The Open Hus Collective

04/10/2026

Another creative workshop with Lucie celebrating Samhain, 29th October @ our new venue!

Celebrate Samhain with me this year! We are embracing all things witchy and making beautiful brooms from dried flowers and herbs.

Book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2002294898943?aff=oddtdtcreator

£25 p/p including all materials and refreshments at our new venue on Station Road in Chesterfield.

Celebrate this years Samhain (Halloween) by creating a beautiful broom from natural and gathered materials at this bespoke creative workshop. Lead by local artist and creative Lucie Maycock you will make your own broom using dried flowers, herbs and other gathered materials.

You will be invited to explore this special time of year celebrating the end of the harvest season and the thinning of the veil between the living and the spirit world. At the end of the session you are also invited to take part in an optional burning release ceremony.

23/08/2026

Still a few spaces left on Thursday with Lucie Art Official. Aquarius Full Moon workshop making a hanging spiritual star for your home 🌟

16/08/2026

Another workshop from Lucie this month. Make a beautiful hanging star to celebrate this month's Aquarious Full Moon

06/08/2026

The Art of Acrylic Paint Pouring with Kaleido Marbling Art

Unleash your creativity and learn the versatile technique of acrylic pouring with Kaleido Marbling Art.

Book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1996785693762?aff=oddtdtcreator

During this workshop you will learn how to create stunning abstract paintings using vibrant colours and various pouring methods. At the end of the workshop you will bring home one or possibly two finished paintings sized 12x 10 inches. You will also be taught a "waste not-want not" mono printing technique, and take away an additional two 6x6 inches canvas panels.

No previous experience is necessary, just come along with the willingness to learn and have some creative fun.

Added bonus is the opportunity to socialise while making art together. Paints and canvases will be provided, please bring an old apron, thank you.

Acrylic pouring is suitable for anybody from the age of 8. Participants between the age of 8 and 13 must be supervised by a parent/legal guardian.

Visit Kaleido Marbling Art's website here:�
https://www.kaleidomarbling.com/

30/07/2026

The next Artist Jam session at Open Hus 🧡

Our next Artists Jam session is one you won't want to miss!

We're delighted to welcome Alison Ballard on Thursday 13th August for an interactive session exploring "What's Holding You Back?"

Alison is an artist, lecturer and coach who'll be sharing practical tools, creative insights and facilitating discussion to help you move your creative practice forward.

🎟️ Find out more and book your FREE place here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/artists-jam-chesterfield-tickets-1743762242809

Know a Chesterfield artist or creative who'd enjoy the evening? Please tag them, share this post or our event page https://fb.me/e/5e0hFlsc0 ❤️

Junction Arts Monkey Park The Open Hus Collective Arts Derbyshire Derbyshire Open Arts Fleet Arts Community Growth CIC Chesterfield College Kakou Derbyshire Voluntary Action - DVA Creative Community Pottery Lucie Art Official Platform Thirty1 Beam Cultural Corridor - Bolsover District Arts Council England

29/07/2026

Tickets for Hūs Party 4 are now live. We're excited for an excellent lineup on Tuesday 11th August.

We're welcoming Phoenix 11 offering their incredible original music spanning genres from Classical, Jazz to Opera.

They will be sharing the stage with the two more amazing poets.

Sophie Gresswell, founder of perpendicular poems. Embrace interconnected heritage.

The multi-talented Lewis Christopher Young, writer of very short stories and even shorter poems, usually about trivial things. He uses his middle name to make it awkward for designers of gig posters.

Tickets available through the following link - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hus-party-04-tickets-1994692844995?aff=oddtdtcreator

It's BYOB so remember to grab your refreshments before you arrive.

17/07/2026

This time last week we had a very warm “Artists Jam hosting Chesterfield Creatives” session at The Open Hus.

A huge thank you to Nathan from Junction Arts for sharing practical advice on becoming a community artist, and to Lucie Art Official for leading creative activities exploring our identities. Thanks also to our Creative Revolution Coordinator, Kate, for hosting such a welcoming session.

It was wonderful to get such amazing feedback:
🧡 “You’ve created a breath of fresh air for Chesterfield Creatives through the Artists Jam network. Thank you so much! It’s a joy! So are you!
❤️” Inclusive group. Always inspiring and lots of valuable information. We live in exciting times. Thank you.”
💛 “Grateful! Curious! Warm :)”
💜”A good session which has given me an opportunity to now consider a new venture. Keep up the good work.”
💚 “Informative and full of useful information even if we were a little sweaty! Always have the best time creating with fellow artists!”
💖“Enthused. So grateful for these sessions. Loved hearing about being a community artist. Very applicable as I’ve just applied for a community arts project. Really confidence building and lovely to meet and share with others.”

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Our next FREE Artist Jam session is a special summer evening event on Thursday 13th August – we hope to see you there! Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/artists-jam-chesterfield-tickets-1743762242809

04/07/2026

Next week join Kate Burns for a lovely relaxed writing session…

Join us at Open Hus for a fun, relaxed evening of poetry, prosecco and great company lead by the amazing Kate Burns

Whether you're a seasoned writer or have never picked up a pen before, this guided session is all about enjoying the process – with absolutely no pressure to share (unless you want to!).

🥂 Includes a complementary glass of Prosecco (or non-alcoholic alternative).
🖊 A low-pressure, guided writing session.
📖 Leave with your own poem – no experience needed!
📝 No need to worry about spelling, grammar, or handwriting.
🍷 Feel free to bring additional drinks to enjoy.
🖍 All materials provided – just bring yourself.

Book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/poetry-and-prosecco-tickets-1989548372740?aff=oddtdtcreator

22/06/2026

Join us at Open Hus for a fun, relaxed evening of poetry, prosecco and great company lead by the amazing Kate Burns

Whether you're a seasoned writer or have never picked up a pen before, this guided session is all about enjoying the process – with absolutely no pressure to share (unless you want to!).

🥂 Includes a complementary glass of Prosecco (or non-alcoholic alternative).
🖊 A low-pressure, guided writing session.
📖 Leave with your own poem – no experience needed!
📝 No need to worry about spelling, grammar, or handwriting.
🍷 Feel free to bring additional drinks to enjoy.
🖍 All materials provided – just bring yourself.

Book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/poetry-and-prosecco-tickets-1989548372740?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/06/2026

Another wonderful Hus Party last night. Thank you to all the performers & audience for making it special 🧡

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