Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

Not only do I save a significant amount of money, but I also keep those still useable items out of the landfill. Likewise, thrift stores are always full of people. While they may have had to buy used in the early days of their marriage, they now likely have enough money to buy new, but they choose not to. Electronics.

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Buying Second-Hand Saving Money Money Garage Sale 177

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Cutting Costs and Buying Used Clothes Buying used clothes can be a great way to save money, especially if you have rapidly growing children. How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap.

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Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Couponing 101

JUNE 11, 2019

Babies grow quickly, so you might find perfectly good baby clothes that were barely used at a thrift shop. While shopping secondhand can be a great way to save, don’t skimp when safety is on the line. Plus, some recalled car seats might slip through into thrift stores. For instance, car seats have expiration dates.

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Saving Money Car Seats Money Mom 67

Saving Cents With Sense

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes. Instead, get a little creative and see how you can save money on Halloween costumes by thinking outside of the retail store box. If you are not sure where to begin, take a look below at 5 ways to save money on Halloween costumes. Visit your local thrift shop.

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Saving Money Halloween Money Clothing and Accessories 94

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 9, 2012

5 Ways The Library Can Help You Save Money Your local library is a wonderful resource when it comes to saving money, and it is one that many people. 8 Great Things that You Can Find at Thrift Stores Don't forget to enter to win an iPad 3 here at PET. Tell us how you use your Kindle.

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Saving Money Money Library Saving 188

Fashion Without Guilt

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Thrift Shopping has never been a absolute favorite past time for me. I have several friends that swear by Thrift Shopping but for me, being able to shop for what I want without the hassle of searching endlessly is worth the extra money. WHO KNOW THRIFTING COULD BE SO MUCH FUN AND REWARDING!!! BUT MAN WAS I WRONG.

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Thrifting Finds Shopping Polls 79

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 6, 2016

And the bonus to starting these new habits is that you can save quite a bit of money too. So we’re helping the environment and saving money…it’s a win-win. 6 Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet. By eating your leftovers, you are saving money and avoiding the land fills.

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Saving Money Gift Cards Money Giveaway 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 15, 2011

But there are still opportunities to instil some thrift without losing the hedonistic experience – here are a few tips to saving money at festivals. Today you can couple muddy fields, smelly toilets, huge amounts of beer and hopefully the odd band, with a whole lot of cash.

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Saving Money Money Tickets Saving 160

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

How did you become interesting in saving money? I think I first got interested in money by … not having any! Once I started working and did have more money (although, as a teacher, especially at a private Christian school, never all that much!), I have always wanted to save money for the future.

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Oregon Home and Garden Kids and Family Money 190

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

Buying used clothes can be a great way to save money, especially if you have rapidly growing children. You can defray some of your clothing costs by shopping for deals at used clothing stores or thrift stores. Even if you do not have any growing children, buying clothing at thrift stores is a great way to cut costs.

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Clothes Clothing Thrift Stores Thrifting 188

Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 13, 2013

It is no secret that most people today are trying to find ways to save money. There are plenty of ways to save money and still do the things that you love and live a comfortable lifestyle. There are plenty of ways to save money on home décor. And people are getting creative in how they do it, too.

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Saving Money Money Home Furniture 89

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. If you are in that place in your life and want to know how to live a frugal lifestyle , please keep reading and you will be on your way to saving money and living frugally.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Teresa's Deals

OCTOBER 2, 2015

As I grew older and had my own children, I thought, there has to be away to save money but never did learn how until I reached my late 30’s. If you are in that place in your life and want to know how to live a frugal lifestyle , please keep reading and you will be on your way to saving money and living frugally.

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Frugal Saving Money Thrifting Money 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2014

If the stigma of thrifting gets to you, remember, it’s not “used”, it’s “vintage”. What’s your favorite savings trick when it comes to updating YOUR wardrobe? Pair those discount price tags with a coupon or sale to get the most bang for your buck. Go Frugal'

Clothing and Accessories 220

Clothing and Accessories Swap Thrifting Consignment Shops 220

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 1, 2017

Did you save BIG in April? I’m constantly trying to optimize our spending to find ways to save money, but still live quite comfortably and well. In April, we saved quite a bit of money by comparison shopping, and choosing thrift first. The big hitters this month saved us about $500.

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April 2017 Washer and Dryer Daughter 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

And when these squares wear out, I’ll head to the thrift store for some cheap flannel shirts. This post is linked to Follow Our Thrift. Homekeeping Saving Money - In the Home' It’s working like a charm…if that is the right word to describe vacuuming. Do you use a Swiffer? Let us know in the comments.

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DIY Thrifting Thrift Stores Vacuums 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. But that store credit is much better than sending it to the thrift store as a donation. Return Unused Purchases. If you have something that didn’t fit or you didn’t end up liking, RETURN it.

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Christmas Finds Friends And Family Sale Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

And my absolute #1 way to save money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. Restaurants can be a huge drain on any budget, but there are ways to enjoy a meal out without spending a lot of money. We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month.

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Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Many people have discovered the joys and money saving brilliance of making their own: salsa, pickles, spaghetti sauce, jams and jellies, canned or frozen vegetables and fruits, soups, dish soup, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, baby wipes, household cleaning supplies, pet food, and MUCH more. a Rafflecopter giveaway.

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Groceries Grocery Bills Used 252

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

I shop at thrift stores frequently and I am always amazed at how much I see with store tags still on the product. But that store credit is much better than sending it to the thrift store as a donation. Saving Money - During the Holidays' Return Unused Purchases. Babysit or House Sit. Please share in the comments.

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Christmas Finds Part Time Thrift Stores 235

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2012

If you like saving money, haggling for a better price should become a habit for you, a habit that can easily save you thousands of dollars over the next 10 years. How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap.

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Haggle Haggling Bargain Home Depot 211

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 19, 2014

To save money, I started sun-brewing tea on hot sunny summer days. for a box of 48 tea bags and save almost $10 for the same amount of tea. Don’t spend too much money on a sun tea jar, I see them at yard sales and thrift stores all of the time. At an average of $2.00 I now spend $2.40

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Food and Drink Thrift Stores Thrifty Thrifting 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Here are some thoughts on ways to save money when you wrap this years gifts. that is more or less equivalent to 5 big rolls of printed Christmas wrapping paper, which costs around $3 per roll – a savings of around $6 overall. Shop garage sales and thrift stores and estate sales. Use paper drop cloth to wrap.

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Thrifty Christmas Gifts Thrift Stores 174

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

The post 7 Clever Ways Moms Used to Save Money appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. “It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” This is where they exchanged goods, not for money but for other goods or services.

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Saving Money Money Mom Used 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

If you can’t save money, need extra tools and have to learn how, why would anyone learn to sew? If you enjoy sewing, or designing and making patterns learning to sew is worth the time, money and effort (if you can afford it). I your true intent is to save money, then focus on mending. Why learn to sew?

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

If you decide to buy in bulk as a way to save money, you can preserve some of that food for later. Before you get rid of items that are still in usable condition, consider trying to sell them, or give them to a thrift store. Preserve Some of Your Food. Another way to prevent waste is to preserve some of your food. Go Green'

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

My absolute #1 way for saving money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS. We are now more committed to saving the money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at least one meal out each month. I shared our strategies in this post, How to Save Money at a Restaurant and Enjoy a Meal Out. Groceries.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Finance Organic 100

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 1, 2013

You can then frame the arrangement in a simple orange or black frame (spray paint a dollar store or thrift store frame to get this look) and you have instant art! Find inexpensive knick knacks at your local dollar store or thrift store that fall into the Halloween theme. Frugal Holiday frugal living halloween save money'

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Halloween DIY Frugal Dollar Store 93

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 13, 2013

5 Ways To Save Money On Moving Expenses Budget and Kid Friendly Fun How to Shop at Thrift Stores for Clothes To Save Money. Adjusting to a new town can be difficult, but using these tips to explore can make that adaption period easier. Frugal Fun Is ‘Going Green’ Killing Our Economy? Travel Tips'

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Golf Thrift Stores Green And Frugal Budgeting 200

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. This time-saving technique will save you money and your sanity. And when dining out, at least follow these 15 Smart Tips to Save Money when Eating Out.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 19, 2014

3 Ways To Save Money On The Kids’ Back To School Wardrobe Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive! 8 Ways to Inspire Children to Help Others How to Shop at Thrift Stores for Clothes To Save Money. Do I Really Spend US$27,288 Each Year on My Child? Go Frugal Go Green'

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Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Kids and Family Clothes 176

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 23, 2011

There is an initial investment, but I have seen similiar containers at yard sales or thrift stores and at Bed Bath and Beyond where they regularly offer 20% coupons. You save money and resources. Welcome to the Kitchen Economics Link Up ~ Cost Cutting Tips to Help You Save Money in the Kitchen.

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Economical Kitchen Paper Groceries 185

For the Mommas

AUGUST 18, 2011

Saving Money, thats an easy topic for me to cover! The Horizon Back To School Community wants to know your money saving tips for back to school shopping. The Horizon® Healthily Families Back to School Community is all about healthy snacks , school supplies and saving money this year.

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Win Shopping Thrifting Kids and Family 61

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

Making your own clothes is definitely a great way to save money–and you can take penny-pinching to a whole new level by using recycled materials and fabrics to make clothes. Related posts: 8 Ways to Save Money on Clothes. How Much Money Can You Live Off Of? 7 Ways to Save Money As New Parents.

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Clothes Clothing Making Sewing 216

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2014

Check out local thrift stores, Craigslist ads, and garage sales for low cost (and sometimes free!) The post Beginning Exercise without Breaking the Bank appeared first on Saving Cents With Sense. Frugal excercise new year save money' Once you’ve gotten into a good routine you may feel ready to take things up a notch.

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Bank Banking Cable Service Money 111

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 11, 2015

And you don’t have to buy a new ugly sweater, you could either visit your favorite thrift store or decorate a sweater you already own. Gifts must be from a thrift store. In fact, I need to find or make my sweater. To host a party, invite your friends to wear their ugliest Christmas sweaters. Gifts must be handmade.

Christmas 100

Christmas Budgeting Budget Swap 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. You can often find board games that are inexpensive at thrift s tores , although it is a good idea to check them to make sure all the pieces are there before you buy one.

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Frugal Life Frugal Kids and Family Inexpensive 242