Hopewood Baskets reviews

Alison reviewed: Kindling/blanket basket (2 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Fantastic course. Sarah and Marcus were brilliant teachers. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try basket weaving."

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Alison. Thank you so much for coming on the course, and for taking the time to write such a kind review, that really means the world to us. You made an amazing basket, such a wonderful achievement! Hope to see you again in the future. Best wishes, Sarah & Marcus "

Jane reviewed: Kindling/blanket basket (2 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Who would have thought someone who's never done anything like this before could come away with not only a completed basket but one which was for purpose in just a weekend? Not me, that's for sure, but thanks to Sarah and Marcus I completed the course and thanks to their tuition, guidance, extensive knowledge and immense patience I did just that. How chuffed am I? Immensely. Would I recommend? Yes, wholeheartedly. Thank you both for a mentally exhausting weekend and such a wonderful result! "

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Jane. What an amazing review! That really means so much to us to hear, as we really do want everyone to love the experience of weaving as much as we do....even if it does exhaust the cognitive powers after two full days! Great effort coming in with a log basket as your very first basket, what an achievement! Absolute pleasure meeting you, and hopefully see you again in the future. Best wishes, Sarah and Marcus "

Jo reviewed: Egg frame basket (1 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Sarah was great at sharing technique for making this lovely basket. Everything needed was provided. Basket weaving is quite hard on the hands. But very worth it. Whilst I would love to do this course on a willow farm, the railway arch works well. Decent places to get food if you forget your pack lunch! "

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Jo, thank you so much for your lovely review. So glad you enjoyed it! Hopefully the hands have recovered a little since. Lovely meeting you. Best wishes, Sarah "

Helen reviewed: Zarzo flower basket (1 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"One day course making a beautiful zarzo basket with the very patient Sarah. I learned so much and am inspired to do more. A great day, thankyou."

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"So pleased you had a good time and enjoyed the day; it was an absolute pleasure and lovely talking about craft with you too. Thanks so much. "

Vivienne reviewed: Asymmetrical basket (2 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Completely brilliant course in every way. Sarah and Marcus are just the best tutors, friendly, knowledgeable and patient, allowing everyone to work at their own pace. The course was extremely well planned and we all went home with finished baskets! A couple of people had done a little basket making before, but most of us were complete novices and we learned so much. The workshop room was spacious, bright and airy and very close to the train station and city centre. If you're wondering whether to go, just book, I cannot recommend it highly enough!"

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Vivienne, Thanks so much for the wonderful review, it absolutely makes our day when we read such kind words - we really do want everyone to have a fab time, so we’re SO pleased that you did. "

Jackie reviewed: Asymmetrical basket (2 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"This was an excellent course, particularly making some unusual baskets for beginners which was the main reason why I booked the class. Sarah and Marcus were great teachers and really patient with those of us who needed extra help because of getting confused and behind! The location was central, close to the station and was big and bright. I would highly recommend the course. "

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Jackie, We’re absolutely delighted that you had a good time and it was a pleasure meeting you and sharing skills. Hope your basket has many fun adventures with you! "

Carina Rofe reviewed: Egg frame basket (1 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Absolutely loved this course. Fantastic tutors, learnt a lot and yet it was also relaxing. Am so pleased I learned to make my first ever basket with Sarah and Marcus."

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review; we’re delighted to hear you had an enjoyable day! Lovely to meet you and weave together, and hope to see you again one day. "

Rona Hawkins reviewed: Willow asymmetrical basket course

"A fantastic experience, Sarah and Marcus are wonderfully calm and relaxed with endless support when required. I came away with a beautiful asymetrical basket and felt extremely proud of my achievements. I can thoroughly recommend their courses and Sarah also makes the most beautiful baskets to buy on line."

Richard reviewed: Willow asymmetrical basket course

"Sarah and Marcus were so helpful and patient , making it a great day .I would thoroughly recommend it!"

Kathryn Reece reviewed: Willow asymmetrical basket course

"What a wonderful day! I learnt so much about willow and the skill of basket weaving. Sarah was a kind and generous teacher, with plenty of patience. And we all left with an amazing basket made with our own hands, each unique and beautiful."

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Hi Kathryn, I couldn’t be happier that you had a great time, and really so chuffed that you took the time to write such a kind message, it really means so much to us….more than I’m able to convey in words. We just want so much to give everyone a great experience so I’m so pleased you felt that. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you and your basket was amazing, you should be very proud. Warm wishes, Sarah"

Liza reviewed: Asymmetrical Willow Basket Workshop

"Sarah is a warm and enthusiastic teacher with incredible skills and knowledge. She made learning to weave an asymmetrical basket clear and easy with demonstrations for each stage and was on hand to help at any point. It was a fantastic workshop, thoroughly recommended and a wonderful day spent making a beautiful basket."

Mandie reviewed: Asymmetrical Willow Basket Workshop

"An excellent class, Sarah was a great teacher, very clear and helpful, a very enjoyable day"

Helen reviewed: Asymmetrical Willow Basket Workshop

"I so enjoyed this workshop. Sarah was so positive and clear about what we needed to do to achieve a basket (which we all did). I highly recommend her workshop, having no prior experience I still managed to produce something I’m quite proud of!"