Find the Perfect Festive Gift at Winter Open Studios

One-of-a-kind gifts your loved ones will truly treasure

This holiday season, you can skip Black Friday and avoid the High Street crowds. Instead, join us at Winter Open Studios, where you’ll find gifts as unique as your loved ones!

From jewellery to homewares to ceramics and fashion accessories, Cockpit’s makers offer pieces you won’t find anywhere else. Plus, you’ll be supporting independent artists while bringing home gifts that tell a story.

Keep reading to discover handmade treasures perfect for your holiday celebrations.

The perfect special occasion gift has always been jewellery, and Cockpit is home to some of Europe’s most renowned jewellery designers and goldsmiths. With more than 45 makers specialising in jewellery and objects made with gold, precious metals, diamonds, gemstones and other less conventional materials, like Tania Clarke Hall‘s work in leather and Rentaro Nishimura‘s 3D-printed statement pieces made from Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), there are countless stunning items available to purchase exclusively during Open Studios.

Pictured above: work by Sarah Herriot, Rentaro Nishimura and Tania Clarke Hall.

For a gift that shimmers with elegance and artistry, look no further than the stunning creations of our makers working in glass. From the mesmerising illusions found in Katharine Coleman’s multi-layered bowls to the quiet sophistication of Michèle Oberdieck’s contemporary glass sculptures, these objects are perfect both as gifts or as statement pieces for your personal collection.

Pictured above: work by Michèle Oberdieck, Katharine Coleman MBE and Katrin Spranger.

For those who appreciate craftsmanship with soul, the wood creations you’ll find at Cockpit offer unmatched beauty and story. Take for example, Darren Appiagyei’s pyrographic vessels, which draw on the textures and traditions of Ghanaian wood carving, with each piece uniquely textured through careful burning, or Jason Lock’s vessels and trinket boxes that evoke the mystery of ancient artefacts. These handcrafted pieces bring warmth, history and artistry into any home.

Pictured above: work by Darren Appiagyei, Jason Lock and Natasha Mann.

For those drawn to ceramic art, Open Studios is the place to discover fresh, unforgettable takes on ceramics, from durable tableware to unique lighting to experimental art forms and vessels. From Tessa Eastman’s ‘Cloud Bundles’, pulsing with colour and organic form, to Vanessa Hogge’s intricate botanical wallflowers, you’ll be sure to find a gift for anyone looking to add a truly distinctive piece to their collection.

Pictured above: work by Ho Lai, Helen Johannessen and Tessa Eastman.

If you’re looking for a gift that makes a style statement, be sure to visit our makers specialising in fashion and accessories. Ella Boucht’s bespoke tailoring marries traditional leatherworking techniques with modern silhouettes, while Giuseppe Savoca’s haute couture hats combine historical elegance with bold materials. Discover joyful knitwear, delicately embroidered accessories, ethically produced designer clothing and quality leather goods.

Pictured above: work by Giuseppe Savoca, Ella Boucht and Lucy Welton.

Add a touch of artistry and warmth to any space with original homeware creations that are perfect for gifting. If textile art is their thing, look no further than Woo Jin Joo’s intricate, tapestry-like embroideries and soft sculptures. For stationery lovers, Marmor Paperie’s hand-marbled notebooks and albums add a personalized, timeless touch to keepsakes, while Lush Designs has you covered for illustrated lampshades, cushions, bedlinen, tea towels, stationery and more so you can bring a playful touch to any room.

Pictured above: work by Luna Lighting, Lush Designs and Marmor Paperie.

Need a gift for the person who has everything? Treat them to a hands-on workshop where they can uncover the joy of craft and making. From Alice Burnhope’s natural dyeing classes to Clunie Fretton’s wood-carving taster sessions to one of K2 Academy‘s jewellery courses, these immersive workshops are perfect for beginners and craft lovers.

Pictured above: work by Clunie Fretton, Kelvin J. Birk (co-founder of K2 Academy of Contemporary Jewellery) and Charlotte Grierson.

Discover more incredible gift ideas in our Maker Directory and purchase your tickets for Winter Open Studios today.