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Shelley Massey reviewed: Silver clay taster session at Gallery in Heswall, Wirral

"Very enjoyable session. Silver clay was all new to me and Georgina explained everything brilliantly."

Karen Sutton reviewed: Learn upholstery and have fun at Ball Hill farm upholstery

"I can highly recommend this course. Nicky has excellent knowledge and skills which she imparts in a friendly and welcoming workshop. She can provide all tools and materials required other than your chosen fabric for your project. The day runs smoothly with coffee and tea and a wonderful light lunch taken with other participants, many of whom are on-going students who are “old hands”. On the days I attended, there was another expert on hand for advice and guidance, although Nicky was always there to make sure we all kept working to a very high standard."

Simon Joy reviewed: Screen printing on glass

"This is a fantastic course for anybody interested in this medium, I decided to sign up for it after having attended Jim`s Monday night course. Jim is a great teacher and takes you through the whole process over the weekend. It's fantastic to see your ideas come to life and finally appear on the glass. The course was great fun and it was a pleasure meeting the others on the course and I would highly recommend this, you won't regret it."

Sue Cook reviewed: Festive card making/Papercraft

"I have only been to 2 classes but have been made very welcome. Karen is an amazing teacher demonstrating the techniques slowly and ensuring beginners like myself are keeping up. She supplies all the resources needed to make the finished item. There is a good atmosphere and all the other fellow crafters make for an enjoyable time."

Minnie Muse responded:

"Hi Sue, Thank you for leaving this review, I really appreciate it. I'm so impressed how quickly you have progressed with your stamping skills at the classes, you have great natural ability. It's a pleasure that you have joined our crafty group and I enjoy your company and friendship very much."

Jackie Whitelock reviewed: Festive card making/Papercraft

"Karen's classes are always good fun, she is a very good teacher. I have learned so much from her classes and have met other crafters and have made lots of new crafty friends, her classes go too fast. I recommend her classes, you will enjoy them and learn lots of new crafty techniques."

Minnie Muse responded:

"Hi Jackie, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. I'm pleased you are learning new techniques at the classes, you have many other craft talents which are fantastic. It's a pleasure to have your friendship and spend time with you at the classes."

Joh reviewed: Percher hat making - blocking for beginners millinery workshop

"Great hat blocking course for beginners I would really recommend Rachel as a tutor in millinery she is fantastic and very talented. This is my second course with Rachel and I hope to be booking onto another with her again soon!"

Alison Turnbull reviewed: Create beautiful Christmas table & stocking gifts in Derbyshire

"Fabulous course with brilliant ideas for Christmas. Own crafty bags full of everything needed to make notebooks , stamps and wooden hangings ready to decorate with one's stamps?. The Slipper Studio is such a great welcoming place with yummy treats, hot drinks & biscuits to keep one going. Can highly recommend any courses run by Liz Wellby at the studio."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thank you for such lovely comments; it’s always a pleasure to have you at The Slipper Studio. Bert and I have big smiles on our faces! See you in 2020 for more creativity and fun. Best wishes Liz"

Elaine Keeler reviewed: Festive card making/Papercraft

"I have been attending Karen's classes for a couple of years now. Karen is a very good and patient teacher, she always has lots of samples to show us how our finished items should look, and she does lots of preparation beforehand, so everything we need is to hand. I have learned lots of different card making techniques, and some mixed media too. The classes are a good place to learn and also a good way to make friends - we always enjoy ourselves and have a good laugh, my only complaint is that the time goes too quickly! But that's a good excuse to come back again! I can thoroughly recommend Karen to anyone, don't be shy, come and learn and have fun too."

Minnie Muse responded:

"Hi Elaine, How time flies! Thanks so much for leaving this review. I am pleased you are continuing to add to your crafting skills, you have many great craft skills which I admire. I really enjoy your company at the classes and friendship."

Mervat Elsadek reviewed: Silver clay taster session at Gallery in Heswall, Wirral

"I had such a great time. I learnt a lot, Georgina is a great teacher and a wonderful artist.I’m definitely coming back."

Christine Williams reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"My second day course with Martin, first with fused glass. We made a lot of Christmas decorations, which was unexpected. Easy to follow instructions and ideas. Feeling more confident to try more complex patterns now. A great day."

Karen Sproat reviewed: Necklaces, handmade beads, ancient fresco-style, papiermache recipe

"Spent yesterday with Eleanor making beads from pulped egg boxes. Eleanor is an excellent teacher and it was inspiring to see all the lovely painted beads she had made. After a delicious lunch with Eleanor and her partner Colin we were shown how to decorate the beads and make them into lovely necklaces and earrings. I also liked that we were a small group."

Eleanor Allitt Handmade beads responded:

"Thanks Karen, It was a pleasure to teach you. All the best with future beadmaking Regards Eleanor"

Rachel reviewed: Create fabulous & festive wire and paper birds in Derbyshire

"Lovely day in a beautiful setting with tea and biscuits on tap. Liz is a great teacher with lots of enthusiasm and ideas to make sure everyone goes home happy."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Lovely to hear from you and thanks for your review. I hope your little flock of birds are making a festive impact on your home. Hope to see you back at The Slipper Studio in the New Year. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Kate jenkins reviewed: Spinner rings and bangles workshop

"I cannot recommend Jo's courses highly enough! I have done a few of Jo's jewellery workshops with my mum and sister and we are always talking about which one we are going to do next. Jo is a brilliant teacher and the groups are small enough that you can go at your own pace. She is calm and precise, explains everything clearly and makes even the hardest processes seem easy. Definitely a must if you want to learn a new skill in a relaxed and fun atmosphere."

Joanne Tinley Jewellery responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Kate! I always enjoy having the three of you in the workshops, and challenging you to expand your jewellery making skills!"

Cathrine reviewed: Divine Dahlia - felt headpiece

"Excellent experiences, beautiful memories for creative learning with fun ... Margret is a great tutor and valid instructor, I am looking forward to participating in another workshop soon, please ! Thank you ?"

Margaret Woodliff Wright Millinery responded:

"Hi Kate - thank you very much for your lovely review, I am so pleased you enjoyed yourself and made such a lovely flame and bronze coloured dahlia headpiece! See you soon - in the meantime Happy Hatting - Margaret"

Susan Ainsley reviewed: 6 Hour 'Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving' at Seeded in Southsea

"Spent a lovely day with Ellie and 3 others learning the weaving basics on a handloom. Ellie was really great at explaining the techniques and helping when things went a bit wrong! It was a very pleasant, relaxing day learning something new. Thanks Ellie."

Elka responded:

"Thank you so much for coming on the workshop, and for the review. It was lovely to meet you and your weaving was fantastic! Very best wishes, Ellie"

Vicki Tolley reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"We spent a fabulous day yesterday at Jolene's workshop. Neither myself, my daughter or my mother had any experience of jewellery making and each came home with a beautiful piece of jewellery to wear. Jolene is a patient and enthusiastic tutor. Her workshop is cosy and welcoming and full of interesting pieces to give you inspiration to be creative. I would thoroughly recommend it. I'm ready to book in for my next workshop......earrings next time, I think."

Helen Duncan reviewed: Beginner Pottery Classes at the Corner Workshop

"Julie brings out your best artistic self. You become completely absorbed during the class and feel so inspired and zingy afterwards."

Fiona Cox. reviewed: Introduction to yarn dyeing at Peak District Yarns

"A really enjoyable day. Carrie was a warm and kind person, who has created a beautiful space in which to pass on her knowledge. Although I went on my own, the other participants were all friendly. We learnt lots and had fun, ending up with some beautiful skeins which we had made all by ourselves. There was also the opportunity to look around Carrie's shop, and buy some of her lovely yarn."

Pine van den Berg reviewed: Introduction to yarn dyeing at Peak District Yarns

"It was a wonderful workshop, great fun to do and watch Carrie work. Carrie is a fantastic teacher and craftswoman. I learned a lot. Also I could buy in her shop everything for knitting my first ever socks with the wool I dyed and bought some beautiful wool dyed by Carrie. They turned out so great. I haven’t stopped knitting socks after that :-)"

Ruth Chamberla8n reviewed: Introduction to creative acrylics with Jan Vallance

"A wonderful day with Jan yesterday. Thank you for teaching me that there is another genre of painting other than Roses and Castles! I loved every minute of it! Jan has a wealth of painting knowledge and demonstrated her skills competently and generously."

Kate jenkins reviewed: Silver earrings workshop

"I can't remember if we have done two or 3 of these earring workshops with Jo but what I can tell you is we can't wait to do another! I bought the first earring course as a birthday present for my sister a few years ago. Instead of just buying jewellery I thought it would be special to actually make the jewellery and spend the day together learning something new. It was the best idea because we had such a brilliant memorable day filled with laughter and fun and came home with a handful of beautiful earrings that looked super professional. We did the earring workshop just before Christmas and gave some of our makes as presents that year- we both got, and continue to get, lovely comments about our earrings and people are always amazed when we say 'I made them'. We enjoyed the workshop so much we booked to do the spinner bracelet one with our mum soon after and the three of us have come back to do this earring one again. It has become one of our pre-Christmas traditions to spend the day making jewellery with Jo together. Jo is a brilliant teacher, calm, precise and makes learning a joy. She gently guides you through processes at your own pace, helps when you are struggling or pushes you to do something more complex when you need pushing out of your comfort zone. All in all I couldn't recommend Jo and her jewellery courses highly enough! If you are looking to start from scratch or expand your skills Jo's your gal!"

Joanne Tinley Jewellery responded:

"It is always so lovely to have you, Hannah and your mum along on the workshops! You and Hannah currently hold the record of 14 pairs of earrings each made on the Silver Earrings Workshop! Thank you for your lovely review. I look forward to welcoming you to the studio again!"

Kathryn Sear reviewed: An introduction to brush lettering

"I have wanted to do a lettering course for a couple of years now and I'm so glad that I went on this one with Suzie! She was so helpful and down to earth and I loved every second of it. The workshop went really quickly and didn't want it to end. I would love to do another workshop with Suzie if any other courses arose (such as Christmas themed or another themed event)."

Sandra reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I really enjoyed my day with Lucy, I was both excited and apprehensive when I arrived but soon felt at ease. Having one to one tuition really gives you a feel for what you can do, it’s very much a day of watch a little then try it for yourself. I felt more confident as the day went on. I came away with what I feel is a lovely piece of jewellery and an urge to continue to do more. Thank you Lucy, I had a really enjoyable day."

Catherine reviewed: Introduction to yarn dyeing at Peak District Yarns

"A fantastic introduction to the art of yarn dyeing with Carrie’s patient tuition inspiring you to experiment and create with a myriad of colours. Totally hooked on just what one can achieve when working in a small group and with an expert tutor. Definitely I shall be back!"

Julie Gillingham reviewed: One-to-One Private workshop

"We attended the 1 day Christmas tree hanging course. I would highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to try a new course. Ginga is a very good teacher she has great patience and is very helpful with advice. A lunch was provided with refreshments available all day. I was very pleased with what I made."