Embossed pewter box workshop

Clare Davies reviewed: Embossed pewter box workshop

"A very busy day which was most enjoyable. Mel was very helpful, professional and clear with her instructions. The very relaxed atmosphere made the time pass very quickly, and before we knew it, we had made a lovely personalised pewter covered box . I was really pleased with the end result . Many thanks to Mel for making the day so special."

Metallix responded:

"Thank you so much Clare. The boxes looked great! Hope to see you on another workshop in the near future x"

Kate reviewed: Embossed pewter box workshop

"What a great day to share with a friend for her birthday. Mel was very welcoming and made us feel comfortable. The technique is easy to pick up and we were both delighted with the end product. Our boxes looked beautiful and unique. This would be a lovely thing to do for a hen do or with a group and felt very accessible. Thank you, Mel"

Metallix responded:

"It was wonderful to have you in the workshop, Kate. Thanks for the lovely review and hope to see you in another one soon. xx"

Rachelle S reviewed: Embossed pewter box workshop

"Had a great time on the box workahop with Mel. She is very welcoming and friendly,easy to talk to and discuss ideas with. Highly recommended!"

Metallix responded:

"Thank you so much Rach. It was lovely to chat too....and the box was fab!"

Mitch Tiisler reviewed: Embossed pewter box workshop

"Mel is very welcoming and personable. She is clearly very creative with a wide range of knowledge across many medias, and open to sharing her knowledge when asked. Made to feel at home (provided some nuts and hot drinks). We were given lots of guidance and step by step support alongside a wide range of examples/resources. A very simple method to pick up within minutes of Mel's explanation and trial/test piece; and then the rest of the session to be creative and make it your own. You take a wooden box, colour the clasp and hinges, and remove the corners in prep and paint it whatever colour you like. Then you draw out your design and begin embossing on the pewter sheet. You also use a pattern for the surround on a separate piece of pewter. Then we treated/coloured the pewter and then cleaned it to your required shine. Finally sticking the pewter bits to the box. We also got a tour of the building while we were waiting for the pewter to be treated, which was lovely to see all the creativity. A wonderful day. Would recommend."

Stevie Harman reviewed: Embossed letter and bookmark

"My friends and I had a brilliant time with Mel on her Embossed Letter course. We started quite nervous but Mel put us at our ease, explained everything repeatedly (!) and with great patience. Mel gave us a fantastic introduction to this craft both through her knowledge and teaching but also through the many and varied examples of her work to be seen in her studio. We all came away with a piece we could be proud of - what more could anyone want? A brilliant day!"

Dot Hubbard reviewed: Embossed letter and bookmark

"A very instructive and interesting course. Mel was very helpful and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed it."

Josy reviewed: Embossed letter and bookmark

"I had a very good day making a decorative letter and bookmark, Mel was very patient and encouraging. She shared her knowledge and passion with us and provided all materials. It was great learning a new skill. Thank you Mel."