Tradition and innovation are a natural pairing at Yalumba, Australia’s oldest family-owned winery, especially when it comes to sustainable viticulture. words EMILY LUSH photos YALUMBA Fierce independence, a pioneering spirit and a fearless ability to think outside the barrel. These are the traits that have allowed Yalumba to adapt and prosper in the face of a changing climate. And they can all be traced back to the vineyard’s founding father, Samuel Smith, 173 years ago.  A British brewer who emigrated to South Australia from Dorset in 1847, Samuel settled his family on the eastern side ..read more

Start saving those pennies, Sydneysiders, because The Finders Keepers Autumn Winter Markets are just around the corner. And 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.  Of these, some 50-plus creators are making their Finders Keepers debut, which means you’ll have a whole lot of new goodies to peruse. Plus, there will be DJs to set the vibe (and a sensory hour for those who like things hushed), as well as kids’ crafts, tasty tipples and snacks by local faves Yulli’s, Miss Sina and Mapo Gelato.&nbs ..read more

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. We created this beauty in collaboration with Jasmin Henzi of Sewing Patterns By 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 can be easily lengthened ..read more

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, taking home more than a few threads for change. words and photos LAURA JACKSON For months, I’ve been inspired by embroidery and stitching, particularly the ways in which they can refresh, mend and customise garments. I’ve thrifted a black denim skirt to adorn and I have at the ready a bundle of cottons, beads, thread snips and suitable needles, which I inherited ..read more

It’s the stickering, stencilling, decal-making wonder you didn’t know you needed – and suddenly it’s all over socials. But what the heck is a Cricut? And what, exactly, is a crafter to do with it once the spice jars have been labelled and the notebooks bedazzled?   Lots, it turns out. The Cricut (pronounced “crick-et”, as in the creepy-crawly) is a pretty versatile tool, beloved by scrapbookers, screen-printers, upcyclers, cake decorators, parents, teachers and small business owners. It’s a cutting and drawing device that works with over 300 different materials, including cardstock ..read more

Dreaming of free time and solitude, mother-of-three (now four) Em Dezentje did what any sane person would do: she set her sights on sunny Mexico and founded her very own fashion label. Fast-forward 12 years and that label, Little Tienda, is the sustainable, size-inclusive darling of social media, beloved for its lavish patterns and voluminous shapes that unapologetically take up space.  Here, Em tells us how she – a former business guru/academic – found herself designing clothing for other mums, creatives and corporate types who refuse to blend into the background… photos LUCY LUMEN AND S ..read more

From stories of resistance that remind us the fight isn’t over yet to steamy tales and books that simply have queer characters without it being a big deal (a novel concept!), Amy Lovat and Laura Kebby give us seven of their favourite queer reads. Hailing from Newcastle, Amy and Laura are the married couple behind Secret Book Stuff, an online business that helps bookworms find their perfect literary match (queer or not) with curated book gifts and book subscriptions. It’s the home of the very clever Secret Book Club, which takes the stress out of choosing what to read, with bloody great reads d ..read more

It appears the good folk at the Museum of Brisbane have gone wild for flowers. Case in point: the recent residency of Chantal Fraser that resulted in a blooming, creature-filled botanical installation. And Hiromi Tango, the latest Artist-in-Residence, who’s been working with crafty museum-goers to turn Adelaide Street Pavilion into a lush, bud-filled sanctuary.   Then there’s the museum’s major exhibition, Rearranged: Art of the Flower, which takes a fresh look at the flora of Meanjin/Brisbane. Held in an airy space reminiscent of an old Queenslander, Rearranged has the work of lumin ..read more

If the scent of butter-slathered buns and the promise of a long, lazy weekend has you feeling stitchy, then we have just the thing for you: five of the internet’s happiest, scrappiest Easter makes. The best bit? If you get started now, you’ll have memory-making, heirloom-worthy items ready for the big day.  Now, being the nosy bunch we are, we want to see your Easter handiwork! So be a good egg and tag #PeppermintMagazine in your social posts – and you might just spot your treasures on our feed.   ABOVE: CHICKEN CADDIES BY @JodieRicRac FREE RANGE  For egg-hunting and trinke ..read more

You might know Bimby + Roy for its super-cute printed knickers and bras, but did you know this purveyor of sweet nothings is making waves (and employment opportunities) in Fiji? The country holds special memories for Min and Jess, the sea-loving, Byron-dwelling sisters behind the brand, who spent their formative years there, learning the value of sustainability and the power of an impromptu ocean swim. photos EMMA WISE PHOTOGRAPHY When did you know you wanted to get into fashion? We are two sisters who come from a family with a strong textile background. We were destined to be i ..read more