Latest reviews

Lynne reviewed: Needle felt a toadstool - online workshop with full kit provided

"I completed Gwen's needle felting bee course, my first live on line course and it was brilliant. Gwen was easy to contact, quick to respond to queries and an excellent teacher. The kit contained loads of wool , plenty to have another go . The class was well run with just enough general chat to make you feel comfortable and lots of help and encouragement. Looking forward to seeing her new designs and trying another course."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Lynne, thank you so much for your lovely review. I’m so pleased you enjoyed it and it would be great to see you again if you fancied joining another workshop at some point :) Best wishes, Gwen"

Lucia Mirfin reviewed: Mosaic Craft Kit - African Elephant Family Set of 2

"Ive not used the kit as yet but really pleased with the packaging & quality products cant wait to get started thank you"

Lucia Mirfin reviewed: Mosaic craft kit for kids or adults: Rainbow Butterfly

"I've not actually done this yet but great packaging & quality products can't wait to get started"

Primrose Mosaics responded:

"So glad your pleased! Enjoy your creative time :)"

Sarah strasser reviewed: Live Online Class - How to Design a Rag Rug

"Wow! 90 minutes went so fast! Every minute filled with detail so that I am now confident to be able to follow through on my idea! A rag rug which I thought I might want to do before, I now know I will do, even though it might take a long time to complete, I know I can & will finish it! Thank you so much Elsbeth, and for organising it Lizzie so I could join from the other side of the world."

Ragged Life responded:

"So pleased we could make it work with the timings Sarah :-), thank you for the review. Happy Rag Rugging Elspeth"

Phil Sutcliffe reviewed: Christmas Macrame Bauble Kit & Course

"Highly recommend this kit. The online video is one of the easiest to follow that I have ever seen. Heather’s voice is very clear ( I found it quite soothing) and her instructions easy to follow. The colours of the recycled cotton are vibrant and the rings are solid. Within 15 minutes I had made my first bauble."

Heather Orr responded:

"Thank you for your review Phil, I'm so glad you enjoyed the course!"

Terri reviewed: Macrame Twist Necklace Kit

"Loved doing this! Arrived quickly and well put together. Easy to use instructions. Found it very therapeutic to make and thrilled with the end result! Thank you! :)"

Crafting with Lyndsey responded:

"Thanks so much for your lovely review Terri. I am so pleased you enjoyed making your necklace, that's great to hear. Thank you for buying the kit. Best wishes Lyndsey"

Lorna Casey reviewed: Irresistible mosaic ornaments - for gardens year round

"Anne has created easy-to-follow online videos for each aspect of the making of mosaic garden decorative ball ornaments and as we currently cannot go out to attend courses etc, it’s been great to learn at home. Lots of visual support along with the resources and where to find them. Thank you Anne ?"

Making Mosaics responded:

"Thanks so much for taking the time to post a review Lorna, like everyone else I am not able to go out, and I'm not seeing my weekly 'face to face' students (except on zoom), so it's good to hear these comments. If you would like to try another course please contact me and I'll send you a discount code, as a thank you. regards, Anne"

Jane Whiteman-Turl reviewed: Beeswax Candle Making Kit: 3 x Beehive Candles

"The kit arrived promptly and was really easy to follow with clear diagrams by the time I did my third I was sure I had mastered the technique. I did enjoy the whole experience and will look to do some more - i think they will make great gifts for family"

Rowhill Candles responded:

"Jane - good afternoon Pleased you enjoyed making the candles and thank you for your kind comments which are appreciated. Kind regards Brian"

Victoria Davies reviewed: Heart Garland Kit

"I'm so glad I sent for this it is better than expected, really easy to make as gifts."

Crafty You Crafty Me responded:

"Hi Victoria, Thanks for the lovely review. I'm so glad you've enjoyed the kit. Sarah"

Alison reviewed: Nalbinding Starter Kit: Nidavellnir's Nalbinding for Beginners Complete Craft Kit (nålbinding, naalbinding, nalebinding, needlebinding)

"Very expensive for 2 x balls of wool, a needle and a short book. Whilst I’m interested to learn this I was very disappointed"

Nidavellnir responded:

"I'm really sorry to see you feel the Starter Kit is only worth 1 star. This kit is self created and self published by myself as an archaeologist & heritage craft specialist. So all my knowledge & expertise of 10years+ has been put into making this resource accessible to those who arent aware of this endangered heritage craft. The wool has been sourced and included to aid in teaching a beginner. The bone needle is ethically sourced,& historically appropriate for teaching this ancient craft. This starter kit has found its home & use mainly within the heritage reenactment community. I'm sorry you feel disappointed in a unique set of resources.The postage includes 1st class Uk Special Delivery,I dispatched this item to you with delivery next working day. I would recommend having a look at my extra resources on youtube to help explain & understand the complexity and skill in the ancient craft of nalbinding."

Jackie Cullum reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"I so much enjoyed the Mandala drawing course with Kathryn. She explained things very well and I was lucky enough to have a one to one session which was relaxing. To understand the history of Mandala, which began with Buddhist monks, and the spread to other cultures was fascinating. I look forward to pursuing the art."

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thanks you, Jackie. I'm so pleased you found it so interesting. I hope what you've learned brings you many happy hours creating new mandalas."

Sue Campling reviewed: 6 Mosaic Coasters Party Pack - Craft Kit

"My 7 year old grandson so enjoyed making these this week with minimal supervision from me ( other than the grouting) he has asked me to order another box as he wants to make more as presents. The self adhesive base made the process easier than using glue."

Crafty You Crafty Me responded:

"Hi Sue, Thanks for the lovely review. I'm glad your grandson enjoyed making the coasters. Sarah."

Victoria Davies reviewed: I love you hearts sewing ring craft kit

"I loved it, lovely fabrics and good quality."

The Wood Cottage Crafts responded:

"Thank you Victoria, so pleased you enjoyed it, I just love the colours of this. Many thanks, enjoy."

Geraldine Gaydon reviewed: Craft kit - needle felt a wire fox terrier

"I received my order promptly. It was beautifully packaged and well presented. I have yet to read the instructions and start making my wire fox terrier but look forward to doing so soon!"

Hilary reviewed: Beginners Weaving Kit with handheld loom, instruction booklet and yarns

"This is a great little kit and I am impressed with the comprehensive instruction and information booklet that came with it. I have done lots of crafting, patchwork, quilting etc during lockdown but wanted to try something new that would keep me absorbed. This is perfect."

Nicki reviewed: Needle felt a toadstool - online workshop with full kit provided

"Brilliant class, really enjoyed learning a new craft. Gwen was a fantastic teacher and really put me at ease. Really pleased with how my bee turned out, mad there’s enough wool in the kit to make at least one more. Thankyou so much for a lovely afternoon!"

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop Nicki! It was lovely meeting you and your little dog :). Thank you so much for your kind review, it really does mean a lot. Happy crafting and best wishes, Gwen"

Angela Leon reviewed: Needle felt a toadstool - online workshop with full kit provided

"Gwen is very sweet and an amazing facilitator. The kit arrives two weeks before the course with everything you need. I was worried about having the class in the zoom, worry no, you won't miss anything, you will be able to see all the demonstration cristal clear. I definitely looking to take another class with her."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Hi Angela. Thank you so much for your lovely review and for being such great company during the workshop :). It would be great if you fancied joining another workshop in the future. But in the meantime, happy crafting and I look forward to seeing those felted soaps. Best wishes, Gwen :)"

Carole Gatrell reviewed: All about honey - tasting and cheese pairing

"From the moment I unpacked the parcel from Beesitter, it was obvious that great thought and care had been given to presentation and content of the package. The colour co-ordination and various little touches heightened the anticipation of the workshop, and I was not disappointed. Agnes has not only an excellent knowledge of and enthusiasm for her subject, but she is able to communicate this in an accessible way, making for an interesting and fun evening. My sense of taste obviously has along way to go, but I enjoyed the different honeys and cheeses very much and learnt so much about bees, their habitat and their importance in the world that I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone. Many thanks Agnes, and best wishes for the future. Carole"

Lynn Harvey reviewed: Needle felt a toadstool - online workshop with full kit provided

"Really enjoyed needle felting a bee with Gwen. I was a complete beginner and thought the relaxed tuition and social interaction with others was superb."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Lynn! I am so pleased that you enjoyed the workshop. It really was lovely meeting you. Best wishes, Gwen :)"

Ursula Wimhurst reviewed: Needle felt a toadstool - online workshop with full kit provided

"I thought it was a great workshop. Gwen was very warm and helpful and I quickly felt very relaxed in the class and found learning the needle point felting really enjoyable. It was lovely that there was time to chat with others in the group also. Thankyou very much Gwen for a lovely class."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Aw, thank you so much for your lovely review! I'm delighted that you enjoyed it. It was lovely meeting you both. I hope you find some time to do some more felting again in future, your bees were lovely :)"

Heidi reviewed: Family & Friends 4 x bronze hare kit using air-drying clay - including on-line video with Jo Garden Art

"Not just a 'good hare day' but a brilliant one! Four friends, different households, zoom and away we went. The kit was excellent; instruction sheet, tools, materials, access to the video. The video excellent too and a great reference. Thoroughly enjoyed the sculpting, painting and final bronzing and we all have very different results. We would all happily recommend the 4 person kit and look forward to being able to join the workshop in person."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Oh wow Heidi! Your hare is amazing - as mentioned in the video, I generally guide people away from putting face details as it can go a bit wrong - but you have nailed it - really well done ;-) And knowing you had a friends zoom session is very heart warming. Thank you for your lovely review - I'm really glad you all enjoyed your time making the hares and hope to see you in person soon. Jo x"

Cat Rovira reviewed: Beginning spinning on zoom

"Cath taught me with huge patience, competence and knowledge."

Beechwood Crafts responded:

"Thanks Cat, It was a pleasure to meet you and see the progress you made in such a short time. bet wishes Cath"

Susanne Kingston reviewed: Mindfulness clay workshop - relax and recharge with clay 'I need clay'

"Sarah is a great facilitator, open, friendly and welcoming. Session was enjoyable and relaxing."

Sarah Core Arts responded:

"Thanks very much for your review Susanne. I am glad you enjoyed the session and hope you continue to explore your voice in clay. Very best wishes Sarah"

Nicola Down reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"Very well thought through workshop. I had a lovely morning with Kathryn, who has the gift of being able to inform and be knowledgeable on an interesting topic and also be good fun. I would recommend this to everyone. Very good for my lockdown well being. Thank you and long may my compass rule!"

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thank you so much, Nicola. That is kind of you to say so. And thank you for booking a second class. Looking forward to it."

Harriet reviewed: Bronze clay sculpture kit: sleeping cat

"Fabulous kit and great video. Really has inspired me to do more! Mega chuffed with the results my sleeping cat looks great! Though I am clearly bias! I would recommend this as a great gift with brilliant instructions. A pleasure to recieve and to make!!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Harriet - and also for the photos you sent me - fabulous! Lovely to hear you will do more clay work - enjoy! ;-) Jo x"