Jolene Smith reviews

Nikki reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"I hah a one to one workshop with Jolene. I loved it and worth every penny. An amazing space to work in. Jolene was calm and informative, relaxed and most importantly patient ? I cam away happy I had dabbled with a new skill ( with help) and came away impressed and delighted with my 3 bangles. I will definitely be looking into doing another workshop here. So nice to be back to doing workshop’s again. Thank you so much. Nikki"

Ella Pugh reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"What a fabulous day. Would highly recommend to ANYONE! Jo is an amazing woman, host and teacher. She made us feeling so welcome and made some cakes to die for. Will definitely be returning for many more sessions and laughter ❤️"

Jed reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"I bought this for my Mum for Christmas and went with her to Jolene's lovely studio workshop today. We have a lovely day and made a copper and silver pendant each - Jolene was lovely and warm and took us through all the processes and we were both very chuffed with what we made! A lovely way to spend the day (and Jolene makes excellent brownies!)"

Harry reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Incredible experience, Jolene was so welcoming and an amazing teacher! She gave us totally creative freedom and helped us with every step to create some lovely pieces of jewellery"

Molly reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"I went to this workshop with my boyfriend who had bought it as a Christmas present and we had the best time!! When we arrived, the studio instantly felt like a fun, warm and homely space. There were cosy jumpers laid out for us to borrow, hot drinks ready to go and homemade treats (10/10 for the brownies!!). Jolene is such a warm, lovely, patient teacher and really helps you to bring your ideas to life. The workshop was ran at a really comfortable pace but we learnt so much in the time we were there. I am so excited to show off our creations and I couldn’t recommend this more. Thank you Jolene!!!"

Jaya reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"The best workshop to attend, highly recommend to all! Jolene was so welcoming, an incredible teacher and super patient! Made our first time for jewellery making incredible and fun, a really beautiful experience (especially as a gift to someone special). We personalised our pieces with Jolene's guidance, and we can't wait to wear our new rings and bangles. Truly can't wait to be back for a future workshop. Thanks so much Jolene! Jaya xx"

Sarah Morgan Thomas reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"I did this course with my mom and my aunty, we got it as a christmas present which was such a lovely gift idea. Jolene was kind, informative and patient with all of us, she is a brillaint teacher!! She guided and assisted in a way that allowed us all to do most of the work with our own hands, which made us all feel very accomplished and proud of the end result. We all had the most amazing day together and it was so special, we left feeling like we'd learnt a lot and were eager to do another one!"

Natasha R reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"I bought the earrings and pendant workshop as a gift for my mum’s 60th birthday (instead of tea at The Ritz!). So happy with the decision as mum and I had a great day together, made all the more special by having keepsake jewellery to remind us of the day. Jolene was absolutely lovely from the outset. Prompt communication, flexible with dates and very welcoming and friendly once there. We had no idea what to make but Jolene offered a lot of inspiration. We were made to feel so at home in the workshop, Jolene is a great teacher and very patient! It was a great experience which I’d love to do again. Would highly recommend Jolene’s jewellery workshops."

Rosa reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Got this as gift for my 21st from my boyfriend - had a fab day ! Jolene is lovely and patient, we’ve left with some gorgeous pieces of jewellery too. Would highly recommend"

Saty Parmar reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"What an amazing day we have had! Jolene was so patient and made us feel like we had known her for years, while still being professional and really fun! I can’t fault anything and can’t praise her enough! Please do come and check her out (and her home made brownie were amazing!)"

Antonietta reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"I had an enjoyable time with my girlfriends making a Tree of Life pendant and earrings. Pat Miller was patient and very talented. We had a great time. Love the jewellery I made and I hope you have fun making some too. ?????"

Daisy reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"got this as a present for me and my boyfriend as we both love jewellery and it was amazing! jolene was lovely and a very talented jeweller. looking forward for another excuse to come back! xx"

Linda Heggie reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Jolene gave us a warm welcome to her lovely studio from the very start. Going in as a complete beginner I found learning the skills fascinating. Jolene demonstrated everything very clearly and supported us through the process of making 2 copper and 1 silver bangle, giving guidance as needed. Jolene is so positive, encouraging and fun so we laughed our way through the day as well. And yes her chocolate brownies are every bit as good as people say!! I would highly recommend Jolene’s courses and am certainly considering returning for another. Thank you Jolene for a lovely day ?"

Jolene Smith responded:

"I really enjoyed the day and thank you for a lovely day x"

gillian marriott reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Amazing day, ? Definitely worth doing, Jolene has a wealth of knowledge, but makes it so easy to understand what you are achieving, in an extremely friendly atmosphere, we had two copper and one silver wire to work with, and she is there to guide you every step of the way, yet letting your own creativity produce the final product. This is a must do course for anyone!!!! Not least because of the yummy homemade brownies ??"

Daniela Wright reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"Superb ! My sisters and I had a fabulous day together creating special memories and sentimental pieces of jewellery. Jolene has an inspiring work space which is buzzing with creativity. She demonstrated and explained each step clearly and then guided us through the process when we made our pieces. My children love the very personal pendants I made them which when re-assembled create the three pieces of a heart. Thanks for a great day Jolene, we loved every moment - it was food for the soul! I will be recommending to friends to enjoy this experience."

Jolene Smith responded:

"So lovely to meet you I had a great day too love how you all worked together x"

Brownlee-Williams reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"Three sisters had the most fabulous day which flew by too fast. Jolene was so accommodating and welcoming. The workshop is an Aladdin's cave of treasures with plenty of inspiration and Jolene was a fabulous teacher, host and guide. Wholeheartedly recommend this course and know that any course with Jo would be very fulfilling. I'll certainly be buying friends gift vouchers for this in the future. Thank you for an awesome introduction to silver jewellery making! xx"

Amanda Morgan reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"A fantastic day of learning and fun with a wonderful teacher. Never thought I could do this but Jolene makes it so easy with her step by step directions. She made us all feel at ease during these uncertain times of Covid."

Jolene Smith responded:

"Thank you x"

Adelaide Morgan reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Came with my family as a bubble and had a wonderful time, felt incredibly safe and welcomed. Great activity to do while in these uncertain times, will be returning soon !!!"

Clare reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"I was bought a voucher for my birthday by two friends to attend this course which we did yesterday. What an enjoyable time we had with Jolene. She was very informative extremely patient and helpful in a very relaxed informal atmosphere. We all managed to produce a pendant and earrings which amazingly look great. For a complete novice I would recommend this course it gives you a great sense of satisfaction and achievement whilst having fun at the same time. Thank you again Jolene. Best wishes Clare Julie and Sharon."

Sam Davey reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"What a great day! Jolene is a great teacher of huge experience. My partner bought me a voucher, and Jolene was very helpful when booking. I was with a couple of others and made a fibula-type brooch and complex ring and she was there to help, advising, never taking over. Couldn't recommend her cosy studio more! X"

Rachel Wolffsohn reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Had a fantastic day with Jolene. I bought this course for my mum and me as a Christmas present and we made a bangle each and a shawl pin. It was a lovely day with only 3 people in the group. Lots of flexibility as to what you could do and a range of techniques covered at the level needed to make your preferred piece. Many thanks for a great experience."

Lesley Galpjn reviewed: One-to-One Jewellery making course including wire work (beginners)

"My husband Phil and I wanted a weekend workshop to build on skills we had earlier acquired on a course closer to home. I searched the country for a silversmith with the skills, sympathetic aesthetic and flexibility to work with our requirements. Jolene was so helpful and accommodating. It was simply a joy to work with her for the weekend. Her studio is a warm and welcoming cornucopia of curiosities, filled with found objects, art and her own fabulous pieces. It's a very inspiring space. With her considerable knowledge and experience, Jolene was able to guide us to successful completion of our projects. Her restraint meant that we can fully own the finished pieces - the mark of a very good teacher. So glad we made the journey all the way from Suffolk to work with her."

Charlotte Bailey reviewed: One-to-One Jewellery making course including wire work (beginners)

"Whilst on maternity I feel that I have fallen out of touch creatively, so what an absolutely fantastic gift this was to receive! I'm a complete beginner at jewellery making, yet after this 1:1 workshop with the inspiring Jolene, I am now searching through the internet looking for second hand equipment so that I can set up a bench at home! Jolene's workshop itself is charmingly quaint, dusted with treasures from all over; you find that you're inspired before you even sit down with your first cuppa and biscuit. Throughout the day Jolene filled me with confidence, teaching me different processes and techniques. I especially enjoyed hammering to create texture, and having a go at soldering. You initially work with copper and then move on to using silver once you feel content with using the varied tools. The workshop moves at a pace that you are comfortable with. I created a gorgeous baby bangle for my daughter, and then a bangle for myself. With any other the left over materials we made stacking rings, for myself, which I am yet to take off! Thank you very much Jolene. It was great to spend the day with a like-minded lady, who's passion and talent has inspired me. Take care, Charlie & Bonnie."

Sarah-Jane reviewed: One-to-One Jewellery making course including wire work (beginners)

"What a fantastic experience and great fun to share with my daughter. The quirky, homely and relaxing studio set the scene and Jolene was so knowledgeable and calm it made the whole experience quite therapeutic and very enjoyable for us both. Jolene inspires you with confidence from the start and at the end of the day we both had three lovely pieces to be proud of and take home and show to family and friends. It’s a wonderful gift to give someone of all ages and an ideal excuse for family and friends to get together and do something different. Without doubt we will be going back (we haven’t stopped talking about it since) And as a bonus Jolene makes lovely coffee the best banana bread ever tasted! Thank you so much for a wonderful and memorable day. See you again soon!"

Claire reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Had a brilliant day!!! Jolene was an excellent host and teacher and we were able to go as fast or slow as we wanted. Great new skills ..... I will be going back Thanks"