David J Lilly reviews

10 Sep 22'

Tamsin reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"Excellent afternoon. Learnt a lot and have a lovely ring. "

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Tamsin. It was really fun having you in the workshop. You made such a fab daisy ring and we’re really quick about it too. Well done you. "

27 Apr 22'

Jackie reviewed: Copper fold-forming jewellery workshop

"What a great day! David is a great tutor who managed to get me to complete a wonderful piece of work a little larger than I originally thought. But even with what time was left I was given nothing but encouragement and fantastic guidance. Thank you."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Jackie. It was such a fun time with you and you made an amazing sculptural piece that was beautifully finished, well done and thank you."

1 Apr 22'

Jane Leclercq reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"A delightful experience with an interesting and informative tutor. I really enjoyed the whole afternoon, and was surprised that I could create a lovely ring with no experience. I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course. Thank you David !"

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Jane I really enjoyed meeting and spending time with you while you created your amazing piece of jewellery. Best wishes David"

7 Mar 22'

Corinne reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"A very rewarding course, learning a new craft and coming home with a lovely stained glass panel. David is a very good tutor, giving lots of useful tips that has given me the confidence to try some leaded stained glass pieces for the garden. I thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who would like to try the craft of stained glass."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Corinne, Thank you so much for the the lovely review. It was great to see you push your imagined limits and not only choose one of the most complicated designs to make up, but completely pull it off beautifully. Best Wishes David"

12 Feb 22'

Alison reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop, David is an excellent teacher and it was great to spend time with him whilst making the jewelry. His skill and passion is inspiring, I will definitely be returning for more workshops with him."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Alison Thanks for thr lovely review. It was a great afternoon with you and I look forward to seeing you again Best wishes David."

8 Feb 22'

Pol reviewed: Wax Carved Jewellery Workshop

"My day with David exceeded all expectations. David is an excellent teacher and host. He explained everything clearly and was so encouraging I made two rings - both with stones. I look forward to learning how to finish them once they are cast. David was so generous with his knowledge and explained how I could create rings at home. The course is incredible value for money. I would recommend the course to anyone - including beginners."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Pol, Thanks very much for your lovely review. It was a great day with you making jewellery. The casts should be back next week, so I will be in touch very soon. I look forward to seeing you again soon. Best Wishes David"

3 Feb 22'

Bev Hartley reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"Very good course and environment. Good teacher and small class. Others had more craft making knowledge than me but this didn't interfere with the session. David was very patient and helpful and I love my ring. Sorry that I live so far away that I can't attend any future sessions."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Bev, Thanks so much for the lovely review, I am delighted that you are still loving your ring. Best Wishes David"

31 Jan 22'

Tracey Surmon reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"The workshop was a Christmas gift for me with my 14 year old daughter also attending. David was very helpful throughout and extremely patient with both my daughter and myself whilst we got the hang of cutting and building up our stained glass panels. The workshop was informative, fun and an enjoyable day all round. Would definitely recommend it, thank you David."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Tracey Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am delighted that you both enjoyed it so much and you both made beautiful panels. It was lovely to meet you both and see you make beautiful stained glass. Best wishes David"

30 Jan 22'

Harriet Murray reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"I bought this workshop as a christmas present for my boyfriend and we had such a fantastic day. We learnt so much and really felt like it was a day well spent! I would definitely go back again. There are template options for all abilities so no matter how easy/hard you find it, you will always go home with something special. David was very helpful and kind and it was a nice small group of six which was well managed. Thank you!"

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Harriet Thank you for your lovely review. It was an absolute delight to have you and Elliot there in the workshop and you both were an inspiration and rays of joy for the other participants. I hope to see you in another or this workshop again sometime. Best wishes David"

12 May 21'

Pat reviewed: Copper fold-forming jewellery workshop

"I had an amazing day of metalcraft with David on the Fold-Formed Copper workshop. David has a warm and welcoming manner and has a brilliant and supportive teaching style. The day was really well structured - the workshop is a fantastic and inspiring space to work in, and there were plenty of very good quality tools to use. David took time to explain the different techniques within Fold Formed work, and I really learnt a lot in a short space of time. He was attentive to every student's need whilst giving us the space to create and find our own way. He was encouraging all the way, and corrected us gently when we went off on the wrong path. I absolutely blew my own expectations of what I would achieve in a day - I took home a small (practice) four petaled flower, and twisted willow leaf and the crowning glory, a large six petaled flower. I gifted it to my wife who was equally blown away with what I had created! David, I absolutely loved it all, thank you so much! Have already booked Stained Glass for my wife as a gift, to be closely followed by ring making ;-). Very highly recommended."

9 Nov 20'

Linda reviewed: Silver jewellery full-day workshop

"I had a fantastic day and made a fabulous ring and pendant! David was very welcoming and keen to explain about different techniques and finishes! As well as answering all of my questions. As a complete beginner I have learnt so much and would definitely recommend the course. The endless coffee and biscuits were also much appreciated"

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Linda, Thank you for your lovely review, it was great to spend the time with you, and you made two lovely pieces of jewellery. Best Wishes David"

30 Oct 20'

Pat reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"The course was a gift for my birthday. I had a great time. A bit frustrating because it took me a long time to be a bit more confident with the glass cutting. David helped me a great deal with this, guiding me through the different type of cutters I could use. He also made sure all the pieces fitted when the lead work was being prepared. I ended the day with a very special stain glass panel."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Pat for the lovely review. You really challenged yourself which was lovely to see and I could tell that your skills were increasing at quite a lick as you progressed through the panel making. I am delighted that you enjoyed yourself and were happy with the results, it was certainly a very beautiful panel."

2 Sep 20'

Jo Hams reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"Loved this afternoon with David. My son and I benefited (if you can say that) from the Covid restrictions and had David to ourselves meaning he was always on hand as we completed each step and ready to answer any questions. He is an excellent teacher; very patient, methodical and engaging. Instructions to find the studio were thorough and following his guidance and satnav we didn't go wrong. My son had a fair idea of what he wanted to create and following a bit of guidance on his design, came away with a very unique piece of jewellery. I took the opportunity to browse a selection of designs that David indicated could be easily replicated in this course and I gave my chosen one a tweak to make it my own - you don't have to know which design you want to make when you walk in the door. We chose David's course over others because we did not want to be producing run of the mill items. His workshop is packed full of ideas and temptation to return and enjoy other courses. If his studio was closer to home, I would be re-booked already! Thank you David for a lovely afternoon."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Jo, Thank you for such a wonderful review. I hope to see you and Adam again sometime in the future making more fabulous items. Best Wishes David"

18 Mar 20'

Shirley Williams reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"Really enjoyed my afternoon making a beautiful silver ring for my daughter. David was very welcoming, friendly, patient and clearly very passionate and knowledgeable about his craft/s!"

David J Lilly responded:

"Shirley, Thank you for the lovely review. I hope that your daughter loves the superb ring you made for her. Best Wishes David"

16 Mar 20'

Jayne Towndrow reviewed: Copper fold-forming jewellery workshop

"Excellent course. Parking available, toilet available. Premises totally suited to the workshop. Fantastic views. Patient, quality teaching, guiding rather than instructing allowing participants to follow their own direction. Copious quantities of tea and coffee along with biscuits. And then there was the copper bashing. I do love bashing metal. I have been having a go at various silversmithing and copper courses; I am not that good and my results not very predictable - although on occasion I have made some beautiful pieces of which I am very proud. But I think it's fair to say I feel vaguely nervous around the equipment and much angst in the studios I have worked in previously. I think what I liked best about David's course was that I felt relaxed in the workshop and very comfortable around the equipment. I hope to return."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Jayne, Thank you so much for your amazing review. I hope that you continue to enjoy the lovely pieces you made, and I look forward to seeing you again sometime. Best Wishes David"

26 Feb 20'

Anna Quick reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"This course was booked as a birthday present for me and my best friend by my husband and we had the most amazing time. The workshop is on top of a hill with gorgeous countryside and in the summer this will be the most glorious setting. Sadly on the day we were there it was pouring down and blowing a gale but the barn was still warm and inviting. We were welcomed, given tea and biscuits and allowed to progress with the course at our own pace. Tuition was clear and helpful without being over bearing or too simple. David was friendly, knowledgeable and a wonderful tutor. It as also great to see other examples of the different types of work he does and has done in the past. All in all I cannot recommend highly enough. I am delighted with the ring I produced and wear it most days! Looking forward to being able to book up for the copper fold forming workshop in the future."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Anna, Thank you for the lovely feedback. I am delighted you enjoyed the experience so much and look forward to you booking on the Copper fold-forming workshop in the future. Do remember to contact me directly to get your discount for that. Best Wishes David"

24 Feb 20'

Sue Howard reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"Second time for this course. Was a wonderful day, David professional and cheery as before. A great day was had and I will return to try his copper course. Thank you David."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thank you Sue. It was great to have you back in the studio. See you soon for Copper fold-forming. Best Wishes David"

19 Jan 20'

Pauline Turner reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"The day was a Christmas gift from my partner as I expressed interest in learning more about glass cutting and it was for beginners as a taster course. I had no previous experience in cutting glass, and it took a while to get the hang of it. David was quite short with me, in front of the rest of the class, on more than one occasion. Although I realize he is passionate about his craft, and very talented,I found his attitude really rude and quite embarrassing."

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Pauline, I am sorry that you did not enjoy your day learning to make your stained glass panel. Yes, you struggled in the beginning as do many others, but by keeping it light-hearted and me showing you different methods of using different cutting tools you overcame the problems you were experiencing and you acheived your goal, which you told me was to make a stained glass panel - and it was lovely. Also you were the first to finish. I was not aware that I was treating you differently from anyone else, so I am sorry you did not enjoy the day."

18 Jan 20'

Sarah reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"An excellent morning and wonderful to leave with a piece of jewellery I can wear. I have attended David's stained glass course in the past, and as before David was an excellent teacher. He takes you through each stage of the process and is incredibly patient. All the tools and equipment you could possibly need were to hand. A lovely small group and each person made their own individual design. Looking forward to the next course!"

David J Lilly responded:

"Hi Sarah, Thanks again for a great review and again well done for making such a fabulous ring."

14 Jan 20'

Krish Surroy reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"What a brilliant course. I didn't believe for a second that I would be able to go from absolutely no experience to making a silver ring in 3 hours, but I did and loved what I produced! David is an excellent teacher - very patient and attentive, funny and engaging. More to the point, he really helps you to believe that you are capable of producing something beautiful no matter what your level of competence is and he clearly has the technical know-how to back this up. Also, the group of participants on my course really made the experience - everyone was really friendly and we really bonded under David's expert tuition and super, approachable manner. An excellent course and I would happily do this course again, or even better, do a day long course. It really was that good."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Krish for that lovely review. You made an amazing (and advanced for a complete beginner) ring and it was great to see you surprise yourself. I look forward to seeing you on one of the full day courses that will be running later in 2020."

14 Jan 20'

Nicola reviewed: Sterling silver ring making workshop

"Such an enjoyable morning and so surprising what you can create and make in a morning. David is an excellent teacher and makes the whole process enjoyable, light and fun. I’d never made any jewellery before and it was fascinating to see what goes into it, I felt a wonderful sense of achievement at the end. The workshop space is so well equipped and laid out and the course just flows beautifully. It’s a gorgeous peaceful location in the Sussex Downs, the views are stunning. Highly recommend."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thank you so very much Nicola. I am delighted that you enjoyed the experience so much."

6 Dec 19'

Lin Golding reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"David was a great instructor and clearly passionate about stained glass works and sharing his enthusiasm with others. David gave clear instructions and demonstrations and very patiently repeated and re-demonstrated when requested. An extremely enjoyable and thoroughly productive, stimulating and motivating day which I would definitely recommend to others. I'd like to come back and do more."

David J Lilly responded:

"Dear Lin, Thank you for that wonderful review. Do come back again and try another design or material!"

2 Dec 19'

Sue Hiward reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"Great fun, David very patient. Had a laugh. What more could you want."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks Sue. it was great to have you there"

8 Nov 19'

Steve Sharpe reviewed: Copper fold-forming jewellery workshop

"David is an excellent teacher. Clear, supportive and enthusiastic. It's incredible what wonderful organic shapes you can be producing within a very short time. Great fun, super technique, highly recommended."

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks for the great review."

6 Nov 19'

Sarah Wood reviewed: Stained Glass Beginners Workshop

"A great day. I had never had a go at Stained Glass before. David was an excellent instructor, and took us through each stage steadily and slowly. Would love to have another go!"

David J Lilly responded:

"Thanks for the great review"

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