This is part 1 of a 2 part project. Find Step #2 here.
If you’re like me, you’re probably into the local food movement. Eating produce that is in season, finding producers who are nearby rather than having your food shipped halfway around the world. I’m not perfect, but I try
Continue reading Hyper-local herbalist: making daisy salve step #1
As winter drags on (February is always the worst for me!), here is an old fashioned recipe that can really brighten things up.
Hot honey, lemon and ginger is quick & easy, and uses ingredients you probably have in the kitchen. Don’t keep fresh ginger root on hand yet? You can always
Continue reading Honey, lemon and ginger tea for a cold (or anytime you need a lift!)
Everyone seems to be talking about the flu this year. With my growing interest in herbal kitchen remedies, I wanted to find some herbs that could be used to help with flu symptoms. You might want to consider some of these herbs to stock your kitchen apothecary (in addition to your favorite over-the-counter
Continue reading 10 flu-fighting herbs
Are you tired of hearing about the flu yet? I am! This season we got a double-dose of flu media attention between the seasonal flu and the dreaded H1N1 swine flu.
Unfortunately, given the pervasiveness of the flu this year, there’s a good chance that you or someone you know will catch it
Continue reading 8 simple kitchen remedies for the flu
I am a beauty product junkie. I admit it.
Recently, I’ve tried to combine my love of cooking and interest in herbal medicine to create my own beauty products. Sometimes with more success than others.
When I stumbled across this common kitchen ingredient that can improve your skin, I couldn’t believe it. Then
Continue reading The kitchen secret for great skin, put honey on your face!
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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.
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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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