Thread and Press reviews

Geraldine Robinson reviewed: Sew and Make a Kimono Jacket Ages 10 - 16 years Market Weighton

"My daughter is really pleased with the jacket she made, excellent course, great venue and Holly is a patient and friendly instructor."

Liz reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"Really enjoyable workshop with Holly. I learned so much. "

Margaret reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"A very enjoyable course. Holly is a knowledgeable teacher who kept to time ensuring that I finished my project which has been much admired."

Jacqui reviewed: Creative Stitch - Free-motion Machine Embroidery Cottingham

"Loved this class. Holly was friendly and gave the group lots of information, examples to look at and individual guidance throughout the day. Very inspired to try myself and have booked another course with Holly at Scarborough. "

Karen Hallett reviewed: Creative Stitch - Free-motion Machine Embroidery Cottingham

"This was the first course I had ever taken. Holly was lovely and guided us each step of the way to complete our creative pieces. I learned lots and am now intending to book onto another of Holly's courses later in the year."

Alison Machin reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery in York

"It was brilliant, Holly is a really good teacher and I really enjoyed learning and practicing the basic techniques. Looking forward to my next course."

Jane Jackson reviewed: Lino Printing onto Paper Pocklington

"The course was very enjoyable and informative. Holly explained everything we needed to know and demonstrated each step. She is very approachable and answered all our questions and gave individual help where needed. The time frame for completing each stage of the work was clearly explained and achievable . It was a relaxed atmosphere and I felt I could carry on using the techniques myself at home after her instruction."

Alison reviewed: Lino Printing onto Paper Pocklington

"Holly was very knowledgeable and experienced. She gave lots of excellent tips on how to make Lino printing easier and develop confidence in giving things a try. Relaxed and yet also absorbing, the time just flew by. Thoroughly recommend. "

Kim Burrows reviewed: Sew and Make a Skirt Ages 8 - 16 years Allerthorpe nr Pocklington

"My granddaughter Chloe did this course yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. For someone who is very creative I felt it was something good for her to attend & do."

Lesley reviewed: Creative Textiles York

"The Creative Textile workshop was brilliant. Holly brought everything needed. Her explanation and demonstrations were excellent. She brought lots of examples to provide ideas. A thoroughly enjoyable day."

Kirsty reviewed: Clay Animal Heads - Family Session Melbourne, nr Pocklington

"The course was great! Holly delivered the instructions clearly and her presenting style was really engaging. We learned lots about different clay-modelling techniques but there were also opportunities for children to be creative and do their own thing. We'll definitely sign up to another course soon."

Michelle Glover reviewed: Clay Animal Heads - Family Session Melbourne, nr Pocklington

"We both learnt some new techniques which despite being popular were delivered in a way that was engaging and measured. Help was available if requested. Recommended as a fun crafty course to do with children or adults"

Lucy Phillips reviewed: Screen-print a t-shirt (Ages 9-15 years) Market Weighton

"My daughter and her friend (age 12) love attending the craft sessions. Would highly recommend. "

Lucy Phillips reviewed: Online Art Club (Younger Children) - DOG

"Fantastic class, Holly has such a lovely manner and teaching style. I really enjoyed doing this class with my 5 year old. We both really enjoyed it."

Wendy Bowser reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day- realised that I need a lot of practice!!"

Eleanor reviewed: Online Art Club (Younger Children) - DOG

"Will really enjoyed this course and is so much more confident in his ability now. Hoping to sign up for more!"

Tina reviewed: Screen-print a t-shirt (Ages 9-15 years) Market Weighton

"My 12 year old son took part in the t-shirt printing and thoroughly enjoyed it. He took his own design which Holly helped him simplify and he managed to complete two t-shirts in the 3 hour slot. It’s the second craft lesson he’s had with Holly and I’m sure he’ll do more. Thank you! "

Jools reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"Fabulous day with Holly learning to dye and stitch fabrics to create bespoke art pieces. Learnt stacks and enjoyed every minute"

Caroline Wetherell reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"I spent a wonderful day learning new skills on the creative textiles workshop. Holly is knowledgeable & has a fantastic way of teaching, very friendly + everything was included in the price of the workshop. I'll definitely will be taking part in further workshop 🙂 "

Annette lock reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"I had a wonderful day Holly was great and nothing was too much trouble.lots of paints,dyes,inks cotton and anything else you might need,no scrimping.she is a very talented artist and shared all her knowledge and ideas with us.although it was a long day it was very calm and pleasant.thankyou Holly for a fabulous day."

Val. Boycott reviewed: Needle Felting into Fabric Driffield

"Absolutely loved it! Holly has inspired me to start crafting again and I will definitely be booking on to more courses."

Jane Turner reviewed: Sew and Make a Notebook Cover for ages 8 - 13 years Bugthorpe

"Booking was easy. It was well organised. Beautiful fabrics. Holly was helpful and friendly. My daughter was thrilled with her gorgeous fabric notebook cover and proudly showed it off! She learnt a new skill, had great fun, and was inspired to use the notebook as a sketchbook and write a story when we got home. All the kids loved to show what they had made! Thank you. I was really impressed and will be booking again soon."

Heather reviewed: Sew and Make a Notebook Cover for ages 8 - 13 years Bugthorpe

"My daughter had a lovely time and really enjoyed the course. She was made to feel really welcome and was so pleased with her notebook cover. She would definitely like to do another course. Thank you!"

Helen Garrad reviewed: Stitched Places - Free-motion Machine Embroidery Beverley

"Brilliant! Great fun, really interesting and I didn't want it to end. Holly is a great teacher and I felt like I got a lot out of the day. Thank you. Can't wait for the next course."

Helen reviewed: Sew and Make a Patchwork Cushion 8 - 13 years YORK

"My 11 year old daughter and her friend went to one of Holly's sewing courses and had a brilliant time! They learnt some new skills and the cushions they made were absolutely beautiful. I'd highly recommend Holly's classes. "

Thread and Press responded:

"That's fabulous to hear, thank you for your feedback"