Freeweaver Studio London reviews

Kathy reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"I arrived a little anxious because I'm the kinda person who follows patterns (and only then adds a personal touch) but I left feeling inspired and liberated by the freedom of Saori weaving, the joy of playing with and exploring colours and textures I don't usually go to and knowing that whatever I created it would be just fine . Janine gently guides, suggests and encourages. Was a truly wonderful afternoon."

Casey reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"Janine is very helpful and facilitates a positive environment for you to create a masterpiece. Saori is so satisfying and you will be impressed with what you can make in 4 hours. I will certainly do this again :)"

Freeweaver Studio London responded:

"Thank you very much Casey, best wishes, Janine"

Angela reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"It was a fun and relaxing afternoon, learning, weaving and creating. Janine was very friendly and amazing to chat with. She showed me some basic techniques with examples, and let me get on with the loom with occasional encouragement and suggestions. It's all very informal and flexible. Time passed so quickly that 4 hours just flew by. Now I must find time to come back!"

Freeweaver Studio London responded:

"Thank you very much Angela"

amanda reviewed: Introduction To SAORI Weaving 1-5pm

"I loved it! Janine is a very good teacher and I was so pleased with the table runner I made. I have never done any weaving before but I found I was able to come to grips with the Saori loom and produce something I was proud of. Highly recommend. "

robin reviewed: Introduction To SAORI Weaving 1-5pm

"My 18 year old daughter and I had THE BEST TIME at this workshop. Janine got us started straight away and then worked in several thoughtful small moments…one to stop for tea and biscuits, and a few others to show us some amazing new techniques. But for the most part it was four straight hours of weaving and we are just head over heels in love with what we made. Heading back to NYC now and will find ways to continue this technique."

Maria Smith reviewed: Saori Weaving taster session at Freeweaver Studio 1-5pm

"An absolutely wonderful experience. I came away enthused and excited and it has really changed the way i approach my weaving . Now looking at purchasing a saori loom to continue"

Suzanne Coleman reviewed: Introduction To SAORI Weaving 1-5pm

"Freeweaver's Saori Taster Workshop is fabulous. Janine is very knowledgeable about the Saori weaving philosophy and techniques. Janine has a very calm and relaxed manner that puts you at ease right away. She has various Saori loom models set up, and I tried them all to see which one felt just right. She has lots of different fibers and colors for you to experiment with. If you want to buy a Saori loom (as I did), she is there to advise you, but otherwise there is no "sales talk"--it is all about the joy and experience of weaving in the Saori way. I recommend this workshop and Freeweaver very highly. Just do it--you will be so happy that you did!"

Libby reviewed: Introduction To SAORI Weaving 1-5pm

"Janine runs small classes, and in the beginner's course teaches all the skills required to make your own woven artwork. She also provides a wide range of fibres to experiment with. I made a festive door hanging in my first lesson, which I feel proud of, and am looking forward to my next class. The weaving itself is a relatively simple process but requires concentration. It's your choice how much you experiment with fibres and techniques. The venue for the class is a fairly new craft centre with other interesting things going on alongside, and easily reached on the DLR. I can thoroughly recommend this class. I loved it!"

Susan Newby-Robson reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"A good introduction to Saori weaving. A thoroughly enjoyable and informative taster class, well worth attending, so much so I have purchased a loom."

Lorraine England reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"Lovely relaxed studio which showcased the Saori looms well. Enjoyed the “taster” workshop and Janine’s relaxed/informative style of teaching. I would have liked the opportunity to have spent longer at the loom."

Denise reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"This was an excellent course, well taught and rewarding"