BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio reviews

Tamsin Mahoney reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"My friend and I had the best time at the SAORI weaving taster session. It was so much fun, and felt great to be creative for a couple of hours. We both came away with pieces we were very pleased with. Amanda was lovely, and extremely knowledgeable and encouraging. Desperate to go back already!"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Tamsin for your very kind words. It was a joy to welcome you and Alison to the studio and see how your lovely weavings developed. Look forward to seeing you again soon!"

Kate reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"Took my Mum for a birthday treat and we both absolutely loved it! It’s very engrossing and the time flew past. Amanda was a great teacher, showing us different techniques but largely letting us get in with our own creations, would thoroughly recommend. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Kate for your lovely review. I am so pleased that you and your mum enjoyed your session and created some beautiful weavings!"

Faye reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"Amanda is very warm and welcoming, she demonstrates and explains everything clearly, then you’re free to weave away in your own creative style. Help was available throughout the day to provide further techniques to progress your weaving style if you choose, it’s all very relaxed. I enjoyed the day very much and would definitely do it again. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you so much Faye for this lovely review! It was a joy to welcome you into the studio and watch how your weaving grew as you developed your own style. You created a fabulous piece of cloth which you should be proud of!"

Covmum reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"I bought this course for my mother-in-law as a birthday present - and she absolutely loved it! Instructor was very friendly, patient and professional, the studio was a beautiful, welcoming place, teaching was easy to follow and she brought home the weaving that she had created. She loved it so much she has asked to go back for a full day's course next time. So worth the cost- a really great experience, thank you."

Shannon reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"Very good experience. Had loads of fun. It's really nice to take home something, feeling proud that you made it."

Catherine Leadbeater reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"Had a great afternoon. Amanda gave us clear instructions and demonstrated techniques. We created a lovely hanging which I think will take pride of place in my new kitchen. Highly recommen"

Karen reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"I had a really enjoyable day with Amanda. I have never done any Weaving before and was a little apprehensive that i wouldn't "get it" . Amanda was so helpful and explained everything really well. She gave a short introduction to the history behind this sort of weaving and the inception of the looms before demonstrating the various techniques. The choice of thread colours and "treasures" made me feel like a kid in a sweet shop! I am so pleased with my finished piece which I am turning into a hanging for my craft room wall. If you are on any doubt about whether you have the ability to do this, don't as I guarantee you will have a super day and a piece of weaving to be proud of. Thank you Amanda 😊 🙏 "

Sally-Ann Raffell reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"Fabulous day with Amanda on our SAORI Loom weaving day… Great location and wonderfully relaxed experience- loved it and would highly recommend the day! Thanks SO much Amanda 😃🙏💗"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Sally for your kind words. It was such a joy having you and Paula in the studio and I am so pleased you enjoyed the day and made such lovely cloth."

Janette reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"The taster session was just enough to make a beautiful piece of fabric and experiment with different techniques. Amanda gave us the background history and then let us loose to create, and was always there to encourage and advise."

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Janette for your kind words. It was great meeting you both and sharing SAORI weaving. I hope we cross paths again!"

Claire Prince reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"This was a wonderful day of creativity. So many resources to use along with a few pieces I took of my own too. It was a friendly group who were all supportive of each other. The looms are very user friendly. My sister and I created a wonderful sentimental piece of wall art to treasure forever. Thank you for a wonderful experience. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Claire for your lovely review. It was my pleasure to welcome you all to the studio and watch your weavings grow with such creativity and enthusiasm! Hope to see you again x"

Natalie reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"Amanda was an amazing teacher and the taster session was a brilliant introduction to weaving. I am thrilled with the piece I have created - it totally exceeded my expectations"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you so much Natalie, for your lovely review. It was a joy having you both in the studio and creating such lovely weavings. I am so glad you are thrilled with your piece and hope you find the right place to hang it!"

Tricia reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"Thank you so much Amanda for an enjoyable Taster Session on Saori weaving. The environment is conducive to learning and Amanda gave a comprehensive overview of this type of weaving and encouraged us to experiment even though we were all beginners. I came away with an unusual piece of cloth. The venue is centrally located , easy to find, 3 hrs free parking in most of car parks, if going on a Saturday go bit before 10 to be ahead of shoppers. A creative and enjoyable morning. Thank you. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Tricia. I am so glad you enjoyed the Taster session and came away with some unique and lovely woven cloth."

Marianne reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"I had a great time learning how to use the loom and enjoying the total freedom to create without limits! Mandy was a very supportive and encouraging tutor. I loved the course! "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thanks you so much for your kind words Marianne. I am so pleased you enjoyed your day x"

Katy Revans reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"I thoroughly loved the day."

Sophie reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"It was a great day , learnt so much with different techniques. Produced a lovely piece of art for my wall"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind words Sophie! You made a lovely hanging and it will look lovely on your wall."

Laura reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"What a lovely way to spend a morning! Amanda was a great teacher. My partner, Peter, and I learnt so much in our two hour session and came away with interesting pieces of cloth. I plan to turn into book covers. I hope to come back with my daughter for a full day course."

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind review. I am delighted you both enjoyed the Taster session and look forward to seeing you again and meeting your daughter. I will be very interested to see the book covers you create from your beautiful woven cloth!"

Jackie reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"A great day with Amanda exploring Saori free weaving techniques and yarns. Amanda is a very experienced and supportive teacher, and it was also fascinating to find out more about the origins and philosophy of Saori weaving. Lots of fun - recommended!"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"It was lovely meeting you Jackie and sharing SAORI weaving with you. I am so glad you enjoyed it and hope you will be back! "

Sarah Merry reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"We had a wonderful time at our taster session! I went with my sister and my sister-in-law - we're all crafty but none of us had tried weaving before. Amanda was excellent at explaining everything, and we were surprised how much we got done in two hours - and how much we loved it! We'll be back for a full day course soon."

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. I am so pleased you all enjoyed the Taster and will be coming back for more!"

Janette Atkins reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"Brilliant day, loved it from the first minute. Amanda was an excellent teacher and great company too. I will be back! 😃"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Janette, I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you and watching how your beautiful weaving developed. Hope to see you again soon!"

Gillian reviewed: SAORI Weaving Taster session

"We had a great time at the taster session. We really enjoyed learning something new. Amanda is a great teacher and there was a fantastic selection of materials to use. We were both very happy with the piece of work we produced. The studio is in a good location and there is free parking very close by. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Gillian for your kind words. I was delighted to introduce you both to SAORI weaving and see your beautiful weaving develop in just a couple of hours. "

Chris Reid reviewed: SAORI freeform weaving 2 day beginners' course

"I attended the Saori 2 Day Beginners Course. My previous experience of weaving was from primary school 65 years ago! We were welcomed into a calm space with a ‘sweet shop’ of threads and beads to inspire us. Amanda introduced us to the principles of Saori weaving in a totally unthreatening way. We were soon on the looms and exploring the techniques we’d been introduced to. Amanda skilfully assisting and encouraging as required. The 2 days went far too quickly and I for one was left wanting more. I’ve found myself looking at colour and texture around me more observantly I was seduced by the bright colours of the threads available but would now love to try something in muted shades as seen in Amanda’s fabulous examples. Thank you Amanda for your patience and inspiration."

Cath reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"My fourth saori experience with Amanda, I love it. "

Janice reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"Two of us joined a lovely supportive and creative ( 4 students in total) group to try this weaving for the first time. It was a lovely day, very relaxing and calming. Amanda was really helpful, constructive, and keen for everyone to do their very best and to enjoy the day. She was really generous with her wool etc, knowlege , not to mention refreshments. Thanks for a great day Amanda, couldn't have enjoyed it any more, and will definitely be back for more."

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Janice for your kind words. You produced a beautiful piece of cloth, fully embracing the SAORI principles, It was lovely to share the joy of SAORI weaving with you and I hope to see you again soon for some more weaving."

Maureen reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"I had a lovely day with Amanda, learning Saori weaving and becoming totally absorbed in the task. Amanda has an extensive knowledge of the art of Saori weaving and explained the basic technique, answering all our questions and showing us additional ways to produce different effects. I was pleasantly surprised to have completed a wall hanging of almost a metre in length in one day. "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Hello Maureen, Thank you for your review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your day on the loom. Your finished piece was lovely and I hope you find the perfect place to hang it. Warm wishes Amanda"

Sue Caddy reviewed: SAORI freeform weaving 2 day beginners' course

"A super weekend learning to weave the SAORI way... Amanda is an inspiring teacher who's instructions are clear and not hurried in any way. She is very encouraging and you know you will produce something by the end of the weekend that you can take home. She teaches all ages from young to old, so this is a very inclusive skill to learn. Amanda explains the mysteries of the loom, the different ways to use threads and how a piece of woven cloth can be turned into something wearable and beautifully unique. To come away from the weekend having learned a completely new skill and to have something to show for it is a very satisfying feeling. SAORI weaving is wonderfully creative and there are NO MISTAKES! Give it a go! "

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Hello Sue Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a joy to share SAORI weaving with you over the two days and see your beautiful work develop. Your enthusiasm and willingness to try different techniques was fabulous and I am so pleased you were rightfully happy with your finished pieces which deserve to be on display. Warm wishes Amanda "