Clare Cosens Designs reviews

10 Aug 18'

Carole McWilliams reviewed: Mixed Media workshop with Clare Cosens

"Really enjoyed this course. Clare is an excellent teacher and is happy to share her extensive experience and flair for design. I had attended Clare's Gelli Printing course first (also excellent) so had several background sheets to use on the day. All participants did something completely different and we learnt lots of techniques and different approaches to producing a finished mixed media project. Can highly recommend this course."

15 Jul 18'

Tiffany Brett reviewed: Mixed Media workshop with Clare Cosens

"This was the follow up workshop to a gelli printing session I had attended earlier in the year. I've done a fair bit of mixed media but I still learnt some new tips and techniques that I hadn't considered before. Clare is exceptionally generous with her time, energy and resources which makes all of her workshops fun and inspirational. I walked away with a picture that I am proud to hang on my wall."

15 Jul 18'

Louise reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Had a fantastic morning with Clare learning about Gelli plate printing. Thoroughly enjoyed it and completely recommend it even if you don’t consider yourself as particularly “arty”. I came away with with some excellent work. Thanks Clare ?"

15 Jul 18'

Shiralea reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Great little course, intridincing you to gelli printing techniques, well worth going. Thanks Clare for a creative morning."

13 May 18'

Joanna reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"This was a very good workshop. Clare was organised, gave clear instructions and was very supportive. The small group setting meant that everyone got support and encouragement. I have come away wanting to do more and feeling inspired."

12 May 18'

Sarah Lynch reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Mum and I thoroughly enjoyed this excellent course. Clare made us feel very welcome and relaxed from the start, as neither of us had ever tried this exciting printing technique. She is a very capable teacher, didn't feel intimidated once. We created quite a few prints, and left feeling really inspired, and keen to do more. Definitely worth the money, with refreshments and all materials included."

11 May 18'

Denise Smith reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Had a great time on this workshop today. Had no idea what Gelli Plate Printing would entail, but thoroughly enjoyed it. Clare explained everything very clearly and made every one feel at ease and comfortable in her lovely workshop. All material was provided and Clare was on hand for those needing extra help and ideas. I came away having learnt a new skill and have every intention of booking another as I enjoyed it so much. I would highly recommend this workshop for anyone crafty or creative- Clare has excellent teaching skills and was very encouraging throughout. Mixed media course has to be a follow up for me too. Had a superb time, thank you Clare"

6 May 18'

Pam Wright reviewed: Mixed Media workshop with Clare Cosens

"This was the 2nd workshop we attended,as a follow up from the gelli printing. Clare showed us some mixed media techniques we could use, and we set about making our own pieces. Loads of inspiration was provided,and Clare guided us through the processes. We had a great time and we’re all delighted with what we produced."

22 Apr 18'

Mary Davies reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"This is a very interesting course especially if you like messy craft. Clare is an excellent tutor and enabled us all to take home several prints we could be proud of. Looking forward to building on this experience with the mixed media class. Tea and biscuits provided too !"

22 Apr 18'

Carole McWilliams reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Two hours disappeared in a flash on this fascinating course. Clare is an extremely talented and inspirational tutor who doesn’t mind answering endless questions. Would have no hesitation in recommending this excellent value course to complete beginners (like me!) or those with more experience. Can’t wait to get my own plate and start experimenting whilst waiting to go on the next course."

12 Mar 18'

Michael Allen reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"A fun, relaxed and engaging beginners' workshop that I will definitely be recommending. Clare is a great tutor, very encouraging and makes you feel very at home."

11 Mar 18'

Emma Griffiths-Brown reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"We attended this course yesterday (10/03/18) and from the outset it was excellent. Clare explained the process, demonstrated each step, gave guidance and suggestions when needed and provided tea and very delicious biscuits. We came away having learnt a new skill and with several prints. I would definitely recommend this course if you fancy trying something new. It was all carried out in Clare’s workshop with three other crafty folks. Now need to book myself into the follow on course so I can add to the prints I made."

7 Mar 18'

Pam Wright reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"4 of us attended this course today and we absolutely loved it! Clare is a fantastic teacher who carefully explained the techniques and guided us through the process so that we were all delighted with our finished pieces. We all agreed that the course is great value and we can’t wait to return for the mixed media follow up course ."

26 Feb 18'

Sue Cochrane reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"This was a fun course with instant results. We all produced about 5 prints in the 2 hours. It was interesting to see how different everyone's prints turned out. Clare was a great teacher, very encouraging helping us all to get the best out of this printing technique. I plan to do the mixed media course at some time in the future."

25 Feb 18'

Emma Alviti reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"I bought this workshop as a Christmas present for my mum and we both really enjoyed it. It's a great experimental workshop with instant results and it's quite messy! Clare was a great teacher and was very patient with us. We might try Clare's lampshade course next."

21 Feb 18'

Judith Malcolm reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"Excellent course. I had a really enjoyable morning. Clare is very helpful and a brilliant teacher. I was really impressed with the lampshade I made and would feel confident to have a go at one on my own. I would highly recommend the course."

19 Feb 18'

Liz Herd reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"The workshop was brilliant and enjoyed everything about it.Clare was an excellent teacher and guided us all through the process easily. This was something I had never done before and I was pleased with my end result. Would recommend the workshop."

2 Feb 18'

Tiffany reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"What a wonderful workshop. Clare is brilliant (and very patient!). She showed us the various techniques we could use and then we each had a separate Gelli Plate to play with with lots of different materials. Clare helped each of us to refine our prints so we not only played with designs but learnt a lot too. I have now got myself a Gelli Plate and am loving implementing what I have learnt onto mixed media and journal designs. Thanks Clare!"

20 Nov 17'

Beci Hughes reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"Clare is such a fantastic teacher and lovely person. We were all made to feel very welcome with regular offers of tea, coffee and biscuits over the two hours. The workshop itself was extremely well organised with all materials and tools set out for us. I was chuffed with my lampshade and have just ordered another kit to do another. Clare has helpfully provided a list of instructions and tips for us. I would highly recommend. Thanks so much Clare, hope to do more workshops with you on future."

22 Oct 17'

Amanda Flewitt reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"I had such a great day, really relaxed and friendly atmosphere in a beautiful studio...... I want one like that :-) This is an amazing course I would say for both beginners or advanced crafty people. For me having such a busy life it was lovely to have a destress and be able to be creative for the day. I will definitely be coming back and think I might buy my friend a voucher for Christmas too xxxx"

21 Oct 17'

Stephanie Johnstone reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Clare is amazing, known her for many years. Wasn’t really sure what Gelli Plate Printing was but it sounded interesting. Clare made everyone feel comfortable and demonstrated as she explained the process. I would definitely recommend this course and is definitely worth the money. I would love to do this course again! :) Oh and Clare makes an excellent brew with biscuits :)"

21 Oct 17'

Ruth Cullis reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Had a lovely couple of hours in a cosy light and airy workshop and was amazed at how quickly I and the others in the group produced quality work, Its a fascinating process well taught by a qualified tutor who encouraged us to experiment with colour textures and other techniques, tea and biscuits provided, and I came home with a folder full of work that I was proud of. I would highly recommend this workshop."

21 Oct 17'

Lauren Ann Jones reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Clare was an excellent tutor and made me feel really comfortable and encouraging. I had never come across gelli printing before and came to love the technique,Clare explained what to do clearly and there was lots of materials for me to create a number of prints. This course is definitely worth the money and I came away feeling really creative and I'd definitely do the course again."

21 Jun 17'

Jo Speakman reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"Highly recommend this workshop. Had a really enjoyable morning and came home with a really professional looking lampshade which is looks fab in my living room. Clare is a fantastic teacher and whilst we chatted, guided us smoothly through the process, helping where we needed it. Very inspired by her prints, hoping to do another workshop soon."

21 May 17'

Ann Marie Kewis reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"Never done this before but in two hours I produced a professional lampshade that I am proud to have in my house. All as a result of really good tuition, and I loved it."