Issue 63 Is Here To Bring Inspiration Through Care, Community And Connection
- Words by Peppermint
We rise by lifting others: this well-known quote from Robert Ingersoll is a saying we’ve used often here at Peppermint, since the early days. Surely the act of extending a hand to our friends and neighbours, known to us or not, is the true meaning of life? Ngarabul and Torres Strait Islander artist Lauren Rogers, who created the phenomenal cover for this issue, beautifully said, “Like the plants it honours, we thrive through care, community and connection. May this serve as a gentle reminder that in lifting each other, we all flourish.”
We’re very excited to be sharing Issue 63 with you all – this stunning issue is full of hope, empowerment, education, inspiration and creativity. All the good things we need in our life right now! We hope you love it as much as we do.
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Learn about Culture and Country from our cover artist Lauren Rogers, the history of women wearing pants, and wildlife rescue from Dr Audrey Shen. We explore the art of protest with craftivists from around the world, look into the environmental impacts of AI and ponder whether we should drop the word ‘flattering’. We chat to The Social Outfit, the fashion social enterprise empowering migrants, and visit made590, the brand creating inclusive, locally-made clothing.
We discover Nagula Jarndu, a NFP Aboriginal women’s art centre in Broome, and Amanda Hayman from Magpie Goose questions why doing good costs so much. Read about some sustainable stays, businesses taking care of profits *and* planet and a sizeable stash of sewing stories and inspo!
And, let’s not forget the sewing pattern – say hey to the Acacia A-line Skirt! Created with help from the wonderful Weft and Warp Fabrics, this classic style is accessible to beginner and experienced sewists alike. Curved front pockets and the fun exposed-zip detail at the centre back make this style pop! It’s soon to become your next wardrobe staple and a pattern you can happily play on repeat. Made in collaboration with our friends at Weft and Warp, our version of the Acacia A-line Skirt pattern was sewn using the Tollerton 100% cotton 9oz denim. We added contrast top stitching using Gutermann Professional Jeans Thread in Dark Gold 1970 for that classic look. The printed sewing pattern comes free with the printed version of Issue 63, and a free digital copy is included when you buy the digital version of Issue 63 directly from us (exclusively). Hoorah!
May this issue bring you community and connection, and – above all – inspire you to choose to care. To get your copy, swing by our online shop or your closest stockist.
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