The Creative Place in Northampton’s Market Square, area is launching a Mini Makers Market from 22 November, running throughout the Christmas season and showcasing some of Northamptonshire’s most imaginative makers.
The festive pop-up will feature handmade gifts, cards, decorations, and a programme of free Christmas craft sessions for children and adults, including gift-tag making and paper-snowflake workshops.
Becky Carrier, Director of The Creative Place, said:
“We are excited about creating this festive space where visitors can both get creative and shop local. Some of our free activities for all ages include making gift tags as well as paper snowflakes to either take home or to help us fill The Creative Place with everyone’s festive snow! It’s going to be a lot of fun — we’re inviting everyone to stop by, grab a gift for someone you love, or just come in, get inspired, and get crafty!”
Featured Makers
C.E.O Artist (Chloe Osborn)
A vibrant abstract artist selling original works and painted baubles. Chloe has also created a festive window display for The Creative Place — complete with an elf’s hat, reindeer, and Santa’s hat — offering a cheerful photo opportunity for visitors. Her past projects include painting the piano of local musician Billy Lockett, who appeared on ITV’s The Voice in 2024.
Neo Intricate Designs (Nicola)
Nicola creates eco-friendly gifts using materials recycled from the food industry, preventing tonnes of waste from reaching landfill. Her collection includes leather bags, purses, keyrings, charms, trinket dishes, decorations, and jewellery crafted from wood, acrylic, and 3D-printed filament.
QStory Northampton
A volunteer-run, not-for-profit community group supporting LGBTQIA creatives. They will be selling their anthology of short stories produced by members of their writing group, alongside handmade craft items including pompoms and amigurumi.
Northampton College Fine Art Students
Local students will present artworks inspired by the essence of Northampton — abstract interpretations that capture the town’s energy, history, and lesser-known stories.
Visit the Makers Market
With 17 Northamptonshire creatives selling their work, visitors can browse unique gifts, support local talent, and enjoy a welcoming creative space.
The Mini Makers Market is open Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm, from now until Christmas.
Find out more about The Creative Place via their website: https://nncreativeplace.org/
or meet the traders on Instagram @NNCreativePlace and Facebook NNCreativePlace.