Smallholding Secrets

Contact name: Hayley Steel

10
Total bookings

Rating

(6)

over 3 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I spent much of my early childhood playing on my great grandmother's farm, dreaming of farming myself. My dreams came true when aged 13, my parents bought a smallholding in Carmarthenshire. As an adult, I worked in hospitality and then became a teacher, but was always anchored by the work on the smallholding. In 2021, I set up Smallholding Secrets to give others a taste of smallholding life and a chance to learn how to work with raw sheep and alpaca fleece by offering courses.

Courses, kits & gifts

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KIDWELLY

Peg loom weaving a seat pad

5 hours

Next date: 4th May 2025

3 places left

(6)

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

16 Apr 25'

Vanessa Williams reviewed: Peg loom weaving a seat pad

"I had a wonderful day making a seat pad with wool from Hayley’s sheep. I felt relaxed and unhurried and the day slipped by. Hayley is a great teacher and puts you at ease. A delicious lunch plus plenty of tea and Welsh cakes kept us going! Her smallholding has many animals and we had a tour across the field to see the new born lambs. Hayley is exceptionally friendly and welcoming and I would recommend this course wholeheartedly, not least to come away with a seat pad but to be in such a lovely location. "

Smallholding Secrets responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you. So pleased to hear you found it relaxing. Enjoy your seat pad! "

17 Feb 24'

Darina neeson reviewed: Peg loom weaving a seat pad

"I loved every minute of this course from meeting the alpacas to the weaving of the fleece. Hayley was so welcoming and generous with her time and she explained everything well and made everything so easy to follow. The setting was fabulous, warm and cosy and the hospitality was great with homemade Welsh cakes, soup and cake in the afternoon - honestly couldn’t recommend the whole experience more…. I felt like I had been transported at weaving heaven. So much more than the amazing weaving experience."

Smallholding Secrets responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you. I hope your weaving journey continues with much success and enjoyment. "

24 Oct 23'

Vicky reviewed: Peg loom weaving a seat pad

"Thank you so much Hayley for such a wonderful day. Myself and my husband had such a lovely time and are really pleased with the completed rugs. Hayley was patient, friendly, kind and provided excellent tuition for us first time weavers. The home made lunch and cakes were delicious and the setting is relaxing and peaceful.The whole experience was brilliant thank you so much x"

Smallholding Secrets responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind words. And, thank you for choosing to spend your anniversary with us. I had a lovely day with the two of you. Hope those rugs look perfect in Italy!"

17 Jul 23'

Susan Rand reviewed: Peg loom weaving a seat pad

"I had a lovely day with Hayley learning the Peg loom. She was very helpful and patient and I would recommend the course to anyone. Would love to learn the other types of looms if possible."

Smallholding Secrets responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you. I hope you continue to enjoy your weaving journey."