Closing The Loop In Charitable Giving – How To Make Your Donations Go Further!

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

Close the loop! Buying from thrift stores is good for the environment. You support a good cause & often get higher quality at a lower cost too! 

But there’s often a stigma about thrift stores that’s misunderstood. 

Your donated goods to 'charity' don't help their cause. It's the SALE of those goods (and money received) they need. Buying Used From Thrift Stores Is Good For The Environment. You help a good cause & you often get higher quality at a lower cost too! #TexasHomesteader

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Why I Grow My Own Luffa Sponges (and why you should too!)

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

Did you know you can easily grow your own luffa (or loofah) sponge in your garden? They’re easy to grow, eco friendly and fully compostable. And so many uses too! Use them in the shower, in the kitchen, in an exfoliating soap and more!

You can grow your own luffa sponge in your garden. They're easy to grow, eco friendly and fully compostable. #TexasHomesteader

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Where To Find FREE Repurposed Lids To Fit Canning Jars

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I’ve found many sources for repurposing lids to replace 2-part canning jar lids when storing food. Storage lids on the cheap, y’all.

Well, for FREE actually. Come see what purchased products I’ve found have lids that fit a standard regular-mouth canning jar. 

Many food products you might purchase actually come with lids that fit a standard canning jar. You can use them for convenient food storage for FREE! #TexasHomesteader

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Easy Tips For Reducing Waste In The Kitchen (part I)

by Texas Homesteader ~ 

There are many simple, frugal (or FREE) ways  to reduce waste in your kitchen. These simple steps can make a huge impact in reducing the amount of landfill trash spilling from your home and saving you money to boot. It’s EASY, come see this handy list!

Easy, free, zero-waste ways to reduce waste in the kitchen #TexasHomesteader

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