Mya Designs reviews

7 Mar 23'

Hayley reviewed: Mono Screen Printing Workshop

"Fantastic screen printing workshop! Kami was welcoming, encouraging, and extremely knowledgable. I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook this course as I know I’d learn something new every time. I’ve also never met Kami before, but it was like spending the morning with a friend. Would actually make a lovely Mother’s Day gift as Kami offers different types of workshops. Thanks again Kami, still inspired :) x"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hayley, thanks for coming to the workshop and a lovely review. When you came I could see that you had almost given up on screen printing so I'm glad we had a good chat to resolve some issues you were having. It was great to see your face light up with some successful prints and lots of practice. I hope it has inspired you to explore and continue making your own lovely designs come true. Take care :)"

12 Jan 23'

Amanda reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Had a fantastic day with my 13 year old son on Kami’s beginners silversmith course. Kami’s enthusiasm was contagious and the course was so engaging. My son made a surf board pendant and is wearing it with pride. He’s also saving for the equipment he will need to make this skill a hobby of his own. Thanks Kami! A special day of making memories. Would totally recommend this course. "

Mya Designs responded:

"Aww, bless ya for such a lovely review. You certainly got stuck into it and had a look at a range of tools and other alternatives you can use that are cheap and readily available. I must say you did great with sawing and texturing, it all takes time and lots of practice to get it right. Beautiful pieces you both made. I can see Max has already got a birthday list of tools he wants as gifts. Wishing him all the success in his new creative hobby :) Try lots of other crafts too, they're all so much fun!"

9 Jan 23'

Seema Mishra reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop, Madeley, Cheshire

"Kami is the most amazing teacher one can have. She not only teaches you stuff pertaining to the course but she teaches you small hacks which help you as a beginner. She shows you how you don’t need investing in a whole of equipment when simple kitchen stuff can be used for the same. I can’t thank her enough! I am so looking forward for more workshops with her. Thank you Kami and God bless!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Heya Seema, In my workshops there are plenty of tools to use and discuss uses for your experience but you don't need to invest in too many to kickstart your business, I'm so glad you can now incorporate new techniques to your personal designs. You were very focussed on each aspect I taught you which is brilliant, and a good idea it to keep a small notebook of simple designs, gauges of wire and measurements used for if you need to make parts regularly such as ear wires and findings. You could even try some classes more locally for other techniques to add to your skills set. Thanks again for attending the course and keep on creating :) "

8 Jan 23'

Seema Mishra reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop, Madeley, Cheshire

"Thank you Kami It’s been a wonderful experience! I am so looking forward for more working sessions with you. You are a professional Jeweller and the best teacher one can have. I have felt at home and very comfortable around your ways of teaching. I wish teachers were as selfless as you and taught students selflessly. I truly wish you all the success in your ventures. God bless !"

Mya Designs responded:

"Thank you so much for a lovely review, Seema. Your skills definitely improved throughout the sessions as there was so much to learn from types of tools, thicknesses of wire depending on your project. to making different types of ear wires from the French hook to a swirly stud. It was good to break the session up to learn different techniques from dainty wire wrap with seed beads to annealing and hammering a rich texture on much heavier gauge wire. It has been a pleasure to teach you and so glad you came with lots of enthusiasm. Let me know how you get on with finishing your projects. I love all the things you made here :) Take care and hope your journey home was smooth xx"

12 Dec 22'

Sophie reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Kami was so kind and welcoming! Made everything very easy and fun. Would highly recommend doing a class with her!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Sophie, it was great to see you taking notes and asking lots of really useful questions on basic tools and techniques to get your own business up and running. Your pendant was made very thoughtfully and sensitively showing how much you care about the final outcome, hope he loves it. So glad you got home safely too. Wishing you an awesome Christmas break and a wonderful new year :)"

29 Nov 22'

Stuart Connick reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop, Madeley, Cheshire

"We had a wonderful time with Kami making our very own jewellery. She’s a fantastic teacher, helping us to understand the different techniques involved, and giving us complete creative freedom to design our pieces. We were really proud of what we made. She also has lovely cats! Would absolutely recommend!"

Mya Designs responded:

"What a nice birthday surprise workshop you arranged. I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed it and you guys really got stuck into it. I love the jewellery you made, both very different in technique and style. Thanks so much for a lovely review and hope you get to enjoy lots of different crafts in the coming year. Take care guys :)"

27 Sep 22'

Sophie reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Absolutely amazing course, I would definitely recommend it to anyone! Kami was lovely and great at explaining how to do everything and tailoring the course to you!"

Mya Designs responded:

"It was lovely to meet you, Sophie and I love the style of rings you made, from simple to twisted to a more complex style. You did really well with using the tool and hope it all helps towards your uni course too!. Thanks so much for an awesome review and hope you'll return in the future to try a different craft with me! Take care :)"

22 Sep 22'

Debra Purnell reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Attended with my sister, complete novices !! Had a great afternoon, relaxed, comfortable and calm environment, we both enjoyed the course and we will be staying in touch Kami for advice, support and friendship !! Thank you Kami!!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Debra, Thanks for a great review! It was great to meet you and your sister and you both made some lovely jewellery pieces, some easy and some more challenging. but hopefully you've learnt some new skills and techniques and basic tools you need to get started. Yes, do look out for any new crafts I will be setting up in the near future. Best of luck to you with your new hobby. xxxx"

21 Sep 22'

Fiona shone reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Kami is an excellent teacher, I had a great afternoon learning how to work with silver, kami gave me loads of clear instructions and did not take over. I came away with 2 rings and have now placed an order on eBay to continue trying!! Thank you Kami ?"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Fiona, thanks for a lovely review. It was great to see you already had some skills with jewellery making and showed me this with the beautiful details you added to your ring design. I'm so glad to hear that it has inspired you to continue being creative and can't wait to see what you make next! Wishing you all the best :) "

23 Aug 22'

Nicola reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop, Madeley, Cheshire

"Thank you so much for the wonderful course. You made it so special with a little gift and even some party rings - what a great way to celebrate our big birthdays togther. Patient, informative, encouraging - this workshop is ideal for anyone looking to reinvigorate themselves, relax and learn a new skill"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hello Nicola, It was lovely to meet you and your friend who came to celebrate your birthdays and friendship together. I'm so glad you appreciated the sixpence with your year of birth on it. For beginners you really worked hard at getting the hang of working with different thicknesses of wires and beads, hammering and texturing your pieces and I love your finished bangles. Thanks so much for a lovely feedback too. Take care, Kami :)"

7 Aug 22'

Christine reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop, Madeley, Cheshire

"This is an amazing learning experience. Kamsi clearly knows her craft and has the experience and patience to pass on what she knows. Very thorough going through everything from the best tools to levels of difficulty. I am really pleased with my progress today, I have learnt so much more than by watching a video. I will be returning to upgrade my skills and try something new. A highly recommended course. Thank you"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Christine, thanks for a lovely review and it's been a pleasure to teach you. I'm so glad you found the techniques useful learning to curl and form the wire to wrap around the lovely gemstone you had with you. I can definitely see an improvement from the original picture you sent me. I love your final piece especially with the 3 sizes of coils you used around the bail, bringing delicacy and balance against the larger stone, beautiful combination! Thanks so much for coming to my workshop and hope your journey home was smooth. xxxx"

24 May 22'

Barbara Francis reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"My sister and I had a lovely day with Kami. She is so knowledgeable about the techniques, and an excellent teacher. We made a couple of lovely pendants each, using family heirloom stones, so that meant a lot to us. Thank you for such a rewarding experience."

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Barbara and Gill, thanks so much for coming to the workshop and glad to hear you enjoyed it. Wire wrapping stones is a bit of a tricky business but you did amazing using the wire coiling gadget, rolling mill and a whole range of pliers, cutters and mandrels! I love your finished jewellery pieces, each one is unique and wonderful! I hope you'll continue to try other types of workshops to learn about different crafts. Thanks again for a lovely review too :)"

18 May 22'

Bev reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"We had a wonderful afternoon with Kami, she’s so knowledgable about all the techniques and we created completely different pieces. Thanks so much!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Bev and Phil Congratulations on your wedding anniversary. I'm so glad you chose to do a course with me as part of your celebration and to hear you thoroughly enjoyed it. Phil was in his element starting from scratch to make a copper ring and getting to grips with the anvil! And your gemstone and wire wrapped earrings are so good that I hope you continue to make other wire creations. Thanks so much for a lovely review too ? Thanks very much"

28 Apr 22'

Rach reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Kamsi was so friendly and helpful. She made lots of effort before and after the workshop to ensure I got the most out of it. I love the ring I made and I'm excited to use my new skills. Thanks so much."

Mya Designs responded:

"Heya Rachel, So glad to help you with soldering skills and techniques so you can apply them to your courses with your learners. It was great to know you are already talented with jewellery making and lovely to see your scrap pieces to experiment soldering with. I adore the ring you made, simple beautiful and thoughtfully designed. Thanks for choosing one of my workshops :)"

24 Apr 22'

Tom Robertshaw reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Had an amazing time experimenting with metals and making jewellery. Kamsi was really friendly and helpful and had so much variety in what we could make! We came away with an amazing ring and necklace pendant that we never would have imagined was possible before going into the session. 100% recommend Kamsi's jewellery making course!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Guys, you did amazing! I'm impressed with how quickly you both picked up the skills after practicing mark making on copper first, hammering, sawing, punching, using a rolling mill, filing, polishing and all sorts! So glad you enjoyed the experience and happy to have you back anytime. Hope you have some lovely memories of the day with the photos I sent to help remind you. Thanks so much for a lovely review too! xx :)"

6 Mar 22'

Tony reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"If you want to learn how to make unique and distinctive silver jewellery, this is an excellent starting point. Kami is enthusiastic and knowledgeable in the art and techniques of working precious metals (and many other crafts) and will lead and encourage you to make something unique to you. In the process you will learn how to shape silver through rolling and forming, how to make strong solder joints and how to bring your creation to a bright and polished finish. This is a very hands-on course and the time passes quickly, whether you make a ring, a pendant or something else you will go away with your creation and an appreciation of the tools and skills needed to make more. Highly enjoyable and recommended."

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Tony, So glad you enjoyed your workshop gift from your wife, June. It was great to see that you were so enthusiastic to try lots of techniques along the way and chose just the perfect style that you would wear. A bonus point was that you applied knowledge of other soldering techniques you use at work so understood the importance of working in tiny amounts. I love your ring and, yes, time flies by and I do hope you continue with this craft. If you need any help or want to know where to buy things, just send me a text !! So proud of your achievement and thanks for a lovely review and recommendation."

11 Feb 22'

Lorraine (and Judy) reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Me and my friend had a fabulous afternoon and both came away from our session having made two beautiful rings. Kami is a great teacher, very kind, helpful and encouraging. Nothing was too much bother for her. Thank you so much Kami, we would highly recommend you to anyone interested in having a go at silversmithing."

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Lorraine, Thank you for a lovely review. I'm so glad you enjoyed learning some of the techniques involved in making your ring. It's beautiful and suits you! You're most welcome to come and join me for other crafts you'd like to explore. Looking forward to meeting you again in the future. Take care Kami xx"

10 Feb 22'

Judy Rathbone reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Kami is a patient and encouraging teacher and we were able to try out a range of different silver smithing techniques. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience with the added bonus of a lovely piece of jewellery to take away! I would fully recommend"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hiya Judy, Thanks for the lovely review. I'm so glad you enjoyed learning some techniques such as making silver balls as well as hammering, texturing and polishing your ring using a range of tools. Your ring is awesome and so well made and hope it makes for some happy memories for you and your friend. You're most welcome anytime and it's been a pleasure to meet you too. x"

6 Feb 22'

Susan reviewed: Macrame keychain Workshop

"Kami is such an amazing person. I was unsure whether I would be able to do the craft and she was patient with me and showing me everything step by step. I was thrilled with what I made and can't wait to do more macrame at home. I will definitely be signing up for some of Kami's other courses. Thanks to Kami for a wonderful time and a new hobby."

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Susan, Thanks so much for a wonderful review. It was so lovely to meet you too. lYou did amazing with the keyrings you made and it didn't take you long to pick up the skills. I hope you enjoy making another couple at home with the additional resources. I totally look forward to meeting you again soon for some more creative workshops. Take care now xx"

23 Dec 21'

Fin reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Kami is an amazing person! Truly loved making our rings - she goes through the making process in a lot of detail and even helped us in extra time to finish off our rings. Would recommend to any looking for a cute date night! Fin and Sophie :)"

Mya Designs responded:

"Fin and Sophie, Thanks so much for your lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your gift experience and love your final rings, amazing! I hope you will join me again in the future for more creative workshops. Wishing you guys an awesome new year. Take care :)"

11 Dec 21'

NICK reviewed: Mono Screen Printing Workshop

"A friend and I went on a screen printing course to learn a new skill. It was a lot of fun and we got to take away lots of tips and tricks from Kami. As much tea, coffee and biscuits as you could eat and a really educational and enjoyable afternoon. Plus we met the cats! I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn how to screenprint!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey guys, thanks for a lovely review. So glad you both enjoyed the workshop and chose a technique that suits your image and media. I love the crisp solid finish you achieved for your prints and they looked amazing! Shout up if you need any more tips :)"

8 Dec 21'

Laura reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"As Polly says above, Kami is a lovely person: she’s enthusiastic, caring and interested in her students. We had a great time, with Kami supporting us to turn our very vague ideas into beautiful reality. She was able to accommodate two people doing very different things and using two different sets of skills and stayed attentive to us the whole time. We’ve definitely got the jewellery making bug and that’s Kami’s doing! Thank you Kami!"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Laura, thanks so much for coming to the workshop and glad you had some ideas of what you wanted to make and happy to be guided through the stages. Both of your pieces are fabulous! Thanks for a lovely review too :)"

30 Nov 21'

Jessica Bates reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"We had a really good time at the workshop with Kami. She was so welcoming. The workshop was interesting, Kami was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of opportunities to try out different techniques. We made some beautiful rings. I would definitely do the workshop again to make something different"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Jessica, thanks for a lovely review. So glad you both tried various techniques for your jewellery and they look awesome! :)"

12 Nov 21'

Nicole & Phil reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Really enjoyed this class. My partner joined me we both made a gorgeous ring each, Kimi was brilliant and explained and guided us through the process really well and gave us lots of options & ideas of what style we wanted to craft. Hoping to do a pottery class with her next time. Highly recommend :)"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Nicole, thanks for a lovely review. You both did amazing and understood there's quite a lot of different skills involved in making your rings come to life. I'm so proud of how well you both did with all of the tasks you needed to carry out. Both yours and Phil's rings looked amazing! Thanks for joining me and I will send you a list of tools and equipment so you can continue with silversmithing at home :)"

24 Oct 21'

Anthony Loveless reviewed: Beginners silversmithing workshop

"Really great course taught very well for beginners. Kami is very welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone looking into this sort of activity."

Mya Designs responded:

"Hi Anthony, Thanks so much for your review. I am impressed with how well you handled each part of the process and once shown you picked up the skills really quickly! I love the texture you used and personalisation with stamping. Hopefully see you in the future for any other crafts you might be interested in :)"