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Hope Best Design

Contact name: Monica Dowling
80
Total bookings
Rating
(10)
about 6 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

About Hope - Having originally trained as a fashion designer and dabbling in various creative media, I finally found my passion lay in glass. As a self taught glass artist, I love the endless possibilities of that the glass offers and the many different outcomes I can achieve with different techniques. I am always trying out new methods and looking for fresh designs that will catch my shopper's attention. I am now offering workshops so that others can enjoy working and creating with glass.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Fused Glass 1hr Coaster Workshop
1 hour
Next date: 21st Feb 2026
6 places left
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Fused Glass 2hr Panel Workshop
2 hours
Next date: 21st Feb 2026
6 places left
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Fused Glass Christmas Decor Workshop
1 hour
Next date: 3rd Oct 2026
10 places left
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Fused Glass Junior Taster Workshop
1 hour
Next date: 21st Feb 2026
6 places left
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Fused Glass Lantern Workshop - New Design
3 hours
Next date: 21st Feb 2026
6 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
23 Nov 25'

Sally reviewed: Fused Glass Christmas Decor Workshop

"Booked as an early Christmas gift for my family. Everyone was really welcoming and patient with everyone encouraging creativity, giving suggestions and assistance. Lovely way to spend the day. Can't wait to see the results"

8 Oct 25'

Carol Craig reviewed: Fused Glass 2hr Panel Workshop

"Great creative morning very helpful tutor. Able to choose your own subject."

Hope Best Design responded:

"So lovely to meet you Carol, and pleased you enjoyed your session. Looking forward to seeing how your piece turns out after it’s fired! Thanks for your lovely review, Monica "

25 May 25'

Karen butt reviewed: Fused Glass Lantern Workshop - New Design

"We all felt the course was very well presented and supported. We would all like to look at attending another workshop. Maybe even trying something new. Thank you "

9 Mar 25'

Karen reviewed: Fused Glass Lantern Workshop - New Design

"My husband and I really enjoyed the course and can't wait to see how our designs look after they've been fired. The tutor was friendly, giving enough information to get started and then offering more advice and info throughout the session, which was perfect for us as beginners. Would certainly recommend."