Simply Amazing Jewellery School reviews

Patricia Bishop reviewed: Torch Fired Enamelling Workshop at Simply Amazing Jewellery School, Nottingham

"I bought Katy and her Mum Helen this course excellent fun course, just 4 attending. Very reasonable and the stacking rings are really lovely They will be back plus myself. Highly recommended. "

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"I love that they had such a good time and want to return - I love that you want to come with them too! Thank you so much for your lovely review x"

Moe reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Thank you for an amazing day. You are so lovely and patient. Laura and I both thoroughly enjoyed our day. We would love to do it again. We love our rings, something we will both treasure. Thank you. Maureen and Laura."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"And thank you too, I was most impressed by your work, Laura was a natural (young people have no fears!) but you were the rock. I would love you to return so please keep your eye on the group platform, thank you for coming along with Laura, it was lovely to meet you both - great teamwork x"

Sara reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"A really enjoyable day and amazing how much progress I made in just one day, having never handled jewellery-making tools before and attempting lots of new techniques - all achieved with Viv's help, useful information and encouragement to try things by myself. I'm delighted with my rings...not perfect but uniquely mine, and all the more precious because of that! Thanks Viv"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you Sara! It is amazing to see complete beginners develop confidence with each challenge met. You have done really well to achieve so much, you have a lot to be proud of. Thank you for coming, you and your sister made a great team x"

Sam reviewed: Wax carving for complete beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Session one was a great introduction to the craft. We started with some simple exercises to develop an understanding of how the wax would behave in different scenarios before moving on to crafting something to be cast. We were a really small group which allowed for great one on one interactions with Viv the instructor. We were allowed to use the time as we wanted and to build up an understanding of techniques that were valuable to us. I'm really looking forward to the second session to refine some of the skills from the first."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Sam, thank you so much for this, we have so much more to cover but I hope by the time we finish, you will have enough information, confidence and skill to know how to create the projects you want to make! I really love working with wax, the challenges it presents show - this ancient art continues to have relevance in a modern environment!"

Lily Baldwin reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Thank you to Viv for a wonderful day. Me and a friend did the rings and things - stone setting for beginners course. We had such a fun day and I came away with 4 rings! We squeezed a lot into one day and learnt a lot, Viv was very patient with us. Thanks again, I would really recommend to anyone looking to learn some new skills ??"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you Lily, your review is very much appreciated. I noted that you now understood my separating into two workshops - your friend wanted so much more, I hope she was happy with her extra rings - it was quite an exhausting day! I think you have a lot of talent for jewellery making and I really hope you continue to practice developing your art, I shall love to see your work in the future x"

Ellen reviewed: Beautiful Bronze, Warm Copper or Stacking Sterling Silver Bangle Workshop

"I had a fab day making a bronze bangle! It was great fun learning how to shape the metal, and I'm really pleased with what I made. Would love to come back and make another!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Ellen - that's really good to hear, I am so pleased you enjoyed the day, despite all the hard work! It isn't easy using bronze but my word it is rewarding. I shall look forward to the next one with you! Thank you so much for making time to post, I do appreciate it :)"

Julie reviewed: Rings and Things - stone setting for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Had a fantastic busy day. I made 2 rings with different settings and I love them both. I've learned a lot being a complete beginner and Viv was an excellent patient tutor."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you for this lovely review, Julie - it was a fabulous day, you took all the challenges in your stride and what results! Well done and thank you for coming!!"

Tammy reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I booked this course for my friend for her birthday. We both loved it! Vivien is an amazing teacher. She made everything really clear, to make sure everyone got the most out of the day. Great value for money and looking forward to booking another course in the near future!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Tammy, I am clearly blessed by really lovely customers who are keen to work hard, battle through difficulties and achieve - your rings were dynamic and so were you and Jude - I love that you have pushed me back onto Instagram with kindness and laughter x"

Emma reviewed: Rings and Things - 4 wk Evening Taster Course-Nottingham

"What a lovely evening, Viv is amazing! Very kind and patient! I learned so much and I can’t wait till the next lesson . Thoroughly recommend! X"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review Emma - your recommendation means a lot to me - I really enjoyed the evening, you were amazing!"

Mike Szreider reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I completed an 8 week course with Viv and enjoyed every minute of it. She is very knowledgeable and easy going. I learned a lot in the 8 sessions that I attended. My main aim was to learn how to silver solder well but learned a lot more than that. I ended up making a lovely small picturama from copper and brass that really surprised me. The finished product showed an art skill that I never knew I had. I obtained a good cutting skill with the jewellers saw as well. I also made some lovely items for my wife that she now treasures. A great course in a lovely atmosphere. I will attend more sessions to expand on the knowledge I have gained so that I can do more with this new skill. I would definitely recommend this course. Thank you Viv."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Mike, thank you so much for this - I am useless without a good student! Your commitment and effort, your desire to learn - you took everything on board! You challenged me with your own skills, were happy to request help, share knowledge and experience - you brought so much to the table! I am so pleased you are discovering these new facets to your creativity and look forward to sharing more of that journey with you."

Gina reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I never thought I'd end up with six rings in one day! You get your own set of tools to use on the day in a bright and airy room, Viv was very knowledgeable and helpful, I'd definitely look out for more workshops with Viv."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Gina! Thank you for this lovely review, it is really thoughtful of you and very much appreciated. I loved your tin sculptures, they were fabulous. I hope you decide to join me on another workshop soon x"

CHARON STEVENSON reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I came with my friend and her sister, We had a fabulous day, Viv had so much patients with us . We each made 3 bronze rings and 2 silver rings, we were all very pleased with our results, it was so good to learn a new skill, thanks again Viv, ☺️☺️☺️"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Charon, this was a fun day - you three ladies were fantastic company, I loved hearing about your d-i-y adventures and the poppy displays you created, oh, and I think you made a few rings too ?"

Eloise reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Really great day - Viv was so informative and we learnt so much. I produced 5 rings and I am really happy with how they turned out, I was a complete novice so definitely recommend to anyone wanting to give it a try"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Eloise - thank you so much for this lovely review, you and your mum were both amazing - it's a huge learning curve - you took it all in your stride and never lost your smile even when you had a few hiccups! Thank you for coming to the workshop and bringing your mum, it was lovely to meet you both :)"

Kate Hunter reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Such a fantastic day! Viv was brilliant, talking us through the tools and materials, then guiding us through each step to create each ring. Her guidance, warmth and knowledge were amazing! Any questions we had, Viv would happily answer and also advise, nothing was too much! Lovely refreshments and a welcoming atmosphere. I would highly recommend this workshop, and will happily attend again to refresh my new skills."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"This was a great day - it really is about what we all bring to the table - thank you so much Kate, for this very lovely feedback, I appreciate that you made time to do so. And yes, I would highly recommend doing the same again - the journey becomes an adventure!"

Victoria reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"A fabulous day in which I learnt so much and amazed myself by the super copper and silver rings I made. It was all done in a super safe environment with all the health and safety rules followed. Viv was an extremely knowledgeable, encouraging, enthusiastic, creative and inspiring teacher and I’ve come away wanting to do and learn more silversmithing which is just what you want from a good craft course."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Wow! That was amazing! Thank you so much! I feel really proud about my achievements which is not what this is supposed to be about! I love my job and this is the reason - you, and others like you, make my day with your input, your determination and your achievements. You were complete beginners, like most of the people who attend my workshops, you take the opportunity and run with it, finding solutions to the difficulties you share and helping each other to success. Faith restored."

Kim McAree reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Really enjoyabke day.Viv was a great teacher and allowed us to gain confidence and provided help whenever needed. Viv made great efforts to ensure all the covid guidence was in place. It was great fun, give it a try , you will love it ."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you for this lovely review, it means a lot to me - I am so pleased you enjoyed the day - you worked hard and made delightful rings you can wear with pride for many years to come x"

Tony reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"This was such an enjoyable and informative course! The atmosphere was professional and safe, with plenty of room to watch demonstrations, learn and practice the techniques. The day was long enough to grow in confidence in order to express some personal creativity through the various methods of taking raw materials and turning them into wearable and polished rings. I managed to make some out of copper to practice using my finger measurements, then about four in silver I’d happily give as gifts. Just make sure to sneakily get everyone else’s finger sizes!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you for this very thoughtful response, I am aware the first half of the workshop is a huge learning curve and worry there won't be enough time to just enjoy; but to see complete beginners achieve so much, is extremely gratifying, I am not surprised you are proud of yourself. Loved your last comment - I should make it a booking condition! The chart is brilliant - I'll be using it from now on, thank you x"

Libby reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"After waiting for nearly a year to be able to do this course bought as a gift for Christmas it was certainly worth the wait and a lovely activity to do on a Saturday. Lovely to learn some new skills and meet other like minded people on the course. My sister and I had a great day and have a great set of rings to show for it. Viv was a great teacher and communicated very well with us. I would definitely recommend..Thanks again!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Libby, thank you for coming, it was lovely to finally meet the two of you - I loved how you all worked so well together and helped each other through difficulties."

Rachel Littlewood reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I had a brilliant day and made some beautiful rings. Viv was so helpful and I’m looking forward to going back and doing another course!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"I love that you were adventurous and designed your own ring! Thank you for coming Rachael, it was lovely to meet you - stone setting is on its way x"

Louise wiseman reviewed: Wax carving for complete beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Excellent course, delivered by a teacher whose knowledge and enthusiasm shines through, as you learn through creating your own designs ready for casting. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and am now slightly obsessed with wax carving!"

Jodie reviewed: Wax carving for complete beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Throughly enjoyed the wax carving course, Viv was very knowledgable and created a lovely environment to work at your own pace on your own project. Would recommend the class to anyone who wanted to give wax carving a go."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"It's a fascinating activity - so amazing that you can produce such fabulous jewellery with just a few tools and a crazy idea! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review, I am looking forward to seeing you again to complete the course :)"

Sev reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"A brilliant experience making copper and silver rings. Viv explained each stage clearly and coached us through the processes. I came out with some beautiful rings as well as a new found knowledge of the processes involved in metalwork. I really recommend this workshop!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Sev it was an absolute pleasure. A lovely group, thank you for this review, it is much appreciated ?"

Sarah Churchill reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"We were given very good concise instructions for making copper and silver rings, and were able to do each process ourselves with gentle coaching. An experienced and skilled tutor, Vivien made an excellent job of giving us new skills."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you Sarah, for this lovely review, the very sweet peas (still blooming!) and for coming to the workshop! Even with all the safety regulations to follow we were still able to enjoy a very creative day - amazing work and beautiful rings - x"

Charlotte reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Great workshop! We learned a lot and Viv was very patient! Came out with 5 lovely rings that I haven't taken off since. The only things I might suggest is a proper break for lunch. We were happy we went out for 30 minutes but felt as though we had missed out on some parts as no one else stopped for lunch. One of the other attendees mentioned by the end that she was very hungry and needed some proper food. I also think that a slightly smaller class size would work better as it was quite difficult for Viv to get around everybody, and of course, some people needed more attention than others. Overall though, a fun and informative class - Viv explained the science very well! Would definitely attend another one of her classes given the chance. Thanks for everything! Charlotte"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you for this lovely and thoughtful review, my system works well most of the time but not all of the time, I am sorry you worried you missed something, I always do a quick head count so I don't have to repeat instructions but like you say, there were lots of things happening - a very creative and diverse group! I was very happy to give you extra help, but the group objective was met - it's when everyone goes solo on their own designs that the fun starts - a great challenge!"

Sue reviewed: Rings and Things - Soldering for beginners at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"I have attended one of Viv's workshops before and went again with another friend who fancied it, because I loved it so much (and I wear the silver rings I made virtually every day!!) I made 2 rings for my little finger this time and suspect I will wear one or the other every day in future because again I was so delighted!! Viv encourages everyone to be creative and is so incredibly patient and informative. I would certainly recommend it to anyone who has not had a go before."

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Hi Sue, thank you for this lovely review! I am so pleased you returned to develop your skills further and that you enjoyed the day so much. I love the hammered rings you made and hope you find them as fascinating as I do, as you wear them in and all your hard work rewards you x"