Issue 64’s beautiful cover art by Lisa Congdon proudly proclaims a sentiment near and dear to our Peppermint hearts – You belong here. Yes, you do. Our gorgeous summer issue is full of creativity, inclusivity and belonging. Our cover is the front door, welcoming you into our house of hope. You are welcome. You are valued. Take a seat at our table. You belong here. FREE DIGITAL SEWING PATTERN WITH THIS ISSUE! Meet the Daisy Dress! Created with support from our pals at Potter & Co and Sew Your Way, this flowy, blousy dress offers a bounty of fun features and custom styling options. Raglan sleeves promise fullness and fabulousness, topped off by the optional insertion of lace or trim (swoon!). Designed with lots of ease (with a tie belt to cinch), a button placket down the front, pockets and a band collar, the Daisy can be easily shortened or lengthened to suit your whims or weather. Receive the Daisy Dress digital pattern for FREE with either the printed or digital version of Issue 64! IN THIS ISSUE Walking away from ‘having it all’ Famin Ahmed stitches social impact Cover artist Lisa Congdon on art with purpose Birgitta Helmersson and circular sewing Colour and community with stylist Nat Shehata Sophie Kovic’s tiny home with a big heart Sisterhood and second chances in the sea Buy Blak: Shop deadly brands with Amanda Hayman Four trans and non-binary folk champion their right to belong Cinema meets fashion with Rachel Perkins of Atyene Businesses working for purpose, profit, people and planet Cat Rabbit brings oodles of whimsy to her craft (with a FREE Lucky Pickle DIY!) Porgai artisans embroider their past and future Painting joy with The Nonsense Maker Sustainable stays: feel-good travel
