December, and time to fling open the door to the workshop and extend an invitation to enjoy a tot of something warming while browsing the creative delights of five talented makers. I include myself, of course!

Alongside me this year are fellow potters Bridget Timoney and Jonathan Garratt, makers of distinctly different but equally practical pots, in stoneware and earthenware respectively. Patterned or plain, to use everyday or for special occasions, there’ll be a great range to choose from for those on your list who would appreciate a beautifully balanced handmade mug, jug or bowl.

Joining the gang for the first time this year, Clare Lewis is a weaver who makes cosy blankets and comforting rugs from her studio in the New Forest. Influenced by Scandinavian weaving traditions, she uses natural fibres and a colour palette that’s at once muted and joyful.

Also new this year, though familiar to many a Salisbury resident, Tamsin Loveday will be bringing her beautiful handmade books with their colourful and ingenious bindings - perfect for the artist in your life, or to encourage a reticent diarist to start keeping that journal!

As always, we’ll be welcoming visitors with mulled wine and mince pies, so a relaxed and convivial atmosphere is guaranteed. It’s also my opportunity to blitz the shelves and create space for the year ahead, so end of line bargains are there to be found alongside brand new work fresh from the kiln - possibly new enough to warm your hands on!