smARTsy reviews

7 Apr 17'

Joanne Lord reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali thank you for the fantastic smartsy arty morning. Lovely atmosphere talented lady looking forward to see the finished item in a few days. Already thinking of what todo next time have loads of ideas in my head thank you . I also agree with all the 5 star reviews above mine ."

29 Jan 17'

Pennington reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Thank you for the lovey creative , inspiring afternoon in your cosy beautiful workshop.I never noticed it was such a very bad weather day and the time flew by . Thanks you ."

18 Jan 17'

Pip Russell reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Absolutely brilliant. I am the least artistic person and I love these courses and the fact that I come away with something that looks wonderful. Such good evenings and as one finishes I am booking the next!! Ali also came and worked with our Cubs making Christmas trees and they were all so proud of what they had achieved. She was so patient with them all and kept them interested and enjoying the session. Cannot recommend Ali highly enough."

18 Dec 16'

Julia Pritchard reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"I just love this! Ali is incredibly talented and incredibly patient. I am hooked. I've been to Palmers , Enderby, and also organised a girls' night at Ali's workshop, for 4 friends who also enjoyed it. I can't wait to do more."

1 Dec 16'

Marie Hubbard reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"I first tried Ali's workshop through work and loved it so much I booked her for my birthday party. She is very patient and helpful across all age ranges (from 2 to 80!) and with Ali's guidance the results were spectacular. It's excellent value for money - I can't recommend highly enough."

28 Nov 16'

Hanisha reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali is a great mentor and has immense skills that she just wants to share. The value of the skills, knowledge and experience that you get is just brilliant value for money, not to mention the glass pieces that you have the pleasure of saying that you have made. I did it with adult friends and family who couldn't agree more about how calming and fun the experience was. Would recommend it to all who just want a brilliant time learning something new from a great teacher. Ali has amazing ideas and inspiration for making something come to life in your work. Would definitely recommend to all as a fun afternoon. And have been back myself and will be in the future"

28 Nov 16'

Sharon Horsnall reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"What can I say it's all been said before .love it love it . Cannot wait to do my next one on Saturday with friends and family thank you Ali"

28 Nov 16'

Tess reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali, is an amazing teacher of all things arty! She is patient, knowledgeable and generous in her ability to share ideas. The sheer array of glass and glass accessories to chose from is staggering. Once you have been, you will be hooked!"

28 Nov 16'

Abbey Stewart reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Love glass fusing. Have now attended a few of Ali's sessions both in her workshop and at palmers. My little boy had his first session last week and loved it. You don't have to be creative or a perfectionist to get something that looks amazing. But there's always lots of inspiration in the workshop and Ali is full of help, ideas and patience. Would highly recommend"

27 Nov 16'

Charlie Clements reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali came to my Brownie unit. She was fantastic with all the girls and they really enjoyed making Christmas tree decorations. I would love for her to come back and do more crafts with the girls. Would definitely recommend!"

24 Nov 16'

Mandy street reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Amazing! Amazing! I had so many friends interested in this craft that i had to hire a hall! Great evening, Ali is fantastic, a fab teacher and very patient. A fantastic craft, cant wait to do it again in the summer! Xx"

18 Jul 16'

Elaine Barr reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Cosy studio with everything you need to create a unique work of art in glass! I now have several!!"

17 Jul 16'

Rainy reviewed: Fused Glass at the Lakeside Retreat with smARTsy

"Outstanding. I started with a two hour evening workshop and enjoyed it so much I booked straight away for a day - as others have said, it's a wonderful setting for the workshop and Ali is a great teacher. Totally calm and absorbing and the results at the end are just beautiful. Definitely an addiction worth having!"

16 Jul 16'

Annette Richardson reviewed: Fused Glass at the Lakeside Retreat with smARTsy

"Ali is a great teacher and has so much patience in how she explains how to cut and select the various bits of glass you can use to create your own individual art pieces. The time goes so quickly and is such good fun. Highly recommended and great value."

16 Jul 16'

Jane Espley reviewed: Fused Glass at the Lakeside Retreat with smARTsy

"Absolutely Brilliant! Loved it so much I booked again before I left. Beautiful surroundings, great tutorial and amazing results! You don't need any skill to create something to be proud of. Thoroughly recommend it!!!"

16 Jul 16'

Hannah reviewed: Fused Glass at the Lakeside Retreat with smARTsy

"I had a lovely time trying out something new. After seeing some of the pieces made with Ali friends have booked on courses and been excited with the results."

16 Jul 16'

Neil M reviewed: Fused Glass at the Lakeside Retreat with smARTsy

"The experience is relaxing and enjoyable. Ali is a fantastic teacher that guides you through the process. With a little bit of guidance you will soon be making beautiful pieces of glass fusion art. You'll be surprised how easy it is."

30 Dec 15'

Penny Richardson reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"I took my 3 children (5yrs, 7yrs & 9yrs) to Ali's workshop to create a bespoke piece of art for their Daddy for Christmas. The kids had a wonderful time and really enjoyed creating their own pieces as well as the present piece. They loved seeing the final outcomes and all want to have another go. The final piece given to Daddy for Christmas is amazing! and we are thrilled they can pick out pieces of the glass in the art that they placed in position. We have already booked to create another piece for a family member's birthday this year. Really enjoyable and achievable for all ages."

30 Dec 15'

Nicola Edwards reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ideal if you want to try something different.. Cosy little setting at the top of Ali's garden, I have attended Ali's fused glass classes a fair few times, making Christmas decorations, coasters, wind catchers, and pieces for my bathroom. Very friendly relaxing atmosphere and teacher! Highly recommended for adults and children. :)"

30 Dec 15'

Melissa Trotman reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali's little garden retreat studio is the perfect place to go relax and explore your creative side. I have been a few times now and recommend the sessions to all of those I know. The pieces you come out with are great! The turn around time for collection after firing is really quick too. I would certainly recommend this session and any of Ali's other sessions for art for children and adults alike to anyone!"

30 Dec 15'

Sam Smith reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Quite addictive once you start. Ali's workshops are great for all ages whether Arty or not! Relaxing and cosy environment with lovely company, what more could you want. A huge variety of materials to work with, great for the experienced or beginner. Would highly recommend and will certainly be returning for more sessions in 2016!"

29 Dec 15'

Vanessa Newmarsh reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"These glass fusing worshops are brilliant for everyone including the naturally uncreative to those who are and want to try something new. Ali is an experienced teacher and demonstrates the skills and techniques needed to create your own little masterpiece. She has plenty of ideas and examples in her workshop from which you can get inspiration, but she can also guide you if you have an idea you wish to develop in glass. I have been on several sessions and it is incredibly addictive The anticipation of what 'yours' will look like when it comes out of the kiln is exciting and then you want to go back and do more and tell others about it and proudly show off your work. Many friends and work colleagues have joined me and the atmosphere is relaxing and fun. I will probably see you there!"