Arts a Flutter reviews

13 Apr 23'

IVDH reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"really nice introduction to needlefelt- I will definitely be doing more"

Arts a Flutter responded:

"Thankyou so much. I'm glad it's given you the confidence to go on and do more."

7 Jun 22'

Evelyn Lee-Barber reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"Catherine patiently guided me through each stage. I left with a stunning picture, new techniques and an appetite to keep going. I like that she worked on a version of my picture so you could see her work as well as demonstrate. Catherine is a person you would easily enjoy spending a day with and would make you feel really welcome. I went with a picture in mind having photographed a scene a couple of days before. This is a good idea so you know what you may want to create. However you could simply turn up. Give it a go. I’m hooked!"

Arts a Flutter responded:

"I can honestly say I enjoyed the day just as much as you did. I loved our interesting chat too. Come back when you visit again ."

12 May 22'

susan reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"If your idea of fun, is crafting all day, in a lovely setting, with a great tutor and yummy food, get yourself on a course with Catherine. You will not regret it. I came away with four Orkney themed coasters to remind me of my fab holiday."

Arts a Flutter responded:

"It was a pleasure to have you as a student. Very keen and enthusiastic. Have a lovely holiday x"

30 Oct 21'

Alena Bilkova reviewed: Needlefelting landscape one day workshop

"Amazing experience. I have learnt new craft skills- felting. The lesson on ZOOM went well- a very nice teacher (Catherine). She guided me well on how to produce a nice piece of Artwork. We chatted and had a good laugh. Well recommended."

Arts a Flutter responded:

"Thankyou Alena, you were a joy to do a workshop with."

20 May 20'

Jennifer Redman reviewed: Needlefelting landscape one day workshop

"Yesterday I spent a super day online with Catherine learning how to create a needle felt picture. The original plan to be in Orkney had to be postponed until next year. However I can thoroughly recommend an online course with a Catherine. She is an excellent teacher and also very good company. I have done some felting before which probably made the online experience easier but I have no doubt that Catherine would be able adapt to teach beginners as well. I was very proud of my end results. Thank you Catherine - I look forward to meeting you in Orkney next year."

24 Nov 19'

Rhona reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"A really great way to spend a day and try out a new craft. Catherine is a superb teacher, giving just the right amount of guidance and demonstration to get us up and running to produce our own design. She kept us all moving along with gentle nudges when we were starting to get lost. Her knowledge of materials and techniques is wonderful and she was able to communicate these effortlessly to complete beginners. We all left with a felt picture, each very unique and personal, which we were delighted with. Great teacher, great day, great fun. Thanks Catherine!"

Arts a Flutter responded:

"Thankyou for that review Rhona. I thought you all did extremely well and I will be using the work you all produced to highlight my courses. Cheers"

23 Nov 19'

Caroline reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"That was the most relaxing day and I was impressed that we each produced a lovely landscape picture under Catherine's expert tuition. It would make a great souvenier of Orkney if you were visiting, if you live here it is a welcome break from the usual daily chores! She provided an excellent lunch and there was lots of useful chat about craftwork - it was a good opportunity to get a view of all the other amazing things she makes. Highly recommended."

5 Aug 19'

Helen Robertson reviewed: Mosaic pendant making on Orkney

"I spent 3 wonderful days in Catherine's Airbnb room which was lovely, spacious, light, beautifully clean and inviting. Catherine did a wonderful job as my tour guide; we travelled all over the islands and took in all the sights. I also spent two days on two of Catherine's mosaic courses which were both thoroughly enjoyable. Day One I completed a terracotta pot and on Day Two I completed two necklaces with shells and crockery etc found on the beach nearby, and left with materials for a third. Thank you Caroline for your hospitality, patience and instruction and for giving me the total Orkney experience. I can't wait to come back for another visit."

5 Aug 19'

Helen Robertson reviewed: Mosaic day course decorating plant pots on Orkney

21 Jul 19'

Mara Bell reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"We had a great day learning about needle felting pictures. It was a new experience for us both and we were very pleased with the results and what we learned and the enjoyable day we had together. Most of all I was very pleased to have been able to book this course at reasonable short notice and that we were able to have a one to one class! What a treat!!! Thank you and I recommend the needle felting course to anyone that has an interest in wool crafts and wants to spend a relaxed day in a creative atmosphere!"

25 Jun 19'

Raonaid reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"I was up in Orkney on a family holiday recently and a few of us decided to try out the Landscape Felting workshop - we had such a lovely day! Well worth the money and Catherine is a fantastic tutor. A very talented artist too! Well recommended!"

Arts a Flutter responded:

"Thankyou for your review, it was great to have a bunch of Lancashire lasses up in Orkney. Hope you return. Regards Catherine"

25 Jun 19'

Raonaid reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

2 May 19'

Tracey Jackson reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"Had an absolutely brilliant day at the Mosaic course. Catherine was so welcoming and friendly and the training was hands-on and very encouraging. I'd never tried mosaic before but even I managed to produce something beautiful with Catherine's tutoring. I'm going to be carrying on with mosaic when I get home as Catherine has left me with a feeling/belief that this is something that I can do. She also has some great other courses and when I come back for my next holiday I will be looking to see what she has available. If you go for one of her courses, which I would encourage everybody to do, also ask her about some of the other bits and pieces she has done in the past, I was able to buy some lovely cards and painted wooden eggs which I am going to incorporate into the silver jewellery I make, plus she has many other items to show. If you are even just considering visiting, just do it, I had a really great day and so will you."

4 Feb 19'

Heather reviewed: Mosaic pendant making on Orkney

"A good course on the breaking of China for jewellery with the additional benefit of a trip to Pendle Museum. A good course and Catherine was a great tutor. Thoroughly enjoyed it"

30 Jan 19'

Alison Mansfield reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"Just didn't know what to expect as my husband bought me Catherine's felting workshop as a Christmas gift but it was a superb day. I had wondered how on earth I would spend 6 hours sticking needles in a bit of fabric...but I was totally engrossed for the whole time. Catherine allowed creativity to flow and interjected with expert advice whenever necessary. She was great company. I was so proud of the landscape I created and still can't quite believe how easy I found it. I would highly recommend Catherine's felting workshop to anyone including total beginner like me."

28 Jan 19'

Karen reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"I had no previous experience of needle felting and I’m absolutely delighted with the picture I made with Catherine’s excellent tuition and support. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and was completely absorbed in what I was doing. It was a wonderful way to spend a day and to come home with a unique hand made picture which I love. Catherine was knowledgable and patient and I learnt enough to continue felting at home."

26 Nov 18'

Sandra Walsh reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"As someone who has never tried needle felting before, I was amazed that by the end of the day I had produced a landscape picture I felt very proud of! Catherine is a lovely person, great teacher and happy to give you as much (or as little) support as you require. It was a very relaxed and enjoyable day and I would thoroughly recommend."

24 Nov 18'

Christine Dawson reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"I have just spent a lovely day needle felting with Catherine. Being a complete novice at this craft I was very surprised that I could go home with a wonderful picture. Catherine is such a pleasant and helpful teacher calm and patient, the time passed so quickly. I will certainly be framing my art work and showing to my friends. Christine Dawson"

17 Nov 18'

Gill Robinson reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"I am very to new needle felting and needed some guidance on technique and types of wool. Catherine was very patient and understanding and the tuition was excellent. Catherine was encouraging and really believed that I could create the picture that I wanted. WIth her help and support I have created a lovely picture which I will (hopefully) frame and display. I would recommend a workshop with Catherine and Arts A Flutter if you want to have a go at needle felting, or indeed any of the other craft courses which are offered."

15 Nov 18'

Christine Potter reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"As a complete novice to needle felting I wasn't sure what to expect - but with Catherine's wonderful explanations, demonstrations and guidance throughout the day I was able to produce a landscape picture that I am very proud of. Her enthusiasm has given me the motivation to continue with this craft and develop my skills further. She is an excellent teacher, with great sensitivity - she knows when to offer help and when to leave us to develop our own imagination and creativity. hank you for a lovely day!"

13 Sep 18'

A.Robinson reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"Loved this workshop ❤. I made a mosaic! Catherine is a top tutor. She was kind, patient, funny and friendly while teaching me her art. There was loads of choice of tressere. Could even break up some plates with a hammer if needed too. Thouroughly enjoyed it. Catherines mosaic workshop has gave me the confidence to attempt some projects I have always wanted to do. Cant recommend enough."

11 Sep 18'

Jan Goode reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"I had a great day and was really pleased with the mosaic I produced."

26 Aug 18'

dorothy walker reviewed: Mosaic day course decorating plant pots on Orkney

"Wish I'd picked a more simple design, but I learned a lot in this workshop."

14 Aug 18'

Judith Nelson reviewed: Mosaic day course decorating plant pots on Orkney

"A thoroughly enjoyable day with a mosaic plant pot nearly finished at the end of it. Luckily you get a goody bag to take home to finish it off. Catherine's advice, tips and help was spot on."

Arts a Flutter responded:

"It was great to have you, and you have done a wonderful job with the grouting!"

29 May 18'

Elaine reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"Excellent tuition and support given by Catherine, who was obviously experienced and enthusiastic in mosaics. All resources were provided and once we had chosen our designs and been shown what to do , we were able to continue independently asking for help if needed. It was a busy but very enjoyable day in a lovely interesting venue."