Brighton Open Houses - Cross Street

What better way than to spend a Sunday afternoon in the run-up to Christmas than visiting some of the Open Houses currently displaying art and gifts from local creative talent in our area.


Much more enjoyable than trudging down Western Road (when was the last time you were given complimentary mulled wine and snacks while browsing in Churchill Square?) these are the perfect places to pick up unique Christmas gifts, decorations and cards, or even just a little treat for yourself.

My nearest Open House is just round the corner on Cross Street, Hove, a wooden panelled workshop space used for mosaic and jewellery-making classes.

Cosy and kitsch, the studio is jam-packed with gorgeous handmade crafts including mosaic artwork, bunting, cards, jewellery, prints, brooches, pocket mirrors, leather purses, soft-toy animals, fabric pin boards and much more. Plenty to pour over while your generous hosts pour you another mulled wine...

To find your nearest Open House, visit the Artists Open Houses website.