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Don’t Recycle, Reuse

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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.

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40 Recycled Craft Projects for Kids via Family Fun

Birmingham Bargain Mom

Projects include no-sew pillowcase skirts, orange juice carton wallets, recycled cookie tin message center and more.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you’ll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. If you have never attempted to make your own clothes before, or if you have little or no sewing skills, finding some good reference materials is a great place to start. Learn How to Sew.

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Sustainable Gift Giving this Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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.

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Go Green This Halloween

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Tip # 2 Recycle/reuse costumes. 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. No kids = no parties or haunted houses = money saved. Buy one then sell, donate or exchange it.

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Affordable DIY Sensory Play Activities for Kids

Couponing 101

These bottles are so easy to make with a recycled water bottle and they are perfect for calming kids down. There is no sewing required. Probably one of the most popular and really the easiest sensory tool you can make. Meraki Mother uses only 2 ingredients and helps hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Jell-O Soap Foam via Fun-A-Day.

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Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Ny taking your own bags, reusing plastic bags you already have or even sewing some fabric bags from old t-shirts and things you can save a lot. Learn to reduce, reuse recycle everything. Everything has another use is a saying often heard in regards to recycling. Reduce what you consume, reuse what you can and recycle the rest.