Kate Morrell willow sculpture reviews

28 Nov 19'

Ming Tang reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"This is my second time with Kate, I made a heron on the first course and a baby deer on this occasion. Kate is so artistic and really brings her eye to helping you get the best proportions and correct anatomy, so that your piece not only looks great, but has a genuine likeness and personality! I will definitely recommend this course, lovely atmosphere and food, and Kate is truly patient and passionate about her craft."

15 Oct 19'

B Collins reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Had a really enjoyable day on this course. The finished result is beyond what I thought would be possible as a beginner, mainly due to Kate’s patient guidance and expertise. I imagined going home with a small willow animal, but came home with a full sized standing duck! My sister created an impressive full sized heron which looks amazing next to her pond. Kate is very welcoming and has such a calm nature which puts everyone at ease. I was lost in the moment for most of the day so as well as being productive it was also a very relaxing day. Lunch was delicious, with homemade soup, sandwiches, flatbreads and a delicious slice of homemade cake. Kate made sure everyone received 1:1 attention and guidance as well as instructing us as a group. I would definitely recommend this course, it was beyond my expectations."

11 Oct 19'

Kim Worthington reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Kate is friendly and enthusiastic. I was welcomed into her home along with 6 others. We could choose which animal we wanted to create and I chose a wren. Most of the others chose cranes and ducks. I think in hindsight I should have gone with the rest of the class, as they were taken through each step in the process. I could, of course, apply the techniques to my bird but there were differences in what I needed to do. Having said that, it was great fun and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. Kate came round to each of us individually to coach and encourage. She was in no rush to finish the day, and gave clear instruction with patience and humour. We were treated to an excellent lunch which included an enormous slice of homemade carrot cake made to her Mum's recipe. Thank you Kate. I had a lovely day."

5 Oct 19'

Rachel Thompson reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Two of us attended Kate's workshop today. Complete novices and we actually came home having completed a heron each! Kind instruction from Kate, a warm welcome and lovely lunch. This was gifted to us by a family member so its lovely to be able to say a huge thank you to Kate and to our family for the gift too. I highly recommend this to anyone as a beginning. One course may not be enough."

10 Aug 19'

Helen reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Spent a lovely day with Kate learning how to make a willow sculpture. Never done this craft before and found Kate's instruction helpful and patient; she kept me on track so that I had a finished item by the end of the day, a heron. The workshop was held in Kate's beautiful garden and she provided refreshments and a lovely lunch. Very enjoyable and fantastic to come away with a finished item. Planning my next visit with a friend to develop my skills."

21 Jul 19'

Jane Hall reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Another fantastic day with Kate, this time making a rabbit - totally different from the dragonfly I made the first time I attended her workshop. Kate is very enthusiastic, helpful and really knows how to work her magic with willow! I will definitely be going back a third time - I have room for a small menagerie of animals in the garden. Thanks again Kate."

21 Jul 19'

Anne Boulger reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I’ve just returned from Kate’s wonderful workshop. It really was a fabulous day. Kate is so knowledgeable about her craft and definitely has an eye for form. She is patient and helpful and so relaxed with it all so in turn your more relaxed and enjoy what your creating. I left with a very big heron and I’ve passed the pictures all round my friends and the response is amazing. Thank you so much Kate...... I definitely will be back."

1 Jul 19'

Cath Mears & Linda palmer reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"We thoroughly enjoyed our Willow Sculpture workshop. Excellent tutoring from Kate. We made a heron and a hare which we are very proud of. Kate was most helpful, informative and creative. She was very attentive and made sure we were on the right track all the time and was more than happy to help us whenever we asked. Kate has a great workshop environment and lots of sculptures for ideas and inspiration. A great day out with a lovely lunch thrown in. Highly recommended. Thank you Kate."

5 Jun 19'

Julie reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"A huge thank you to Kate and Dave for our lovely day with you. We were a group of 7 adults, including my brother and brother-in-law, who were a little reticent at the outset. By the end of the day, we had enjoyed a very nice lunch in the garden, (served by Dave) and with Kate's patient, gentle assistance, we had produced 3 mallards, 2 herons and 2 running ducks - all of them looking splendid. The men had taken to the task very well and secretly enjoyed every minute, as did the rest of us. I am especially grateful to Kate and Dave for all the extra thoughtful touches you provided in celebration of my big round number birthday- including decorations, serviettes and the most fabulous cake. You really are a very special talented lady. We all had a wonderful full day and I would not hesitate to recommend Kate's courses to anyone. Thank you so much."

26 May 19'

Holly Bryan reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Loved my birthday present of willow weaving with Kate and ended up making a squirrel. Kate was extremely helpful and patient and assisted to create a sculpture that I ended up being really proud of. The workshop is in beautiful surroundings (her lovely garden) and lunch was nice too. I hope to come back again. Highly recommended!"

12 May 19'

Jane reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Had a fabulous day with Kate making a dragonfly. Thoroughly delighted with it - just need to finish off the infill in the wings at home, as I ran out of time. Kate is very talented and very patient with you. Lunch was lovely sat in the garden. What a way to spend a Saturday - wonderful!! I shall definitely be going back to make something else. Thank you Kate."

11 May 19'

Lorna reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Had a really great day, lovely lunch, and made a great duck! We had never done this before so were complete novices, but we managed to leave with a complete duck each. I would definitely recommend this course."

5 May 19'

Michael Walters reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"We came along with zero skills and a desire to create: we were not disappointed! It was a very relaxing day in Kate’s lovely home with a small group. By the end, a couple of herons, rabbits and a giant chicken were all made (& looked great!). For me, my proudest moment: Derek the giant Dodo was born in the room! Plenty of refreshments, a lovely lunch and some good banter throughout: Kate is a great artist, able to help guide us to our destination. Highly recommended! Lovely to meet Borris the Schnauzer too :)"

6 Apr 19'

Ispouse reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Kate is an excellent teacher - patient and very good at showing/explaining what needs to be done. To start without a scratch of knowledge and to come away with a substantially sized heron within one day is truly amazing. Highly recommended. Thanks Kate!"

1 Apr 19'

Stella Preston reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"A really enjoyable day spent with my two daughters at Kate's lovely home. I am very proud of my beautiful willow heron, thank you Kate for all of your help and encouragement. Thanks also to Dave for a delicious lunch. Stella P"

1 Apr 19'

Brenda Harvey reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Have just had a wonderful day at Kate's with my mum and sister. We each managed to make a beautiful heron (mine is called Harry) despite never having tried willow sculpting before. Kate was very patient and always on hand to help with the shaping as our masterpieces progressed - so our creations really do look like herons! Would highly recommend this course, we are all very happy with our finished birds. Thank you Kate, we will be back. Thanks also to Dave for the lovely lunch (and Cake!). Brenda H"

27 Mar 19'

Carol Evans reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"What a wonderful day. Kate and David made me feel very welcome along with Boris the family dog. Kate is a very talented artist and sculptor. Lots of enthusiasm and patience ensuring we all had an equal amount of her time . I had a wonderful day and came away with a great lop eared bunny , cant wait for the next workshop . Many thanks to you both"

17 Mar 19'

Heather reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"What a great day! Welcomed by Kate and David in to their lovely home. Great tuition from Kate and fabulous lunch from David. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly banter added to the experience. We all left with our fabulous woven sculptures and I am the proud owner of an Indian running duck now named Gerald. Kate is a very talented artist, and willow sculptress and examples of her work are just fabulous. Thank you both for a great day and kate especially your patience. I will be back again I’m sure."

17 Mar 19'

Angela reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"This was a brilliant course to go on, with no experience at all everyone came home with a really good willow sculpture. Both Kate and husband were so helpful. Kate was a really patient and knowledgeable teacher whilst Dave produced a delicious soup and sandwich lunch. I would recommend this course to anyone."

26 Jan 19'

L Pearson reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Fantastic day working hard under Kate's very patient supervision. I completed a heron which is taller than me very satisfying. Would recommend this for someone who enjoys doing something different. The lunch was very tasty thanks to dave."

21 Jan 19'

Rob reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"An enjoyable day with other like-minded types spent creating a small willow sculpture under the expert guidance of Kate at her workshop/home. From thinking I'd never be able to create anything at the start of the day, at the end I had a pheasant which actually looked like a pheasant!....It was a lovely space to work in, and we all enjoyed the lunch provided. All in all an informative and fun day, as well as producing a unique piece of craft to take home and display."

20 Jan 19'

julia lynn reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"just spent the most lovely day at Kates Willow Weaving day with my three Arty chums . We between us made Darwin the Duck, Hettie the Heron, Tilly the Tortoise and Ruby the Rabbit . Fabulous fun with a very skilfull and patient teacher. Kate managed with the four of us choosing to make a different sculpture each and guided and helped us all with a smile. Very friendly and welcoming, lovely lunch and many cups of tea ....just a perfect day out Thank you"

17 Jan 19'

Odette reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Really enjoyed learning how to weave willow - Kate shares her knowledge and passion and tricks for taming the willow, friendly and relaxed and a treat to bring home our own creations at the end of the day. My kiwi has received lots of compliments and has pride of place in the house now! Thank you Kate and also Dave for the tasty lunch, much appreciated."

27 Nov 18'

Zara reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"The willow weaving course was a gift for my birthday and what a great gift it turned out to be. The course is held at Kate's home, the perfect setting to get creative sat by the warmth of the log burner and taking in the views of the garden. In preparation for us arriving Kate had gathered examples of animal sculptures she had done so we had visuals to reference to throughout the day. Kate is very knowledgable, patient and was great at getting round to each of us individually to support and advise. Kate's husband was busy preparing a fresh homecooked lunch for us which was greatly received after a morning of crafting. I am surprised with myself at what I achieved, I made a boxing hare for our soon to be arriving babies nursery and I am so proud of it. With regards value for money Kate's course is a steal..... especially based on the size of the hare I came home with and the price you see willow sculptures at local garden centres. Thank you again.... I would consider booking again even if just to make a different animal... but feel confident enough to maybe have a little go at home!"

13 Oct 18'

Diana Hampton reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Thank you for such a great day. You made me very welcome and you obviously love your willow work and this shows through when showing us how to make things. This course was a present from my husband and he was so surprised when I bought home a duck - which looked like a duck!!! Kate is an excellent teacher, friendly, helpful and so patient - which she needed to be. I would certainly recommend this course to anyone. She provided plenty of hot drinks and the homemade lunch was excellent too. I'm no artist and found that you don't need to be to make an willow animal. Kate shows you a picture of your choosen animal/bird/insect and shows you how to go about it. She will help you when you need it, but guides you. I would love to come on another course some day and possibly make another creature! I'm so pleased that I learnt how to do basic willow weaving. Thanks again, Diana"