Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops reviews

17 Mar 24'

Sarah reviewed: Dichroic glass pendant and earrings

"Excellent course. Well organised, plenty of materials to choose from. Very good tuition whilst promoting independantly working. Thoroughly enjoyed it many thanks"

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review. Hope to see you again soon :) "

13 Mar 24'

Qaiser Afzal reviewed: Fused glass landscape workshop

"Excellent experience, bought it as a mother's day gift, both mother and daughter loved it. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review. Their beautiful piece is now ready to collect. :) "

3 Mar 24'

Su reviewed: Glass Mosaic sun catcher

"Really enjoyed this course. We were given just the right amount of time and guidance, for us it was fairly hands-off but Diane was always about to answer questions and help out. Looking forward to getting it grouted and up. Would definitely suggest that you go armed with an idea of what you want to do. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the review. It’s always difficult to gauge how hands on or off to be. I tend to be guided by the confidence of the participant and I had confidence in your ability :) . Send us a piccie when you have grouted it and if you have difficulty get in touch. :) "

29 Feb 24'

sally giles reviewed: Beginners Silk Painting

"I booked the silk painting course as a Christmas gift for my mum. Diane was lovely and very helpful. The course was really enjoyable and very relaxing. A lovely way to spend the afternoon and a great idea for a gift. Thanks Diane."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Sally. So glad you enjoyed it. Take care and hopefully see you again on another course :) "

29 Feb 24'

Dan Hurst reviewed: Roses and Castles Canal Art with Lyn Brookhouse

"Lyn was a fantastic teacher, we had a wonderful day and would highly recommend. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Daniel. It was fun having the two of you talented , creative, fun people. Hope to see you again on another workshop "

12 Feb 24'

Julie Martin reviewed: Needle Felt a Highland Coo Workshop

"Absolutely brilliant. Lovely venue, great instructor who was very supportive and let you go at your own pace. Very impressed with my “heelan coo” Great day out."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for your review. I shall pass it on to Carey also. X"

12 Feb 24'

Sharon Metcalfe reviewed: Needle Felt a Highland Coo Workshop

"Highland cow felting, was amazing 👏 I feel confident to take away the new skill and make a second. Every one was warm and welcoming and excellent venue. Would recommend 👌 "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Sharon for your review. Good luck with your felting in the future and hope to see you again soon. "

7 Feb 24'

Yvonne Casey reviewed: Fused Glass Night Light

"What a lovely lady , great workspace, perfect location and fabulous class. Loved making my glass fused night light.. can't wait to book on more of Diane's classes. Highly recommend!"

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks so much for your lovely review. I hope we do see you again soon x"

21 Jan 24'

Amy reviewed: Fused Glass Easter Eggs

"What an excellent course! With a wide range of materials, beautiful examples for inspiration and expert advice from Diane, we were able to create our own stunning floral Easter eggs which we can keep up all year round. I bought this course as a gift for my mum for Christmas and we had a fabulous two hours of crafting which just flew by! Diane was generous with time and offered that we could stay as long as needed to complete our pieces. Quality time spent with mum and a lovely opportunity to meet Diane and Andy who helped guide us. Hosted by very friendly and welcoming people who just loved to share their passion for arts and crafts. With a wide range of gorgeous pieces to buy from the store, we didn't leave empty handed either as the bird boxes and glass pieces were too lovely to leave behind and great value for money. Thank you for a fabulous day- I can't wait to collect the finished pieces once they've finished fusing in the kiln! We'll definitely be coming back for more courses- glass or other otherwise! "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Amy for the stunning review. Your eggs cooked beautifully last night and will be ready to collect from Thursday. Let me know when you are calling if you can. We both enjoyed meeting yourself and your mum and look forward to seeing you again soon. X"

20 Jan 24'

Nadine reviewed: Beginners Silk Painting

"We did this for a friend's birthday. Instead of buying presents, we decided we would spend time together. It was so relaxing and absorbing, time went so quickly. Diane, her husband and beautiful dog were very welcoming and created a very relaxed and friendly environment for different groups to mix and chat. Will definitely be back to do another of the many courses on offer. Great way to get away from it all."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Nadine for the lovely review. It was quite a special day with so much going on but the groups worked so peacefully doing their work. Luna and Andy were also really delighted with your review 💕 Look forward to seeing you next time :) "

17 Jan 24'

Lynda reviewed: Beginners Silk Painting

"I can thoroughly recommend a silk painting course to anyone who would like to spend a few hours off the planet creating beautiful art. Such a satisfying project. A lovely afternoon with a great group of people."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Lynda. So glad you found it so relaxing. The results were beautiful and the group was lovely too. Thanks for coming and hope you might try something else soon x"

7 Jan 24'

Tracy Flanagan reviewed: Roses and Castles Canal Art with Lyn Brookhouse

"Really great day. The venue was a lovely environment, surrounded by all things “crafty”! Tuition was pitched just right, informative, supportive and friendly. Felt like I learned an awful lot in just a few hours. Really enjoyable day- would highly recommend. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Tracy. I shall pass on your lovely review to Lynda too. I am glad you liked our venue too and hope you might try another workshop soon x"

7 Jan 24'

Jill reviewed: Roses and Castles Canal Art with Lyn Brookhouse

"Loved this course and what a fabulous ‘crafty’ location. The course was very informal and Lynda went at a pace suited to everyone and supported us all 1 on 1 as required. She was knowledgeable and approachable and passionate about Canal Art and its history. I could not believe that I was able to produce and take home a piece of art I was delighted with in just a few short hours with knowing nothing about the technique beforehand."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review. You all did really well and I shall make sure Lynda sees your comments. Hope to see you again at some point. Diane x"

11 Dec 23'

Cathy Kenyon reviewed: Fused glass lanterns Large )

"I had another amazing time with Diane. She is a great teacher with knowledge and ideas using glass fusion ."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Cathy. Have a great Christmas xx"

9 Dec 23'

Christine reviewed: Fused Glass Night Light

"The venue was good, easy to park. The course was great, everything was provided and Diane was very helpful, a really enjoyable few hours- would highly recommend "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Christine, you made a lovely piece. Really glad you enjoyed it. X"

4 Dec 23'

Helen Ficorilli reviewed: Christmas rag wreath

"Thank you Diane, lovely evening spent in good company and with a wonderful wreath to come home with, now sitting proud in place on the front door. I will keep an eye out on future courses and will definitely be back. Helen x"

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Helen. Have a wonderful Christmas and look forward to seeing you for another crafty time :)"

20 Nov 23'

Ann reviewed: Christmas rag wreath

"Very relaxing activity; plenty of fabrics to choose from. Friendly and informative."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review and glad you enjoyed it x"

19 Nov 23'

Emma reviewed: Christmas rag wreath

"Thanks for a great rag wreath workshop, loads of choice of material and really easy to do. Great session thanks again "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"So glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the feedback. Hope to see you for another workshop in the future x"

17 Nov 23'

Debbie reviewed: Fused glass Xmas trees

"Had a great day creating our tree shaped decorations. We were given as much help and guidance as we needed. I would recommend anyone wanting to try fused glass to book on. I will look at going again 😊 "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Debbie for your lovely review. Your trees look beautiful. Hope you join us again some time x"

15 Nov 23'

Jenny reviewed: Fused glass Xmas trees

"Lovely afternoon spent creating some Xmas crafts. Very knowledgeable instructor. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Jenny ! Glad you enjoyed it and you produced some lovely things to treasure. Hope to see you again to try more crafting. "

12 Nov 23'

Margaret Walton reviewed: Fused glass lanterns Large )

"This was my first adventure with fused glass! Diane was great. Very helpful and on hand to answer any questions. She explained the process and the different kinds of glass to help get me started. I created 4 glass panels for a lantern. I was really pleased with my endeavours! There was lots of colours and options to choose from for the creations. I left them with Diane to put through the kiln process, and I will return to pick them up in a few days. It was a very enjoyable few hours of creativity spent in the company of other crafters and in a lovely creative space. Thank you Crafty Diane. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Hi Margaret , Thank you so much for the lovely review. So glad you like my place too. Your lantern is all fired and ready to collect when you can get here. Crafty Diane x "

29 Oct 23'

Judith reviewed: Needle felting Picture with Carey Needle felting

"Carey was a very good instructor, always on hand to give advice when needed. Instructions were nice & clear too. All in all a very enjoyable morning learning something new and I feel I have found a new hobby. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Judith. I shall pass on your feedback to Carey. Glad you enjoyed the class x"

25 Oct 23'

Ruth Lochrie reviewed: Fused glass lanterns Large )

"Lovely crafting morning. Diane is very creative and imaginative. I did a mixture of fused glass. First time of doing this sort of thing. Really enjoyed it and would and have recommended it to friends and family. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Ruth for your lovely review. So happy you enjoyed the class and your trees are ready to collect :) x"

10 Oct 23'

Phil Villers reviewed: Roses and Castles Canal Art with Lyn Brookhouse

"I attended this course on the 1st October along with my wife. We both enjoyed the course very much & learnt some very useful techniques. Lynda was very patient and friendly & always on hand to assist if needed. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in this art form."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks , I shall pass your lovely review on to Lynda. Hope we might see you back for the second episode "

28 Sep 23'

Irene Bennett reviewed: Fused glass Xmas trees

"I've done the fused glass Christmas decorations for the last few years. They look beautiful on the Christmas tree, hanging on the windows or on a white twig tree with fairy lights. It's not difficult to do, it allows you to be creative, and to colour coordinate with your personal theme. It's very satisfying to design and create your own little treasure. Loved doing it. "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Irene much for such a lovely review. You have become very skilled over the years and produced some stunning pieces for your home :) "