Jane's Art reviews

10 May 15'

C Hyslop reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Jane is so enthusiastic, takes time to explain all the techniques both to the whole class and then individually. She has the imagination and flexibility to help beginners, such as myself to adapt as they go along. The class was a wonderful experience, leaving me feeling more creative than I every have. Many thanks have to go to Jane for her knowledge, experience and great teaching techniques. The warm welcome for all, with cakes and coffee allowing the participants to have a chat and get to know each other first, delicious lunch provided by Graham, afternoon tea kept us all refreshed throughout the day. And of course the wonderful studio, with views to the open countryside when a stretch was needed was inspiration too! Highly recommended."

10 May 15'

Fiona Robertson reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"This was a great one day course. Jane was very welcoming and an excellent teacher who encouraged us all the way through. We were provided with a tasty lunch and plenty of tea/coffee and cakes. It was good to come out with a framed tapestry and a sense of achievement. I feel Jane has given me the skills to attempt this at home but I enjoyed the course so much that I am hoping to get one for my Christmas again this year!"

10 May 15'

Liz Shields reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I attended Jane's workshop yesterday. The theme was 'Sheep'. Right from the start Jane was welcoming and friendly. We were given a workbook which contained lots of useful information, including a drawn design of a sheep and detailed instructions of all the techniques needed to weave it. Throughout the day Jane gave helpful demonstrations of each technique, but she also gave individual guidance, encouragement, and suggestions to each of her students, too. A lovely lunch was served, prepared by Jane's husband Graham. (Graham also very kindly picked me up from the bus stop in the morning too to take me to the studio). Jane showed us how to finish off our woven picture and prepare it for framing. Altogether I found this a wonderful, very informative, very enjoyable day, and very well worth the journey from Liverpool to attend! It was so satisfying to come away having produced an actual picture (rather than just a sampler). Jane is an excellent teacher and a lovely, friendly person. I will certainly be back again!"

1 May 15'

Moira Shearer reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I would recommend these workshops to anyone whether they think they are creative or not. Good help, stimulating company and delicious food. I had done some weaving before but this boosted my confidence so I will broaden my horizons"

1 Mar 15'

Irene MacRaild reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I had a lovely relaxing day in picturesque surroundings doing something I enjoy with likeminded people, perfect. Jane was on hand to offer encouragement and suggest different ways to approach my weaving, there was a huge selection of yarns and colours - something for everyone. Jane's husband Graham prepared a lovely lunch and there was tea/coffee, cakes and wine - wine's always good."

25 Nov 14'

Amy Lowson reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I had such a great time at the weaving course. My aim was to learn the basics so that i could attempt to try this at home myself (no doubt returning for another class to stop any bad habits!) and i have certainly achieved this. I managed to go home with a finished piece after a full day of teaching (and eating of lovely food). I fully intend on getting a frame for myself as a Christmas present. Great atmosphere and a patient teacher!"

22 Nov 14'

Laura McNamee reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I had a wonderful day at Jane's tapestry workshop! We started off getting to know the group over coffee and cake. Then throughout the day, Jane provided helpful and encouraging advice and we also got inspiration from looking at each others work in a relaxed atmosphere. Jane's husband Graham did a fantastic job providing us with lovely home cooked food! I would definitely recommend this course to anyone. It would make a fantastic present. I am already looking forward to my next course!"

28 Jul 14'

Fiona S reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Another enjoyable course with Jane and my day's work was framed and hanging on the wall by bedtime. Good food as always and plenty essential cups of tea."

18 Jul 14'

John Whaley reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Very we'll organised, course material well presented with a agenda that allowed you experiment as you progressed. Excellent one to one tuition when required. We'll organised from beginning to end with a excellent lunch break in the middle. I would recommend the course, and I will be back with my wife in tow, next year."

18 Jul 14'

Aileen Fraser reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"My first day's course was an inspired birthday gift. What an enjoyable and exciting day it was. Tactful expertise, attentiveness and plentiful resources to further inspire, in relaxed informality, allow you to feel confident that anything is possible. (A lovely lunch, home-made baking and refreshments are included too). I had also been given one of Jane's home kits, which I used the following day to start my second tapestry (the kit has everything you need). One framed work completed, and another to continue at home, and a huge sense of achievement and anticipation."

7 Jun 14'

E Gorman reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Second time at one of Jane's courses for me and birthday treat for my sister. We both had a superb time and are so delighted with our framed seascape tapestries. This is just such a lovely day out. Jane has the patience of a saint and is an excellent teacher- great with colour, technique and encouragement. Graham, Jane's husband is also a perfect host and the plentiful supply of tea, cake, lunch and general hospitality just adds to the day. The whole experience just makes your heart sing! Don't hesitate to book..you'll love the studio, teaching, food, chat and gorgeous views... Brilliant walking away with a framed piece. Thank you."

16 May 14'

Laura reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Booked a course with a group of friends and Jane could not have been more welcoming or helpful if she tried. Some of us followed the course Jane created, and some brought their own pictures for inspiration to work on. Jane handled our group wonderfully - giving each of us the attention we required. Jane's studio was an amazing room of creativity. I wanted to move in, it was such an inspiring, light room - a perfect studio space. The course was fully catered, and delicious at that. All in all it was a wonderful day and a fabulous experience. We all left clutching our art with big smiles on our faces. Keep up the excellent work Jane :-)"

12 May 14'

FIONA SUTHERLAND reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Thoroughly enjoyed my day. Agreat atmosphere and I felt I learned a lot. Very pleased with the finished piece I brought home ready to hang. Everything is supplied, including much food which is beautifully home made."

11 May 14'

Heather Belmonte reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I spent a lovely day yesterday at Jane's tapestry weaving course. As a complete novice I did not know what to expect, but Jane was an excellent and patient teacher. I am quite chuffed with the framed tapestry I bought home. The coffee, cake and lunch were also wonderful, thank you Graham!"

13 Mar 14'

Andrea reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Great day, great teaching, great place, great fun. Much enjoyed. Hope the inspiration remains with me! Thank you both."

9 Mar 14'

Kirstie shearer reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"A year on and I went back for more! I spent a wonderfully engrossing day in good company and with excellent food (thank you Graham) what more could you ask for? I was late and the welcome was as warm as ever. We warped up and began to tackle our project 'Kilim'. It is amazing how everyones work differs and the colours were wonderful. I came home with a framed piece of work - Jane now has frames on site - so todays task is to hang it in my growing gallery of Tapestry Weaving. You leave immensely proud of your achievment and there are strange feelings of addiction for a very achievable craft! Now when can I rebook?"

4 Dec 13'

Rona MacLean reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I have now done three of Jane's courses - tapestry weaving is addictive! Everything is so well organised and all materials are supplied enabling students to produce a wee tapestry to be proud of. Jane gives lots of help and encouragement, demonstrating some of the technicalities in a way that even the most cack-handed can follow. We were given a very clear instruction booklet and there is lots in the studio to inspire. The time passes all too quickly. A terrific day all round! Oh! The catering is terrific too, a delicious lunch plus lovely home baking at the start and finish."

3 Dec 13'

Alana Sayers reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"This is a brilliant course and would definitely recommend it to beginners and experienced students alike. Jane is a fantastic teacher and has infinite patience. Her studio is a lovely place to work in and she is very inspiring. Lunch and refreshments are delicious and it is a very convivial atmosphere in which to work! I was warned that her courses are addictive and I can see why!!! Would highly recommend Alana Sayers"

19 Oct 13'

Diane McFadden reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"A great day out, even for someone like me - not arty at all. Coffee and home baking to start, a lovely lunch with a spot or two of wine, and to finish of the day tea and cakes. After a very apprehensive start it was al guns going ............. Wanted to be more adventurous than my teacher thought, as a result was last finished. Very proud of my work, and am hoping to get it framed. D"

1 Oct 13'

Annie Dean reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"We (family of 4) had a fabulous day last month at one of Jane's tapestry weaving workshops. Even our 13-year-old who wasn't keen at the idea became completely engrossed and produced a lovely piece. Jane put loads into the day, providing us with a bespoke design of the lovely seaside view from our living room window so we now have a beautiful set of four to remind us of a wonderful day together. Highlights of the day were - an extremely warm welcome; very comfortable, large and inspiring studio space with unrivalled countryside views; delicious lunch with home baking; Jane's tireless enthusiasm and encouragement and Graham (Jane's husband, and studio assistant) who was so kind and attentive to all our needs. We're all looking forward to booking our next workshop (even the 13-year-old!)"

22 Sep 13'

Kate Dixon reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I attended Jane's course this weekend and I absolutely loved it. I was a complete beginner yet came away with a piece of work that I am very pleased with. Jane gave individual help to us all continually and we all worked at our own level. Add to that a delicious morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea plus very good company and this was an ideal way to learn and have fun! Thanks a lot - I'll definitely be back."

7 Aug 13'

Alison reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"the cottage garden workshop, 6.8.2013. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and learned new design techniques and made a delightful piece which now hangs in my hall and already it has been much complimented. all down to the excellent teaching."

16 Jun 13'

Kirstie Shearer reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I arrived to a warm welcome of coffee scenting the air and Graham in pinny already preparing lunch! Jane's wonderfully light and airy studio was full of marvellous things to look at and admire. I had looked forward to my day enormously and wasn't disappointed. From setting the frame to the final tapestry I took home and feeling distinctly proud of myself I can't wait to find a space in my busy life to go back and enjoy it all once again and more! I highly recommend Jane and her talent and my day spent happily and productively on this course. Kirstie Shearer 26th April 2013"

16 Jun 13'

Kathleen Mackintosh reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"What a fantastic fun day in a wonderfull setting . Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop , with excellent facilities a huge choice of material and reference books, every stage was clearly explained and demonstraited . Jane and Graham have really put a huge amount of work into the preparation making sure you are made to feel completely at ease , and always on hand to help out . With the most delicious lunch and coffee and cake to help the creative juices flowing ! ;-)"

16 Jun 13'

Morven Mulgrew reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"I cant recommend this course enough. I arrived cockily thinking I would recreate the bayeux tapestry- its only after trying it for a day you realise how talented she is! Its very tricky but jane eases you in gently, she gives you just the right amount of information for a beginner, so you can come away with something you are proud of. On top of all that, the homemade biscuits and coffee at the beginning, followed by the best lunch I have ever had in a workshop, meant that it was a brilliant day. Fantastic!"