Rachel Davies Studio reviews

13 Oct 24'

Debs reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Another excellent course with Rachel. She is knowledable, skilled and creative, giving just the right balance between instruction, support and freedom. I had booked my next course with Rachel before this one had even finished!!"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hello Debs, thankyou so much for this lovely review. You are so supportive of my workshops, and Im so happy you enjoy them so much, very best wishes, Rachel"

13 Oct 24'

Mel Pierce reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Had a wonderful relaxing day crafting with like minded people. Rachel splits the course into easy to understand stages and guides you through each technic . She is extremely encouraging and helpful. No question is a wrong question . With her tutoring everyone was able to produce a piece of work to be proud of . I had not embroidered for a while and found it easy going , even mastering my first ever French knots . An amazing teacher and would highly recommend her course to friends and family. Thank you Rachel ."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Mel, thankyou very very much for such positive feedback, its so appreciated. The embroidery you created was really lovely, and Im so glad youve enjoyed yesterday. Very best wishes, Rachel"

3 Aug 24'

Ann Wall reviewed: Summer Roses Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Absolutely loved the course. Rachel is a wonderful teacher, patient, fun and very knowledgeable. I love the ‘rose’ I created, it hangs in my study and has been much admired. Thank you Rachel. Ann"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Dear Ann, thank you so much for the lovely review, it's very much appreciated. Your rose embroidery came out beautifully, I'm really glad you are pleased with it. Very best wishes, Rachel"

28 Jul 24'

Kam reviewed: Summer Roses Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I thoroughly enjoyed this day. The venue was perfect. Rachel was very friendly and welcoming. She was a great tutor, explaining and demonstrating each step well and then coming round to help us all individually. It was a friendly group of women. I was very pleased with my finished work and was impressed with the work produced by everyone. Highly recommended."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Kam, thank you so much for your lovely review, I'm really pleased you enjoyed yourself and had a good time. Your piece is so delicate and like everyones, very unique. I do hope to see you again, very best wishes, Rachel."

10 Jun 24'

Linda Marsh reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I thoroughly enjoyed the Secret Garden Hand Embroidery course. Rachel is an excellent course leader. She breaks down the whole process into steps which are clearly explained and demonstrated and she is very approachable and encouraging. A lovely atmosphere was created amongst the small group of participants and the day flew by in a haze of happy concentration. I think we were all very pleased with the finished pieces we took home at the end of the day."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Linda, thank you so much for the lovely review , that's so kind of you to say such nice things. I do try so hard to keep the group together and not let anyone feel lost with a technique or feel they are behind, so it's much appreciated. I really hope the car issue was sorted out too. Very best wishes, Rachel."

9 Jun 24'

Carolyn McCausland reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had the nicest time in this course. Rachel had taken so much trouble before the event to perfect every detail. This meant that we could concentrate on building our pieces, without having to do some of the more basic things like cutting out tiny circles of fabric. We were encouraged to develop the pieces from the skills she showed us and she is a kind, competent, inspiring artist and tutor. Highly recommend Rachel’s course. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Carolyn, I do appreciate such lovely comments thank you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself. I was so pleased with how great everyones work looked. Thank you very much for recommending me, very best wishes, Rachel."

9 Jun 24'

Pam Dixon reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A really lovely day. Rachel was very welcoming. She explained every stage of the process well and was very encouraging. I am delighted with the result. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Pam, Thank you very very much for the 5 star review and comments , it's lovely to hear. Your Secret Garden looked really great. Thank you so much for coming, very best wishes, Rachel"

9 Jun 24'

Sue Smith reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I really enjoyed this workshop and can thoroughly recommend it - even to complete beginners. There are workshops and there are workshops… I very much appreciated the fact that everything was well thought through, prepared, organised, explained, demonstrated and TAUGHT step by step. Thank you Rachel 🙂"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Sue, thankyou very much for such a lovely review , I do really appreciate it, thankyou. Your little garden looked wonderful, I hope it has been admired at home ! very best wishes, Rachel."

9 Jun 24'

Pam Wright reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"This was my 2nd course with Rachel and I loved it! Clear instructions, steady pace and beautiful materials to work with. I loved my final piece . "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Pam, thankyou so much, I do appreciate you leaving such a positive review, very best wishes, Rachel."

19 May 24'

Kath reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"A very enjoyable course, as a non crafter I was a little apprehensive. I needn't have worried, Rachel is very warm and welcoming and makes you feel like a friend. The setting is beautiful. A very relaxing few hours and a bonus I came home with a new bag. I would really recommend the course."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Kath, thank you very much for your lovely feedback, it's so appreciated. I'm really glad you had a nice time and liked the setting too, it's lovely isn't it. Very best wishes, Rachel"

13 May 24'

Sue Langley reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"Brilliant course/class. All the materials were provided and there was plenty of choice. I didn’t finish my bag in class because I chose to make a bigger one but I was able to take home enough material to complete the project"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Sue, thankyou very much for your review. I know your bag is going to look so nice when its complete. Maybe you could even put a lining inside it. Very best wishes, Rachel "

13 May 24'

Lesley-Ann Fenton reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"A very enjoyable workshop. Rachel is an excellent teacher giving clear instructions and offering guidance and help if needed. I loved my woven bag and now have the knowledge and a little experience to make more for friends and family"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Lesley-Ann, thankyou very much for your review, I do appreciate it. I hope you will make more bags now! Very best wishes, Rachel "

12 May 24'

Julie Kembrey reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"Fabulous 4 hours. Great instruction , friendly and informative. Endless tea, coffee and cake. Came away with a completed woven bag. Would definitely book another workshop with Rachel "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Julie, thank you very much for such a lovely review, I'm so glad you really enjoyed it. Your bag looked so nice and I'm glad you are pleased with it! Very best wishes, Rachel ."

27 Mar 24'

Andrea reviewed: Spring Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A wonderful day spent creating an embroidery of a floral print. There was a range of choices in different colours, so we could use the colours that relate to our taste. Rachel’s friendly approach is suitable for beginners and those with previous experience. It is a relaxing day to unwind, enjoy the surroundings and sweet treats… and produce a lovely piece of work to take home. All materials are provided and Rachel is always on hand to answer any questions and help you along. I really enjoyed the day and am pleased with my resulting Spring embroidery! Thankyou "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Andrea,thankyou very much for the very detailed and lovely review. I do appreciate it, I'm glad you had a great time, very best wishes, Rachel"

25 Mar 24'

Bernadette reviewed: Spring Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Just spent another very enjoyable day with Rachel at Bunbury Mill, painting and stitching her Spring Garden scene in a calm and relaxed workshop. Rachel teaches each aspect of her workshop clearly and concisely, without rushing, but ensuring everyone completes the project. I would highly recommend Rachel's workshops to everybody and hope to attend another one soon."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Dear Bernadette, thankyou so much again for a lovely review , so much appreciated, and really good to spend a lovely relaxing day with you. Very best wishes, Rachel "

25 Mar 24'

Gill reviewed: Spring Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A lovely day. Rachel is so welcoming. Everything is really well organised. Rachel demonstrates and explains each stage but there is plenty of opportunity to be creative and individualise your work. I would highly recommend it."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Gill, thankyou so much for the review, I am very pleased you liked the chance to do it your way...makes things more interesting. Very best wishes, Rachel "

24 Mar 24'

Debs reviewed: Spring Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A fantastic day! Mindful and relaxing with just the right balance of teaching, support and freedom to develop your own ideas. I will definitely be going on another of Rachel's courses 😁"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Debs, thank you very very much for such a lovely review. I'm so happy that you had such a good time. I take such a lot of effort to design workshops that are not too prescriptive, and you just took the idea and ran so wonderfully with it. Thank you again, very best wishes, Rachel"

24 Mar 24'

Caroline Kenny reviewed: Spring Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had a lovely time on Rachel’s workshop with some great people. Rachel is a really lovely person, calm & welcoming. The setting is beautiful & the drinks & biscuits were flowing. We came away with gorgeous pieces of art created using a combination of paint & stitches. If you’re looking for a day of creativity & relaxation, then this workshop would be perfect for you."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Caroline, thankyou so much for such a lovely review, I do really appreciate it thankyou. I'm so glad you had a good day, it was a little oasis of calm in our busy week! Thankyou again , very best wishes, Rachel "

14 Feb 24'

Josie Tierney reviewed: Scandinavian Style Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I really enjoyed the course. Rachel was so helpful. As a beginner and new to embroidery I was very pleased with my piece of work and felt more confident at the end to do more. The venue was great and the group very friendly. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Josie, thank you for your lovely review. I'm so glad you had a good day, and I would never have known you were a beginner if you had not said. I hope you find time to do a bit of sewing at home ! Very best wishes, Rachel "

13 Feb 24'

Judith Marsden reviewed: Scandinavian Style Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A lovely day with Rachel who is an excellent and experienced teacher. She patiently explains everything and creates a lovely friendly atmosphere in the class. I was delighted with my piece and will definitely be doing another of her courses."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Judith, thank you for your lovely review! I'm really glad you enjoyed the day, and really appreciate your kind comments thank you very much, I hopefully will see you again, very best wishes, Rachel"

13 Feb 24'

Pam Wright reviewed: Scandinavian Style Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I loved this course! The setting was lovely and Rachel is a fabulous teacher who is obviously very experienced and knowledgeable. Her instructions were very clear and easy to follow. She had put a lot of effort into the preparation and provided us lots of tea and biscuits. It was lovely to come home with a finished piece. Highly recommended and I’ll definitely do another of her courses!"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Pam, thank you so much for your review. I do really appreciate you taking the time to write it. I'm very pleased you had a good time and yes, please come and do another with me some time!"

28 Nov 23'

Gill reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"A really enjoyable day in a lovely setting. It was extremely well organised and the results were lovely. I will certainly attend another one."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Gill, Thankyou so much for your lovely review. Your embroidery looked so delicate and well stitched. I'm glad you were pleased with the results. Look forward to seeing you at the Mill again hopefully."

27 Nov 23'

Penny Basley reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"Magical day with Rachel at Bundbury Mill. The day was soo relaxing, clear instructions on what we were making and class was just the size. Felt supported throughout the day and encouraged every step of the way. Lovely to meet such lovely people too. “Wholesome “ is how I would describe the day and Rachel is a very talented Textiles Tutor. I will be back !!!"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Penny, thankyou for your lovely review, I really appreciate it. It was lovely to meet you and Sharon and I'm so pleased that it felt like a day away from things. The Mill is special, without a doubt, I'm enjoying creating workshops to teach there. Very best wishes, Rachel"

27 Nov 23'

Bernadette Grantham reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"The beautiful old watermill is very picturesque and a perfect backdrop for the workshop, the tearoom we worked in is cosy and welcoming with plenty of car parking spaces. This is the second embroidery course I have attended with Rachel and she is very welcoming and extremely well organised. She is a very patient teacher and explains each step carefully resulting in a really enjoyable workshop. I am looking forward to attending more of Rachels workshops and wouldn't hesitate in recommending her courses."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Bernadette, thankyou for such a wonderful review, I do really appreciate it. It was lovely to see you again, and I'm so glad you enjoyed the day. Very best wishes, Rachel"

26 Nov 23'

Joy Morris reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"Excellent day. Lovely venue next to millpond. Plenty of parking. Rachel was an excellent tutor, explaining each step slowly and thoroughly. Very well prepared with everything we needed. Lots of refreshments and friendly chat. Will certainly book for more of Rachel’s courses. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Joy, thankyou so much for your lovely review. I'm really glad you enjoyed the day and completed such a successful piece of embroidery. Very best wishes , Rachel"