2 Inspire You reviews

Trudi de la Mare reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"The needlefelting workshop I attended tutored by Rachel was well run and fun. Rachel explained each step clearly and made the procedures clear and easy to follow. It was one of the most enjoyable workshops I have attended and Rachel's time management was excellent. She planned the day so that we were happily employed throughout the day and all completed our chosen animals. It was a very good experience , one which I would like to repeat"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much. It was a total pleasure. I loved the arrangement of body parts on the table beside you!"

Susan Hallah reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"This was a brilliant workshop run by knowledgeable and patient tutors. The materials provided were first class and the tuition was excellent. I feel that I easily learnt enough to come home and carry on and, as both Rachel and Rhian were inspiring teachers I shall be looking out some suitable fibres and having a go at making some more needlefelted animals. Very highly recommended - we certainly got our money's worth and had lots of fun too."

2 Inspire You responded:

"I am so glad you had a great time. It was a real pleasure and i hope to see you soon."

Anon reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"A totally fabulous day. Thank you so much for a lovely day. We learnt so much and it was great to spend time with family. We loved being able to just explore at our own pace and play with all the fibre. The mince pies were a lovely bonus! Will be coming again soon"

2 Inspire You responded:

"It was a fantastic day and I am glad you all had such a good time and we will see you again next month."

Lindsey James reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"I almost didn't come to the course because I wasn't feeling well but I am SO glad I did come along. The tuition was relaxed but provided plenty of support where needed. I am delighted with the hare I made and feel inspired to have a go at more. Thank you for your help and advice. Lindsey"

2 Inspire You responded:

"I am so glad you were well enough too, as your little hare was fabulous and you had so much fun. Hoping you continue to improve your health"

Eirian Roberts reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"A thoroughly enjoyable day, it was good to catch up on skills which had been allowed to rust as well as learn some new ones, to catch up with many friends, and to take home an adorable, unique hare. Rachel, you are enthusiastic, and full of ideas; careful in your approach, and focussed on the abilities and objectives of each participant. Looking forward to the next time, Eirian"

2 Inspire You responded:

"It was great to see you as well. Your hare was fantastic and had a real personality!"

Sal reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"The day course run by Rach was lovely, we needlefelted either a bear or hare, though only one person has guessed correctly what my animal was. That's down to my artistic ability, not the tutors though! And I''m pleased with my hare(or donkey?) The teaching was clear and delivered in a relaxed and friendly way. I'd recommend the course wholeheartedly. I learnt a lot. Thank you Rach and Rhian."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Sal, i think everyone needs new glasses! He was fabulous and was made with lots of love which is the main thing."

Clare reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"Hi Rachel I had a lovely day. Thank you for giving us a great workshop. Felting is something I only do at workshops but I enjoy the opportunity. I am happy with my hare's limbs but will need to do more work on the head and ears. The day was just too short. Best wishes Clare"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much Clare. I am glad you enjoyed yourself and hope to see you again soon."

Hilary reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"Had a great time making a needlefelted bear at today's course. All the materials and equipment were provided, and Rachel is an excellent tutor. Thanks very much Rachel, and thanks to Rhian as well (for patiently helping me when I went wrong!) . I'm very pleased with the result. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day, and I'd definitely recommend it."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thanks Hilary, I a so glad you all had such a good time. We like to give you the best to work with as we know you are such pro's with wool!"

Sarah Burdett reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"I really enjoyed this course. Rachel and Rhian were fantastic teachers and they created a lovely relaxed atmosphere for us to work in. We had a choice of what we wanted to work on when and then after being shown examples and techniques we could get inspired by all the beautiful colours and start on our own designs. Rhian and Rachel were always on hand to show us new techniques as we went along and I thought the results were absolutely gorgeous. I really enjoyed admiring everyone else’s work as much as I enjoyed working on my own and I was really chuffed with what I made. Throughout the day I was either utterly engrossed in what I was doing, happily learning something new or chatting and laughing with the others on the course. It was a lovely relaxing two days, I’d thoroughly recommend the course and I’m hoping to be back on another course soon. Thanks Rachel & Rhian :)"

Jane Alexander reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"Rachel and Rhian are so welcoming . I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend learning more about needle felting. I loved the fact that everyone was so friendly and encouraging, sharing ideas and tips . Rachel and Rhian are so patient and explain everything clearly. There was plenty of scope for us to be creative and we produced such a diverse range of ideas. So great to spend two days being so totally engrossed in felting. Thank you"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much Jane. It was a total pleasure. Your pieces were spectacular and it was wonderful to see you all enjoying yourself so much! We look forward to seeing you again."

Katrina Evans reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"Rachel is a born teacher, she has a natural flair and ability to see where people are at and where they want to go, and she quietly and gently helps them to get there. She inspires confidence and makes you feel like you have achieved something really special - which of course you have! She also makes everyone feel relaxed and part of the group, which I think is why people come again and again to her courses."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much. It is always great to see the variety of styles everyone produces. We hope to see you again soon"

Robert Workman reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"The 2 day course was well organised & resourced. The venue was ideal with plenty of free parking right outside the building. The presence of the 2 facilitators, Rachel & Rhian, allowed everyone to work at their own pace & choose a number of different projects to work on. Expert tuition ensured that even a total novice like myself left with a couple of creations that I’m looking forward to displaying at Xmas!"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thanks Rob. It was wonderful to watch your confidence grow and you become absorbed into your work. I really loved your Robin on the stocking!"

Maggie harris reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"Excellent tuition ,friendly group. Rachal and Rihanna do an excellent team work,regarding a broad range of ideas,on work you wish to do. Always ready to help, if you get creative brain drain ? I’ve been myself 5 times,and always get excited about going back . Highly recommend great day out .....happy felting"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you Maggie, It was a pleasure as usual and your bottle stopper was amazing. Take care of yourself and I look forward to seeing you on the 25th. Dont forget some photos for inspiration"

Cath Munn reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"I have been on many workshops, and this has been one of the best. Rachel is very welcoming, she is patient, encouraging and flexible which means that the people taking part in the course can be as creative as they like. Also having 2 teachers meant that everyone got the help they wanted, when they wanted it. Thank you."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thanks Cath, I am glad you got back safe. Your wreath was amazing and your crocheted flowers you made overnight looked fabulous among the squirrels and snails. I hope your fairies enjoyed the journey and their new home. I will work on making the distance closer."

Julia Ractliffe reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"What a super day with Rachel at her wreath felting workshop. As a complete novice, and with very little creative flair, she, and her lovely assistant, guided me through my options and made gentle suggestions without taking over my creation! The available materials were plentiful, so much so that it took a while to settle on a design as there was so much to chose from! I've learnt a lot and have come away with a desire to do more. Thank you, keep doing what you're doing - great way to jump off the planet and explore your creative side with a bunch of lovely people!"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you Jules, It was great to meet you both on Sunday. I hope you had a good journey home. Your wreath was beautiful and so colourful. I hope the bells jingling bring the reindeers safely to you at Christmas"

Martyn Williams reviewed: Felted spring wreaths or garlands.

"This is my second course run by Rachel Prince and would definitely recommend (again). I had the opportunity to make a felted stocking using wet felting techniques, a wreath, a fairy and a felt picture mounted on a card. The 2 day course was full of ideas and Rachel helped us all to use our artistic licence. Such a relaxed 2 days, having all the equipment provided and so much choice of wool to use. Can’t wait for the next course! Highly recommended - 2 full days of enjoyment! Thanks Rach"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much Martyn. You truly ran with each idea and produced beautifully crafted work. I am glad we have you hooked, no apologies but so good to see the way you light up with your work!"

Emma reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"I would not hesitate to recommend this course! :) Such an informative and fun experience. This was my first time doing any kind of craft and I thoroughly enjoyed it. A very relaxing and rewarding experience."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you Emma, It was a fabulous workshop and always good to see what everyone is able to produce. Lovely to see everybody slowly relax and be willing to try lots of different things along the way. Also to be able to see what others are doing and learn from each other. We hope to see you soon x"

Katrina Evans reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"Rachel is a natural teacher who has an eye for guiding people to the best results but without telling them what to do - so you can learn by experience with an expert on hand to give an opinion if asked for. She has a big range of materials to use, and costs are very reasonable too. If you want a creative day with everything on hand and a nice atmosphere and friendly people, I would always recommend Rachel's felting classes."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much! Nothing gives me more pleasure than seeing the pride in what everyone achieves. It is very addictive as a craft but so relaxing as well."

Anne reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"Great Experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Learned so much whilst having a fun time with a great group of people, led and supported by Rachel and her team."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Hi Anne, thank you for the review. I am glad you enjoyed yourself. Lots have commented on the wave in yours. Take care Rach"

Ella Boyce reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"What a fabulous workshop! Rachel and Rhiannon were knowledgable, highly skilled and able to clearly teach, guide, help and support with this craft throughout the day. I felt as if I had learned so much and at the end of the day went home with a very nearly completed piece of art work which I keenly went on to finish the next day. The range of resources provided was excellent and it was especially inspiring to see examples of their own work. Feel as if I have found a craft that I want to keep on doing. Loved it and would definitely recommend!! Hoping to come again soon. Thank you so much"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Hi Ella, Thank you so much for the kind words. Please send me a photo of your finished piece if you get the chance I would love to see it. I did say it was dangerously addictive but so rewarding. We hope to see you back with us soon and see what we create next time. Happy felting Rach"

Fiona Thomas reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"A lovely day! I learned lots in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere, took home a piece of art that can be hung on the wall and am inspired to continue this learning journey at home and on future courses. I would definitely recommend Rachel and the needle felt course. Three of us went together and we all thoroughly enjoyed it!"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thank you so much for such a lovely review! I look forward to seeing more of your work and to having you join me again. It was a lovely relaxed day and all the pieces looked amazing. I hope your other friends may come and join in with you as well. Rach"

Martyn Williams reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"A fun and inspiring workshop. Great venue, plenty of room to work but also cosy enough to share experiences with class mates. Rachel made the day relaxed and taught me brand new skills that I will take away with me. Appreciated the encouragement and freedom to play around with lots of colours, materials, fabrics and use multiple techniques. I would definitely recommend the course, Rachel is a lovely teacher and the day just made me smile from start to finish."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Martyn, it was a complete pleasure to guide you along the journey to create your picture. I hope that you go on to create some more wonderful pieces. We look forward to seeing you again in October but if you need any help just get in touch. It was a lovely group today and so wonderful to see you all encouraging and inspiring each other. Happy felting"

Needle felted seascapes reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"A very enjoyable course which allowed me to produce a felted seascape to take home. The time was really well allocated - everyone was able to complete their seascape in the day. Rachel explained the process really clearly and gave us all lots of help and advice. She provided a fantastic range of resources to choose from and was very helpful. It was lovely to see everyone so proud of their creations and I would definitely recommend this course!"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. I hope to see you again soon!"

Alison Clement reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"Thank you so much for such an enjoyable course. After trying to teach myself (rather unsuccessfully, it has to be said!) needle felting from kits, it was a joy to discover that I could achieve a finished product without using polystyrene balls! I was delighted with my finished dog and frankly amazed at what I achieved within the timeframe! Rachel and Rhian were fab-excellent instructors and were warm and friendly and made everyone feel very welcome. I would thoroughly recommend attending one of these courses."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Wow, thank you Alison. Your cat was easily recognisable as a cat. I am glad we were able to renew your confidence and inspire you to keep going with felting. We also now have made sure we have a supply of reading glasses available for the close up work to try and help there as well! We look forward to seeing you soon."

Cathy reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"Really enjoyed my day with Rachel and Rhian learning to make a needle felt dog. I felt that the course was excellent value for money and that the tuition was superb. Can't wait to see what courses are available in September."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you Cathy for such kind words! We now have the new courses available for you to choose from as promised. We are so glad you had a good day and enjoyed the process and the final result. Hope to see you soon."