The Leaf Press reviews

3 Nov 25'

Shirley Hardy reviewed: Bookbinding - make a hardback journal from start to finish

"An enjoyable and informative afternoon, thankyou Suzy. Looking forward to doing another one."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Shirley and for attending the hardback journal workshop. Your book was lovely and I'm really pleased you enjoyed the afternoon."

20 Oct 25'

Veronica Gilbert reviewed: Bookbinding: make a hardback single signature notebook

"Very enjoyable workshop in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Suzy provides all tools and materials with a wide choice of patterns and colours. She makes the book alongside the learners, providing clear instructions and offering individual help as needed. We all completed our notebooks and brought home detailed instructions to make more at home. Suzy also supplies cake, biscuits and hot drinks. Highly recommended."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Veronica, it was lovely to see you and your friend at another workshop and the books you made were fab. I look forward to hearing if you've made more at home!"

19 Oct 25'

Caroline reviewed: Bookbinding: make a hardback single signature notebook

"This workshop was a great introduction to bookbinding which I have never previously done. I wanted to learn about this as a way to present my embroideries and this workshop was ideal. Suzy took us carefully through each step and I was able to produce a lovely notebook. I’m sure I’ll be back again, I really enjoyed it and I learnt a lot."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop Caroline. It was great to meet you and hear your plans for making notebook covers from your beautiful embroideries. The book you made was fab and it would be lovely to see you again on a future workshop."

18 Sep 25'

Veronica Gilbert reviewed: Handmade books - Japanese stab bindings - learn four Japanese bookbinding stitches

"Another enjoyable and relaxing workshop. Suzy is an excellent teacher who gives clear explanations and supports each attendee to go at their own pace. All materials were provided and there was a wide choice of designs and colours. We all made three books on the day and brought home an almost-completed fourth one with everything we need to finish it at home. The handouts are very clear and easy to follow. Highly recommended."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending another workshop Veronica. It was lovely to spend another afternoon with you and your friend and I'm so happy that you liked the books you made."

15 Sep 25'

Becky reviewed: Handmade books - Japanese stab bindings - learn four Japanese bookbinding stitches

"This is our second course with Suzy and as before a very pleasant and relaxing afternoon. She goes at a pace to suit and is well organised. Loved learning about the books we were making and came away very happy with the results. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Becky. I'm so pleased you both enjoyed the workshop and were happy with your books; I very much enjoyed teaching you again."

19 May 25'

Peter Ward reviewed: Bookbinding - make a hardback photo / display album - no sewing!

"Excellent course. Friendly atmosphere, excellent teaching, patient and inspiring tutor. Materials all prepared, enabling speedy construction of photo album. No sewing a big relief but LOTS of gluing instead. Thanks Suzy for making it such an enjoyable session."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and for attending another workshop Peter. It was great to see you again. I hope all the gluing was an acceptable compromise for no sewing! Thanks again. "

27 Apr 25'

Mary Luke reviewed: Bookbinding: make a hardback single signature notebook

"I have been to several of Suzy's courses and enjoyed this one as much as the others I have attended. Once again, Suzy was most helpful and taught us a lot. I'm very pleased with the book I made and have started another for which Suzy gave us the materials to take home."

The Leaf Press responded:

"I'm so pleased you like your book Mary - you made it beautifully - and I hope you enjoy making the smaller version. Thank you for coming to another workshop, it was lovely to see you again."

22 Mar 25'

Emma reviewed: Bookbinding - make a hardback journal and leather notebook - two session workshop

"Another amazing course with Suzy :) Perfectly paced and really well organised, I never felt left behind and learnt lots! I'm really pleased with the notebooks I made and everyone else's looked great too which is testament to Suzy's teaching skills! Highly recommended!"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much Emma for this review and to you and your Mum for attending another workshop. It was lovely to teach you both again and I'm glad you are pleased with your books - they were great!"

2 Mar 25'

June Hill reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"A very enjoyable afternoon. Clear instructions given which allowed everyone to be successful in producing a book. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you for coming to the workshop June. Your book was fab and I'm so pleased that you enjoyed the afternoon."

19 Feb 25'

Emma reviewed: Papercut / paper cutting collage - make a greenhouse filled with paper plants

"Great course. Allowed you to work at your own pace. Fun and left with a beautiful greenhouse which went up on my wall bassoon as I got home. Tha ks for a lovely afternoon "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop and for your review. I'm really pleased you both enjoyed it and your greenhouses were lovely. "

12 Jan 25'

Jackie Brown reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"A relaxed and informal workshop, with very well-structured guidance from Suzy. We were all delighted with our books!"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop Jackie. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and your book was lovely - especially with your beautiful printed fabric."

12 Jan 25'

Mary Luke reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"I highly recommend this course. It was very well taught and a most enjoyable afternoon. The handouts that the tutor provided made it possible to make more books at home."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for coming to another workshop Mary. Your book was fabulous and I look forward to seeing any future books you create!"

24 Nov 24'

Sue and Ella. reviewed: Make your own Christmas Crackers

"I and my granddaughter Ella had a super time with Suzy making Christmas crackers. We found Suzy very accommodating and helpful. Everything was provided and of very good quality. Can't wait to put them on the table on Christmas Day. Thank you Suzy. 🎄"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and for coming to the workshop. It was lovely to meet you and Ella and I'm glad you enjoyed making your crackers. I hope they go down well at Christmas!"

17 Nov 24'

Mary Luke reviewed: Papercut / paper cutting collage - make a greenhouse filled with paper plants

"This course was excellent. Suzy explained everything really well, provided a lovely variety of papers and other materials and left me feeling full of enthusiasm to try more paper cutting. She also gave us delicious cake and tea and coffee! Thank you Suzy "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for coming to another workshop Mary and being part of such an enjoyable morning. Your greenhouse was beautiful and I hope you'll enjoy looking at it in your craft room."

6 Nov 24'

Penny Beard reviewed: Introduction to paper cutting / papercut art - beginners or experienced

"I had a wonderful afternoon paper cutting. Informative, enjoyable and lots of idea to take forward. Thank you"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop. I hope you were pleased with the design you created - it was lovely - and hope the recipient will be delighted too!"

15 Oct 24'

Becky reviewed: Bookbinding - make a hardback journal and leather notebook - two session workshop

"Lovely calm setting. Went at our pace and had a lovely afternoon. Came away with journal and will finish book next week. Suzy is helpful and we learnt a lot about book binding. Would definitely recommend. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Becky. I'm so glad you enjoyed the first afternoon and I look forward to seeing your completed books after the second session!"

2 Aug 24'

Rosey reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"Thank you Suzy for a lovely afternoon. I am sorry that I had to leave you, and I hope you did not have to wait too long for help to come and the lady was ok. I look forward to joining you again soon. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop and nothing to apologise for - everything was okay. The book you made was lovely and I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the workshop."

1 Aug 24'

Gillian Hendry reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"I'm not good at writing reviews but I loved the course and Susy is the best of the best."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and for attending the workshop Gilly - especially with how far you travelled from! The book you made was lovely."

18 Jul 24'

Angela Adams reviewed: Introduction to paper cutting / papercut art - beginners or experienced

"A fun course, well delivered and easy to follow. Good resources too. I came away with a papercut that I've since framed and hung on the wall."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending another workshop Angela. I'm so pleased to hear you are happy with your papercut (which you cut out beautifully) and thank you also for the message you sent me after the workshop."

13 May 24'

Louise reviewed: Handmade books - Introductory workshop

"Very enjoyable afternoon, I’m very pleased with the books that we made. Suzy was lovely and the pace of the workshop just right "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Louise. I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop and it was lovely to spend an afternoon with you both. "

12 May 24'

Angela Adams reviewed: Handmade books - Introductory workshop

"A well-delivered and well-paced course. Great for beginners with little or no book-making knowledge. The small group of four allowed Suzy to help each person when required. This lady knows what she's doing and it was clear Suzy had taught this subject/course before due to her attention to detail. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Angela. I'm really glad you enjoyed the workshop and hope you are happy with your lovely books. "

29 Apr 24'

Veronica Gilbert reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"Excellent course in a relaxed environment. Suzy provided all the materials and tools we needed, including a choice of materials, patterns and colours. Suzy is a great teacher, giving clear explanations, hints and tips. She is very patient and very generous with her time and knowledge. Everyone completed their books and the results were lovely. Suzy gave us enough information and confidence to make more books at home. Highly recommended."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you for attending another workshop Veronica and thank you so much for this review too! I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop and your book was lovely. "

29 Apr 24'

Peter Ward reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"Excellent course, Suzy. Very welcoming and engaging. New skills learnt and plans made for the future. Five stars."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Peter and for attending the workshop. Your book was great. I'll send you details of the album we discussed as soon as I have them."

29 Apr 24'

Pauline Hathaway reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"Thankyou Susy for another enjoyable course, hope to see you for the next one "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thanks for attending another workshop Pauline. I hope you were happy with your lovely book and are going to make more!"

24 Mar 24'

Elaine reviewed: Introduction to paper cutting / papercut art - beginners or experienced

"Brilliant Papercutting course, very enjoyable highly recommend, just four people taking the course which worked perfectly. Easy instructions, did well considering I was a beginner. Thank you Suzy"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Elaine. I'm so pleased you liked the workshop and the giraffe you created was lovely."