EMILY BURTON JEWELLERY MAKER, 29
Emily lives with her partner George Quigley on a mixed farming property near Trangie, NSW. A former teacher, she makes pearl jewellery under the label Peggy + Twig.
What do you love about living in the country?
The space and community. I grew up as the sixth generation to live on a small farm at O’connell, NSW. As a child I hoped I would continue to live on the land, so it’s lovely the way things have turned out.
Why did you decide to start your business? I’ve always enjoyed creating things, so I began making jewellery for myself and friends at uni in Armidale about 10 years ago. I started selling my pieces at local markets, then to 14 stockists in NSW. Now I’m very happy making jewellery with freshwater and keshi pearls.
What are your wardrobe essentials? Soft jumpers, jeans, Supergas and a nice bag, plus a classic tailored wool coat.
Where do you shop for clothing? Hawkes General Store and Iglou in Orange, and online at Hip Digs in Griffith.
Do you have favourite accessories? I do love my Peggy + Twig pearl earrings! I chose a bracelet from Hermès in Copenhagen last year, which is special and a lovely memory. My Once Was Lost scarf is great for this time of year, and my favourite accessory is my Chloé Marcie bag.
What’s the best style advice you’ve ever received? Less is more, quality over quantity and dress for yourself.
What things in your daily routine help you maintain a balanced life? I walk every day, I talk to my friends, I always have a candle burning and I drink lots of tea. T2 Lemongrass & Ginger is my favourite.
What are you listening to right now? A Desert Island Discs podcast is playing at the moment — they have a great back catalogue. Other podcasts I’m enjoying are Hashtag Authentic, The Cut on Tuesdays, The Squiz, The Crown: The Official Podcast and The Design Files Talks. I also like a French Café Lounge Spotify playlist.
What do you never leave home without? My Pottery For The Planet cup and Go-to Zincredible on my face.
Where are your favourite spots to eat and drink?
I have been known to get a day’s worth of food from Bills Beans in East Orange on the way to work. I love their salads and treats. Spilt Milk Orange — I love every gelato and sorbet flavour they have. I visit The Studio Trangie for delicious coffee. The Nevertire Hotel is my favourite country pub and they serve up great food. I also can’t go past a bottle of The Gardener Pinot Gris from Philip Shaw Wines.