Tambour and Clutch reviews

Nicola reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"I had such a great time at todays course. Although i had done a small amount of tambour (learning from a book!), Audrey was able to guide me, and correct my technique. I really got a lot out of the beginners course. Audrey is very patient, and warm and friendly too! It was a small friendly group, we were able to learn at our own pace, and due to the small group, we received plenty of one 2 one tuition. I can’t wait to practice and move on to the next course offered."

Tambour and Clutch responded:

"Nicola you were an amazing student and a pleasure to teach. As a left handed student you learnt how to correct your technique, learned from a book for right handed students, enabling you to tambour bead with accuracy and speed. Look forward to seeing you later in the year for the advanced workshop. Audrey"

Carole Rea reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"An excellent day. Audrey patiently took us through the history and basics of tambour beading. It was a small class so easy to learn and plenty of opportunity to ask for assurance when working. I can away very inspired and can't wait to try my hand at home with the techniques I learned. I will definitely do the advanced course later in the year, in the meanwhile will carry on practicing. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone interested in this skill. Thank you Audrey"

Debbie Laing reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"Really enjoyable and Audrey was a lovely, well prepared tutor, inspirational and talented. Lovely day and an appreciation of basic techniques to build on. Thank you."

Celia Mulhearn reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"I had a really enjoyable day. The course was well set out with clear and concise instructions. As it was a small group we received one-to-one tuition to move us forward as we were individually ready. Fabulous day and am now considering the advanced course. Thank you"

Sabrina Knight reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"Enjoyable class, taught at a good pace and Audreys genuine interest in Tambour reflected in her teaching. I cant wait to do the advanced class. The location is accessible, good selection of teas, herbal teas and coffee. Thanks, see you at the next available class."

Sandra Lane reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"Lucky enough to have done a beginners class with Ms Wring two days ago. It was a small class there were only two of us but the way it was taught has me practicing and hooked on it for a long time. I travelled to Bristol from Gibraltar to take this course and it was worth every penny spent. The setting for the classes at Love Stitch Studio is excellent with loads of natural light and a friendly atmosphere. Audrey is a very good teacher. Coffee, tea and biscuits were available throughout the day. The pack we received with the kit provided is a great starting point for a beginner the instructions given where clear and although there were two students we worked at our own pace and Audrey moved us along at the right pace for our individual needs and we were able to take home what we produced. I would recommend this class to any beginner it covers a bit of the history and the very basic essentials in a interesting and instructive way. Will return to do a more advanced course in the future."

carmen burkett reviewed: Vintage Style and Modern Clutch Bag Workshop Bristol

"This is the third workshop I have done with Tambour and Clutch and I loved it as much as the first two. The tutor is warm and welcoming and paces the session at individual speeds which builds confidence. The session is very informative and any questions are answered knowledgeably. The building is beautiful and is set in a lovely location."

Carmen Burkett reviewed: Tambour beading: a haute couture technique

"Myself and a colleague were lucky to find this class. We are based in Birmingham and the class is worth the journey to Bristol and we have attended two so far. It is easy to find if you aren't familiar with the area. The setting is lovely and the workshop has beautiful natural light. Audrey is very welcoming and there is tea, coffee and biscuits available. The small group had varying levels of skill but we were all kept busy as our own individual pace. We were given aims for the lesson and the kit provided is ample for the class. We are both college lecturers in textiles and we hope to develop this new skill to deliver it to our students next year. We would both recommend this class to anyone interested in Tambour and we are looking forward to the next class later in the year. It is definitely value for money."