Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

Beverley Stearn reviewed: Glass fusing for Christmas - taster day

"Had a wonderful time at a Christmas glass fusing course which was a return visit following a previous experience with Mattt at Creative Retreats and Holidays. Matt has a wealth of knowledge about all things glass and is keen to share this with those who want to learn. The day was not only fun but gave the participants - just five of us - real hands on crafting with a wonderful array of glass and equipment available to us. We all came away feeling very proud of our creations and having had a wonderful day which included a lovely lunch of homemade soup & bread. Thank you Mattt for a wonderful day and one to certainly be repeated."

Creative Retreats and Holidays responded:

" Hi Beverley. Thanks for your review! It was a pleasure to welcome you for your day of festive fusing. I hope to welcome you back to the studio in the not too distant future!"

Maureen Botham reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"Superb day spent with very hospitable and knowledgeable host. Matt took great care to ensure that I had a safe and enjoyable experience building up my skills and knowledge to produce 2 pieces of glass work anyone would be proud of. The glass studio is superb (I want one!), really well equipped and resourced, plus comfortable rec space for "time out" and refreshments; which were greatly appreciated including home baked breads and jam. Very good value for money introduction to a fascinating craft, couldn't recommend more highly."

Creative Retreats and Holidays responded:

" Dear Maureen, Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. It was a pleasure to welcome you to the studio. Your glass has been fused and looks fantastic; I'll be posting it to you this afternoon. I hope to welcome you back! Warm regards, Mattt"

Gail Ball reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"This was my Christmas present from my husband, done in September! a busy schedule plus an injured ankle prolonged the time before I could take advantage of a free day and go along! What a superb day! Matt is so clearly delighted to impart her skills, and her careful explanations and the way she answered all our questions, (there were two of us on the day's course,) proved her patience and knowledge. I am so glad that I did remember how to cut glass, and pleased that I was allowed to follow my own ideas, and not held back at all! M5y glass pieces arrived today, and I am thrilled with them! Thank you so much, Matt."

Janice Muehlthaler reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"What a wonderful way to spend a day. A warm welcome, relaxed environment and guidance from the very knowledgeable Mattt. I felt like a child in a sweet shop choosing from all the materials to create my fused glass pieces. p.s. make sure you try the homemade bread!"

Carole C reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"Fantastic course! Really recommend it. Mattt is a great teacher - we had a great day - and learned a huge amount. Have just signed up for a 6 week course -really inspiring!"

Peter Bentley reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"Thankyou Mattt really enjoyed my taster day glass fusing, looking forward to seeing the thing I made,excellent teacher, learnt a lot in a day. Thanks again Mattt Peter."

peter mortimer reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"Very good couple of days. Feel confident to continue on my own having been shown all the techniques I need. Lovely location, good facilities, good food and good teacher, would highly recommend."

vicki noble reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"Absolutely loved it! I went with my sister to do a glass fusing day. There was just the two of us which meant that we got Matts full attention. We both learnt so much and I cant wait to get my bits. Matt was professional but very friendly. My sister and I both teach so I think we are qualified to say that Matt is a really good teacher, patient, engaging and a super host. I will be doing this course often."

Dee Sullivan reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"A friend and I really enjoyed our day with Mattt learning about and practicing glass fusion. Mattt's very welcoming and patient, and good at explaining things and answering lots of questions, as well as stepping in to give practical help if required. We learnt how to cut glass, how different materials react in the kiln, and how to create two pieces of work. If you're not religious - we definitely aren't - don't let that element of Mattt's website put you off. It was a great, practical day and I want to go back for more."

Mary Hill reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"I did a six week course and we had a detailed timetable as soon as we arrived but were told it was flexible. The first week looked a bit boring but NO we learnt how the kiln worked and when we had a pile of greenhouse glass that we have been cutting to learn how to use the cutter and to cut various shapes not just straight lines we made them into designs that were then fused. The result was wonderful. Who would have thought greenhouse glass could be so beautiful. Then tack-fusing which was like gluing glass together so that we kept the texture. Again with good explanations of the changes in kiln settings needed. We were then let loose with full fusing. Flat pieces to begin with and then bowls and dishes. An inspiring six weeks."

Pam Rogers reviewed: Glass fusing and slumping (warm glass) in the beautiful Kent Downs near Canterbury

"This has been a most enjoyable 6 weeks. I have learned about the science of glass fusion which is fascinating and explains the process and why things happen - such as air bubbles! Mattt has explained working with glass–the safety aspects as well as how to use the cutters and has always been there with encouragement and design ideas. We (it has been a class of two) have had the run of her wide range of materials and I have been delighted with the pieces I have produced. It has been the bright spot of the week."