The Willow Barn reviews

8 Jul 19'

Anne Stobbs Thompson reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"Third course I’ve been on with Victoria , great day, smashing teacher, lovely work space, brilliant end result. Problem now is I need a bigger garden to accommodate all the willow sculptures. Can’t recommend it enough ?"

7 Jul 19'

Claire Weighell reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"Fantastic workshop, love my hare and pheasant. Victoria is a great teacher. Felt very welcome and loads of tea. Thanks Victoria, a great day out."

4 Jun 19'

Louise reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"A brilliant day at The Willow Barn! Victoria was a great host. I love my willow hare and it has been admired by all. I am already planning my next visit and the endless cups of tea were a bonus!"

3 Jun 19'

Kay reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"Loved our day at The Willow Barn! So pleased with my willow hare, it’s already had many compliments. Victoria is a great teacher and the cups of tea were much appreciated! Thank you ?"

3 Jun 19'

Jan H reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"A brilliant course. Really enjoyed the whole day. Good instructions and plentiful cups of tea ! My hare is happily looking out of the kitchen window at the moment. I will definitely be going back to do another animal."

2 Jun 19'

Denise Simpson reviewed: Willow Hare/Rabbit Workshop

"Another great workshop. Really enjoyed it. My hare is happily settled into the garden with my piglet and reindeer. Why buy when you can make your own. ?? Thanks Victoria"

17 Mar 19'

Sue Summers reviewed: Willow Chicken / Duck / Pheasant Weaving Workshop

"Had a fab time constructing Daffy Duck! Family were amazed! Husband was expecting a duck billed platypus! Daffy will be great company for Darren the Dragonfly in our courtyard garden. Can't wait for the weather to pick up so they can go out to play!! Thanks Victoria for your patience and encouragement. I had a lovely day, good company and bonus -learnt new skills."

13 Mar 19'

Christine Hunton reviewed: Willow Chicken / Duck / Pheasant Weaving Workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed my willow duck making session , even though it evolved into an angry goose! I’ve had a lot of compliments since bringing it ( her) home . Thanks very much"

9 Sep 18'

Suzanne Elliott reviewed: Willow Chicken / Duck / Pheasant Weaving Workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Aims were made clear, and equipment, refreshments and friendly atmosphere all provided. Plus I came away having made a willow sculpture I'm proud of! Highly recommended."

9 Sep 18'

Michelle reviewed: Willow Chicken / Duck / Pheasant Weaving Workshop

"A great course and Victoria was very welcoming. The instructions were really easy to follow and everyone had a great time with the willow. My chicken is already in the garden."

4 Sep 18'

Kath Smith reviewed: Willow Framed Basket Making Day - Complete Beginners

"I am so proud of what I achieved! This course exceeded all my expectations and I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much Victoria for a truly memorable day. Very well organised, informative, challenging and fun. I will be recommending you to my friends."

2 Sep 18'

Liz Cummings reviewed: Willow Framed Basket Making Day - Complete Beginners

"Thanks for a lovely day Victoria. You provided a very relaxed atmosphere, just right for learning and I'm delighted with my finished basket. I enjoyed the company of the other ladies which made it an interesting,friendly and fun day."

2 Sep 18'

Toshi Beveridge reviewed: Willow Framed Basket Making Day - Complete Beginners

"With lots of help and encouragement from Victoria, I managed to finish a basket at the end of the day. It now sits proudly on the dining table. Thank you for a wonderful day."

2 Jun 18'

Sarah Jones reviewed: Willow Framed Basket Making Day - Complete Beginners

"A fantastic day! Victoria is very entertaining, and also a very good teacher. You always have a substantial piece of work to take home - which actually looks like what it is supposed to!"

11 Mar 18'

Sandra Shipley reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"I really enjoyed the willow class and meeting with Victoria. She's really good at keeping the class interested in the history of willow. Her expertise is amazing with items she has made and with her help I now have a willow piglet which I am very proud of making. Excellent class, great coffee and biscuits. Would recommend highly. Thanks."

10 Mar 18'

Paula reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"Enjoyed making wicker chickens with Victoria. A lovely way to spend a Saturday."

8 Mar 18'

Sylvia Raine reviewed: Willow Dragonfly Workshop

"An enjoyable day, with a good "creation" to take home. Victoria was relaxed and chatty, but also very informative and "hands-on" when needed. I felt I learned a lot, and would be interested in learning more, with another of her craft courses. I have never attended such a course before (it was a birthday gift from my daughter who also attended) so I have no experience of others, therefore I am only giving it a "good" rather than an "excellent" but I cannot fault it as an enjoyable experience."

8 Mar 18'

Jeremy Shaw reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"I really enjoyed making Rasher; my piglet. Victoria is an excellent teacher who clearly explains the process in making the piglet. I'd recommend the course to anyone."

19 Dec 17'

Diane Swan reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"Excellent course. Victoria is an excellent and patient teacher and we all came away with something that looked like a reindeer. This was a fun day out and definitely was value for money. Would recommend the willow course to anyone, you do not have to particularly gifted at crafting just be prepared to work hard at your creation."

19 Dec 17'

Beverley Clifton reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"We set off on a very snowy day wondering if we got there would we ever get home! The house was easy to find and although cold at first it soon warmed up . Never having done anything like this before I was apprehensive about the day ahead. I should not have worried, everyone was so friendly and throughout the day was had such a laugh. Every step was well explained and examples shown were easy to follow. We all found different sections more challenging than others but help was always at hand. Plenty of hot drinks and Christmas stolen kept us going . I was pleasantly surprised at the large size of our reindeer. All the finished reindeer were different but all were recognisable as a Christmas reindeer. Mine now has pride of place outside my front door at home. An excellent day out with an excellent model that I will keep for many years . Looking forward to my next course."

19 Dec 17'

Amanda reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"A fun day - we were guided every step of the way and I am really pleased with my reindeer!"

18 Dec 17'

Christine Hunton reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"Excellent course, tailored to meet the needs of the whole group. Absolutely delighted with my reindeer. Thank you"

18 Dec 17'

Lisa Collingwood reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day, well paced and worth every penny. Now have a wonderful Christmas Reindeer full of lights for the garden."

18 Dec 17'

Denise B Simpson reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"Brilliant as normal. This is my 3rd craft day with Victoria. Love my Rudolph sooooo much. Thankyou ? looking forward to more classes in 2018. Merry Christmas"

18 Dec 17'

Marie Hallas reviewed: Willow Christmas reindeer

"Had a great day at the reindeer making workshop. Victoria was very helpful and patient, teaching us total beginners. I bought this as a Christmas present for myself, my mum and sisters. We had a fun day out and all came home with a reindeer to be proud of. Well worth the money, would highly recommend this course."

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