Natural Craftings reviews

29 Nov 17'

Claire milligan reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Had a full day course making a willow stag with Sally Ann. I was quite concerned that I may not be able to do it , I needn't have worried, the teaching and patience of sally ann was just amazing, everything was very well organized, had a fantastic day, and yes the stag looks amazing . Thank you sally ann"

22 Nov 17'

Nicola ogden reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"My friend and I spent a wonderful day with Sally Anne weaving our stags heads and were amazed with the results after only a few hours! Now totally addicted to willow weaving we are going to book another course to weave a complete stag!"

8 Nov 17'

Lisa Richardson reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Myself and two friends spent the day with Sally Anne making small stags and a hare. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and we were thrilled with what we had made in just one day, it didn’t seem possible. Sally Anne is an excellent teacher and shared with us lots of knowledge around her crafts. Barley is also a lovely village with 2 pubs and a cafe on the car park so you can combine your course with a nice lunch. I can’t wait to book on to another course and will definitely be recommending to friends."

6 Nov 17'

Ann Cowell reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Have just returned home after a session with SallyAnne making an obelisk. As a complete beginner was totally unsure what the course would be like. All I can say is that I had a thoroughly enjoyable day. I attended with my friend also a complete novice but with SallyAnnes help and encouragement we both made obelisks that we are very proud of. She is a lovely lady who is extremely passionate about her craft. Nothing was too much trouble and she guided us throughout the whole process. If anyone is thinking of doing a course with SallyAnne but is unsure get yourself booked you will have a great day and also come home with an object you will be pleased to show off to your friends and family. Thank you SallyAnne I hope to come back soon."

24 Oct 17'

Rebecca Andrews reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Sally Anne is a wonderful woman. We had a lovely one to one in a relaxed environment, she answered all of my questions and went above and beyond with assisting me in creating a white willow angel. I can't recommend her enough! I will most certainly be back to create some more beautiful pieces. Thank you again! Rebecca x"

29 Aug 17'

Anne Corbridge reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Today was my fourth course with Sally Ann so I think I am hooked ..... 3 willow products and a felt hare . All have pride of place my Stag is happily decorated in the garden at Christmas and the basket will have bulbs growing in it come the new year my friend has hung the light holders in her concervatory and won't give them back, the hares are used when I make the Easter trail for the grandchildren and are loved! I am a proud crafter with a thirst for more craft days THANK YOU SallyAnn hope to see you soon."

22 Aug 17'

Jan Byrne reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"We had a wonderful time with SallyAnne making a willow garden obelisk. Thank you for tuition, help and encouragement, we thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon and came away with splendid, original willow supports for our gardens."

14 Aug 17'

Peter Murphy reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Sue and I enjoyed a very informative and enjoyable day with SallyAnne making obelisks for the garden. She is an excellent teacher and very patient in explaining the necessary skills and techniques and is very informative in describing the processes used!!"

7 Aug 17'

Sue Howatd reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"My daughter and I have just spent the day with Sally Ann where she taught us how to willow weave and make a stags head. Sally Ann is the most wonderful of teachers, she was soooo thorough and interesting, humourous, patient and kind. Her lemon drizzle cake was perfect too. ? We had the most enjoyable of days where we learnt not just the craft work but also history of the craft and the willow. I can't imagine a course anywhere being so perfect, in every way. A big thank you to Sally Ann for sharing her talent and skills with us. We're hooked and can't wait to come again learn more!"

4 Jun 17'

Mary Allison reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I've just done a half-day course with SallyAnne making a willow light holder for the garden. I had a fantastic time learning something new. SallyAnne is an excellent tutor and the small group size meant we all had help when we needed it. I wish I lived a bit closer so I could do more willow work courses with SallyAnne, but am definitely going to have another go at one of her other willow projects next time I have some time off work. Excellent value for money and loved the cake and cuppa in the break!"

21 May 17'

Maree Showler-Smith reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Such a wonderful day. Loved every minute and so proud of my new skills learnt and the creation of a wonderful stag head! Want to do it all again tomorrow. Sally-Anne is a fab teacher, full of knowledge and helpful tips and ideas. My stag looks amazing, so chuffed to bits with it. Can't wait to sign up again on next weaving day."

21 May 17'

Christine Barber reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Fabulous day today. Thank you so much SallyAnne. Excellent teacher and company. Can't wait until the next one."

27 Mar 17'

Louise Riley reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"My husband and I have just returned from a fantastic day making baskets with SallyAnne. We were both complete beginners, but came home with a lovely, sizable basket each. The pace of the day was perfect, with really good explanation of the techniques and lots of help where needed! Thank you again, we had a great time."

26 Mar 17'

Rosalind Eve reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"What a wonderful day! Sally-Anne immediately put me at ease and very quickly understood what I wanted from the day. I've learned about willow work and not only come away with finished willow balls that I am very proud of but also a multitude of ideas and techniques for the future. In an exquisitely beautiful setting, Sally-Anne was calm, engaging, knowledgeable and encouraging. It was very productive and enjoyable. I'd recommend it to anyone. Thank you Sally-Anne!"

27 Feb 17'

Su Ainsworth reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Sally- Anne really knows her stuff. A great welcome and knowledgeable tutor. I'm so pleased with my basket. Sally-Anne adapted my idea into a wonderful nest for my moorhens to use for their babies."

23 Feb 17'

Barbara Wright reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Thoroughly enjoyed the willow wreath course at Barley on Sunday, which I attended with my friend and sister. I have never done any willow work before, yet came away with a lovely spring wreath which now has pride of place in my conservatory. Sally-Anne is a wonderful teacher, who explains everything so well and is so warm and friendly. I'm going foraging tomorrow to find some dogwood to make another!"

20 Feb 17'

Julie Waterworth reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I attended the Willow Weaving course on Sunday 19th February with my daughter. The course was beyond our expectations. The size of the group was perfect and the level of the teaching was easy to understand and very friendly. The refreshments provided were above and beyond! We were both inspired and motivated by what we saw on the workshop. I don't think you could improve on what was offered. We were rank beginners and yet we came home with a beautiful Spring wreath which is so impressive and professional looking. I would love to attend another course and considered it excellent value for money. Thank you."

20 Feb 17'

Sue Holden reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Last Thursday I attended a Willow Wand workshop at the Crafternoon in Barley. Sally Anne was as always excellent. I have previously made a Willow Angel and also spent a full day before Christmas making a wonderful stag. Sally Anne is the most patient teacher, she is informative and if you think things aren't going quite right, she is very encouraging and gives you the belief you CAN do it. Her courses are excellent value for money too"

27 Jan 17'

Amanda Ackroyd reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I have just spent the most enjoyable and constructive day with Sally-Ann making a beautiful stag, named Tom. Great teaching technique with just the right mix of verbal instruction and physical demos of the various processes required. I would recommend Sally-Ann to anyone serious about making willow weaving their new hobby."

13 Dec 16'

Christine Ryan reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Thank you for such an enjoyable day basket weaving Sally. You were so approachable, informative and helpful, particularly to complete beginners as myself! The pace and instruction were perfect. I never imagined we'd complete a whole basket in a day! The atmosphere was made extra special by the Gathering fields location.....lovely and cozy with a large wood burning stove and fleece blankets for extra warmth if needed. Food was a bonus with a lovely Christmas atmosphere. I would love to do more! Many thanks again I really enjoyed the learning experience and the final basket"

12 Dec 16'

Joanne Jacques reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I attended the angel willow weaving course. The tutor Sally Anne was lovely, well organised, very informative and patient. There was plenty of materials and good quality tools for everyone to use, with the added bonus of homemade refreshments very festive. I would highly recommend her course."

11 Dec 16'

Sue Holden reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Today I attended a workshop to make a Willow Angel with Sally Anne. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Sally Anne is so patient and she explains things really well. The price of the workshops are excellent value for money and include all materials plus fabulous refreshments. Will certainly be booking again"

9 Dec 16'

Joe Gilmour reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"What a lovely day I had on the gypsy basking weaving course with Sally Anne. The course was well organised and very interesting. I have always wanted to try willow weaving, and was not disappointed when I finally got the chance. It is not easy but, with Sally Anne's encouragement and great teaching, I have made a willow basket I am proud of (when I look at it now I still can't believe I made it!)."

4 Dec 16'

Ailsa Bancroft reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Attended the willow lantern workshop at Space2Make in Accrington. Sally-Anne is an excellent tutor . Really pleased with how my lantern turned out. A really good afternoon. Thank you"

1 Dec 16'

Denise Williamson reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"My daughter and I had a brilliant afternoon making willow Angels. Sally-Anne is a very patient and motivating teacher and we each came away with angels we are proud of. The relaxed and comfortable surroundings of Sally-Anne's delightful home added to the pleasure of the afternoon."