Rachel Davies Studio reviews

Sharon reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"Rachel's courses are a wonderful way to spend a day. Very relaxed with like minded people. Rachel's is an inspirational tutor who floats ideas and tips whilst always been enthusiastic about your own creations. Would highly recommend you treat yourself or a friend to one of these lovely days "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Sharon, thankyou very much for this lovely review, its so appreciated. Im really glad you enjoyed your day. Your book cover is lovely. Very best wishes, Rachel "

Andrea reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"I really enjoy Rachel’s workshops. She always puts in much thought and preparation for her different workshops and her own work is beautiful and ideas very inspiring, taking time to help everyone individually. All you could need for the day is there. Bunbury Mill a beautiful location too. Would highly recommend. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Andrea, Thankyou so much for the 5 star review, its so helpful. And yes I do strive to ensure everything is there for peopple to use, they really only need to turn up with their lunch.I feel very lucky to use the Mill it's such a special place, and I love sharing it. Looking forward to seeing you in March at my Worn Well workshop. Very best wishes, Rachel"

Ann Wall reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"This was a wonderful course, carefully thought through with everything we needed. Rachel takes care of everyone gently encouraging and suggesting interesting ways forward. She is an amazing lady. Bunbury mill is a beautiful tranquil setting for such a course. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Thankyou Ann for your lovely comments they are much appreciated, Im so glad you enjoyed the day. Your book cover is so unique and beautifully stitched. Many thanks , Rachel "

Debs reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"Another fabulous day with Rachel. Lots of ideas and support for beginners and improvers alike. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Debs, So glad you had a great day. I really enjoyed it too and I really loved seeing how different everyones work was. Very best wishes, Rachel "

Diane reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"Another great day with Rachel. Her courses are really inspiring both for the experienced and novice like me. So good I’ve booked onto another course. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Diane, thankyou for such nice comments and Im so glad you are enjoying the workshops. Your work looked lovely. I do appreciate your conyinued support thankyou so much, very best wishes, Rachel "

Joy Morris reviewed: Cosy covers: hand embroidery with Rachel Davies.

"As always with Rachel’s courses it was a wonderful day with great people. Rachel puts in amazing preparation and gives brilliant instructions taking time and giving everyone personal attention. Can’t recommend highly enough. Plus Bunbury Mill is a lovely location. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Joy, thankyou so so much for the lovely review, its so thoughtful of you. I had a lovely day with you all, and yes arent we lucky , the mill is such a beautiful and peaceful location. Very best wishes, Rachel "

Andrea reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"Rachel is an excellent teacher. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Always well prepared with everything and more that you require for the workshop. Rachel always makes sure everyone is confident and has completed each stage before moving onto the next stage. Rachel is very talented and her work very inspiring. Very enjoyable. "

Linda Baron reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"A warm welcome with lots of tea, coffee and chocolate biscuits. Everything you could possibly need was provided and prepared ready to use. Rachel is an excellent teacher and creates a very relaxed environment. Also a beautiful venue at Bunbury mill. Worth every penny. Thank you "

Michelle Earlam reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had a super time doing this workshop. Rachel is a great teacher and I always learn lots of new techniques to try on other projects"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Michelle, thankyou so much for the lovely review, it means a great deal. And its so good seeing you taking something weve done and making it your own in your other projects! Very best wishes, Rachel"

Brenda Hunt reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Lovely, friendly, beautifully organised workshop. Thoroughly enjoyed it and delighted with the result."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Brenda, thankyou so much for your 5 star review, it is very much appreciated. Im so glad you had a lovely day. Very best wishes, Rachel"

Andrea reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I enjoyed Rachel’s Visible Mending workshop so much, I signed up for her Flower Patch workshop too. Rachel is an excellent, encouraging teacher. Very well planned workshops, well paced. Rachel happy to answer all queries and had time for everyone. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Plenty of resources. Rachel is extremely talented and her own work very inspiring. Bunbury Mill and surroundings beautiful too. Have booked onto another workshop already! "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Andrea, thankyou very much for the lovely review. Im so pleased youve discovered Bunbury Mill and enjoyed Flower patch. Thankyou for the comments, they are so appreciated, I spend a lot of time planning days that ensure everyone sews at their own pace and equally , that they go home with something they are really pleased with., your flower patch looked so good! Very best wishes, Rachel"

Diane reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Great workshop. Lovely encouraging teacher and wonderful location. So good that I’ve booked another course."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Diane, it was lovely to meet you on Saturday, and thankyou very very much for the 5 star reveiw. Im so glad you enjoyed everything, very best wishes, Rachel "

Joy Morris reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Rachel obviously puts a great deal of preparation into a course. Every part of the day was thoroughly explained and a delight to do. A very friendly atmosphere with plenty of refreshments when you wanted them. The patch I made will be added to a jacket. I’ll certainly look for further courses with Rachel Davies. "

Alison Wilkinson reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Wow, such a fantastic day. Rachel guided us through each step and supplied us with endless refreshments. I've done a few of Rachel's workshops and have never been disappointed. Would highly recommend. Thank you for a brilliant day."

Sharon & Sallyann reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"We had such a lovely time with Rachel, a very well organised day and so relaxed and we all came a way with a completed project. Would thoroughly recommend a workshop with Rachel to seasoned and new crafters alike."

Julie reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"This was my first workshop with Rachel. I was very impressed with the way Rachel explained all tasks with demonstrations along the way. The group were great to work alongside and I'm delighted with my finished project. Lovely surroundings , conducive to a creative day. I will definitely attend another workshop. Thank you Rachel "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Julie, thankyou so much for your review, I do really appreciate it. Yes its a beautiful place to hold workshops, and I'm so glad you had a good time. Your finished Secret garden is absolutely lovely. Hope to see you again, very best wishes, Rachel."

Brenda Hunt reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"This was a delightful course which I thoroughly enjoyed. Rachel is an excellent teacher, her courses are very well prepared and everything that you could possibly need is provided. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Brenda, thankyou very much for the lovely review. Im so glad you enjoyed creating the woollen pieces. You stitching is so accurate , they looked wonderful. Very best wishes, Rachel"

Harky reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"We really enjoyed the day, Rachel provided us with everything we needed, Rachel is a great teacher and very helpful, she gave us clear instructions and made sure we all knew what we were doing. We made some unique and beautiful accessories. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Harky, thankyou so much for taking the time to write a review and give it 5 stars. I do really apprecaite it. Im so glad you enjoyed the day. very best wishes, Rachel"

Jill reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day making woollen florals with Rachel. The day was relaxing and informative. The instruction was clear and Rachel takes time with everyone to ensure that we all understood and we all ended up with really lovely pieces to take home. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Jill, thankyou very much indeed for your review. I really appreciate it, and its great to hear that you felt it was all clear. Your floral pieces look gorgeous, and very unique.Many thanks, very best wishes, Rachel"

Joy Morris reviewed: Woollen Florals with Rachel Davies

"Extremely well prepared course with everything provided. Rachel is an excellent tutor and explained each step. She spent time with everyone and made it a thoroughly enjoyable day. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Joy, thankyou so much for the lovely review, Im so glad you enjoyed the day. The brooch you made has come out beautifully. Thankyou , Rachel"

Debs reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"I love Rachel's courses. Her ideas are inspiring and everyone is supported at the level they need. Already booked the next one!!"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Debs, thankyou so much for your lovely review, each one means so much. In fact this 5 star review from you has now taken me up to platinum level teaching with Craft Courses! So thankyou so much. Very best wishes, Rachel."

Kate mitchyn reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"Had course as a Christmas present from my husband and what a lovely one it was. I had a brilliant time. Rachel is so welcoming, explaining everything in detail step by step. All course materials were provided even down to the bead needle being threaded for you. No question felt like a stupid one and Rachel was full of advice to add extra details to your work. Well worth the cost, in a beautiful settling with a tutor who was very well prepared and is a lovely person. I will certainly be doing some courses in the future. Thank you Rachel was a fantastic introduction to a type of embroidery that I have never done before."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Kate, thankyou so much for your lovely review.I always go through the whole workshop in my head to consider where there might be aspects where anyone might struggle, so yes, beading needles can be fiddly! Thankyou for noticing! Im so glad you enjoyed your day. I do really look forward to seeing you again. There is a workshop each month for 2025 from Feb through to June, so lots to choose from. thankyou again . Very best wishes, Rachel"

Stephanie reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had a super time on the course, Rachel is so welcoming and made every step easy to follow.. She was very encouraging and I came home with a lovely piece of work. I definitely will do more of Rachel’s courses."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Stephanie, Thankyou for your lovely review, I do appreciate it. Your finished canvas looked wonderful, and Im glad you enjoyed it..thankyou again...very best wishes, Rachel"

Irene reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I was intrigued by the union of painting and embroidery so I booked onto this workshop. Rachel's own practice evidences her expertise and amazing skills and, importantly for a workshop, Rachel is able to teach gently to novices and keenly to experienced participants. On arrival, my workstation was set out with all that I would need. I was welcomed with coffee and smiles and refreshments were available throughout the workshop, (cake to die for!). There were abundant resources and appropriate equipment. Rachel demonstrated techniques clearly, paced her teaching well and supporting everyone's individual, creative responses. I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop; learning new skills and chatting to participants with similar interests. The day flew by! I now have a lovely painted and stitched patch to frame or applique to a garment or bag. I have signed up for two more of Rachel's courses. Rachel has a superb creative gift that she can share with patience, clarity, genuine encouragement and joy. Thank you so much Rachel and all the participants who were so friendly. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Irene, hello , and thankyou so much for your lovely review. It does mean an awful lot , and I really do want everyone to feel welcomed, relaxed and always feel comfortable to work at their own pace. Im really glad you enjoyed it so much, your piece is so successful. I look forward to seeing you again, very best wishes, Rachel"

Judi Pitcher reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I did the flower patch workshop, last Saturday “, with Rachel . An absolutely perfect day ! Rachel is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable and passed this on to us in a very relaxed way. We all came away with a lovely piece of work , all different; but all wonderful. We made beautiful flower patches that can be used to embellish a piece of clothing or bag. There was plenty of coffee and cake; all set in a beautiful surrounding; at Bunbury Mill . PERFECT ; thank you xx .. on top of this workshop I have just been to a talk/presentation, delivered by Rachel, called “ How Textiles tell stories “ . Interesting and enthralling. Well worth attending ..thank you Rachel xx Judi "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Judi, thankyou very much for your lovely review, Im so glad you had such a good time. The embroidery you did was lovely and as you say, very personal. The Mill is a wonderful location for workshops, I feel privileged to teach from there,thankyou again , very best wishes, Rachel"