I’m sorry, but these are just too sweet not to share. Handmade by SquinkStudio in Sydney, this range of jumbo teacup candles are created from a natural (and naturally-scented) soy wax that, when melted, can be used as a massage oil or moisturiser! Delish. And, even better, once the candle has burned out you can…
This year’s been a big one for me: I’ve finished uni, started my first job and I’ve moved out of home. Yep, I’ve turned into a responsible adult, so I think some sensible presents to help me prepare for the new year might be apt. I’d like to eat more healthy foods, and I think this…
Ladies of Brisbane! If you’ve been dutifully reading your Peppermints, then you’d probably be quite excited to know that we’ve found a place where you can see some of our latest featured fashion talents – Erin Lightfoot, Mais Oui Vintage, Ra Ra Superstar and more – all under one roof. It’s the Cheap Frills Christmas…
Did someone say those three magic words: pre-loved, designer and charity? Because these five handmade necklaces made from recycled materials and being auctioned off for the Vinnies ‘Think Outside The Jewellery Box’ promotion tick all the right boxes. College of Fine Arts student Sophia Davison has created an impressive collection to highlight the beauty found in…
Ground control to Major Tom – because this new Melbourne-based online vintage store is offering all Peppermint readers 20% off right up until Christmas! All you need to do is enter the word ‘Peppermint’ into the coupon section at checkout. Commencing countdown…
Remember when I was eight, you got me a bike. It was spray painted white with pink rims and it had my name in stickers on the side. Well, I grew out of it, but I have found an appropriate successor: an Electra Limited Edition Amsterdam bike. All you need to do is add a…
If you are like me and are getting a little tired (read: jealous) of our English and American friends boasting of their upcoming white Christmases, then it’s time to show them what we Aussies can do… Yep, there’s no heat or rain or humidity too great to stop us making all the Christmas wreaths out…
Melbourne-based fashion label Cylk recently got home from Mexico where they were nominated to represent Australia at the 27th International Apparel Convention. Luckily they didn’t return empty handed and now hold claim as the first Australians to win the coveted ‘Best Way of Working With Fabric’ award. Established as a pioneer and innovator of seamless knitting…
1 Million Women provide inspiration and information to mothers, daughters, sisters and grandmothers alike on how to take practical action against climate change, live sustainably and save money, time and energy in the process. Helping them reach their goal of garnering the support of (you guessed it) one million women, their Save Summit will be…
Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a handmade gift, so why not swap something made in Santa’s workshop for something made with your own two hands this Christmas? Made with Love: A South Bank Christmas are a range of craft workshops to get you on the right track. Many of the 16 classes – from lino…
Little Muse goes by the saying, ‘made by two hands, born from one heart’ and creates ‘inspiring art for little people’, but we think their work is so divine we’d keep it for ourselves, or maybe drop some Christmas hints. Speaking of which, Little Muse has released a range of Christmas gift tags also available…
Lost car keys? Yup, this is one maddening habit we’d all like to lose. What if we told you there’s a clever little way to ensure you never misplace your car keys again that involves, of all things, recycled car parts. Thabto have not only created the perfect eco-friendly Xmas gift for that forgetful someone,…
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