Basket Making Malvern reviews

Libby Batacanin reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day. I was welcomed and within a few minutes had a hot drink and flapjack. The instructions were very clear and Jonny and Becky were very patient. A lovely hot lunch for a very reasonable price. The day was value for money, I felt proud of my basket though it wasn’t the best of the group. I went with two friends who also enjoyed it. I would certainly consider doing another one sometime in the future."

Pauline Curtis reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"3 of us did this course the hosts John and Becky were very welcoming when we arrived. The day starts with a warm cuppa and cake. Then with lots of help and loads of patience from our hosts we all made a beautiful basket as did all the class. We had a great lunch made by a local supplier and of course followed by more cake. I would say a terrific fun day had well worth the cost. Would certainly recommend for people looking for something different to do."

Sally Turvey reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Lovely day spent with Jonny and Beccy. Was a Xmas present for my daughter. We both thoroughly enjoyed the day and can certainly recommend"

Veronica reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Really enjoyable day. Jon and Becky were excellent teachers and so patient! Can't believe that I brought home such a big basket! Great to learn some baskets techniques. Would recommend this course. "

Jules reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Had a fantastic day, Jonny and Becky are great instructors and I made a very beautiful basket, would highly recommend the course. Thank you "

Emma reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Superb course. Completed a fabulous contemporary shallow basket in a day which would probably retail around £50 in swanky shops. Now I just need to keep my cats out of it. Having help from both Jonny and Becky means you’re never left floundering. A workshop that’s great value for money and expertly taught."

Autumn reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I absolutely loved this full day course for beginners. The workshop is large and it was nice to kick off with cake and a brew, but the best bit was being able to make a huge basket using a variety of different techniques. I came down to the area just for this, and I wish I lived closer, because I'd definitely do further courses. "

Bridget P. reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I spent a wonderful day learning how to make a willow basket. Johnny is a delightful and encouraging teacher who generously guided us along the way, encouraging us and ensuring that we understood each step in the process.. I am delighted with what I made and would love to return. Highly recommended."

Penny reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Had a great day, very informative and also relaxing! Great tutors, great lunch and location and am so happy with my basket! Thanks so much. This was brought for me as a big birthday gift from several friends and it was a lovely thing to do. Highly recommended as a gift or just for yourself. "

Christine Allen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"We both thoroughly enjoyed our day especially as we came home with two baskets. Thank you. Lunch was very tasty. Thank you for all your one to one help too."

Helen Rymer reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Excellent course. Delighted with my finished basket. Great workspace to work in and Jon and Becky are super friendly and helpful. The lunch was delicious. Overall an excellent course and I'm looking to book an advanced courses with them."

Mimi reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"It was excellent. Very well organized. It was a very pleasant day. Becky and Jonny, it was a pleasure to be taught by you. Thank you. "

Jenny Bond reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"An excellent and fun day. Jonny and Becky were patient teachers and gave clear instructions with beautiful baskets as a great result. The lunch was delicious and Becky’s cake yummy! I would love to return!"

Nicola reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"We had an excellent day doing this workshop. Very friendly and relaxed, with great cake! Clear tuition, and manageed to make a basket i was quite proud of. Definately recommend."

Claire reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Becky and Jonny delivered a really brilliant session and I took home a beautiful basket from the day. They were really warm and lovely and explained each step clearly and patiently. Amazing lunch too, Becky bakes a yummy Victoria Sponge cake ? thanks for a really great day."

Mike reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Fun day basket making with Jonny and Becky, both of whom were great teachers. The day started with a warm welcoime, a brew and a home made flapjack. We were then taken through the various different processes involved in weaving a basket from scratch, something I found easier than expected thanks to the great guidance on offer. Jonny and Becky were great hosts with plenty of refreshments on offer; we took our own lunch but very much appreciated the (second) home made cake given to us. I'm really pleased with the basket I've made and would definitely recommend this course to anyone; it's excellent value and a great day out."

Libda reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"It was a well organised course with plenty of time given to each participant"

Sarah reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A really enjoyable course, delivered by knowledgeable basket makers Jonny and Becky. Both were encouraging, helpful and well prepared. I came away with a lovely round basket, which I can't believe I made myself! Highly recommeded."

Chris reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A wonderful day workshop with just the right amount of support, teaching and letting you do things on your own. Created a lovely basket and learned loads of different weaving techniques. Lunch was good too. Jonny and Becky were excellent tutors."

Louise K reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I spent a great day with Jon and Becky yesterday and couldn't quite believe we had made the fantastic baskets in just one day. The course was well paced with just the right amount of help and advice for me as a complete novice. A lovely friendly atmosphere and delicious lunch and cake."

Victoria reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"An absolutely wonderful day of basket weaving - thank you Jonny and Becky for your excellent teaching and patience to introduce us to basket weaving! I bought this as a present for my mum and sister and it definitely lived up to expectations. We all finished the day with a beautiful basket, which we’ll be able to keep for years to come! I highly recommend the course - lovely atmosphere, coffee, and cake. Thank you."

Susan Preece reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"My husband bought this experience for my birthday. I absolutely loved it, the other students were great company and the instructors were excellent, so knowledgeable and helpful. They were interested in every person on the course, provided an excellent lunch and even baked a cake for the event. I came away with a huge basket which I didn't expect(I thought we would do something small) its not perfect but has rustic charm. I would recommend this course to anyone. Thank you for a wonderful day which I will be reminded of everytime I see my lovely basket."

Catherine Brampton reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I had such a wonderful day and I am really proud of the basket I made. I would highly recommend this course as a beginner. Lovely food and great company also ?"

Basket Making Malvern responded:

"We are both really pleased to hear you enjoyed the day Catherine. It was great that you joined the group and your basket was brilliant. Thanks again Jonny and Becky"

linda baker reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A thoroughly enjoyable, good fun day. Warm welcome from Jonny & Becky as we arrived at their beautiful Worcestershire countryside home. Homemade flapjacks and hot drinks were waiting for us. Spacious craft studio for us to work in with access to drinks all day ( I do like a cup of tea when I am working). Tuition was superb, group and one to one, with Jonny and Becky working with everyone. I was nervous to start with as I had never done basket weaving before, I needn't have been, everything was demonstrated and explained clearly through out. Time flew, and I found myself very chilled and relaxed as I was totally absorbed in what I was doing. I would absolutely recommend booking lunch as it was delicious. We sat on the balcony patio enjoying the amazing views surrounding the house. Becky mustered us all back to work after lunch (it was glorious sunshine and after eating Becky's homemade cake as dessert I think a fair few of us were ready to stay in the sunshine). The afternoon whizzed by as we continued with our weaving. By 430pm we all had constructed the most amazing baskets. I have a new found respect for wicker basket makers and a couple of blisters on my thumbs in sympathy for their trade. I would highly recommend this course, it is a good fun day out, I leant new skills, gained a knowledge on willow and had a fun time with Jonny, Becky and the rest of the weavers on the course. I love my basket and couldn't wait to show it off when I got home to the family, who I will admit were surprised by just how good it is."

Basket Making Malvern responded:

"Thank you Linda, that's lovely to hear. We both really enjoyed working with you and think you all made fantastic baskets. It was great to meet you and thanks so much for coming to us. Jonny and Becky"

Christine reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I received this course from my husband as a Christmas present and really enjoyed every minute of it. The day was very well organised yet relaxed, and instructions were clear and easy to follow. Jon and Becky gave us individual help and encouragement, and the confidence to produce quite a large and attractive circular basket by the end of the day. Lunch (homemade quiche and salads) was really tasty and enjoyable and gave us all the chance to chat informally. The homemade coffee and walnut cake and flapjack which accompanied the frequent cups of coffee and tea were also much appreciated. It was an excellent day in all ways and lovely to have such a useful and attractive basket to remind me of time spent in Jon and Becky's workshop. I would thoroughly recommend the course to everyone."