16 Dec 19'
"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!"