ToDot Handcrafted Goods reviews

5 Apr 24'

kristofer williamson reviewed: Cocktail ring making with wire wrapping - Newcastle

"She is great. She knows her stuff. If you have any questions, she will provide you with the answers. There's a lot of stuff to pick from so you make whatever you like. 110% great. Would re-book any time. Fun and nice morning making . "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Nice to see you again Kristofer! I’m glad you enjoyed it! Claire "

15 Mar 24'

Kaz reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"I had so much fun making silver clay jewellery yesterday - I’m in love with it. Claire is amazing - surprised it was only me so it was personal tuition, she knew her stuff, passed on useful hints and tips, was a very good tutor. My friends love the pieces I made. Would definitely recommend - intact I’ll possibly book resin and other courses with Claire"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"I’m so pleased you enjoyed the workshop! Thank you ☺️ "

13 Nov 23'

Anna Szuminnska reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"An excellent introduction to resin jewellery making. Claire was generous with her information and her materials as well as being brilliant with our Josh who needs a little extra support. "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you. It was a pleasure to show Josh the basics of resin making. Claire "

12 Nov 23'

Jenny reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"I expected a proper work shop, but the course was set in a converted garage/room of the house. Such a small room /space. There were only 3 of us who attended, any more would have be too many. I was hoping for more practical help and a thorough explanation of the process. It felt more suited for the casual amateur or for young children for a fun treat activity. Because I was sat at the end of the table I felt that I was very much overlooked and generally left to get on with it. The two other ladies that were in this session were getting their work checked regularly and I noticed the host used the flame to help remove bubbles from their setting jewellery, however when I asked for my items to be checked she just told me to use a spray bottle of alcohol and didn't check my work. When I read up about using alcohol spray apparently this can damage the resin and discolour it. Again, I wanted my pendants checked as I had spoilt the silver frames by using too much resin, so I asked for help (as the pendants needed to be rescued) but the host didn't check again and said she would clean them up before sending them on to me. However, when I received them they hadn't been cleaned up. I definitely felt it wasn't worth the money; we all paid the same fee so we should all get the same help and attention. Maybe I just picked the wrong course this time."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Many thanks … for your feedback and I’m sorry you were disappointed with your experience overall. My room was converted into a studio which happens to be part of the house and I have a maximum of 3 in my room at any one time so that I can give the appropriate attention to all the pupils. I have ran numerous courses over the years and have never received any negative feedback on the room. On the day I showed examples of what can be made and I did explain the process and completed a full demonstration before attendees started any work with the resin. It is a taster class which I advertise as being suitable for people with no prior experience. Attendees in the past have returned to gain further experience so it can be progressed over additional/longer workshops. On your point on using alcohol spray - it is in the guidance to use in small amounts for any bubbles in resin so please rest assured this is not an issue. In regard to your pieces, I spent 4 days after the workshop checking the pieces and cleaning them up. The one piece you are unhappy with is perhaps one process I won’t offer in the future. It is a tricky piece and perhaps should be used by those more experienced. I didn’t want to touch your pieces when you mentioned you’d overfilled them as I didn’t want to disturb the drying resin. After it was cured I felt any removal of excess would damage the main piece due to the thinness. You were able to make 2 pairs of earrings and 5 pendants which were, for a complete beginner, a great achievement in my view. Claire "

2 Nov 23'

Barb reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Great fun, quality results and good value for money ! "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😊 "

22 Sep 23'

Annie reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Loved this course, Claire was lovely and very helpful. Would recommend this 100%"

6 Sep 23'

Suzanne reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"We spent a lovely 2 hours making resin necklaces, pendants and earrings. Claire was very welcoming and patient and gave us lots of guidance and ideas. As the resin takes a while to set, she very kindly sent our jewellery on to us, having attached lovely chains, cords and earring hooks. I am so delighted with the end result and will be wearing my jewellery with pride! Thank you Claire. I would definitely recommend this course."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Suzanne! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!"

9 Jun 23'

Monica reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"I really enjoyed my silver clay course. Claire was friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. I returned home proud of the items that I had made and full of enthusiasm for trying projects of my own at home, with the confidence to do so. Thank you Claire."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!"

17 Apr 23'

Laura Guzman reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"My son attended the class and he was really happy with all he learned! Claire was really patient, she guided and motivated him throughout the class. He could work at his own pace providing the details that he wanted to his creations. He learned how to use silver clay, a material he had never heard about. He also learned about polishing and using the tools correctly! He wants to take more classes in the future. We really recommend this class"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review it was lovely to meet your son!"

14 Mar 23'

Kirsty & Marie reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"We had a great time. Claire was a fantastic host and we made some lovely pieces. Highly recommend. Thank you."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"I’m so glad you enjoyed it!"

4 Mar 23'

Wendy reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Enjoyable, informative workshop and claire was friendly and welcoming. I really enjoyed making and learning a new technique. Highly recommend booking this workshop if you enjoy making art and crafts"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Wendy! The bookmarks have turned out lovely! Claire "

3 Feb 23'

Sue Anderson reviewed: Cocktail ring making with wire wrapping - Newcastle

"First class loved it !"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thanks Sue!"

26 Dec 22'

Chloe reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"A really great course which was informative, interesting and fun! Claire was welcoming and friendly and always there to give helpful support and guidance. It was a great experience and we left with some amazing pieces of jewellery and new skills. Would definitely recommend! "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Chloe I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Claire "

9 Dec 22'

Danielle reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Really great course. Lovely morning making ear rings and learning how to use and mix resin. Lots of materials and colours to work with and great instruction. Would definitely recommend if you want to learn something new.👍"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Danielle. You made some great earrings!"

23 Oct 22'

Claire reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"What a fantastic course! I had a great time making my jewellery and took some lovely pieces home. Claire made me feel welcome and expertly explained every step of the process to such a degree that i feel able to take this up as a hobby at home. Thoroughly recommend!"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Claire! So glad you enjoyed it "

23 Oct 22'

kristofer reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"She is great and lovely. My friend came with me to do it as well. Helped my friend to make gifts, they came out well, told my friend how do thing the right way . so helpful . know all about the resin you can get . thanks a gen "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Great to see you again Kristofer. So glad you enjoyed the workshop. Claire "

14 Aug 22'

KRISTOFER reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Was great. I knew the lovely work she did , and learned good things you can add into your own work . She helps you get it right and tells you how do it at home . Talks to you all the time so you do right first time. Not too hard to get to, my sat nav took me to other street but her new home is across the road. It was grate and lovely, 1000% RECOMMEND IT "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you so much for the review! I’m glad you enjoyed it"

2 May 22'

Gill reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"I attended the beginners silver clay workshop last week and I loved it! Claire is lovely, makes you feel at ease and explains everything so well. I have already been recommending the course and hoping I might get back to attend another one of Claire's workshops in the future."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"I’m so glad you enjoyed the workshop Gill! Thank you! Claire "

13 Apr 22'

Heidi Watson reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Had an amazing day at the Resin Jewellery Workshop yesterday with Claire, brilliant teacher explained everything really well. Made some lovely pieces of jewellery."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Heidi! You made some lovely jewellery! Claire"

4 Apr 22'

Ella reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"This course was excellent. I was a complete beginner but have come away confident enough to attempt this in the comfort of my own home. Claire was friendly, helpful, informative and knowledgable. I would recommend this course and will look book further courses in the future. Thank you Claire."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Ella it was really nice to meet you. I look forward to seeing what you make in the future!"

7 Mar 22'

Craig reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"I booked this course with Claire as a gift for my partner who makes jewellery with sea glass and other materials. After the course she was absolutely buzzing with ideas and very excited to develop her Silverclay skills. The course delivered real practical insights and she came home with 2 amazing quality worked examples. My partner also came away with a complete shopping list of tools and a full method of how to get started as a beginner with Silverclay and pitfalls to avoid. It will certainly save a lot of time and effort in practice materials having invested in expert tuition. She had a great time and was very happy. Would definitely recommend as a gift to someone interested in jewellery making."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you Craig for your review and I’m so pleased Jolanta enjoyed the workshop!"

2 Mar 22'

Anne reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"We so enjoyed our silver clay course with Claire. Everything was demonstrated and explained clearly in a friendly informative way.The workshop was well equipped and we both completed pieces of silver jewellery to take home along with a confident introduction to a hobby we could pursue as Claire provided us with information to assist us."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Lovely to meet yourself and Emily. I look forward to seeing what you continue to make! Thank you. Claire"

10 Dec 21'

Mary reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"Anne and I are still excited after attending Claire’s workshop yesterday. We came away with beautiful pendants, having had the best teaching and attention from Claire. We are well and truly hooked and now have all the basic skills to start our new hobby. Thank you Claire!"

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"It was lovely to meet you both. The pieces you made were amazing even more so as it was your first time with silver clay!"

13 Jul 21'

Rozhin Rezavandi reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"This workshop was great and I learned many thing from Claire,she was so lovely and patient and teached me everything that I needed by details, It was really good experience for me."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Aw thank you Rozhin. It was lovely to meet you!"

2 Jul 21'

Sylvia reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"This course was fab, Claire is lovely and a really good teacher. I'd never done anything like this before but somehow managed to produce an amazing piece of jewellery in just three hours! I came away feeling inspired and I'm keen to practice what I learned at home. Thank you."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thank you so much Sylvia! So pleased you enjoyed it and I look forward to seeing what you continue to make! Claire"