Amanda Jane Textiles reviews

2 Oct 22'

Daniela McDonach reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Amanda Jane’s Quilt in a Day course was everything I had hoped for and more. I am completely new to quilting, though I know my way round a sewing machine. Amanda Jane was patient and her step-by-step explanations were really clear - she made sure I learned by doing as well as by listening. Amanda had asked for my colour preferences before the course, and she got them spot-on correct, so the quilt I made was exactly to my taste. I have come out not just with a lovely lap quilt, but with the skills to continue quilting independently. Amanda also made sure I went away with a clear idea of what equipment is necessary for quilting (there are so many accessories out there, but I now have a clear idea of what I actually need), and also showed me all the different types of wadding available and the pros and cons of each. After the day, she sent me an email with all the information I needed and lots of good links and resources. I came away with confidence and enthusiasm to keep quilting! Thank you so much Amanda Jane! "

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Daniela for your review. It was a pleasure to meet you and your finished quilt is excellent!"

31 May 22'

Debbie Y reviewed: Quilt in a day course FOR TWO people with Amanda Jane Ogden

"My 11 year old daughter was gifted this for her birthday and it was an amazing day from start to finish. Amanda was super patient and had planned the day so well. She had carefully put together the fabrics my daughter had said she liked and went through each step at a great pace, ensuring that she provided help and guidance as and when needed. We both learnt so much and my daughter feels ready to get a hold of her nanny’s sewing machine and make another quilt! Thank you Amanda, your hospitality was wonderful too and we would both highly recommend the course to anyone looking to start out at quilt making. It was definitely a day to remember!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Debbie for your review. It was a real pleasure to help both you and your daughter get started with quilt-making. Amanda"

21 Apr 22'

ines benavent reviewed: 'Learn how to use a sewing machine' with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I had never used a sewing machine before but Amanda put me a ease very quickly. Her course is well structured with step by step demonstrations and practice and as it progresses, builds on confidence. All round an excellent course."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to teach you and to see you make such rapid progress. Amanda"

12 Apr 22'

Reka Mehmood reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Amanda Jane is a real quilt guru! She was warm and welcoming and extremely accomodating in her approach, quickly assessing the level she needed to pitch the course at, giving me great value for the course with it being completely tailored to my level of skill. She even got goodies for the breaks accomodating my dietary restrictions. It was through and through a well thought out, awesome experience, which gave me the confidence to start on some bigger projects on my own. Well worth it!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Reka for your generous review. It was a pleasure to teach you and I know this is just the start of your quilting adventures! I have sent you an email today with lots of follow-up information. Amanda"

15 Mar 22'

AC J reviewed: Quilt in a day course FOR TWO people with Amanda Jane Ogden

"From the moment we made the booking to the second we left Amanda's studio yesterday, we felt utterly looked after. The one-day workshop was perfect. We learned so many techniques in a day, we left buzzing and full of anticipation for this whole new world that had opened up to us. Amanda is a super kind and patient teacher and makes sure you understand every step of the way. I would highly recommend this course. We were absolute beginners and left feeling confident to embark on our own quilt-making journey."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for this review A-C. Such a pleasure to meet you and Emely and to see your two very different quilts develop over the course of the day. Amanda"

25 Jan 22'

Kate reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"One of my long held dreams came true when I spent the day with Amanda doing the quilting course! The day was everything I had hoped for; hands-on, easy to follow, inspiring, motivational and totally relaxed. The hours whizzed by and before I knew it the day was ended and I had so many new skills to take home and practice. Thank you so much Amanda, you are a gifted teacher and it was a joy to be your student. I feel like the “mystery of patchwork” has finally become clear!! If you are thinking about doing this course, DO IT"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Kate, thank you for this review. It was a pleasure to meet you on Saturday. You took to quilting like a duck to water! I hope these new skills will give you much pleasure in the future. Amanda"

24 Jan 22'

Sharon Zeidman reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"This was a lovely course. All the materials were very well prepared ( with extra covid precautions too!). It was well taught and very enjoyable. I definitely learnt a new skill in a short time. I was very well taken care of and Amanda Jane was very kind I look forward to further courses Thanks Sharon"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Sharon, Thank you so much for your review. It was lovely to meet you and to see your quilt come together on the day and I hope you will go on to make many more! Amanda"

31 Oct 21'

Zoe reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"It was a very inspiring day and made quilting very doable even for a beginner - the fabrics were lovely and so were the flapjacks! Amanda was very patient and helpful with knowledge, experience and advice you just can't get in a quilting book. Thank you!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Zoe, Thank you for your review. You progressed so quickly during the day as you made your first quilt - you took to quilting like a duck to water! I hope you get lots of pleasure from this new craft. Amanda"

31 Oct 21'

Pauline Hastings reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I had such a wonderful, fun, productive day learning to make a quilt with Amanda last week. Amanda is a very calm and patient teacher, with a wealth of experience and advice to offer. The fabrics that she had curated were lovely and I am so pleased to have come away with a completed mini quilt and the skills and enthusiasm to embark on my own quilting projects. The course was everything I hoped for, and more. Highly recommended to anyone thinking of giving it a go!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Pauline for your review. It was a pleasure to teach you. This is just the start of your quilting adventure! Amanda"

31 Aug 21'

Helen Sargeant reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I did a one to one course with Amanda at the weekend and it is the best thing I have done in a long time. It was such fun and so rewarding as I came away with my own mini quilt! All in one day.!Amanda took me step by step and was so helpful with suggestions and expertise . So inspired have bought my own equipment and am about to start on my own project and its only Tuesday. Thankyou"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Helen, Thank you for taking the time to write a review of the 'Quilt in a Day' course. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Good to hear that you are now all kitted out and ready for more quilt-making! Amanda"

22 Jul 21'

Pauline Whitehead reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day spent with Amanda learning the skills of traditional quilt making. As it was one to one tuition from a very experienced quilter it was fabulous. I even managed to leave with my own quilt sampler. Couldn’t recommend the day enough."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review Pauline. It was a pleasure to teach you yesterday in the studio. I hope your sampler quilt will be just the beginning of your quilting experience! Amanda"

28 Apr 21'

Angela reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"What a great day! Very patient teacher with a novice and full of tips and tricks. Everything planned perfectly so I went home with a great mini quilt, having tried the techniques needed to make a full size one. One to one teaching means you have someone making suggestions and sharing expertise all day and so learn quickly. Aftercare great too- follow up email with more tips and a newsletter and advice re suppliers. Feel I’ve taken a leap forward and have the confidence to get started on my own!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Angela, Thank you for your review. I am delighted that you are now launched on your quilting journey! Amanda"

18 Oct 20'

Lynsey reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Thoroughly enjoyed the quilt making course. Amanda is very patient and a fantastic teacher. Measures were in place to maintain a social distance for Covid. Beautiful building and a great day of learning. Would do it all again :)"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Lynsey, thank you for your review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your first excursion into quilt-making. I'm sure this is just the beginning for you! With best wishes, Amanda"

25 Aug 20'

Sue reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Fantastic day in a beautiful historic building quilting with Amanda. She is a patient, careful and inspiring teacher. All Covid precautions were respected and a safe environment for learning was created. I’m very pleased with my finished quilt and ready to start on my next project. Thank you so much"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review, Sue. It was good to meet you and your finished quilt was lovely. Well done. Lots of quilt-making ahead! Amanda"

25 Aug 20'

Tracy Groom reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I spent a day with Amanda on this course and found her experience invaluable. She was patient, informative and understanding. I completed a sample quilt which I thoroughly enjoyed making. I would recommend this course to anyone with an interest in quilting."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review Tracy. I hope this will be just the start of your quiltmaking! Looking forward to seeing the photo of your finished item. Amanda"

11 Aug 20'

Barbara Ferris reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I really enjoyed my day with Amanda, her studio is in the beautiful surroundings of Ushaw college. All COVID precautions had been taken and rules observed at all times. This was my first time quilting but after Amanda’s excellent tuition I am confident in giving it a go myself. I was given lots of advice and tips to help with my future projects. The course was delivered in a comfortable atmosphere and led by my pace, as the course is one to one it could have been intense but it was amazing how quickly the day passed. I left with a completed quilt. I would totally recommend this course to anyone looking to begin quilting."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review, Barbara. I'm glad that you enjoyed the day at Ushaw. It was nice to have fine weather, so we could eat lunch outside in the grounds. I hope you continue to enjoy quilt-making in the time ahead. Amanda"

7 Aug 20'

Pauline Jack reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I thoroughly enjoyed my course with Amanda. I’m a first time quilter and was shown lots of good basic steps to get me started. The quilt I left with is really lovely. She followed all covid rules and made me feel very safe. Additionally the building she works from is beautiful, adding to an altogether great day."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review Pauline. I'm glad you enjoyed the day and hope that it will be the beginning of a long and pleasurable journey into quiltmaking. Amanda"