Iasthai Original reviews

Sammie Lyons reviewed: Cuff Bangles: Silver Jewellery Making

"Thank you Nina for organising a private class for me and my family. It was a fabulous way to spend time together and we absolutely love our bangles. Looking forward to coming back soon. Sam x"

Emily Porter reviewed: Signet Ring Wax Carving for Casting in Sterling Silver: Silver Jewellery Making

"Brilliant. Will be back next year to add to my signet."

Lydia W reviewed: Cuff Bangles: Silver Jewellery Making

"Me and my friend attended this course because of great word of mouth and we were not disappointed! I am in love with my cufs and often get asked about them, so it feels great to be able to say I made them myself. I can't speak highly enough of Nina. Apart from being a great teacher she's also warm and funny and really just puts you at ease. Time flew, and it's made me want to book on every workshop she offers. Really excited for 2022. Thank you Nina XX"

Charles reviewed: Signet Ring Wax Carving for Casting in Sterling Silver: Silver Jewellery Making

"Excellent teacher. Very happy with the final piece. Would definitely book again."

Andrea Stephenson reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"Wow! This was an amazing course! My daughter and I attended this workshop and I can’t rate it highly enough…Nina is an absolute gem, highly knowledgable and lots of fun. We came away with lots of news skills and 2 beautiful rings as gorgeous reminders of our workshop. We enjoyed it so much, Nina very kindly put together a box of tools for us to make more silver with so we can make our own items. We are very much looking forward to working with Nina again!"

Gill Beamish reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"What can I say? I really enjoyed the Stacking Ring Course I came away with a new skill and two beautiful rings, all thanks to Ninas teaching skills. She is warm and welcoming from he minute you meet her and makes the whole experience fun. Just a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Thank you so much Nina, it was great to finally meet you!"

Dawn Mander reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"Second time even better than the first. Thank you so much and see you soon for the spinner ring!"

Rob reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"Loved the rings! Thank you Nina!"

Louise reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"I had such a fab time! Nina is patient, funny and just a breath of fresh air. Nothing is rushed and everything is explained so well you do come out really having learned something. Will definitely be booking with Nina again. Thank you!"

Wendy reviewed: Fidget/Spinner Ring: Silver Jewellery Making

"I have attended 2 of Nina’s workshops making stacking rings and a spinner ring. I have never tried silversmithing before this, Nina was very welcoming, friendly and professional, she explained everything very clearly and demonstrated each process. I really enjoyed both workshops and came away with some lovely pieces of jewellery made my me which makes them special. I would highly recommend making jewellery with Nina. I hope to join in more of Nina’s workshops this year."

Iasthai Original responded:

"What a wonderful end to my year! Thank you so much Wendy, it's been an absolute pleasure and I look forward to seeing you SOON ?? Happy New Year! ?"

Pete reviewed: Fidget/Spinner Ring: Silver Jewellery Making

"Did this Spinner Ring course yesterday with a friend. What a blast!! Nina is fab and an excellent tutor. She takes great care to ensure that your ring is your design and your execution i.e. your ring - and guides and educates you to ensure that you go home with just the design that you wanted. Please don't think that jewellery is not for the blokes - this course works so well for everybody. Nina is an incredible tutor who really knows her craft and takes great care that you get full value from the course. I went on this course with a friend and we had so much fun. Our ring designs were quite different but worked so well and we could look at each others designs and see how well they shone! I very much recommend this course and am really looking forward to the the next session with Nina where I can learn something new"

Lisa reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"Went on the Spinner Rings course with a friend to experience something new. Nina is incredibly welcoming and puts you at ease straight away. Working immediately with the basics of ring sizing (with Nina making it so easy!) and getting straight into working with the silver which turned out to be very tactile. It didn’t matter that we had no experience as Nina helped us at every step, explaining just enough to allow you to get through the next part without feeling overwhelmed by details, or rushed to get something done. The time simply flew by and the ring took shape throughout (it was great to see each step making a difference, working towards the finished item). We had a whale of a time. It was incredibly good fun, easy to lose yourself in the making and not notice the time simply flying by just as having fun with some great friends. I highly recommend this course and can’t wait to do another with Nina."

Joe reviewed: Fidget/Spinner Ring: Silver Jewellery Making

"Such a great way to spend an afternoon and so pleased with the fidget ring- as is my wife. Would definitely recommend. Nina is lovely, patient and a good teacher. No question seemed too much and I even left with a sheet of materials and tools I'd need to start this up as a hobby. I'll be seeing you soon Nina- looking forward to the private classes"

Danielle reviewed: Cuff Bangles: Silver Jewellery Making

"Having attended the bangle making class I can honestly say I can't wait to join more of Nina's workshops! She is just lovely. So friendly and truly explains everything and gives any additional information you can think to ask. It's so nice to feel truly supported in a new skill, and aside from coming away with a beautiful bangle (I made it myself hehe!) I feel that I've also come away with a true mentor and friend. Thank you Nina! x"

Kate Yates reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"No experience? - no problem. Even a complete novice such as me can be learning and creating in no time. Take an idea and with patient and knowledgeable instructions you can come away not only with an individual piece of hand crafted jewellerry, but also a new skill learned and a desire to create more. Would recommend this fun,informative and worthwhile experience to anyone wanting to explore their creative side."

Iasthai Original responded:

"What a lovely review! Thank you so much Kate x"

Dawn Mander reviewed: Gemstone Stacking Rings: Silver Jewellery Making

"Really enjoyed this workshop and love my handmade rings! Nina is so friendly and helpful and really put us all at ease. Overall it was a fab way to spend an afternoon and well worth the money. Will definitely be joining for the next level workshop. Thank you Nina!"

Iasthai Original responded:

"Thank you so much Dawn, it was wonderful to meet you and your rings are beautiful! Well done and see you soon x"