The ‘A Climate for Change’ Issue – Out Now!
- Words by Peppermint
Welcome to our brand new Spring Issue 43 – we’re so glad you’re here!
This edition we’re exploring the current climate for change, with a focus on how the arts can be used as a vehicle for activism, education and changemaking. We spoke to three people working in the film, visual arts and music industries – Damon Gameau, Guy Abrahams and Heidi Lenffer – to discover their thoughts on why art is such a powerful medium for sharing and disseminating ideas, inspiring us to get creative in every area of our lives!
In other climate-related content, we know the reality of the climate crisis can feel overwhelming (and it’s normal to feel a sense of grief about the state of our planet), so we delved into the issue of eco anxiety – hearing from scientists, psychologists and those who’ve experienced it to offer some tips on how to manage it (hint: immersing yourself in nature is always a good idea).
Elsewhere, our coverstar Allie Cameron from eco intimates label Hara muses on her experience of beauty and equality; we tackle the topic of digital decluttering, and how minimising the use of your devices can lead to a calmer and happier mind; we meet two women from the Australian body positivity movement who created their own amazingly diverse photoshoot to help showcase a wide range of bodies in the media; and we talk to the founder of Seven Women – an Australian social enterprise that empowers marginalised women in Nepal through education and employment.
We also chat to the delightful duo behind cult ethical textiles brand Ace&Jig; look at ways to live sustainably on a budget; take a peek inside the studio and production process of jeweller and sculptor Holly Ryan and her nature inspired, minimalist brand; and admire the beautiful home amongst the trees and eco living philosophy of Amy Roberts, founder of iconic independent Australian fashion brand Vege Threads.
If that’s not enough, you’ll find a roundup of our favourite healthy cereals (because hey, we have to explore the big issues too, right?); a free wrap top sewing pattern; an eco guide to the cool country town of Castlemaine; celebration cakes made with native ingredients; and more beautiful ethical and sustainable fashion brands than you can shake a stick at. We hope it inspires you to dream of (and then help create) a better world!
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Any New Year’s resolutions on your list? We love this from @OtterBeeStitching - “be brave enough to suck at something new”.
There’s no points for perfection, but you’ll get a trophy for trying. If nothing else this year, take the leap and try something new.
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A toast to the old you 🥂
We wholeheartedly love this post from the brilliant @EmilyOnLife:
“2026: Reinvent, burn it down, let it go (whatever it is). Year of the Snake it up. Exercise your boundaries, exercise your body, take one teeny step every day towards a life that feels better to be in.
But don’t you dare shit on your old self while you do it.
Hold yourself with reverence and tenderness and respect, because you got you this far. You did your very best with the information and tools you had at the time. You scraped yourself together, you made it work, you survived what felt impossible to survive: again and again and again.
You are perpetually in the process of becoming, whether you can feel it or not, whether or not you add it to your 2026 to-do list.“
Some very wise words from @Damon.Gameau to take us into 2026 🙌🏼
⭐️ We made it!!! ⭐️
Happy New Year, friends. To those who smashed their goals and achieved their dreams, and to those who are crawling over the finish line hoping to never speak of this year again (and everyone else in between): we made it. However you got here is enough. Be proud.
It’s been a tough year for many of us in small business, so here’s to a better year in 2026. We’re forever grateful for all your support and are jumping for joy to still be here bringing you creativity, kindness and community.
We’re also excited to be leaping into the NY with our special release sewing pattern – the Waratah Wrap Dress!
How great are our fabulous models: @Melt.Stitches, @KatieMakesADress and @Tricky.Pockets - and also our incredible Sewing Manager @Laura_The_Maker! 🙌🏼
Ok 2026: let’s do this. 💪🏼
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