Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

Vicky reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"Excellent 2 days helped by the fabulous sunshine! The course was well run, allowing each to reach an almost completed sculpture. Alison provided wonderful hospitality keeping us all topped up with food and open access cafe area for snacks and beverages. Caroline was an experienced, calming influence when my creation was looking a disaster, the voice of reason and expertise!"

Christopher Kelly reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving (2 days) in the Peak District

"Zantium Studios is set in a beautiful location which is made better by the welcome from Godfrey the peacock. Alison and Peter hosted the 2-day workshop beautifully; they are the loveliest people and were available for anything we needed. Ahead of attending the course Alison was on hand to answer all my questions and assured me that they could cater for my gluten free needs. The lunches were delicious as were the yummy snacks, teas and coffees. I attended the 2-day basket weaving class with Eddie Glew. The course lived up to all my expectations and more. Eddie is a great teacher and I couldn't recommend him and Zantium studios more highly."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou, Chris, for this wonderful, glowing review. Thankyou so much for joining us here at Zantium. It was a pleasure to have on the course...and my only regret is that I failed to get a photo of you departing by pushbike, with your beautiful big basket on the back! Enjoy your newfound skills and come back soon x"

Jilly Greig reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving (2 days) in the Peak District

"Had been looking forward to doing a workshop with Eddy for ages, and was certainly not disappointed! I made a log basket and although not a total beginner felt lots of fine tunings shown by Eddy really helped me up my game. He was so patient and spotted little things I was doing that were not quite there yet, and helped me to work on the correct method to give a much better finish on my basket. Thanks Eddy i will definitely be back! Thanks also to our lovely hosts at the wonderful Zantium Studios, beautiful surroundings, including Godfrey the peacock! And the lovely lunches and snacks. Such a great experience all round. Would definitely recommend!!"

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou so much, Jilly. We feel very fortunate to have Eddie as a visiting tutor here at Zantium Studios. Delighted to hear the course hit the spot and you have plans for more willow weaving pursuits. I trust your wonderful basket will soon find its perfect home at your dream croft..."

H Loizou reviewed: Festive Willow Reindeer (1 day) in the Peak District

"Relaxing quiet fun, excellent tutor excellent location excellent hosts and food. Highly recommend."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou for this lovely review and the super photo you sent of your finished piece. Your reindeer looks wonderful! Hope he brings much Christmas sparkle to you and yours over the festive season."

Chris Davidson reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving (2 days) in the Peak District

"A good tutor who could take a complete novice and equip them with the skills to take home a basket that they can be proud of. Fantastic environment to work in and brilliant hospitality from the owners of the studio. I left the course feeling "well chuffed" and three days later I'm still buzzing when I look at what I achieved!"

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou, Chris, for this great review. We feel very lucky to have Eddie Glew teach for us here at Zantium Studios. Congratulations on your willow weaving achievements - a basket to be proud of! There is nothing quite like the buzz of creating something new from scratch. Thanks for your kind words. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us."

Lucy reviewed: Willow Garden Structures (1 day) in the Peak District

"I had a wonderful time making a willow obelisk then dragonflies and willow wind spinners. Eddie was brilliant as a tutor - really helpful, patient and clear and also very encouraging! The setting was lovely and we were all made to feel very welcome and the food provided was delicious, especially the homemade brownies! Thank you for such a memorable day - I loved it!"

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou, Lucy, for this happy review. Glad to hear you had fun on the course...and liked my brownies (- I have finally discoverer the best recipe!) We are very lucky to have Eddie Glew teach here for us."

Marie Donohue reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving (2 days) in the Peak District

"Excellent tutor , lovely surroundings and hospitality . Was very pleased with my basket"

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou for happy feedback, Marie. So glad you enjoyed the course. Your baskets were superb!"

sue humphreys reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"I have just spent 2 wonderful days creating a stargazing hare in willow. Emma was an excellent tutor. The studio was lovely to work in and the food was lovely home cooked and delicious. I would highly recommend this course and Zantium Studios."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou so much, Sue, for this lovely review. You were a very hardworking group. Hope your hare sculpture is enjoying his new home and is much admired."

Vicki Cooper reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"A great course and beautiful nourishing environment. Caroline is a very talented craftswoman and a caring and attentive teacher. Her step by step guidance and enthusiasm for each of our projects carried us all through the course to produce a menagerie of beautiful animals. I would highly recommend this course."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou so much for your warm and positive comments. You were a buoyant and talented group. Lovely to meet you, Vicki - I hope your willow horse is enjoying pastures new and receiving many admiring glances."

Carole reviewed: Willow Garden Structures (1 day) in the Peak District

"Eddie was a great tutor! Patient and explained things really clearly. Lovely venue and Alison very hospitable, good cake!! We will be back for basket weaving."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thanks Carole, We consider ourselves very lucky to have Eddie Glew as our tutor - he is a very busy chap in the World of Willow! Thankyou for joining us and for your happy review. We look forward to welcoming you back for for Basket Weaving."

Marina reviewed: Willow Garden Structures (1 day) in the Peak District

"The days' course of willow weaving was excellent. Patiently instructed by Eddie, who explained techniques easily with practical demonstrations. I had a great time and learned the basics of a new skill, coming home with useful and decorative items. Thank you to Alison for providing a tasty lunch and homemade flapjacks and brownies! A brilliant day course."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou, Marina, for this glowing review. I seem to remember this course was given to you as a gift so I am delighted it lived up to expectations. Happy weaving! Alison x"

Margaret reviewed: Willow Garden Structures (1 day) in the Peak District

"I enjoyed this course enormously, I had no idea what to expect but was made to feel capable from the start. The structures we produced were unique, attractive and useful. Eddie was endlessly patient- very relaxed and encouraging throughout. Although the weather did everything it could to dampen our spirits, the course was wonderful. The setting is beautiful, the refreshments and lunch were delicious, and fellow participants were supportive and friendly."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou, Margaret, for such positive feedback. You were an excellent group, full of enthusiasm. I will pass on your kind words to Eddie. We are thrilled to have him as a visiting tutor as he does such a good job. Enjoy your garden...and your willow. Best wishes Alison"

Sue Watkins reviewed: Willow Sculptural Forms (1 day) in the Peak District

"Fantastic day, thoroughly enjoyed learning new skills from Emma and Alison was a very attentive hostess. We had such a good time we’re booked in for another 2 day course. Well done Zantium and Emma Parkins."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

" Thankyou Sue, We loved having you on board. See you again soon!"

Lindsey Hughes reviewed: Willow Garden Structures (1 day) in the Peak District

"Spent a lovely day making an obelisk for next year's sweet peas which will take pride of place in our garden. Eddie explained everything very simply and was very encouraging. The setting was wonderful and our hostess very welcoming and a lovely lunch and refreshments were provided throughout the day."

G Foster reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"Well run , after a brief introduction we quickly got down to creating our own pieces of sculpture which was great. The course tuition was clear and hands on. The willow was easy to use and I was surprised that we all achieved great sculptures in such a short time. The snacks, lunch and cakes to keet us going and were good as well. All in all had a very enjoyable and productive two days ."

Frankie Esposito reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"Recently, I was very fortunate to be able to participate in the two day animal willow weaving sculpture course at Zantium studios, needless to say I was awfully excited about the two days, with visions of coming away with a beautiful animal sculpture that I'd made myself. I can wholeheartedly say that my expectations were more than met, with the help of Caroline I made a beautiful dear that is now sitting proudly on my front lawn, walkers passing by and neighbours comment on it all the time, and I had a fair few "likes" on facebook also. The two days at zantium were brilliant, the studio was nice and cosy with plenty of space to work, the rest of the group were great fun and we all got on like a house on fire. Best of all were the delicious home made lunches by Alison, plenty of coffee and tea and certainly the homemade cake in the afternoon went down a treat. All in all, it was a brilliant couple of days, well worth it, and I can highly recommend the course. many thanks to all."