Thread and Press reviews

11 Jun 25'

Amy reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - York

"This was a really enjoyable course, I had a fantastic day. Holly is a wonderful teacher, explained everything thouroughly and was encouraging throughout. It was fantastic to learn a new technique and will definitely have a go at home."

10 Jun 25'

Barbara reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - York

"A fantastic day. Holly is a very good teacher. She made us all feel inspired to learn how to use a sewing machine in a different way to the way we usually do. Her work is wonderful."

9 Jun 25'

Clare reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - York

"Excellent day spent learning a new skill. Holly was a fabulous course leader, taking time to make sure that everyone felt comfortable selecting materials and threading up the machines. It was a completely new workshop for me and I would definitely be encouraged to try more."

8 Jun 25'

Anita reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - York

"Excellent workshop, very enjoyable day and what I have learnt has given me the confidence to create/experiment at home."

8 Jun 25'

Sue reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - York

"A very enjoyable and informative course. I was a complete beginner but still managed to produce an end product."

16 Apr 25'

Lauren reviewed: Family Drawing: Learn to Draw a Face COTTINGHAM

"Holly was great. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the class and is looking for to doing more. It was great that cost of the class was low, as it gave we could have the opportunity to book as some classes cost much more."

15 Apr 25'

David Hackford reviewed: Family Drawing: Learn to Draw a Face COTTINGHAM

"It was such a great art session. My son loved it and adults were free to join in to so I rather enjoyed myself. Hopefully there are some more in the future as my son loves art but there are not many opportunities outside of school or home for it. "

13 Apr 25'

Kate reviewed: Design and Sew a Drawstring Backpack Ages 8 -16 years YORK

"My son did just course with a friend and they had a great time. The bag is fab and he really enjoyed using the sewing machine. "

12 Apr 25'

Marie Smith reviewed: Design and Sew a Drawstring Backpack Ages 8 -16 years YORK

"My daughter really enjoyed this course and came home with a lovely bag. She has done many of Holly’s courses over the past couple of years and always enjoys them and has really developed her sewing machine skills. "

10 Apr 25'

Caroline Leighton reviewed: Family Painting: Paint an Easter Bunny MELBOURNE

"Really enjoyed this step by step approach and we were thrilled with the results . It was well resourced and organised "

8 Apr 25'

Sharon Cawood reviewed: Family Painting: Paint an Easter Bunny MELBOURNE

"Excellent course which was very well organised. All materials, aprons, etc, ready to use and lots of help and guidance given. Maybe a little advanced for a 6 year old. "

5 Apr 25'

Sharon Jagger reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - Pocklington

"Lovely day learning new techniques. Nothing too much trouble. Looking forward to the next one."

1 Apr 25'

Lesley reviewed: Fabric Collage and Free-motion Machine Embroidery - FLORALS - Pocklington

"This was a lovely day. All the materials and equipment that could possibly be needed were provided. Holly had planned the day perfectly and I and everyone else completed a super picture at the end of the day. There were lots of examples to look at and Holly gave lots of practical advice to help us. I can recommend this and I will definitely attend more workshops with Holly. "

15 Mar 25'

Gail Wrigg reviewed: Needle Felting Into Fabric (Optional Free-motion Machine Embroidery) BEVERLEY

"Excellent Tutor. Thoroughly enjoyed the course, can recommend."

9 Mar 25'

E Greenaway reviewed: Creative Textiles York

"An excellent workshop, Holly provided all the materials and took us step by step through the process of creating free machine pieces, from hand dyeing silk and calico to machine stitching. It was so absorbing and the time flew. I would highly recommend it."

7 Mar 25'

Laura reviewed: Creative Textiles York

"Absolutely brilliant course! Holly was an excellent teacher and made the whole day interesting, informative and inspiring! I just wish it hadn’t gone so fast!!! "

4 Mar 25'

Elaine reviewed: Textile Portraits - Free-motion Machine Embroidery POCKLINGTON

"This was a great day, lots to learn and very well planned. Everything was supplied and there was a great choice of fabrics and threads. The machines were lovely and easy to use. Holly was the best Course Leader, she was inspiring and helpful, busy and on top of everything, including moments when we required assistance. We didn't have to wait for any extra guidance as she showed us quickly and efficiently how to sort out our glitches but included the group too so that we all learnt. She gave clear concise instructions at each stage and produced a useful guide for each attendee to refer to and to take home. A very busy but relaxing day."

1 Mar 25'

Dawn reviewed: Textile Portraits - Free-motion Machine Embroidery POCKLINGTON

"Loved the course. Holly was an excellent teacher, friendly and approachable. Learnt a lot and will definitely do another course with Holly "

1 Mar 25'

Margaret reviewed: Textile Portraits - Free-motion Machine Embroidery POCKLINGTON

"Brilliant workshop,thankuou Holly. Holly is friendly and approachable and has the course and content structure in place. The organisation and care was great. A real bonus was the course handout which was at pure individual workstations. 2nd workshop I have done with Holly and will happily do more."

20 Feb 25'

Jess reviewed: Learn to Draw a Face - POCKLINGTON - Ages 11 - 16 years

"Found this an interesting course, attended with my 12 year old daughter, what I found most importantly was that everyone was given encouragement and reassurance and that although we were all working from the same piece, every single drawing including the artist was completely individual interpretation and style, utilising the same skills and techniques we were being taught"

20 Feb 25'

Mrs L reviewed: Learn to Draw a Face - POCKLINGTON - Ages 7-10 years

"My 9 year old grandson love it and spent all the afternoon using the skills he had learnt."

18 Feb 25'

Sue reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"Holly clearly wasn’t well and barely had a voice but she battled through the day which was really quite an intense 6 hours of tuition. We learnt a lot from her and can now put our new skills to use. "

15 Feb 25'

Faye Coles reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"Holly is a very skilled and knowledgeable teacher who is enjoyable to listen to . The course is packed with elements for an engaging and busy 6 hours. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Holly! "

11 Dec 24'

Diane Mason reviewed: Needle Felting Into Fabric (Optional Free-motion Machine Embroidery) Pocklington

"I loved this course. There were lots of pictures ideas to choose from our you could take your own. It was a full friendly class but Holly had plenty of time to see to everyone in the class. There were plenty of materials to use and if you didn’t finish, You could take spares with you to complete your project. I stayed on to do the free motion on top of the felting. This was a new experience and it was a lot easier than I thought it would be. I had been scared to try it on previous work but I’m now full of confidence to do more after a great session. I would really recommend this both the needle felt into fabric and the free motion on top. "

9 Dec 24'

Stella reviewed: Needle Felting Into Fabric (Optional Free-motion Machine Embroidery) Pocklington

"Had a fabulous morning learning a new technique. Holly was a lovely teacher, good resources, well paced and very informative. Was very pleased with my robin design. "