Lazykate Textiles reviews

4 Sep 16'

Jane Miller reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I've been spinning for about 12 months, completely self-taught and wanted some expert guidance to improve my technique. Cathy is a lovely teacher, very patient and great one-to-one tuition where needed, we were soon off to a great start. I picked up some valuable tips which I take away to my home spinning, newly enthused and raring to go! Thank you, Cathy, for an enjoyable day, friendly atmosphere and an excellent setting, shop and cafe at Black Sheep in Culcheth to make us feel totally spoilt!"

12 May 16'

Sophie C reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Myself and my mother-in-law attended a beginners spinning day with Cathy and Jean this week and it was absolutely fantastic! We both had a wonderful time and had produced our first skein by the end of the day! Cathy and Jean made us so welcome and at ease, it made the whole day fun! It has definitely started something and I can't wait to start practising again! Thank you Cathy and Jean!"

14 Nov 15'

Julie Langham reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Just had a day of beginner's spinning with Cathy and Jean at Knit Wise and it was wonderful! I was given the workshop as a gift - must be one of the best ever birthday presents. At the start of the session I couldn't quite believe I would be able to produce anything useable, but with patient help from both Cathy and Jean, I left with 4 skeins of beautiful yarn that I intend to dye, then knit. All that, with homemade flapjack as a bonus!"

14 Nov 15'

Julie Langham reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Just had a day of beginner's spinning with Cathy and Jean at Knit Wise and it was wonderful! I was given the workshop as a gift - must be one of the best ever birthday presents. At the start of the session I couldn't quite believe I would be able to produce anything useable, but with patient help from both Cathy and Jean, I left with 4 skeins of beautiful yarn that I intend to dye, then knit. All that, with homemade flapjack as a bonus!"

25 Oct 15'

Stacey Howard reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I recently took Cathy's beginner spinning workshop at Black Sheep Wools in Warrington. It was the most fun I've ever had with wool! Having never tried it before, with Cathy's expert tuition I managed to spin 50yds of aran weight yarn! Cathy is so patient & helpful & so is her lovely mum. Thank you Cathy for introducing me to a wonderful craft that I've been longing to try. If you're reading this I strongly recommend you take the class. You will not be disappointed."

18 Oct 15'

Myra McKay reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Saw Cathy's courses advertised, and was intrigued as spinning was something I had never thought of trying. I was taught in a small group, and was encouraged by Cathy's enthusiasm and patience. I had a successful lesson and learnt to spin. At my request Cathy then went out of her way to help me find a wheel of my own. I am now happy to recommend Cathy's courses to anyone who is interested in learning to spin."

18 Oct 15'

Sarah Perry reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"What a fantastic day. As a complete novice I found the explanations and clear instructions easy to follow and I was able to produce not one but two skeins of wool under the patience and encouragement of Cathy. The day was over all too soon. A sure sign that it was a wonderful experience. Thanks Cathy and Mum."

11 Sep 15'

Bal Kaur reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"As a complete novice to spinning, I was rather doubtful that I could turn my own alpaca fibre into something that remotely resembled yarn…after a fantastic day, a lot of encouragement and patience from Cathy, I have come away feeling inspired, with some rather pleasing (and surprising) results as well as some new vocab to impress my friends with (niddy-noddy?!). A highly recommended course."

9 Nov 14'

Mel Withe reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I had a fantastic day learning to spin with Cathy. The small group size meant that there was lots of time for her to spend with each of us coaching and teaching us in avert pacient way. I would highly recommend this course"

21 Mar 14'

Suzy Rowlands reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"A really great day. A wonderful craft to have a go at- very cathartic. Cathy is an excellent tutor, very gentle and encouraging. Just being at Cedar Farm for the day, in itself, is a real treat! Can't wait to return one Wednesday for a "spin-in!""

13 Feb 14'

Isabel Hill reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Really enjoyable day. Classes are in small groups so lots of individual attention and help if you need it. Cathy is very patient and supportive. Really recommend Cathy's course."

8 Feb 14'

Liz reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Excellent tutor, friendly relaxed class. Really enjoyed the day. Thank you Cathy"

11 Nov 13'

Fran Quinn reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I loved this course, Cathy takes you from handling the raw fleece to spinning your first skein, she is patient and thorough. I really recommend this course."

11 Nov 13'

JILL LEDWIDGE reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Fun, friendly, expert tuition and encouragement. What more can I say."

11 Nov 13'

Rosemary Tyler reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I have been to Cathy course, just out of curiosity and was hooked. I now have my own wheel and have encouraged other to go to Cathy's course."

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