Embrace the spirit of the season by supporting independent talent at The Art House.
Searching for those perfect, one-of-a-kind gifts while giving back to the creative community? Look no further — Wakefield’s new immersive retail experience, Makers Wonderland, is your ultimate winter destination.
Step into a spellbinding winter wonderland where the charm of a traditional Christmas market meets the curated elegance of a contemporary art exhibition. From handcrafted ceramics to unique textiles, each item in this curated collection has been thoughtfully selected to showcase Yorkshire’s most inspiring artists, makers, and designers.
This year’s Makers Wonderland brings together an extraordinary group of artists and designers from across the North of England.
Visitors will discover Lucy Jo Newell of NYOO, whose handmade textile homewares and accessories celebrate colour and comfort, alongside Hannah Way’s hand-thrown, ‘build-your-own’ candlesticks, mugs and tableware made in The Art House Ceramics Studio.
The collection continues with designer Laura Slater’s signature hand-printed homewares and Olivia Campbell’s delicately crafted paper flowers, works that combine artistry with a touch of festive magic. Tom Archer, Founder of Skógr Studio presents Cubism-inspired wooden homewears that blur the line between sculpture and design, while Katharine Tyrrell-Lewis showcases her beautifully wheel-thrown and hand-decorated ceramics.
Jeweller Will Sharp contributes contemporary pieces in recycled silver and plant-based thermoplastic, paired with Hollie Latham of Alchemilla Floral, whose everlasting dried flower arrangements capture the subtle poetry of the natural world. Laura Taylor’s frosted mirrors and ceramic forms add a cool, modern elegance, complemented by Wakefield Designer Ellie Way’s evocative Seasons prints and Ruth Wilde’s hand-built, hand-painted ceramic vessels.
Whether you’re hunting for a small token, thoughtful gifts or a grand gesture, the festive Makers Wonderland offers a truly unique shopping experience. By shopping here, you’re not just buying a gift, you’re supporting the heart of Yorkshire’s creative community.
This winter season, let your shopping be as meaningful as your giving. Visit the Makers Wonderland and make your Christmas truly magical. Support small, shop independent!
If you aren’t able to make it down in person don’t worry…
