The River Shop reviews

5 Jun 22'

Tony reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Great introduction. Richard is a great tutor! Cant wait for part 2."

5 Jun 22'

Julian reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Arrived knowing nothing about Epoxy Resin. Richard shared information with the group in a very patient and friendly way, and we all learnt so much. Starting with setting and creating a sealed frame, and inserting live edged timber, to mixing the epoxy resin to the correct formula, adding colour and pouring it into the frame to create the miniature (very miniature) live edged table. A fab way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Highly recommended."

31 May 22'

Daiva reviewed: Epoxy Resin Art Masterclass: Seascapes

"Lovely experience, I really enjoyed. Seascape coasters that I created look nice and other students' work also looked great when we finished. It took me 1hr 40 min to travel to the studio because I live far away but it was worth it and I would do it again. It was great to learn and to see how other students do it, also - learn from our mistakes. I'll be attending other classes in a future."

28 May 22'

Maximilian Allison reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"This course was great. The instructor, Richard, was very helpful and made the task very approachable and safe. The pace of the class was good, it was efficient but explanatory. I will be returning again and would recommend this to anyone interested in starting woodwork!"

9 May 22'

Ellie reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Had a great afternoon on the beginners epoxy resin workshop on Saturday 7th May. Richard was great at explaining everything and I gained a lot of knowledge. Can't wait to receive my block. I have even planned my next project and built the mould ready to do a pour. Fabulous course!"

8 May 22'

karen hayhoe reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"I really enjoyed my afternoon yesterday and cant wait to see how my mini river block turned out! I'm looking forward to experimenting at home first, but would definitely return for another course. Richard was a patient and fun tutor and was very generous with his knowledge and tips."

8 May 22'

Ahmet reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"The class was very good, informative, relaxed and fun from the beginning. Even though I didn’t know much about Epoxy resin I left the class with so much helpful information. Richard was calm, patient and was explaining every detail very well. I’m looking forward to our next classes. Excellent."

7 May 22'

Jill Rock reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Very thorough very careful - basic info with thoughts for further works. Amazing how much can happen in a morning. - enjoyable too."

7 May 22'

Nicola L reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Richard was so helpful and patient and the course was great fun, creative and interesting. I’ll definitely be doing more!"

3 May 22'

George Robertson reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"Great course! We were skilfully guided through the day by Richard. As well as being a great teacher he is a top guy and this was a big factor in the day being a success. All aspects of the course were thorough especially health and safety. Using the various power tools was my particular favourite activity. The end product was beyond my expectations. I am already looking to see which course I can do next."

30 Apr 22'

Sarah Brown reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"What a great day! As a total beginner I learned a great deal about the process, machinery and safety elements of woodworking (special shout out the dust extraction, us asthmatics appreciate that!) It was a well run, friendly, funny and enjoyable day. I ended up with a very fine bread board I am proud of and i'll be back for more classes. Thankyou!!"

17 Apr 22'

Lucy Mackenzie reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop Part Two - Resin Finishing

"Really enjoyed part two! Recommend everyone comes back and does it, so great to see the end result!"

9 Apr 22'

Su Leppard reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"I really enjoyed the beginners epoxy resin course, Richard was great at explaining the basics and answering all queries. I recommend bringing a notepad to jot down relevant info, as well as having some idea of what colours you want to use and design you want to achieve. Highly recommended."

8 Apr 22'

Christine Yates reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Really enjoyed the course. Would recommend to anyone who wants to learn more about working with resin."

7 Apr 22'

Linda reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Excellent course. Covered all the basics and I now feel confident to carry on myself with some chance of success. Highly recommended."

6 Apr 22'

Kathryn Yates reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"I booked this course for my daughter, Christine for a bithday present. Very good website and easy to do. She had a fantastic time and learnt a lot from Richard, who was very knowledgable and patient. My daughter and i would thoroughly recommend this excellent course."

5 Apr 22'

Jen reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Thanks Richard for a lovely day It was good to learn resin fundamentals Cant wait to start experimenting with some!"

4 Apr 22'

Marius reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"First experience with epoxy resin and I have to say Richard can share his knowledge in a easy to understand terms. Loved that we were given the freedom when mixing the pigments. Anyone who's interested in creating using epoxy, shouldn't miss Richard's courses."

25 Mar 22'

Antony Lynall reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"What a superb time we had! Richard covered all the areas we were wanting to learn about with enthusiasm, knowledge and in a great environment. It has given me everything I needed to get going on my own projects. Very exciting!"

24 Mar 22'

Simon Lynall reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop Part Two - Resin Finishing

"Richard was very knowledgeable and good attention to detail, clearly an expert in his field. Thank you!"

14 Mar 22'

Hayley Wedgbury reviewed: Epoxy resin river coffee table workshop

"This class is well worth the investment. I now have the confidence to execute all of my epoxy resin ideas, using wood for console/coffee tables and moulds to create beautiful decorative home accessories. Richard is a master at his craft and an excellent teacher. I highly recommended this course."

14 Mar 22'

Adam Mustafa reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"This was a really amazing class. Richard was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable, it was very well worth the money and I can not wait to do all the courses available. Extremely great space and class!"

10 Mar 22'

Matt reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"I attended the course due to an obsession with resin - and I'm so glad I did. Richard really knows his stuff, and had an excellent way of sharing that information, tailoring what he says to people of different abilities. Someone has left a review saying Richard was 'stand offish'. They must have been at a different course!"

9 Mar 22'

Alice Simpson reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Anyone contemplating doing anything with Epozy Resin needs to do this course. I learnt a huge amount in only 2 and a half hours. My only criticism was that I would have liked a hand out with everything I had learnt on the course. My 56 year old brain can only remember so much. Having said that, just make sure you take a pen and paper to write your own notes. Richard is such a great instructor. He made the course fun and interesting. Highly recommend."

8 Mar 22'

Hameeda reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Thank you Richard for a wonderful afternoon learning the basics of resin pouring and measuring. This is the first time I have I have used resin but I feel a lot more confident in tackling my own projects with the knowledge I have gained."