The Ethical Clothing Australia Gift Guide is Packed with Purposeful Pressie Ideas!

All we want for Christmas is… ethical goodies under the tree! This year we’ve found plenty of fabulous ideas to wrap up for loved ones...

How the Swiss Brand BERNINA Won the Hearts of Global Sewists

Like so many in the stitchy scene, Peppermint’s sewing coordinator, Laura Jackson, learned her craft on a BERNINA. “The machine won’t do anything you don’t...

Trash Talk – What’s Stopping You From Composting?

Is it a lack of space? The smell? Mess? Can’t get enough of store-bought fertiliser? The humble backyard pile might be one of our most...

Meet Rachel Burke, From Musical Theatre Dropout to Tinsel Queen

Known for her vibrant, tactile designs and iconic tinsel creations, Rachel Burke’s work is inspired...

Creative Escape: Designer Carlie Ballard’s Guide to the Central Coast

Offering up glorious scenery in all seasons, NSW’s Central Coast is particularly appealing in the springtime, when the great outdoors beckon with leafy bike rides,...

Dangerous Females Fundraising Runway: Fashion, Fun & All The Feels

Seeking to contribute to a good cause, indulge in creativity, connection and community, and you’d like it served with a side of avo toast and...

Thinking of You Gift fosters creativity and inclusivity with handmade treasures

Since opening, Thinking of You Gift has offered a rainbow of handmade, socially responsible and fair trade gifts while sewing the seeds of inclusivity. words...

Cut from the Same Cloth: A Love Story Beats at the Heart of This Fabric Store

For Rebecca Harper, Weft and Warp – an independent fabric store and sewing studio based in Canberra – is more...

Wine Dining: This Caramelised Onion Tarte Tatin is Quick, Easy and Delicious

After a long day, many of us enjoy a glass of vino. But in a world with so many choices, which drop do you drink? Is food pairing...

What a Wonderful World – A Fabric Tribute to Our Beautiful Planet

Trees of green. Red roses too. When it comes to our beautiful planet, there’s plenty to celebrate...

Wine Dining: Katie White’s Creamy Asparagus and Lemon Fettuccine

After a long day, many of us enjoy a glass of vino. But in a world with so many choices, which drop do you drink? Is food pairing...

Cute As a Button! We’re Feeling Sew Inspired by These Belle Shirt Beauties

Have you made your own beautiful Peppermint Belle Shirt yet?  Created in collaboration with Modern Sewing Co’s marvellous Hetty Adams, this versatile blouse boasts some...