Sussex


<p>Blue skies and buttercups, lighter mornings and longer evenings: that chilly breeze may not have got the memo but spring really is here. If the season of renewal has you feeling suddenly restless in your nest, then you need to know about these fresh drops from some of Sussex&#8217;s most stylish makers. Small swaps that make a big impact, they&#8217;re as joyful as they are handy. Think playful pastels and tactile natural materials that bring the outdoors in and uplift your everyday moments. </p>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/mirror_neutral.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">ROSA MIRROR BY TESS NEWALL, £495 (SMALL)</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Mirror, mirror, on the wall&#8230; Ensure your decor is as lovely as your own fair face with one of these tulip-wood mirrors, handmade in Sussex. They come in two sizes and three sprightly colours: crimson, malachite and sapphire (pictured). Folk art motifs adorn their frames, making them both timeless and on-trend. Have a browse of Tess&#8217;s lampshades and painted furniture, and it&#8217;ll come as no surprise to learn she&#8217;s collaborated with the likes of Kit Kemp. </p></div></div></div></div>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/original_recycled-leather-placemats-2.jpg" alt="Recycled leather placemats by Artbox, Sussex" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">LEATHER PLACEMATS BY ARTBOX, FROM £5</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>These smart recycled leather placemats are sustainably made by Artbox here in Sussex, and come in a range of sizes – coasters, too. Shade-wise we&#8217;re talking a full 14 hues, from Dove Grey to Aqua and Cherry Pink. We&#8217;re eyeing a mix and match approach to maximise the colour pop. Stylishly simple but fabulously functional with it. Check out Artbox&#8217;s personalised leather journals while you&#8217;re shopping. </p></div></div></div></div>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/chopping_board.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">CHOPPING BOARD IN BROWN OAK BY FORGE CREATIVE, £85</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Based in Halnaker near Chichester, Forge Creative makes bespoke furniture and objects that are quite simply beautiful. All sleek contemporary curves, their natural materials – primarily wood but sometimes incorporating glass and metal – make them instantly warm and tactile. It&#8217;s priced to match but for a taste of heirloom-to-be style, we&#8217;re eying this handmade solid oak chopping board. Free from toxic glues and finishes, they&#8217;re brilliant for slicing your favourite loaf on but more than classy enough to double as a serving board for cheese or antipasti. </p></div></div></div></div>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/nessa_mug.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">NESSA MUG BY KATE BRIGDEN, </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>An extra shot flat white? Or something more soothing? Whatever your chosen brew, start your day right with this hand-thrown, hand-painted ceramic mug made in its maker&#8217;s Sussex garden studio. Inspo-wise, it&#8217;s equally local, drawing on <span style="font-size: revert">Vanessa Bell&#8217;s Bloomsbury aesthetic. A functional piece that&#8217;s as lovely to hold as it is to behold</span>. You can buy direct from Kate Bridgen but why not head to From Victoria, a treasure trove boutique with an eye for botanical finds as well as sensory treats and fashion. </p></div></div></div></div>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/rye_pottery.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">GALAXY PINTRAYS, £35</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>The Rye Pottery dates from the late 1700s but this uplifting update of their classic<span style="font-size: revert"> 12cm dishes</span> features<span style="font-size: revert"> spring-tastic Flamingo Pink, Sun Yellow and Blue Green. Each handmade piece is decorated using freehand brushwork with a gentle but intricate top layer of Sgraffito.</span> Size-wise, they make a perfect trinket dish but they&#8217;d also be great as a spoon rest or for olives, too. <span style="font-size: revert">Or indeed mini eggs</span>! </p></div></div></div></div>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/sussex/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2026/03/soap_dish.png" alt="" aria-hidden="true" /></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">SOAP DISH BY EMMA JOHNSON CERAMICS, £35</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Atelier Beside the Sea is a hive of crafty endeavour, filling three seafront arches on Brighton Beach. Pop into its shop and you&#8217;ll find <span style="font-size: revert">a carefully curated selection of ceramics, textiles, jewellery, print, painting and sculpture from artists and makers across Sussex and further afield.</span> These angular soap dishes are as local as can be. Handmade by Brighton-based Emma Johnson, they come in soft but characterful shades like Moss Green and Citron Yellow. A simple way to refresh your entire bathroom. </p></div></div></div></div>



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Sussex-made homeware finds to shop this Spring

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