Crafts in the Valley reviews

19 May 23'

Val & Jill reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"We really enjoyed our day course with Melanie. As first timers with glass fusing we can honestly say that it was great fun to learn and also enjoyed the company of the group..it is always nice to share the experience and meet new people. Melanie is a marvellous host and teacher and it is certainly an addictive craft."

14 May 23'

Andrea Hainsworth reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"A magical morning! Melanie explained everything very clearly before we began and was on hand throughout to help and advise. I hadn't realised how much could be achieved, and although concentration levels were high, the pleasure and sense of achievement was well worth it. I found it a lot of fun and so interesting to learn a new craft. It was good to meet like-minded people and enjoy all sorts of sweet treats, with Melanie offering tea, coffee etc regularly along with delicious cake served with fresh strawberries and raspberries. The whole morning was a delight and I would like to go again and try my hand at something different. Melanie makes everyone feel very welcome and obviously works hard to make it a very enjoyable experience! I can't wait to collect my lantern next week."

16 Apr 23'

Nicola Bagnall reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Myself and my two daughters had a wonderful day with Melanie yesterday. We made some wonderful pieces of glass! She was an expert in showing us what to do and was so kind and friendly and helped our creative juices flow!! We can't wait to go back and try some more."

12 Apr 23'

Sue Bladon reviewed: Three Little Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"We had a lovely afternoon creating our birds. Melanie was very friendly, relaxed and organised and guided us through the process. As complete beginners we felt confident under Melanie’s guidance and enjoyed creating something that actually looks good! The refreshments were excellent too. I’m looking forward to returning to try something else."

30 Mar 23'

Lynn Lucas reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"We thoroughly enjoyed the glass fusion course. It was very well organised and the tuition was excellent. We learnt new skills which brought our creative talents to the fore. The location was great for us with plenty of parking outside. Teas, coffee and cake provided. All excellent thank you. We look forward to doing the follow up glass fusion."

21 Mar 23'

Gai reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Excellent teacher, with a lively way of helping each of us produce a wonderful piece of work to take home. And I should mention lovely cake too! Will definitely be doing more courses with Melanie GM"

20 Mar 23'

Helen reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Batik textile workshop in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Leaving a review on behalf of my daughter who attended this course. She had a wonderful time and produced some really beautiful work. Thank you! "

18 Mar 23'

Janette Proud reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"We enjoyed a fabulous day with Melaine on the Felted Picture workshop. We were all beginners and Melanie was so patient, knowledgeable, unassuming, approachable and friendly and had a lovely sense of humour. She has amazing resources to use and we each made a picture we are delighted with. We would definitely book another workshop with her.Thank you so much x"

16 Mar 23'

Vickie Mellor reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"This was the 3rd course I have undertaken with Melanie and all 3 have been excellent, but this was the best. Melanie is an excellent teacher and explains things so you are learning what does and does not work. Everything is well set out so time is not wasted and the advice means that even if you are not very artistic you end up with a superb creation. I have no hesitation in recommending her courses to anyone. It’s a wonderful way to be creative and spend quality time. I can’t wait for the next one."

16 Mar 23'

Diane reviewed: Three Little Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"Spent a lovely afternoon decorating glass birds. Melanie is friendly and welcoming, she explained the process and showed us different ideas to use when decorating glass. She made time for everyone to ask questions and made sure that we all had a good experience. "

6 Mar 23'

Susan FF reviewed: Three Little Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"An excellent way to spend an afternoon, the workshop was warm and inviting and Melanie was friendly and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, you need no previous experience, the tea/coffee and cakes that were provided along the way was a wonderful bonus."

6 Mar 23'

Julie-Ann reviewed: Three Little Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"What a fabulous afternoon, So enjoyed learning a new craft. Melanie was just so lovely and helpful. She gave lots of information hints and tips along the process. Hospitality was second to none with tea coffee and cake over flowing all afternoon too. I so can’t wait to see how what I have made turns out. Would definitely recommend this course."

5 Mar 23'

Hilary Griffiths reviewed: Three Little Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"Melanie was very organised and the workshop was very enjoyable and relaxing . Loads of cake and treats which went down very well. Thoroughly recommend this."

14 Feb 23'

Nell Dewhirst reviewed: Fused glass bowl and dichroic glass jewellery in Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire

"My friends and I had a fantastic time on the bowl making course. Melanie is a great tutor, explains things very clearly and we had lots of fun designing our bowls and making the jewellery afterwards. Plus lots of delicious cake! We're really looking forward to seeing our finished pieces."

14 Feb 23'

Gary Buxton reviewed: Fused glass bowl and dichroic glass jewellery in Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire

"What a totally joyful thing to do. I've done a couple of Melanie's events and have made an abundance of glass objects, most recently a bowl. I love the fact that we get to learn more about how the pigmentation will behave in the kiln so that we can more confidently play around on each visit. Melanie makes the experience so much fun and her infectious enthusiasm for the adventure encourages us to experiment! Can't wait for attending the next course!"

8 Feb 23'

Carol reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"This is a really good course and Melanie an excellent teacher. She explains and demonstrates everything so everyone understands what to do. My daughter and I are planning to do another course with Melanie, as it was a lovely relaxed atmosphere and the cake a real treat."

5 Feb 23'

Kath Bailey reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Been on many of Melanie's courses and loved every one, she is a brilliant teacher, very patient, and the cakes are good too 😍"

3 Feb 23'

Harrison reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Fun experience to make a lantern and some extras "

2 Feb 23'

Amanda Watson reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Enjoyed the course, really friendly and fun, a nice way to spend an afternoon creating."

1 Feb 23'

Alyson Healey reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Do you like being shown how to make beautiful things ? Do you like meeting lovely people ? Do you like biscuits and cakes ? Then hot foot it to crafts in the valley. I've done 2 courses now. Melanie is lovely and it's fantastic having beautiful glass jewellery and nick nacks made by your own fair hands. I can't recommend enough"

22 Jan 23'

Sarah P reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Melanie is an excellent teacher and I learnt such a lot about felting. I would thoroughly recommend the course and it was relaxing too."

18 Nov 22'

Pauline Smith reviewed: Fused Glass Wave and Dichroic Glass Jewellery Workshop with Crafts in the Valley

"Fabulous workshop! I thoroughly enjoyed making a fused glass wave. Melanie is such a warm, friendly person who guides you easily and skilfully through your imagined designs. I felt quite competent after a while … and so proud of what I created. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly … with the added bonus of tea and cakes … Perfect! I have recommended to family and friends and would certainly attend another of Melanie’s workshops. "

9 Nov 22'

Maureen reviewed: Fused Glass Wave and Dichroic Glass Jewellery Workshop with Crafts in the Valley

"Really enjoyed this course, learning a new skill from such a knowledgeable and inspiring teacher. The glass products all look lovely. I hope do do more!"

31 Oct 22'

Patrick Barry reviewed: Fused glass bowl and dichroic glass jewellery in Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire

"I had a fantastic day at the glass works studio, a really interesting process and one that allows your creativity to flow. Melanie is an amazing teacher, and I will most definitely be coming to the next course. "

22 Oct 22'

Maureen reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed this well organised workshop. Melanie is a really good art teacher. She provided examples and books on felting to inspire us and talked us through lots of ideas. There was a mind- boggling range of beautiful yarns to choose from. Melanie is very hospitable, providing wonderful refreshments throughout the day, including great coffee and homemade cake. "