About

Eastbourne just got a little more colourful. Maker Studio, a vibrant new craft shop and creative hub, has opened its doors at 52 Ocklynge Road, right in the heart of Old Town. Run by award-winning designer duo Kate and Martin McCully, Maker Studio is part craft supply shop, part workshop space, and part community café, all under one welcoming roof.

Inside you'll find a curated selection of modern craft supplies, patterns, and DIY kits from indie makers like Hawthorn Handmade, Cotton Twist, Edinburgh Craft Club and more. There's also the full Make Me Roar crochet range designed in eastbourne by Kate herself - winner of Channel 4's Kirstie's Handmade Christmas.

Need a break? Grab a seat and enjoy exceptional coffee from Extract Coffee Roasters and rich, vegan-friendly hot chocolate by Islands Chocolate. Everything's available to drink in or take away.

Every week, the studio runs creative workshops for beginners, kids and seasoned makers alike, from amigurumi crochet and lino printing to creative writing, sewing machine workshops,gelli printing and still life drawing. Pop by for a coffee, sign up for a class, or just bring your own project and join the growing community of makers.

Shop Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9-4pm. Sunday 10-3pm