join us this august for
hampshire open studios
Making Space is delighted to once again be part of Hampshire Open Studios. We will be open for 6 days this year meaning more time than ever before to join us and explore our wonderful creative community at Making Space. We will be open from Saturday 22 - Thursday 27 August, 10am-3pm each day. There will be opportunities to visit our resident makers in their studios (including 3 new makers who have joined us in 2026). You can also browse our carefully curated Corridor Craft Shop and there's multiple opportunities as we'll be hosting multiple workshops as part of a Making Space Summer School!f
To find out more about Hampshire Open Studios as a county wide event please click on the link below.
To find out more about Hampshire Open Studios as a county wide event please click on the link below.
resident makers events
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Our wonderful resident makers will all be in their studios over the weekend and on various days through the week. They will also be offering tasters / demos / experiences as part of the Open Studios event. Read on to find out more:
saturday 22 august
One-Day Kintsugi workshop with Richard Walker - 9am-4.30pm in the Craft Studio
In this workshop, you will explore contemporary Kintsugi techniques using your own broken items. You are welcome to bring a cracked, chipped, or shattered vessels to repair — or, if you prefer, you may intentionally break a piece during the class to experience the full transformation.
In this workshop, you will explore contemporary Kintsugi techniques using your own broken items. You are welcome to bring a cracked, chipped, or shattered vessels to repair — or, if you prefer, you may intentionally break a piece during the class to experience the full transformation.
Chair Weaving Demonstration by Katy Bennett - 12.15-1pm in Studio 14
A chance to meet our newest resident maker as she demonstrates how she weaves the seats on Danish corded chairs.
Knotting Together Project Launch and 'first knots' with Dr Tara Goddard - from 1pm in Studio 17
Come and celebrate the launch of Knotting Together, an Arts Council England funded creative project. At this welcoming event Tara will introduce the project and visitors will have the opportunity to tie the first knots of a collaborative macrame artwork, and find out how to get involved.
Textures in Watercolour demonstration with Sue Colyer - 2-3pm in Studio 15
Sue's artwork is an intuitive and emotional response to places rather than a realistic interpretation of a landscape. She is passionate about freedom of expression and emotional connections and in this demonstration she will show how she uses textures in her artwork.
A chance to meet our newest resident maker as she demonstrates how she weaves the seats on Danish corded chairs.
Knotting Together Project Launch and 'first knots' with Dr Tara Goddard - from 1pm in Studio 17
Come and celebrate the launch of Knotting Together, an Arts Council England funded creative project. At this welcoming event Tara will introduce the project and visitors will have the opportunity to tie the first knots of a collaborative macrame artwork, and find out how to get involved.
Textures in Watercolour demonstration with Sue Colyer - 2-3pm in Studio 15
Sue's artwork is an intuitive and emotional response to places rather than a realistic interpretation of a landscape. She is passionate about freedom of expression and emotional connections and in this demonstration she will show how she uses textures in her artwork.
sunday 23 august
Demonstration of techniques and sale of work by Jane Neville from 10am-3pm in the Jewellery Studio
Jane is a creator of fabric purses, note/sketchbooks and white and black porcelain jewellery & bowls who uses gold and copper leaf. She will have a variety of her work on display / for sale and is looking forward to chatting to visitors about her processes and how she makes her work.
Flat Back Case Binding Demonstration by Cameron Drawbridge at 12.15pm-1pm in Studio 12
Information: simple flat back case binding - focussing on the different steps in the process from sewing a text-block, creating a case with boards and decorative covering. The demonstration will be completed with the final assembly of these components into a finished book.
Material selection, preparation and soldering Demonstration by Helena Symes at 1pm in Studio 13
Helena will explain some of the Ideas and processes which inform her designs. She will be discussing the way she selects materials and the reasons for those choices. Helena will also explain and demonstrate some simple soldering techniques which she uses in her practice.
Signcoll demonstration by Richard Walker at 2pm in Studio 16
Signcoll is the latest innovative product from Instacoll. This unique product allows fine lines of pure gold to be added to art works, calligraphy and many more applications. This demonstration will allow you to see the process of applying gold to artworks in this fashion as well as having a go yourself!
*Please note demonstrations will take place in, or just outside the studios in our courtyard. Space will be limited, there is need to book but please bear this in mind.
Jane is a creator of fabric purses, note/sketchbooks and white and black porcelain jewellery & bowls who uses gold and copper leaf. She will have a variety of her work on display / for sale and is looking forward to chatting to visitors about her processes and how she makes her work.
Flat Back Case Binding Demonstration by Cameron Drawbridge at 12.15pm-1pm in Studio 12
Information: simple flat back case binding - focussing on the different steps in the process from sewing a text-block, creating a case with boards and decorative covering. The demonstration will be completed with the final assembly of these components into a finished book.
Material selection, preparation and soldering Demonstration by Helena Symes at 1pm in Studio 13
Helena will explain some of the Ideas and processes which inform her designs. She will be discussing the way she selects materials and the reasons for those choices. Helena will also explain and demonstrate some simple soldering techniques which she uses in her practice.
Signcoll demonstration by Richard Walker at 2pm in Studio 16
Signcoll is the latest innovative product from Instacoll. This unique product allows fine lines of pure gold to be added to art works, calligraphy and many more applications. This demonstration will allow you to see the process of applying gold to artworks in this fashion as well as having a go yourself!
*Please note demonstrations will take place in, or just outside the studios in our courtyard. Space will be limited, there is need to book but please bear this in mind.
wednesday 26 august
From inspiration to execution interactive talk by Sharon Justice at 12.15pm in Jewellery Studio
Using expamples of work in development Sharon will share how she moved from inspiration to development in her design process. Take a look at examples of Sharon's work, moodboards and sketches and ask questions about her jewellery practice.
Using expamples of work in development Sharon will share how she moved from inspiration to development in her design process. Take a look at examples of Sharon's work, moodboards and sketches and ask questions about her jewellery practice.
As part of our Hampshire Open Studios event we will be curating our Corridor Shop, filling it with incredible handmade items, crafted goodies and delightful gifts from local makers. Browse the shop, pick up something special and support small businesses! From cards to jewellery, ceramics, macrame, prints, accessories and trickets; there is something for everyone with prices starting at just £3.
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corridor shop featured makers
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Across the CourtyardWith over 20 years experience making and restoring jewellery, I design and handcraft beautiful, one-off and small batch pieces in my workshop – which used to be across my courtyard, hence the name, but is now nestled in my gorgeous garden.
Each piece is designed to help you express your style. If you are looking to commission a unique piece of jewellery as a gift for someone special, contact Across the Courtyard to discuss your requirements. |
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heart & soul
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JOSEPHINE BUTLERJosephine is a botanical & life plaster caster. Her art is inspired by the beautiful nature and coastline of the south of England. Botanical & coastal plaster relief is an art form in which nature can be captured in time and preserved. Natures fragility and strength can be truly represented in this medium. Josephine enjoys colour, collaboration & community, along with sharing the joys of relief art with others.
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SHARON JUSTICESharon is a designer/jeweller, working predominantly in silver, she uses diverse techniques ranging from forging, roller printing and etching to woven metals. Often surface decoration, semi-precious stones, patination, and gold are used to accent her work.
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ASSOCIATE MAKERS
As part of our Open Studios event we are delighted to also be joined by some of our wonderful associate Makers
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jane nevilleJane is a creator of fabric purses, note/sketchbooks and white and black porcelain jewellery & bowls who uses gold and copper leaf. She will have a variety of her work on display / for sale and is looking forward to chatting to visitors about her processes and how she makes her work.
You can find Jane in the Jewellery Studio at Making Space on Sunday 23 August. |
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WOOD & DAUGHTERSWe are mother and daughter, sharing our enthusiasm and passion, bringing together life- long interests, making things we love with love for you and your lovely people. We do all this with affection, warmth and generosity, with hope from both our hearts that the joy rubs off.
Everything we create is designed and made with lots of love and great care in our Hampshire studio. Bold, bright and colourful jewellery, cards and gifts are at the heart of our making. Perfect for those you love or as a treat for yourself. You'll find Wood & Daughters in Studio 11 Sat 22 - Thurs 27 August | 10am-3pm |
making space summer school
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As part of our inspiring and extensive Hampshire Open Studio offer we would like to invite you to get creative with us on a series of craft workshops.
Pick and choose the ones that appeal to you most or book a weekend/week-long summer school and get bonus workshops. Check out the workshops below and more information about the bonus sessions too! |
hos creative workshops
Silver Pebble Pendant - with Chelsea Barrett | Saturday 22 August - 10am-12noon - £35
Fabric Pennants and Bunting - with Wood & Daughters | Sun 23 August - 10am-12noon - £12.50
Cuttle Fish Casting - with Sharon Justice | Tues 25 August - 10am-12noon - £35
Make Your Own Polymer Plates - with Kath Clay | Tues 25 August - 1pm-3pm - £35
Ceramic Flowers - Kelly Ottesen| Wednesday 26 August - 1pm-3pm - £35
Fabric Pennants and Bunting - with Wood & Daughters | Sun 23 August - 10am-12noon - £12.50
Cuttle Fish Casting - with Sharon Justice | Tues 25 August - 10am-12noon - £35
Make Your Own Polymer Plates - with Kath Clay | Tues 25 August - 1pm-3pm - £35
Ceramic Flowers - Kelly Ottesen| Wednesday 26 August - 1pm-3pm - £35
weekend summer school offer
If you book: Sat am Silver Pebble Pendant & Sun am Craft Community (total of £47.50) for a discounted price of £45 you get a bonus free print making workshop on Sunday afternoon (1-3pm)
week-long Summer school offer
If you book: Sat am Silver Pebble Pedant, Sun am Craft Community, Tues am Cuttle Fish Casting, Tues pm Make Your Own Polymer Plates, Wed pm Ceramic Flowers (total of £152.50) For a discounted price of £150 you get 2 x bonus free workshops; Printmaking on Sunday afternoon (1-3pm) and Macrame on Monday morning (10am-12noon)
If you would like to take advantage of the summer school offers please give us a call on 023 9247 2491 to book and get your discount / places on the bonus workshops.