English Willow Basketworks reviews

28 Apr 15'

Jenny Parsonage reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I had an interesting and informative day on the workshop. It was well arranged, I had to work hard when making the basket but am proud of what I took home. The day just flew by, the tuition was inspiring and the results excellent. Many thanks Jenny"

1 Apr 15'

David reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"This is a great course and reasonably priced. With only six people on the course, there was plenty of time for individual help and advice and we all managed to complete our baskets to a good standard. Julie is obviously hugely experienced in basketmaking but also has huge patience with us newcomers. The venue was easy to find and has adequate car parking. Everything we needed for the course was provided and the cakes were delicious. I have no hesitation in recommending this course - very informative, interesting and satisfying."

30 Mar 15'

Debra Doubleday reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I had the most brilliant day and left with a basket to be proud of. My husband was astonished at what I had achieved. Julie is excellent and leads you through the course with great encouragement. I will definately book further courses its so important to keep this tradition alive."

29 Mar 15'

Karen reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Really enjoyable course with excellent tuition. I will definitely book up again. The venue was good and Julie's cake was excellent."

6 Dec 14'

Matthew Wilde reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"This was a Fantastic course. I booked as part of a Gap year and I found it very enjoyable and informative and it has got me fired up for more. Julie is a brilliant teacher, making sure every one gets help but letting you do everything yourself so it becomes properly ingrained, enabling you to go away with the confidence to do more on your own; Especially after seeing the standard of baskets we produced, very pleased. I would recommend this course to everyone."

3 Dec 14'

Vicky O'Leary reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a fabulous way to spend a day! I would recommend this to anyone, you don't need to have had any previous experience and Julie is so patient with everyone. I am delighted with my basket and can't quite believe I actually made it. The structure of the day is very good and we were all able to work at our own pace, everything was explained in good detail and anything we didn't quite get, Julie explained it again and was happy to do so. The cake was delicious! Thanks again for a brilliant day and I will be booking again."

2 Dec 14'

Joseph reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I booked the course for myself and my girlfriend as a fifth anniversary surprise. And what a great way to spend the day! Julie is a very patient and kind teacher, and goes through all the stages of making your very own basket clearly. With a class size of only six there was plenty of scope for one-on-one assistance where it was needed. The home made cake was delicious too. My girlfriend and I were really happy with our finished baskets and can't wait to have a go at making more! Would definitely recommend to others."

1 Dec 14'

Gary Brown reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"A fantastic day - Julie is very knowledgable about her craft and is a superbly patient and attentive teacher. Limiting the numbers to six is an excellent idea as Julie was able to keep an eye on everyone and give help where and when needed. The pace was just right and the format very relaxed. Cake was good too! Thoroughly recommended! Would definitely do more courses with Julie."

25 Oct 14'

Ginie Scott reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Something I have always wanted to do and I am so glad I went on Julie's basket making course, I loved every minute of it.. so interesting and rewarding. It was a really enjoyable day and I would highly recommend it. Julie is an excellent teacher and with her patience and help we all managed to complete our baskets. I know I will treasure mine ! Julie is not only a brilliant basket maker/teacher but a pretty good cook as well !... all the cakes she provided were absolutely delicious !.. What a great day !"

13 Oct 14'

Sally reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Thanks Julie for the great class (& cake). I learnt a lot and have a lovely basket to use. Thank you for being so patient."

8 Oct 14'

Roger Adams reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"From a complete novice's viewpoint our course was just the ticket. Being faced with some unusual tools, an extremely sharp knife and a collection of sticks we then proceeded to be led through each stage and element of basket construction. Where needed, individual support was given for the trickier moments and at the end of a most enjoyable day we came away with not only a good understanding of basket making techniques but also very presentable baskets that I'm sure will be prized by each of the makers. Thanks for a wonderful day Julie."

9 Jul 14'

megan reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I had a very nice day. Friendly and informative. Interesting to learn something new but a valuable traditional skill which should be preserved."

8 Jul 14'

Lyn reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Brilliant course! Julie was very knowledgable, excellent teacher and extremely patient. Each different technique was demonstrated and explained fully. We could work at our own pace with lots of help, guidance and support. I had not done any basketmaking before and was surprised at just how lovely my finished basket was.......thank you so much Julie! Oh yes and the cake was delicious!"

7 Jul 14'

Joanna reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"A big thankyou to Julie for a great and interesting day learning to make a basket ! Julie is a very talented teacher showing us many different techniques in a small relaxed class , with Julie's patience and guidance I have learnt so much and also have to mention the yummy cakes that Julie made for us ,,,,, Thank you"

4 Jun 14'

Kim Shepherd reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"My husband and I really enjoyed our basket making day with Julie. Trevor had never done a craft workshop of any kind before and was a little apprehensive, but he needn't have been; Julie is calm, patient and very thorough, explaining and demonstrating all the techniques needed to make a small basket in the English style - and with only six students in the group there is plenty of individual help. There were drinks and delicious homemade cake available throughout the day which helped to keep up our energy levels - basket making is energetic work! Both of us are very proud of our baskets and are keen to do another workshop in the future. Highly recommend. Thanks Julie!"

15 May 14'

Shane and Charlotte reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Got course as present for my wife, so Julie had to do every thing buy phone and was so helpfull before and on the course 10 out of 10"

25 Apr 14'

Val and Claire reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a great day! Mum and I spent a very enjoyable Sunday making a very impressive basket from scratch. Julie was so patient and helpful. This was not something either of us had done before but we both are hooked and have ordered some willow to have a go at home. It's not a sit back and watch day and our hands did ache the next day but well worth it! I would highly recommend this course. Thank you Julie."

23 Apr 14'

Simone Huntley-Jones reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a fun day and met some lovely fellow students. Julie so calm and patient, however many times she had to show you a technique! Homemade cakes and as many breaks as each person needed. Had a basket to take home, now being used for collecting eggs and good memories every time I use it. Highly recommend the course."

22 Apr 14'

annie snowden reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"slightly nervous of being a bit exposed while undertaking basket making for the first time. i needn't have worried as basket making with julie king was extremely enjoyable. Time just flew by and by the end of the day a rather lovely basket was made and my understanding of the craft improved. Infact it was so much fun i want to do more !"

8 Apr 14'

Catherine Armitage reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"My husband and i thoroughly enjoyed our day of basket making with Julie King. Julie was a very patient and encouraging tutor, and explained everything clearly. We were pleased to leave with a very impressive looking basket at the end of just one day. I would highly recommend a workshop with Julie (and the home made cake she provided was delicious and kept our energy up), Catherine Armitage"

10 Mar 14'

Sue Wardale reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I have just enjoyed my third basket making day with Julie, I just keep coming back. Julie is a really patient and calm teacher, with just a small number of students she is able to support each of us individually. Each stage of the basket is clearly demonstrated and there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the craft. On my third workshop I have made a lovely shopping basket - Julie encouraged me to just keep on weaving and make it happen. The home made cakes are fantastic but it would be wrong of me to suggest that this is a reason to come to Julie's workshops!!!!!!"

5 Mar 14'

Valerie Chaffer reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"On 04/03/2014 11:23, valerie chaffer wrote: It was good to meet you on Sunday. Thank you very much for a most enjoyable day: good content, excellent and patient instruction and a lovely basket to take home. Kind regards Valerie Chaffer"

27 Dec 13'

Mim Barnes reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"So good I did it twice! Julie is a patient, clear and thorough teacher. Everything's provided, so there's no waiting around for tools, and with just six students you get the help you need when you need it. It's extremely satisfying to make something beautiful and useful in a day and I'm very proud of my baskets. The home made cakes are excellent too! Altogether a really lovely way to spend a day - highly recommended!"

17 Dec 13'

Debbie Collins reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Julie is a very good and extremely patient teacher. The day was thoroughly enjoyable and I was so proud of my finished basket. I would really recommend anyone to take the course, it was a day well spent and a real pleasure."

16 Dec 13'

Stevie Nash reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Sue and I had a brilliant day making our baskets. Julie is a lovely person and a great (patient!) teacher. Both of us really wanted to carry on, but time let us down. We hope to do another workshop in the future. Definitely recommended."