero Waste lifestyle – meaning they REFUSE, reduce, reuse, and recycle almost everything. I am in AWE. You can see an example of six months worth of trash in their home – it all fits in two hands. When I came across the Zero Waste Home blog I was captivated.

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