Peppermint Magazine

When it comes to the fight against climate change, every tree – and every action – matters. That’s why we’ve partnered with non-profit environmental charity One Tree Planted to plant a tree for every Peppermint subscription sold. Because, although th

All writers published in this issue’s Letterbox will receive The Clean Start Set (valued at $70) from Lük Beautifood. This gorgeous pack gives you all the ingredients you need for a sweet, nourished pout – including exfoliating Golden Glow Lip Polish

Whether your hair is your crowning glory or the bane of your existence, People Haircare believes you deserve unfussy but effective and affordable products to help you feel good about your mane. Hydrate, smooth, repair or add volume by finding the Aus

The year is 1994. I’m wearing pink lycra and I am finally, finally, doing the splits. The pain (and, oh yes, there is pain) is eclipsed by a heady dose of elation because this could mean something very exciting: I may be able to leave the humble rank

When I discovered that dopamine dressing was the trend of 2022, my peacock alter-ego felt a rush of, well, dopamine… Anything in the name of rationalising a love of loud clothing. But what’s this elusive brain juice got to do with fashion and why is

How did you come to be an artist? As long as I can remember, I’ve had the desire to make something of the world, of my life. I was always imagining possibilities of things I could make, write or draw. Art gave me a way, a language, to connect and a d

Physicist, medical doctor, engineer, TV weatherman, roadie, car mechanic, taxi driver, labourer: Karl Sven Woytek Sas Konkovitch Matthew Kruszelnicki has worn a lot of hats in his time. But now, the beloved Australian author and science communicator,

For as long as she can remember, Melissa Greenwood has witnessed the therapeutic power of art. Since she was a little girl, she’s watched her mum, Lauren Jarrett, paint with a purpose that came from being a member of the Stolen Generations – creating

It all began with a pair of curtains. The year was 2007, and Kim Fraser was a woman with a vision. She was looking to make a new set of curtains for her living room and knew exactly what fabric she wanted: yellow with oversized polka dots. There was

Don’t worry if you’ve never knitted before – the Priya Cardigan is made for first-timers. Just pick up those sticks and start knitting – no experience necessary. 10mm circular needles 15mm straight needles 4 to 5 balls chunky merino wool in Colour 1

THROUGH HER POPULAR INSTAGRAM, FOODERATI, AND AS A HOST ON ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LONGEST-RUNNING COOKING SHOWS, MELISSA LEONG IS BRINGING STYLE AND SUSTAINABILITY TO THE FOOD SCENE. I grew up in a family where food was part of our DNA. Singaporeans know

It’s a balmy afternoon in Tsageri, a tiny town at the foot of the Greater Caucasus mountain range in north-western Georgia, a small country between Russia, Turkey and the Black Sea. Shota Kopaliani ambles down to the bottom of his garden, pulls open

Sewing superstar DIY Daisy teaches us how to make a fun ruffle skirt, button earrings and fabric hair accessories! #DIYSonyaSkirt This skirt is one of my wardrobe staples and was the project I taught in my first-ever sewing workshop. It has so many p

Tell us a bit about your creative background… I’ve grown up surrounded by creativity – my mum was a traditional signwriter and is a talented sewist; my sister is a self-taught artist working in several mediums; even my dad used to hand-craft leather

On the sidewalk that runs along the edge of Prospect Park in Brooklyn, katydids and crickets spice the air with their late-summer songs. Sunset was hours ago, but the heat dallies, animating pulsing rasps and trills of insects hidden in tree branches

While fashion constantly evolves, one trend endures: denim jeans. Whether high-waisted, low-rise, stone-washed or barely washed, most can think of a pair they love (or loved to death). Durable by design, a high-quality pair can last a lifetime. And y

CONNECTING MAKERS & ARTISTS TO THOSE SEARCHING FOR UNIQUE CREATIONS. Here at in.cube8r, we’re passionate about creating spaces and experiences to help connect creatives with those who want to support them. Whether it’s through our handmade shops, cur

How did Woolerina come about? Woolerina was established in 2005 as a result of my dad, Warwick Rolfe, and his long-held desire to take raw Australian merino wool directly off-farm and follow it through to a completed garment. What do you think is the

“You are on Indigenous lands swimming in Indigenous waters looking up at Indigenous skies There is no part of this place that were not are not someone’s kin.” AMBELIN KWAYMULLINA The Australian continent is made up of the cherished homelands of First

Pull out your poetry and get capital-R romantic with Peppermint’s latest free pattern. Made in collaboration with Sweden-based patternmaker Vanessa Hansen, the Peppermint Albion Blouse will have you swooning in style. A romantic wrap top with classy

sew good! FREE PRINTED SEWING PATTERN with this issue! Ditch the download: The printed version of this pattern is included within the print edition of Peppermint. Stitch your way to happiness without the stress of having to print it yourself or the t

Tell us a little bit about Each To Own… Our little storefront opened in March 2018 and it was a bit of a spur of the moment decision. I [Kirsten] grew up in a retail family and my parents were all about taking opportunities as you see them come along

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Tell us a bit about Olive Gap and how you came to own it… Our Northern Rivers farm is fully off-grid and we’re passionate about producing the highest quality, lowest footprint products that are Certified Organic, artisan-crafted and carbon positive.

Enjoy the ultimate clean-sheet day with these buttery bed coverings as you choose your very own custom set, made from Oeko-Tex certified, ​100% European flax linen. As soft as it is sustainable, the luxurious duvet covers, pillow cases and flat and f

And now, they’ve turned their keen entertaining eye to creating a vegetarian cookbook, Put on a Spread. Gathering some of their favourite people – including cake queen Katherine Sabbath – to share soul-warming recipes, the result is a glorious celebr