Redcurrant Glass reviews

Charlotte reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Silver Ring Making Taster

"My original course was cancelled due to snow and ice, but Karen rescheduled after consulting me about dates. I joined her friendly group of students doing their five week jewellery course, with Karen giving me loads of individual attention to help me create my silver ring. A fantastic bonus was that I'd taken along some silver rings that I could no longer wear, to ask her advice about them, and she showed me how to enlarge them. So I came away with four wearable rings, not just one! "

BRENDA LORD reviewed: Fused glass christmas wreaths

"Great session with friendly experienced tutor. Fun building the wreath lots of options to choose from, tools provided along with experienced tuition. Great fun in a relaxed atmosphere."

Lesley Breckenridge reviewed: Fused glass christmas wreaths

"Had a lovely afternoon at Redcurrant Glass making a fused glass Christmas Wreath. Karen was lovely, very kind and patient, she helped us throughout the process ensuring we would have a beautiful decoration to take home once it had been fired in the kiln. I also purchased an at home Christmas tree decoration kit that can be posted to Karen for firing in the kiln, and she will post back to me once complete. A great idea for a gift as she does an large assortment of at home kits, great for those who want to try Fused Glass work but cant necessarily get to an in person workshop. I would definitely recommend Karens workshops, and would go again. Thanks Karen x"

KL reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"We attended the glass infusion day course. Karen was welcoming and made you feel at ease straight away . She was very informative explaining about the glass used, different techniques, styles etc. During the day we were able to complete 3/4 different styles of glass items such as coasters, tea light holders. After we had completed a glass coaster, the choice was ours what we wanted to make, Karen was always at hand guiding and offering help and suggesting ideas. A sandwich and cake was provided for lunch and a choice of hot or cold drinks were offered during the day. The day was thoroughly enjoyable, and Karen was a great tutor. Looking forward to seeing our creations once they have been in the kiln. Thanks to Karen for a great day, would definitely recommend this course"

Lorna reviewed: Stained Glass - Copper foil Fairies and flowers and more...

"An excellent day. Karen freely shares her knowledge and helps you get the most you can from this course. I came away with three pieces of work and you can see the improvement in technique in each piece thanks to Karen’s help and advice. Would highly recommend if you want to learn this technique."

Gaynor reviewed: Silver Clay jewellery making

"Had a lovely afternoon silver clay jewellery making with Karen. She made the session simple and enjoyable and we were able to design and make a few pieces to take home. Would love to book on more creative workshops with Karen."

Jane reviewed: Silver Clay jewellery making

"I thoroughly enjoyed this silver clay workshop. I have dabbled in silver clay before but wanted to see how it should actually be done! Karen was a great teacher and I even picked up some tricks of the trade. Her workshop is lovely and very well equipped. I would recommend this workshop highly. "

Jenny reviewed: Fused Glass - Landscapes

"I really enjoyed the course, Karen was an excellent teacher for the day, helpful and patient to help me create my ideas on the glass. Karen provided great refreshments and drinks. Would definitely recommend. Cheers Karen"

Debbie amd Louise reviewed: Stained Glass - Copper foil Fairies and flowers and more...

"I would highly recommend a course with Redcurrant Glass. Karen was lovely and very knowledgeable, giving us lots of information and advice as well as plenty of time for making our own pieces to take home. Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable day! "

Stephanie reviewed: Silver Clay jewellery making

"We both thoroughly enjoyed our session. It was very satisfying to come away with a piece of jewellery I shall enjoy wearing. Karen was an excellent teacher, knowledgeable and encouraging."

Sharon Bainbridge reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"I attended for a full day and managed to create 2x detailed pieces of work in this time. A brilliant day, learnt lots of new skills and techniques and hope to carry on creating fused glass in the future. Karen is a friendly and extremely helpful host."

Anne Hindley reviewed: Silver spinner ring workshop

"I made a silver spinner ring for my thumb which I love. Karen was very patient when I managed to to cut myself then split the soldering on the join so had to do it again,! "

Mrs Anne Alston reviewed: 5 week course- Stained Glass

"What an amazing course! I wanted to be able to create my own design using coloured glass and the incredible skills involved in stained glass making. I am astonished at how much I have learnt and extremely proud of the result. Karen is knowledgeable and very encouraging and provides you with all of the equipment you need. This is a beautiful craft and I am very enthusiastic to continue honing my new skills. "

Shirley Butterworth reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Silver Ring Making Taster

"Had a lovely relaxing afternoon with Karen. She is easy to talk to, experienced and a good teacher"

Rachael Clark reviewed: Silver jewellery making course

"I really enjoyed this course. Helpful tuition from Karen, she was happy to answer my many questions! The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed, and I learned a lot. "

Jo reviewed: Silver spinner ring workshop

"I loved the spinner ring workshop. Really enjoyed learning new skills and Karen was incredibly patient with me, and we had a good laugh for the afternoon. Highly recommend. I'm really pleased with the ring I made and support I got to make it look much better than it would have otherwise! :D"

Alison reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Silver Ring Making Taster

"Thank you, Karen, we had a lovely introduction to ring making and came away with 2 hand made rings. Karen was really friendly and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend the course to anyone."

Denise Hayton reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations- taster

"A friend and I attended a fused glass Christmas decorations taster course. Prior to the day, Karen sent useful information and answered questions promptly by email. On the day, she was welcoming and gave us plenty of clear instructions. The youngest attendee was 8years old and the oldest in their 60´s, but Karen was never condescending; she was keen that we should all produce pieces we were pleased with. She had lots of resources available and encouraged us with suggestions and was always positive. We made far more decorations than I expected and it was interesting to have the techniques and materials explained as we progressed. She is obviously very busy but will still find time, after firing them, to tie coordinating ribbons on thé decorations before they are ready for posting/collection - that really is going the extra mile! We finished the workshop with mince pies. It was a really good course and my friend and I are now considering one of the other courses on offer. "

Redcurrant Glass responded:

"Thank you "

Barbara McManus reviewed: Silver Clay jewellery making

"The silver clay course was excellent. Karen gave us knowledge allowing us to reproduce the work completed at her workshop. I will certainly be booking in for another of her classes"

Freya Silva-Phillips reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Silver Ring Making Taster

"I really enjoyed myself and Karen was very helpful."

Candie G reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"Had a wonderful time at this workshop with Karen. As a beginner I found she explained everything in simple terms and we were very soon ‘hands on’ making our own items. I was very impressed with the materials and equipment available for our use, so much different glass to choose from, all colours of frits and stringers and paints, and I learned how to use the grinder. I was delighted with the pieces I made - we made two smaller pieces in the morning and then we were free to make a larger piece in the afternoon of our choice - I can’t wait to see them finished after firing. I would happily do this workshop every weekend if I could, and have no hesitation in recommending Karen - excellent teacher and very friendly and hospitable. "

Pamela Frearson reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"I cannot recommend this craft day enough. As a complete novice I was not sure what to expect. Now looking to return again and again. Excellent host, location and lunch! Good pace and easy sense of achievement with 3 pieces to take home. Absolutely loved it. Thank you Karen!!!"

Julie and Carolyn reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Silver Ring Making Taster

"Had a lovely morning in the workshop. Completed a beautiful ring and gained new skills for soldering with silver and polishing off for a professional looking piece of jewellery. Thank you Karen."

Margaret Bullock reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"The one-day Fused Glass Workshop run by Karen Redmayne proved to be a hugely enjoyable introduction to this craft. I had never done any glass fusing before and so I was an absolute beginner. Karen was highly organized and informative about the arrangements for the day. In no time at all after Karen's expert demonstration and explanations, I was making my first pieces. In this first foray, under Karen's guidance, and with full access to the equipment and materials on offer, I made two coasters and a shallow bowl! A brilliant day and productive day. I can't wait to see my creations once they are fired! Karen makes her workshops relaxed and fun. She has a real talent for imparting her skills and knowledge to the uninitiated. Great value for money. I will be booking again with Karen and I will be spreading the news. Margaret Bullock"

Sian reviewed: Glass bead making/lampwork

"My husband and I recently did this workshop and loved it. Karen was very knowledgeable and made us feel very welcome throughout. We've previously done glass blowing so were excited to work with glass again and learn how it was different with lampwork - Karen was very patient answering our questions and we quickly begin making beads. We made several beads each over the five hours, using different glasses and learning techniques to add spots, stripes, etc. Karen was a great teacher, guiding us while encouraging us to experiment with different designs/colours and glass. Karen also kindly provided us with lunch, taking our preferences into consideration. We really enjoyed it and will definitely be going to another of Karen's classes in the future."