NROS Christmas Fair
The festive weekend for original handmade gifts
“A weekend of creativity, community and Christmas spirit — handmade gifts, local talent and plenty of festive warmth.”
A Magical Christmas Shopping Experience
Join us for Northants & Rutland Open Studios’ first ever Christmas Fair in the beautiful Lyddington Church. Across one festive weekend, discover original ceramics, paintings, glass, textiles, illustrations, woodwork, jewellery and more by talented local artists.
Browse, chat, commission, and enjoy seasonal refreshments in the Village Hall. Free entry and everyone welcome.
Find the Perfect Gift
- Handcrafted gifts you won't find on the high street!
- One-of-a-kind treasures and stocking fillers.
- Meet friendly makers and discuss commissions.
- Affordable originals, prints, and unique crafts.
- Enjoy festive refreshments in the nearby Village Hall.
- Free entry, accessible, and family-friendly.
Plan Your Visit
Dates & Times
Fri 5 Dec: 6:00pm – 8:00pm (Preview)
Sat 6 Dec: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Sun 7 Dec: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Venue & Refreshments
Fair Venue: Lyddington Church, Main St, Lyddington, Oakham, LE15 9LR
Refreshments: Village Hall (a short walk away)
Magical Evening Preview
Join us Fri 5 Dec (6–8pm) for sparkly lights, mulled drinks, and the first pick of the gifts!
A Glimpse of the Art
A preview of the beautiful handmade work that will be available to buy.
Meet the 19 Artists
Discover the talented local makers taking part in our Christmas Fair.
Heidi Clawson
Acrylic and Oil Painting, mixed media
“Semi-abstract painter inspired by the ever-changing beauty of nature – wild, untamed landscapes, dramatic skies and the quiet power of storms.”
Bringing to the fair:
Original framed paintings, Mini original paintings, Original paintings on paper, giclee prints (unframed), Hand-painted ceramic baubles, Hand-painted ceramic discs, Art cards, Calendars.
Price Range:
£3 - £300
Payments:
Cash and card Payments accepted
John Wright
Pottery
“Outdoor functional pots and planters”
Bringing to the fair:
A selection of outdoor garden planters
Price Range:
£45 - £85
Payments:
Card Payments accepted
Jack Astbury
Woodturning and Traditional Joinery
“I make homeware out of interesting and unique locally sourced woods. Based out of central Northampton.”
Bringing to the fair:
Vases, Bowls, Coatracks, coaster sets, chopping boards, Side Tables.
Price Range:
£15 - £300
Payments:
Cash or Card accepted
Alyssa Robinson
Embroidery, Textiles
“Textile artist, passionate about colour and using a sewing machine as a drawing tool”
Bringing to the fair:
Unique Artworks, Brooches, cards, wearable art
Price Range:
£6 - £300
Payments:
Card and Cash
Claire Brown Ceramics
Horse hair, Saggar fired and Obvara Raku work as well as stoneware tableware.
“I produce unique burnished Raku work whose striking surfaces are reminiscent of marble or rock surfaces. My stoneware has the movement and drama of the sea….”
Bringing to the fair:
I am bringing bowls, plates, vases, lampbases, Christmas decorations and candlesticks.
Price Range:
£5 - £125
Payments:
Cash and Card Accepted
Commissions:
Commissions ready for Xmas
Samantha Brockway
Watercolour painting, Dry point Etching
“Samantha is an Artist Illustrator and Printmaker who works in many mediums but loves working in watercolour. She has won several awards, runs workshops and takes commissions.”
Bringing to the fair:
Original Watercolour Artwork, Limited edition prints on archival paper, framed and unframed, Limited print Dry Point Etchings.
Price Range:
£3- £300
Payments:
Cash and Card Accepted
Commissions:
Commissions ready for Xmas
Alex Parker – Eyvi Studio
Printmaker
“Alex creates contemporary wild art prints, inspired by the local landscape, flora and fauna, using collagraph, monotype and mixed media techniques.”
Bringing to the fair:
A selection of limited edition fine art prints, ready to display artwork, framed mini prints – great for gifts, beautiful quality greetings cards and Christmas cards.
Price Range:
£3 - £95
Payments:
Card Payments accepted
Sally Martin
Ceramics
“Functional stoneware made to be used and enjoyed”
Bringing to the fair:
Functional Homewares
Price Range:
£10 - £100
Payments:
Card payments accepted
Jay Seabrook
Printmaker
“Jay creates beautiful, hand-printed linocuts inspired by nature and folklore.”
Bringing to the fair:
Prints, Homewares, Cards.
Price Range:
£3 - £100
Payments:
Card Payments accepted
Louise Crookenden-Johnson
Pottery, Ceramics
“Happy handmade ceramic gifts, decorations and homewares. Quirky, individual pieces that bring a smile.”
Bringing to the fair:
Handmade ceramic gifts, Christmas decorations and homewares. All pieces are individual, hand built or thrown, hand painted with underglaze colours, brightly coloured or gilded with real gold lustre. Each giftwrapped beautifully and sustainably.
Price Range:
£8-£200
Payments:
Card Payments accepted
Commissions:
Commissions ready for Xmas
Sue Johnson & Jackie Cheetham
Mixed Media
“Jackie and Sue create unique contemporary Art from mini works to mixed media paintings.”
Bringing to the fair:
Contemporary Mixed Media Paintings – exploratory, textured, and impactful. Mini Originals on Wood Panels – small treasures with big personality. Original Mounted Works – perfect to display, frame or gift. Wearable Art - stylish, creative, and unique. Art prints - affordable quality prints from original paintings. Art cards - both Everyday and modern Festive.
Price Range:
£3 - £295
Payments:
Cash and card Payments accepted
Emma Swales
Pottery, Ceramics
“Handcrafted ceramics for your home and table, functional pieces and one-off designs exploring tones and textures reminiscent of sweeping landscapes and coastal shorelines.”
Bringing to the fair:
Handmade ceramics in my landscape and coastal glaze collections including tableware and homeware.
Price Range:
£20-£200
Payments:
Cash and Card
Lisa Brodie
Painting and Lino print
“An illustrator inspired by Nature. Mixed media Paintings and lino prints depict animals and favourite places.”
Bringing to the fair:
Oringial Paintings, Fine Art Prints, Christmas Cards and Art Cards, Hand Pulled Lino Prints, Christmas Decorations
Price Range:
£3.50 - £350
Payments:
Cash and card Payments accepted
Commissions:
Commissions taken
James Skelton - Milvus Press
Letterpress
“Unique posters, prints and cards, printed using craft letterpress skills from vintage wood and lead type.”
Bringing to the fair:
Posters, Cards, Small Prints, Examples of Commissions.
Price Range:
£2.50 - £40
Payments:
Cash and Card Accepted
Commissions:
Commissions ready for Xmas
Jenny Bowman (Olive & Edna)
Jewellery Designer
“I make unique, colourful and graphic pieces from polymer clay which I enhance with prints, stamps and paint. I also create complex beaded designs with Japanese glass beads and Czech crystals.”
Bringing to the fair:
Polymer clay necklaces and earrings, Beaded necklaces, bracelets earrings and brooches.
Price Range:
£6 - £45
Payments:
Cash and card Payments accepted
Sarah Steele
Jewellery & Mixed Media
“Handmade contemporary jewellery in mix of materials. Styling with a nod to industrial. Simple texture & strong shapes.”
Bringing to the fair:
Silver jewellery, multi media jewellery, origami cards and decorations, ceramic vessels.
Price Range:
£15 upwards
Payments:
Cash and Card Accepted
Zoe Laughton
Acrylic Originals/Giclee Prints/Homeware/Gifting
“Zoë Laughton creates joyful floral pieces from her Northamptonshire-based Casaly Studio. Her work celebrates colour, texture, and optimism— bringing a sense of warmth into any space.”
Bringing to the fair:
Giclee Prints, Watercolour floral jugs and pots, Joyful floral keyrings, Joyful floral notebooks, Christmas cards and baubles, Soy wax candles in sustainable floral jars.
Price Range:
£2.50 - £50
Payments:
Card Payments accepted
Katy Dynes (Kitty Dinners)
Illustration
“Ever curious Illustrator with a passion for big eyed characters, cheeky creatures and very old paper.”
Bringing to the fair:
Original Artwork, Small embellished limited edition prints, Greetings Cards, coasters and cushions, Hand decorated Baubles and badges, Books, that will include a personalised sketch of the recipient
Price Range:
£3 - £225
Payments:
Card and Cash
Jill Tisbury - Firedglass
Fused, lampworked, enamel painted and copper foiled glass
“Jill is an award winning glass artist working in all glass disciplines and teaches workshops at her purpose built studio in Rushden.”
Bringing to the fair:
Beautiful lampworked glass sculptures, Enamel painted wildlife in glass, Unique Murano glass handcrafted jewellery, Contemporary fused glassware.
Price Range:
£15-£200
Payments:
Cash and Card accepted
