La Di Da Interiors & Gifts reviews

20 Mar 17'

Ann wilson reviewed: Annie Sloan Techniques for Colour & Style in Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - Advanced

"Very interesting and informative. I came home with more work planned than originally intended. All was clearly explained. I did consider staying on for the afternoon session but felt it would be better to make use of the detail gained in the morning and will look forward to attending that course at a later date. Thank you very much."

20 Mar 17'

Laura Bond reviewed: Annie Sloan Techniques for Colour & Style in Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - Advanced

"I really enjoyed the course, it was great to meet like minded creative people. Due to the versatility of the paint attending the workshop is quite inspirational and you come away with so many ideas for what can be done. I can't wait to attend the second workshop and expand on what Steph has shown me so far."

15 Mar 17'

Katie reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"Great day, everything explained well. Can wait to get started on my own chairs."

3 Mar 17'

Fiona Young reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"Had a really fun, busy and relaxing day with my Mum learning all about painting and upholstery with Annie Sloane paint and fabrics. Steph is a very knowledgeable, patient and lovely lady. We both loved our chairs at the end of a brilliant course."

22 Feb 17'

Philippa Rogers reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"I am so glad I chose to do this course! Steph is the oracle of all things Chalk Paint - if you're looking to learn about furniture up-cycling, different painting techniques, waxing, craqueleur, decoupage, tips and tricks, dos and don'ts - look no further. Thank you Steph for a thoroughly enjoyable day - lots of fun, you make a great tutor and ambassador to the Annie Sloan method! Great little shop too!"

19 Feb 17'

sarah buck reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"As a complete beginner this workshop was good, it gave me some ideas and I learnt you can pretty much paint anything including shoes!"

18 Feb 17'

Alison Osborne reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"A brilliant course very well run by Steph. I learnt much more than I expected to and would highly recommend it."

18 Feb 17'

Aude Espinasse reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"What a lovely day we have had! A great course, with lots of techniques and ideas to get started using the Annie Sloane product range, topped off by Steph's friendly and knowledgeable guidance. Thank you so much - Can't wait to get started putting it all into practice!"

10 Feb 17'

Wendy Davis reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"A brilliant experience. Steph is friendly, good fun and very supportive. Everything is well prepared and I really did learn how to upcycle a vintage chair. Steph patiently guided us through every stage from using Annie Sloan paint (as good as it says on the tin!), through stripping back the padded seat to it's basic wooden frame to a complete re-upholster. Great setting, good company, good food and removing staples from the old seat even provided an unexpectedly good physical workout. Loved everything. Oh yes... and my chair looks just fantastic!"

30 Jan 17'

Kirsty Locke reviewed: Annie Sloan Techniques for Colour & Style in Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - Advanced

"Really enjoyed my afternoon learning how to use gold leaf, furthering the decoupage and image transfer technique and blending colours with stenciling. Thanks Steph for a superb course!"

7 Nov 16'

Kirsty Locke reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"A really great course which has given me the confidence to start painting my own furniture. I found the distressing technique helpful and will definitely experiment layering two colours in the future. A lot of information into the paints and techniques was provided and I had not realised how many waxes there are and the very different looks you can achieve by changing wax. A great course to inspire and give you the confidence to get going!"

6 Nov 16'

Judith Norwood reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"Very well presented and instructed by Steph. Now inspired to "up-cycle" my Ducal furniture. Met some like minded folk with whom I will keep in touch and we are going to swop furniture that we don't need. Will keep in touch with Steph. and her La-di-da interiors shop and purchase more products for decorating my new kitchen. Very happy thank you."

6 Nov 16'

Krysia Eddery reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"Been wanting to do this course for over a year and have lots of projects in our new house. So glad I did this course it's really shown me how to maximise the use of Annie Sloan paint... Thank you so much..."

1 Nov 16'

Louise Wells reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"Love the courses at La Di Da, they provide a great environment to learn the techniques in. Steph is friendly and professional in her approach. I have learnt loads and really enjoyed being able to find my creative spirit again."

1 Nov 16'

Elise Taylor reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"I knew nothing about Annie Sloan Chalk Paint before the course. The course was great and gave all the basics to get started! Now I just need to convince hubby to let me paint our furniture!"

1 Nov 16'

Sue Canavan reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"I had looked at the adverts for this course a number of times before finally deciding to give it a go, and boy am I glad I did. It is ideal for anyone new to upcycling as it not only teaches you the techniques you need to know, but also the short cuts, Steph is more than happy to share her wealth of knowledge during the morning. On the course I attended we seemed to spend most of our time having "light bulb moments" as our eyes were opened to just what could be achieved with Annie Sloan products. I would thoroughly recommend this course"

1 Nov 16'

Sophie reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"Steph, the gregarious and charming proprietor of La Di Da in Andover, is a wonderful font of knowledge on Annie Sloan and up cycling in general. The course I attended was relaxed, friendly and informative. I had a great day and look forward to the next one."

1 Nov 16'

Eleanor Jakeman reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"I didn't know quite what to expect when I signed up for a whole day renovating a chair but the transformation that we all achieved with these rather sad looking, unloved chairs was quite magical! The day flew by and Steph was on hand with step by step help and encouragement as well as keeping us supplied with drinks, snacks and lunch. The old nails and original upholstery had definitely seen better days and really needed consigning to the rubbish bin. The materials we were given were a joy to work with and I could not believe how easy the Annie Sloan paint was to use. I learnt so much and it has given me the confidence to have a go at painting and reupholstering another two unloved chairs that I have at home. A fabulously rewarding, busy but fun day and one I would thoroughly recommend."

1 Nov 16'

Chris Levoi reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"With so many lovely wooden chairs looking unloved, this course is perfect to not only transform them with the gorgeous choices of Annie Sloan paint but also to reupholster any seats etc! Steph guides you through the whole process - so a full on but rewarding day - so you can take your learnings and confidently tackle your chair renovations!"

1 Nov 16'

Rachel Cave reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"Stephanie was a superb teacher and I loved my intro to Annie Sloan painting techniques. Following on from the course I have gone on to do several projects. I'd recommend anyone to this course for those who like me love restoring furniture but needed to know some techniques or if you just fancy trying something new! Sadly as I am moving I wont be able to come back to any courses with Stephanie but she was a great teacher and her business at La Di Da is certainly a success!"

1 Nov 16'

Stu Briggs reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"A fantastical informative & fun way to learn about & practice the modern art of furniture up-cycling."

1 Nov 16'

Sue Canavan reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"I have always wanted to try my hand at upholstery and being a recent convert to Annie Sloan paints this seemed the perfect course for me. The course was a full day, but the time flew by with Steph keeping us supplied with drinks, snacks and lunch as we went along. Steph took us through step by step what we needed to do and was hands on helping where needed (some of the old nails and tacks are hard to shift!!). It was lovely to be able to transform and old chair and see it come back to life in your own hands. The day was very hands on, but such fun, I really would recommend to anyone."