Thrift Your Life: Cost-of-Living Hustles to Waste Less, Save More and Live Well

by Heidi Ondrak

The Queen of Thrift.' The Sun
'Super Saver Mum shares simple tips.' Daily Mail

Full of hacks and hustles to navigate those sudden changes in fortune that none of us could have predicted. This is a no-nonsense guide on how to change your habits to weather the storm, written by TikTok's queen of budgeting, Heidi Ondrak, aka The Duchess of Thrift.

Life rarely follows a linear path, sh*t happens that you could have controlled better, and then stuff happens that you have absolutely no control over whatsoever, like the current cost-of-living crisis. Full of practical hacks to adapt to life's financial ups and downs and guaranteed to help you save every month, Heidi will show you how to nurture resilience alongside some of those cheeky life hacks that no one teaches in schools. Think of it as a modern-day take on Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management, with extra sass.

Hacks range from the well-versed and practical to the downright outrageous – pick and choose, do what suits you. Heidi will help you build a toolkit to get you through the crisis and feel prepared and in control for more energy increases, interest rate rises and eye-watering inflation, while doing it with a fighting spirit and sunny demeanor. You'll learn how to change your mindset, get the family on board, carry out budget health checks, shop smarter, look a million dollars for pennies, have great days out, enjoy Xmas and be able to get around... All on a shoestring!

264 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 12, 2023

Reviews

[Michelle Ewen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have followed Heidi for some time on Instagram - being inspired by her fun and creative outfits and fabulous car boot finds. This book brings together all her thrifting know-how, separated into handy sections such as food, energy costs and clothing. A lot of the advice feels like good old-fashioned common sense, but there are plenty of helpful nuggets and suggestions I haven’t previously considered. Most importantly, this book feels like a warm, encouraging hug and a burst of good cheer amidst all the cost of living gloom. Heidi reminds us that we are more in control of our destiny than we feel, and that courageous daily choices are the way forward if we are to survive challenging financial circumstances.

[Abi · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Thrift Your Life" is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to embrace a more frugal and financially responsible lifestyle. This book is packed with practical advice and easy-to-follow tips that can help you save money, reduce waste, and live a more sustainable life. The author's approach is both informative and inspiring, making it an enjoyable read. While it's not a groundbreaking revelation, it serves as a valuable reminder of the power of thriftiness. I give it 4 stars for its practicality and accessibility.

[Mandy Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read it in an afternoon and really enjoyed it. Loads of handy tips and hacks for saving money.

[Coyney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely brilliant. Didn’t want the book to end

[chloe · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some good tips and tricks but got very bored by the end.. I guess for people with family's it would be a good read throughout?!

[Liz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty obvious stuff but I am already thrifty minded. Could be very useful for those who aren't.

[Gail Henderson 58 · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent advice on how to live on less and more sustainably.

[Laura Parkinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really helpful advice, got loads of brilliant tips and tricks to make my money go further and live a thrifty life!

[Caz · Rating 4 out of 5]

I learnt some great tips in this book.