| By Peppermint | 16/11/2022

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"Up until a few years ago, I always worried about what others thought of me and I let it lower my confidence to the point where I never felt like the real me. Until I learnt the art of not caring about what others think – and before I saw how much my apparel resonates with my customers – I was never really inspired by much, to be honest!"⁠
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Amy Clarke from @Confetti_Rebels is one of many designers displaying their goods at the @Finders_Keepers Autumn Winter Markets. Start saving those pennies, Sydneysiders, because this time around, the Carriageworks event (running from 3-5 May 2024) is set to feature the wares of more than 160 designers and makers. ⁠
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We caught up with five standout stallholders (@Confetti_Rebels @MonikaLencseArt @ShopJustShea @Alejandro_Lauren and @Wool2Yarn) to get the lowdown on their wares, what inspires them and why they think the creative community is so special! 🫶🏼⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #TheFindersKeepers #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusiness⁠

NEW PATTERN ALERT! 💃🏽⁠
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If you’re in the business of stealing shows and owning dance floors, there’s someone we’d like you to meet: our newest pattern, the vacay-ready Peppermint Somerset Swing Dress! The best bit? Beneath that flouncy skirt lies a supportive, twirl-friendly layer that won’t let you down when it’s time to bust a move.⁠
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We created this beauty in collaboration with Jasmin Henzi of @Sewing.Masin, an independent Swiss designer beloved for her feminine creations (think: ruffles, ruching and Bridgerton vibes). While the Somerset is designed to be a mini-dress, the hemline is easily lengthened should your heart desire. And you’re really going to love this bit: there’s not one zip or button to contend with, making this a perfect pattern for adventurous beginners.⁠
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Many thanks to our sewing partner @Spoonflower for helping to make our much-loved patterns possible! From fabric to wallpaper to home decor, Spoonflower is one of the largest marketplaces for designs by independent artists from around the world.⁠
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As for fabric, you want a lightweight material for this one (she’s all about the drape) – silk or satin would be just lovely. We went with Spoonflower’s Organic Cotton Sateen and the dopamine design we used is Paint Splashes Big Navy by Project Runway alum and #WearHappyColor creator @KatieKortmanArt. Gorgeous, right?⁠
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This pattern is free for subscribers (both print and digital) or you can buy it under our ‘pay-what-you-like’ initiative – how cool is that?! We can’t wait to see your creations – don’t forget to tag #PeppermintPatterns and #PeppermintSomersetSwingDress to share your makes!⁠
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Photos: @KelleyTakesPhotos⁠
Model: @ShoshWilliam⁠
Location: @illusion_ByNo.5⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #SewersOfInstagram #MeMade #Sewcialists #SlowFashion #SewingLove #MakeItYourself #SewingPatterns

We recently chatted all things Cricut with three very clever makers (@MartinasTinyStore, @Tara.Axford and @FemkeTextiles) and now… IT’S YOUR TURN TO GET CRAFTY! Because the good folk at @Cricut_ANZ have given us a Cricut Maker 3 bundle to give away, valued at $1000! 😍😍😍⁠
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One lucky-duck winner will get everything they need to get started on their stickering, stencilling, decal-making journey, including: ⁠
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1 x Cricut Maker 3⁠
1 x Essential Tool Set⁠
1 x 3-pack Cutting Mat ⁠
4 x Smart Vinyl rolls⁠
1 x Transfer Tape roll ⁠
1 x 12-foot Smart Stencil⁠
1 x Bright Bow Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock⁠
1 x Multi Pen Set ⁠
Total value $1000!!⁠
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To enter, just follow @cricut_anz and tag a crafty friend in the comments below. We’ll draw the lucky winner next Friday, 26 April (open to Australian addresses only). Good luck! 💖💖💖⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #PeppermintPartner #Ad #Cricut#MakeItYourself #CricutMade #CricutCrafts⁠ #Handmade

Get ready to pop on your favourite tune, bust out your best beverage and take a triumphant twirl... our new pattern is almost here!⁠
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Photo: @KelleyTakesPhotos ⁠
Model: @ShoshWilliam⁠
Location: @Illusion_ByNo.5⁠
Pattern: @Sewing.Masin⁠
Fabric: @Spoonflower⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #PeppermintPatterns #SewersOfInstagram #MeMade #Sewcialists #SlowFashion #SewingLove #MakeItYourself

"There’s a wonderful openness that comes from sharing space with other creative women. Not everyone wanted to chat – some were quiet and still – and every part of the workshop was a delicate reminder that creativity takes many forms. At times the conversation was light and bright, other times it was deeply personal – a testament to the environment created when women come together and generously hold space for one another.⁠
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All too soon our time was up. I stepped away with a full heart and a gorgeous little stitch sampler canvas, featuring sweet, colourful threads with happy patterns and a reminder of the value of attempting new things. Some stitches I mastered quickly, however one that I thought I knew turned out to be my least impressive effort. But you know what? That’s OK. No-one was there to criticise or belittle – in fact, it was the complete opposite. Hearing this eclectic group of women celebrate each other’s work truly made my heart swell. These were my people."⁠
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Sewcial needlework and inspiring yarns – embroidery is more than just embellishments on cloth and clothing. Our Sewing Coordinator Laura Jackson tells us about a thrifty find, learns new stitching skills and attends a crafting circle with @ShayeKet, taking home more than a few threads for change. ⁠
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Head to our website (link in bio) to read more!⁠
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Images and words: @Laura_The_Maker⁠
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#SewersOfInstagram #MeMade #Sewcialists #SewingLove #MakeItYourself #Embroidery #Stitched #HandCrafted #HandStitched

“Sustainability has been trending for billions of years, or we wouldn’t be alive. It’s excess that is the trend, and we need to make it firmly out of fashion.”

Wise words from @orsoladecastro, the co-founder of @fash_rev (along with @carrysomers). This annual campaign – created in the wake of the Rana Plaza disaster in 2013 – brings together the world’s largest fashion activism movement, and in celebration of the tenth anniversary as a global, people-powered movement, Fashion Revolution Week 2024 will mark a decade of activism with 10 days of action.

This year also marks the first global Mend In Public Day, on Saturday 20th April. The idea is simple: get out into your local community and stitch in protest against disposable fashion – repair your torn pockets and broken seams and spark conversations on making #LovedClothesLast.

So what can you do? From the Fash Rev team:

🌏️ Anyone can join the revolution. No two people look the same or lead a “perfect” lifestyle. We each have the power as global citizens to transform the ecosystem.

🌏️ There are different ways to take part in the revolution. Transforming the fashion industry isn’t an overnight task. It will take many people, approaches and perspectives to get there, including your own!

🌏️ The revolution is collaborative. The revolution does not work alone but in partnership with other social and environmental movements. We are all one; we are connected. Just as fashion is a feminist issue, it is a race and climate one too. Fashion is a part of the problem and we can all be part of the solution.

🌏️ The revolution needs everyone, everywhere. Fashion Revolution’s strength lies in our global community. International solidarity binds us on a shared mission to build a fashion industry that protects its workers and the environment.

Head to the Fash Rev website (the link is in our bio) to find an event near you! Our local faves so far are events being coordinated by @EthicalClothingAustralia @HighTeaWithMrsWoo @Chasing.Zero and @Shayeket. Share in the comments what event you are attending or running! 🌏️👗🪡🌍️

Images from @Fash_Rev_Australia @Fash_Rev

#FashionRevolution2024 #FashionRevolutionWeek

Jumping out of bed and into Monday with the Peppermint Samford Set!⁠
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Made in collaboration with @SewToGrow's sensational Lindsey Rae, you can go from bed to brunch (or boardroom - why not?) in this fabulous set.⁠
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This pattern is available as a digital download under a ‘pay-what-you-like’ option, head to the link in our bio!⁠
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Photos: @KelleyTakesPhotos ⁠Fabric: @Spoonflower⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #PeppermintPatterns #SewersOfInstagram #MeMade #Sewcialists #SlowFashion #SewingLove #MakeItYourself #PeppermintSamfordSet

Spring may not be in the air, but we still see these shorts everywhere! 🌸⁠
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And super secret insider tip, we've been squirrelling away behind the scenes on getting our wildly popular Spring Shorts pattern (originally created in collab with Pattern Runway) graded up to our current size range – A-P! Hoorah! There's also a new pattern on the horizon, a new issue in the works aaaand another pattern! 🤸🏻🤸🏿🤸‍♀️⁠
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While we contain our excitement, join us in marvelling over this sensational scalloped pair from Steph @Linen.Addict: ⁠
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"New shorts to match my recent gingham top make. I really love the result and will be making more of these!⁠
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Thanks for all your brilliant suggestions for a shorts pattern, I based these off the #PeppermintSpringShorts #FreeSewingPattern and made the following changes: cut crotch curve at my size but extended everything else to size 16 for extra volume. Straightened hem (didn’t use supplied facings) and extended by 7cm to fold and use as scallop facing. To create the scallops, finish sewing shorts except for hem. Fold up extra length right sides facing. Baste and press. Measure leg width and divide equally, then draw and sew scallops. Trim excess to approx 4mm (make sure the corners are cut right to just before thread). Unbaste, turn out and press. I finished the hem inside using fusible tape, hopefully it lasts! Caper linen from @wearethefabricstore"⁠
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#PeppermintMagazine #PeppermintPatterns #SewersOfInstagram #MeMade #Sewcialists #SlowFashion #SewingLove #MakeItYourself

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