Creative Vibe Glassblowing reviews

15 Aug 18'

Matt Lloyd reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"We had such a fantastic day! Incredible tuition, always felt like we were driving without ever feeling out of our depth. Ricky is hugely knowledgeable and patient and really went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. Have recommended to everyone I have spoken to about it and would recommend it to anyone! Thanks so much Ricky!"

31 Jul 18'

Debbie France reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"This was a fantastic present and we had a very productive day. Ricky is a great teacher, explaining the process clearly and offering help when needed. I really enjoyed this and would love to go back."

23 May 18'

Nicola Preston reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"A really great day in glorious surroundings with the very patient Ricky and Adam. Ricky is such a calm teacher and I was amazed at how much we achieved in a day. Great fun, highly recommended and very proud of my creations!"

15 May 18'

Miranda Chamberlain reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I had a wonderful day trying my hand at glass blowing with Creative Vibes. The location is idyllic, set in outbuildings of an old Rectory House along a quiet country lane and the groups are kept small. Despite having no experience the course was very hands on, always with Ricky's calm and knowledgeable tuition. I made three pieces on the day which I never dreamt I could have created before I started. I have already been recommending the course to others!"

16 Apr 18'

Sara reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I really enjoyed the workshop. The instruction and pace of the day was perfect, and it was really nice working with two other novices - we all helped each other. Really impressed with the items we were able to make, all of which are good enough to have on display and demonstrate the natural progression of the skills acquired as the day progressed."

31 Mar 18'

Jessica reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I had a great day with Ricky, he's very easy going and is really clear in his instruction. He helps with colour choices and helps put your piece right when it goes awry. The studio is set in the most gorgeous location, I was a bit dubious driving up the track, but it's like a trip back in time and really easy to find. My sat nav had no problem. I made 4 things all of which I'm really happy with, even my paper weights I thought I'd have no use for I completely love Many thanks for a great day, I will surely be back!"

13 Feb 18'

sammy reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I got this for me and my partner. We have a pretty full on life with many hobbies but quite often do something a bit different to mix it up a bit and even with this, my partner described this as the 'best day out he's EVER had.' Ricky was great at guiding us through and we got through so much during the day."

9 Feb 18'

Christine reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"You must go on this course it is an amazing experience with a great teacher. Ricky is a natural and explains everything beautifully. The chance to try different things was a lovely surprise, presumed it would be just a paperweight and that's it but we got to experience more than that. Would defo recommend this course to anyone"

28 Jan 18'

Matt & Jess reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"We arrived on the day with little expectations, but were blown (no pun intended) away by Ricky’s course! Ricky is a natural teacher, he clearly knows his stuff and we created some amazing pieces. He showed us a variety of different techniques and skills, patiently guided us through the process and even sat to have lunch with us. I thought it would be much less hands on, but the day was all about us and we created everything ourselves. Without a doubt, we will be back for another go!"

27 Oct 17'

Carolyn Doe reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Cannot praise Ricky or the course enough, its was all perfectly explained at every stage with such patience and just amazing fun, cannot wait to show off my glass. Definately 5 star i would not hesitate to recommed it."

20 Oct 17'

Tracey Tibbitts reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"11 out of 10 for Creative Vibe glassmaking. Fantastic day and worth every penny & more. Ricky is a great teacher - loads of patience & really helps you get the best out of the day. He explains everything really well & helps you create amazing pieces. I can't believe I actually made them myself. Will definitely be going back again in the future."

12 Oct 17'

Ray White reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Had a very inspiring day with Ricky yesterday (11th October 2017) Instructed clearly throughout the day by Ricky on what could be done, why this has happened , we can do that approach, which was very refreshing considering working with this medium is very technical and limited to a degree, especially for a complete glass blowing 'virgin' Very fortunate to have Ricky to myself for the whole day and at no point was I under any pressure to 'perform' thanks to Ricky's laid back but also very safety conscious and professional approach to teaching throughout the day. Brilliant, fun, inspiring to learn more and fantastic value, would highly recommend having a go, you will be amazed at what can be produced in a single day. Ray White"

9 Oct 17'

Nina reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I cannot recommend this course enough. Ricky was a fantastic tutor explaining the process in detail before we commenced with each stage. He was incredibly relaxed, patient and encouraging. I am waiting for my pieces to arrive through the post but Ricky has sent photos of my work and I am quite frankly staggered at how well they have turned out. Give it a go!"

8 Oct 17'

Alison Lloyd reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Ricky put on a fantastic course, ensuring that everyone had a chance to do everything (including assisting the other people on the course). His patient approach was matched to both beginners and those with more experience, and he took pains to make sure that our pieces were really ours (i.e. no jumping in and "let me just fix that for you"). We got a lot done in just a day, and the cost includes Ricky cold-working the pieces afterwards. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone - it's an amazing experience, and there's no-one better to do it with. Can't wait to go again!"

8 Oct 17'

Brett Thorn reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Ricky was a brilliant teacher. Patient and laid back, the whole day was an absolute joy. We made far more than I was expecting, and with only 3 on the course, we each had plenty of time at the bench and furnace, acting as assistants to each other for the trickier operations. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend the course to anyone who fancied trying this interesting craft. Thanks for a superb day!"

23 Sep 17'

Ruth Sharman reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I had a great day doing this course. It was really fun and made some very cool things. Thanks"

20 Aug 17'

Catherine Villegas reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"My mother and I did this course on the recommendation of a friend. We had a fantastic day. Ricky is knowledgable, patient and fun. We produced some lovely pieces and were thrilled with the results. If you are looking for a "doing present" for someone and are bored with the same old afternoon tea's and spa days, I would thoroughly recommend this one day course."

19 Aug 17'

Jiao Jiao reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"An amazing adventure. The two other girls booked on the course didn't turn up, so I ended up having a one-to-one glassblowing course with Ricky. It was really incredible! Ricky was extremely patient, calm and reassuring. He went through each of the steps repeatedly, making sure that you could follow/remember all the steps. Needless to say glassblowing is not as easy as it seems, but after a few tries I did seem to 'blow' better, but it is one of those things which you need to have a lot of patience with yourself. Ricky was always there to help if you couldn't 'blow' as much as you wished. I ended up making 4 pieces at the end of the day, a paperweight, a bowl, a sculpture and a vase. Ricky offered you a range of colours and pieces you could make, and I exchanged some wonderful ideas with him. I definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to try glassblowing. Once you start you'd be amazed how much you can do, and when the colours swirl in the glory hole it's truly amazing. You can make so many presents as well as things for yourself. You can also bring a friend (or two) with you and have a wonderful day with them. Do bring your own lunch though, as I didn't know you had to bring mine. It does get very hot, so it's good to wear a thin long sleeved tee-shirt, as your arms are more protected from the heat that way. Also wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be standing a lot during the day."

31 Jul 17'

Vikki reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"We had a fantastic day with Ricky. As complete beginners we were amazed at how much we managed to create in one short day. Ricky was patient and helpful every step of the way and taught us so much about working with glass. He was happy to advise us on colour choices and design but ultimately gave us the freedom to make our own unique creations. If you're looking for a truely memorable and creative day out with keepsakes to treasure then look no further- Ricky is your man!"

19 Jul 17'

Tina fox reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I was blown away (no pun intended) by Rickys patience, expertise and encouragement. It was a fantastic day with one other lady, Kate, who was as interested and fascinated at the prospect of creating something with what looked like a molten alien blob. With Rickys help we created sculptural and recognisable usable pieces and the time just flew by. I would thoroughly recommend his courses and hope to be returning for a follow up day soon."

16 Jul 17'

Kate Gamble reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Had a fabulous day today. Ricky is very patient and knowledgeable. He explained every process clearly and is an excellent teacher. I had not experienced glassblowing before and was amazed at how the glass behaves and can be worked into wonderful shapes and colours. Looking forward to receiving the finished pieces I made. Highly recommend."

15 Jul 17'

Alison & Dion reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Unbelievable experience... We attended the beginners class and we were given a health and safety talk before we jumped into the fun part. As the day progressed Ricky gave us a choice on what we could produce next. We created four different pieces each, using a variety of methods. Ultimately this gave us a wide range of things to take away that we now display proudly in our home. The day was fantastic, Ricky was brilliant at explaining everything but also allowing us to really get stuck in and involved. A very knowledgable and great teacher, Ricky made us both feel very comfortable. We would definitely recommend this to anyone who has an interest in glass blowing because its well worth the money and a great experience!"

27 Jun 17'

Liz & Craig reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"We asked to create some Christmas baubles and that's exactly what Ricky helped us to create: 9 beautiful Christmas baubles. He listened to what we wanted and took us patiently through the stages, entirely at our own pace. After a quick safety briefing we were blowing our first bauble, since there are only two people in the class, you are always doing something, whether as support for your partner or working with the glass yourself. As complete beginners, we really didn't expect to be able to produce so many such beautiful pieces. Ricky was very good at suggesting ways to achieve the effects we were after. He helped us rescue an overblown bauble and turn it into one that was even more beautiful. The day went very quickly, broken by lunch in the lovely walled garden; he was very easy to chat to over lunch. I would throughly recommend this course to anyone who wants to create something beautiful from glass."

9 Jun 17'

Keith nelson reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"A fantastic day with Ricky, always wanted to try glassblowing, he is such a good teacher. Ended up making three peices that I thought I could never do, the day was relaxed, fun and went so quickly didn't want it to end, thanks again Ricky, you a star!"

8 Jun 17'

Laura White reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"This is the most amazing course I have ever been on. Ricky is an excellent teacher who enables you to feel confident with the material and realise its potential. You achieve so much in one day, producing 4 glass works. The course went well beyond my expectations and I will defiantly be going back to do more. Also, great value for money - I can't recommend it enough to anyone who wants to have a go at glassblowing...."

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