Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Supports (Obelisk and Cloche) at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden - Day Course

Shirley reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Supports (Obelisk or Cloche) - Morning Course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex

"We had a lovely day. We made our obelisk under a large tree on a bright sunny day. With excellent instruction we both went home with a useful garden support and a feeling of achievement. "

anjali martin reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket-weaving for Beginners - Day Course at Paddock Art Studios, Lewes

"Such fun, dexterity, tranquility, peace, serenity, a lovely view and some beautiful plant supports to take home as our party bag. As Marianne advocates, there are many dimensions to this craft."

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Thank you for your 5-star review, Anjali. Great to hear that you found it fun. You certainly worked hard and got some amazing plant supports. Happy planting!"

Clare reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket-weaving for Beginners - Day Course at Paddock Art Studios, Lewes

"I enjoyed this course a lot - lovely studio and garden and Marianne was a great teacher. She gave us lots of individual help and made sure we all came away with a beautiful basket! "

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Clare. Wonderful to hear that you enjoyed it so much. You made a lovely, sturdy basket and I will look forward to seeing it in situ. Many thanks and hope to see you again sometime."

Tracy Cuff reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket-weaving for Beginners - Day Course at Paddock Art Studios, Lewes

"I thoroughly enjoyed Marianne’s basket weaving course, it was truly inspiring. She is a very good, patient teacher and as well as coming away with a lovely hand made basket by the end of the day I had a much needed calming experience. All of the attendees were fun, like minded people and a pleasure to spend the day with. Thank you."

Crafty Basketry responded:

" So good to hear and see that you were in the moment and experiencing the balancing out of yin and yang during the weaving process. So good for the soul, isn't it?! Look forward to having you on board again soon and wishing you the best of luck, being back in good old Blighty, and your new home. Namaste, Tracy. Marianne"

Phillida Lamon reviewed: Crafty Basketry's | Weaving Willow Ornaments | PRIVATE COURSE at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden, Kent

"A huge Thank You to Marianne for taking on board my ladies from Switzerland 🇨🇭 on their Visit Kent tour. We had a fantastic evening learning the basic techniques of Willow weaving and couldn’t believe how good the finished products were! Marianne is simply a lovely person to do such an activity with! Calm, reassuring, patient and attentive. It was endearing to witness her attachment to the environment and the Cowshed / workshop was the perfect place to make our willow plates/ trays and bird feeders. All the best Marianne … Merci mille fois! Phillida, Jacky, Béatrice, Elisabeth, Michèle & Danielle"

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Thank you so much for your review, ladies! I had a lovely time with you. You were such fun and such a well-matched group! Wonderful to hear you had a lovely time working with willow for the first time. I hope the remainder of your tour was fabulous too and you're now safely home, having made fantastic memories. All the very best, Marianne"

Alan Saunders reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Supports (Obelisk or Cloche) - Morning Course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex

"Lovely location, a very pleasant way to spend a day and come away with a fabulous sculptural basket. Marianne gave very clear and helpful instruction and was very helpful when correcting my mistakes. I would highly recommend her course to anyone who wants to make baskets, and to have a very nice time in peaceful rural setting."

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Hello Alan, Thank you so much for your review of the course. It's super to hear you enjoyed it. Great to see you not only learnt a new craft but applied the techniques in such an artistic way. I'm looking to make some furniture out of metal and willow, so would be great to work on a collab with you. Thanks very much, Alan and speak to you soon. Wish best wishes, Marianne Crafty Basketry"

Deanna reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Day Weaving Autumn or Christmas Wreaths and other Decorations in Etchingham

"My friend and myself had a great day making a wreath, some stars and an angel! Marianne is a lovely teacher, patient, kind, friendly and very knowledgable. "

elizabeth mavor reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Day Weaving Autumn or Christmas Wreaths and other Decorations in Etchingham

"Marianne was so patient teaching us to weave. We learned at our own pace and produced glorious wreaths that can be used again and again. And gave us the written instructions so we can use our new skills on other projects. Thank you. "

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Thanks very much for your review and the lovely photo of the wreath on your front door, Liz! It looks stunning! So good to hear that you're going to use your pond and try different projects soon. Have fun!"

Lorraine reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Day Weaving Autumn or Christmas Wreaths and other Decorations in Etchingham

"Marianne the instructor was extremely patient, kind and informative. I left feeling that I had learnt a great deal about the craft of weaving and with my Xmas wreath that will take pride of place on my front door. I will strongly recommend Marianne's course to friends and family."

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Thanks so much for your recommendation, Lorraine! You were such a fun, cheerful, uplifting and enthusiastic student to have on board. I could see you were in your element, and the wreath with its stylish decoration and angel showed that. Hope to see you again next year, then with daughter. "

Marianne Cox reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Supports (Obelisk and Cloche) at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden - Day Course

"What a lovely day! Highly recommended! Making willow obelisk structures in peaceful countryside surroundings. Truly the best medicine for the soul! I will be back! Basket weaving next! Thank you! ?"

Crafty Basketry responded:

" Hi Marianne, Thank you so much for recommending my course and you're even going to take part again! This time with your Mum in July! Wonderful! If she picks it up as easily as you did, then you'll end up with beautiful baskets. Look forward to meeting your Mum once over from Norway. With best wishes, Marianne x"