BENCH space reviews

16 Dec 19'

Lynne Horner reviewed: 8 week jewellery beginners course

"Brilliant course. Karen is extremely patient and I can’t believe how many items I have made. Definitely going to do the next stage course. Would thoroughly recommend."

16 Dec 19'

Carla Watkins reviewed: 8 week jewellery beginners course

"Proper jewellery making has been on my daydreams list for years, so when I saw BENCH Space had moved to Brightlingsea, near my hometown, I leaped on the first beginner course which had space. And it has been the best experience! I knew I'd enjoy it, but it's been one of the highlights of my year! I was a bit nervous to start with, but Karen is so kind and patient, explains everything so well along with demonstrations, and learning alongside others meant we all learned from each other too. Because you're making things from your own designs, no two pieces are alike, and by the end of the 8 weeks you suddenly realise you have actual skills! There's an amazing sense of achievement to have made things with your hands, and it's also a wonderful break from the real world - a few times during my course I rocked up in a terrible mood, and making, filing, piercing, soldering and polishing restored me to good temper - a wonderful side effect. I've come away with two rings, a pair of earrings and the leaping hare pendant of my dreams - and I'm already booked onto the next improver course. I've never been prouder of anything I've made and have worn them all constantly since... can't wait for the next course. Highly, highly recommended - and I'm planning to bring some friends on the ring making taster next year!"

BENCH space responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review and I’m so glad you have enjoyed the course. I’m so looking forward to seeing you in the new year for more adventures in making!"

28 Nov 19'

Liz Cooper reviewed: Hammered/ stamped silver ring workshop

"I attended a hammered ring workshop with Karen. The session was for around 3 hours and thoroughly enjoyable. Just the right amount of tuition and support to allow you to make a fantastic hammered ring. I was so thrilled to walk away wearing a ring I had made and couldn't stop showing it off. Karen was very patient and gave clear instructions throughout the session. She clearly has a high level of expertise and experience and her passion for silversmithing is evident. Would 100% recomend this course."

BENCH space responded:

"Many thanks for your lovely review! Its always a pleasure to share my skills and workshop with new learners. It can be so satisfying to make something with our own hands. I look forward to welcoming you again for further adventures in making!"

10 Nov 19'

Matt Cooke reviewed: Hammered/ stamped silver ring workshop

"I did a ring making course. 3 hours really well spent. I went home with a hammered textured silver ring bespoke to me. Karen is a patient, and friendly tutor whose experience and skill is manifest in the outcomes people went home with. A great set of skills and a variety of courses available. I would heartily recommend this course."

BENCH space responded:

"Many thanks for your feedback! It's always great to hear that the workshop was enjoyable and that you love your jewellery. We look forward to seeing you again for more adventures in making!"

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