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I’m glad you stopped by. Vintage Savoir Faire is all about good food, handmade beauty, kitchen remedies and getting creative. It is possible to be healthier, less stressed and more creative through vintage-inspired tips (aka, the wisdom of great great grandma … updated for our modern lives!) Want to learn more? Sign up 
Project don’t always turn out as planned. This sweet chili jam didn’t set and became sweet chili sauce. But it was still tasty! On a quest to use up the random alcohol in my liqueur cabinet, we made some spiced Winter Warmer Rum. Start some now 
“Everyone must take time to sit and watch the leaves turn.” -Elizabeth Lawrence Last week my parents came to visit us in London. It was also my birthday. I haven’t spent a birthday with my parents in, oh, 10 years or so … so it was wonderful. We 
Remember my Beauty Detox? I gave up shampoo. Here is the article I wrote in frustration, and then I finally figured out how to go shampoo free! It works so well, I’m still doing it today!
I tried making a homemade sports drink… with vinegar. Actually it tasted a 
A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think. -Eleanor Roosevelt
Feeling overwhelmed? I know the feeling. Today I am feeling overwhelmed by digital information. I LOVE the internet. Love it. I subscribe to over 50 blogs. I sign up for email newsletters. 
Our first year of Vintage Summer Camp has come to a close. How many badges did you earn?? Don’t worry if you missed out this year – we’ll be back next year with more projects and summer fun. In the meantime, here is a recap of Summer Camp projects – perfect for a Continue reading Summer camp closes it’s doors until next year 
This weekend we went to the local village fete and as usual there were several stalls of other people’s junk for sale. As I’ve mentioned before, the best place to find vintage treasures on the cheap is not in vintage shops, but at charity shops, fun fairs, church rummage sales and garage sales. If you Continue reading Found! Vintage knitting patterns at the local village fete 
A bee foraging for his dinner.
I’ve been moving around so much in the past 10 years, I haven’t had much time to develop my green thumb. My flat in Washington DC had space for outdoor window boxes. I planted herbs…which were quickly devoured by an animal. My flat in
I’ve been quiet for a couple of months because of a little thing called buying our first house. It’s been an adventure. But now I’m back in full swing, and can’t wait to share lots of new projects (and some surprises!) with you from my new kitchen!! So jumping back into things This one is a bit out there. Maybe the unseasonal hot weather combined with the stress of moving house went to my head. Upcycling is a fancy term for a very vintage concept. Our grandmothers made use of everything because they had to. Turning men’s old shirts into aprons (I found a pattern for this Continue reading How to crochet a grocery bag holder from a VHS tape |
Hi, I'm Amanda, and I write about healthy and creative living by rediscovering vintage skills! I focus on good food, handmade beauty products, kitchen remedies, and getting crafty & creative, all from my small kitchen in London. First time visiting? Start here. 
 Don't forget that I'm just a regular person. I'm not a doctor, therapist, herbalist, aromatherapist, chef, expert or professional practitioner of anything I discuss here on Vintage Savoir Faire. I'm just really interested in vintage tips, detoxing my beauty routine and traditional remedies. So if you're unsure about anything, check with your doctor or a qualified professional before you try it! All the information on this site is provided on an as-is basis. Whew. Glad we cleared that up! |
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