Clivewood Alpacas reviews

Angela Bradford reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Had a fabulous day with Christine and the alpacas on Saturday, learnt all about how the fleece is made into wool and made a beautiful scarf to treasure. Went to meet all the alpacas and saw the ones that we were using their wool . I would highly recommend this course , and you get a lovely lunch. Ps remember to take some wellies or boots to go to see the alpacas."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. Was lovely to have you here. Wellies are now on the list. "

Valene reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Spent a really great day weaving a very professional looking scarf under the expert instruction of Caroline. Wonderful venue and lovely lunch provided. Meeting the alpacas who had supplied the wool was a treat. Need to take wellies though some were provided. Altogether a really good day, I would highly recommend. "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you, it was an absolute pleasure. Will remind people to bring wellies in the winter. "

Marilyn reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Had an amazing day and delighted with my scarf. Becky was a great teacher, the lunch was yummy and the Alpacas are adorable. Can highly recommend - thanks Becky and Caroline. "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

Paul reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Great friendly and inspiring tuition. A full day of interest including producing a great scarf on good equipment in a purpose built workroom, followed by meeting the Alpacas which had provided the beautiful yarn that we worked on the looms. A very good lunch broke up the day very nicely and we all completed our scarves in the afternoon. Lots of support and advice through the day helped to inspire my wife and I to want to do more weaving. We ended with the opportunity to purchase some beautiful items made by Caroline with wool from the Alpacas. Thanks for a lovely day."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

Carole Freeman reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"This weaving course was a gift from daughter and it turned out to be brilliant. Thank you Caroline for your excellent tuition. Lovely lunch and seeing the Alpacas close up made for a fantastic day. Highly recommended 👌 "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

Alison and Candy reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Spent a great day making our scarves, very enjoyable day. Visited the alpacas ( “the girl’s and boy’s”) out in the fields. Lovely lunch. Caroline is full of enthusiasm for something that she loves. Her tuition was clear and supportive. Highly recommend this day and you come away with a lovely scarf."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

Rebecca B reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A brilliant day! Beautiful setting, organised course, materials with provenance, great company and fabulous end result! Weaving proved to be a very mindful activity and using the wool from alpacas you meet on the farm is very special. A highly recommended day!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Rebecca thank you. "

Kay Fellows reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"We totally enjoyed our day with Caroline weaving scarves last week. Meeting the Alpaca's was fab despite the not so good weather. Lunch was great even the Gluten Free choice. Will definitely recommend, thank you again"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

Ann & Gill reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Fantastic day with excellent tuition from Caroline throughout. My friend and I completed our beautiful scarves with Caroline's guidance and are now proud to wear them. To make a fabulous day more exciting we visited the Alpacas and were told which ones the wool came from that we used. Lunch was delicious. Can't praise this course enough."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

Sam reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Excellent course, great fun weaving and meeting the alpacas, well taught and lovely people. Would do again"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

Jackie Hall reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I had a really lovely day. Caroline was an attentive teacher and host. The farm and facilities are excellent. We even got a tour around the farm and met the alpacas from which the yarn for our scarves came from. I had never weaved before and I came home with a complete scarf made of the softest, natural alpaca yarn. Oh and the lunch was excellent too. I highly recommend this course. "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Jackie. "

Jo Murray reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I attended this course last Saturday with my sister and I loved every minute and despite my sister not being at all craftsy, she did too! We had a warm welcome, in depth and knowledgeable instruction from Caroline and Becky and all the help we needed to create our own woven alpaca scarves. I have not stopped wearing mine since! Lunch was delicious, seeing the alpacas and the mill was also another highlight. Just lovely day all round. Definitely recommend."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you so much, I’m glad you’re wearing your scarf, it was beautiful. "

Julie and laura reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Had a brilliant time weaving a scarf. Caroline is a lovely lady. Great day and lovely lunch. Hope to return"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. I had a lovely day too and your scarves are beautiful."

Dee reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A very creative and enjoyable day. Peaceful setting with a patient trainer in Caroline. Resources and instructions were clearly laid out. Help and guidance was always on hand. A full day needed to complete the scarf but additional time was given if needed. Hope to repeat the course in the summer with a friend. Satisfying to come away with a beautiful, unique, hand made scarf. Thank you"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Dee Thank you. It was a pleasure to teach you. Looking forward to seeing you again. Caroline "

Lesley Sparks reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Fabulous day. Caroline was a great host. Everything was explained so that we not only left with a completed scarf but with weaving knowledge that may prove essential in the future. Meeting the alpacas in their surroundings and seeing the mill at work was very interesting. All in all a very enjoyable experience "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Lesley Was lovely to have you here and your scarf was beautiful. Caroline "

Louise Halbert reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"The day exceeded my expectations - great studio, fabulous tutor, and a lovely touch of being able to meet the alpacas who 'donated' their wool for the project. Highly recommended!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you, it was a pleasure teaching you. I hope you enjoy continuing to weave. "

Jess and Eve reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"We had an absolutely wonder day at Clivewood Alpacas. The tuition was great & we were amazed to leave with a beautiful scarf at the end of the day! Really nice to be able to go and meet the Alpacas too. And extra thanks to Caroline for being so helpful with allergies when planning lunch/refreshments! "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. It was lovely to have you with us. "

Des Parry reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Course tutor Becky 5 star Course 5 star Food 5 star Location 5 star Alpacas 5star What else can I say! Go there!!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you ,It was lovely to have you here"

Ruth Webster reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I went to Clivewood Alpacas with my 94 year old Mum. We had such a lovely day, Caroline was so kind and patient. We really enjoyed meeting the beautiful Alpacas. It was a wonderful day for me on so many levels, it gave me so much pleasure seeing Mum so happy and engaged, whilst we were both weaving a beautiful scarf in a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, in the great company of like minded people, with the gorgeous Alpacas looking on. Caroline was so generous with her help and advice - and unbelievably creative- we were both in awe of her! Meeting the Alpacas was a wonderful treat in itself. The lunch was delicious. We had our beautiful hand woven scarves to take home- this course was worth every penny, you definitely won’t be disappointed ☺️"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Ruth, it was a pleasure "

Rose Norman reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"My daughter and I had a wonderful day together. Caroline and Becci were the perfect hosts, making it an enjoyable and relaxing experience. We both have a lovely scarf to remind us of the day. Thank you Caroline."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you, lovely to see you"

Lynne reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Such a lovely day, yesterday! Caroline [a patient, knowledgeable tutor], Becky [ditto], Ian and the alpacas were very welcoming and friendly [none of them spat!]. Good coffee, biscuits and generous, tasty lunch all enjoyed in a comfortable, light, warm workshop area. I loved meeting all the alpacas and, especially, the 'introduction' to the individual [I found myself saying, 'Thank you'] animals that had provided the wool for each student's scarf. I would love to return for another class; don't need any more scarves but the day was just so great! Thank you all so much."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Lynne, you are always welcome "

Mairead (Maggie) Hawker reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"After a long period of being locked away thanks to Covid this was my first venture out to a class and I couldn’t have chosen a better class! To me it felt less like a class and more like a visit to friends. It was one of the best craft courses I’ve ever been on, and I do courses a lot! The course takes place in a beautiful purpose-built workroom in beautiful Shropshire countryside and is easy to find with Satnave/Waze. Immediately you’re made to feel very much at home by the lovely Caroline and Becci and introduced to your loom and equipment. You’re shown how to wind wool onto your shuttle, use your heddle and everything else that comes with weaving your first piece. Teaching is attentive but not intrusive, and both have the patience of Job when inevitably mistakes are made! I’d tinkered with weaving and have my own loom, but still learned so much that I’ve come away with a new confidence and enthusiasm for weaving. At lunchtime you visit the Mill, where wool is processed, and meet the Alpacas, who are the most gorgeous, happy creatures who are obviously very loved and well looked after. There really isn’t anything to fault with this class and I would heartily recommend to new, curious or even experienced weavers. Thank you Caroline and Becci for making the first steps of my lifelong dream so easy to take! "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Maggie, it was a pleasure to teach you. Looking forward to seeing your future projects. "

Martina reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I spend a fantastic day at Clivewood Farm and left at the end of the day with a beautiful handwoven scarf. Caroline’s tuition was excellent and I learnt a lot. Meeting the alpacas who provided the actual wool for my scarf was a memorable moment and I enjoyed an interesting tour through the mill. Thank you for a wonderful day in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. "

Jenny G reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"It was a wonderful day of weaving and yarn and alpacas and quiche. I go on many craft courses and this is by far the best I have been on for years. I look forward to going back in a few months and being more adventurous in my choice of pattern. There is something special using the product of the animals you are watching through the window. Becky was a calming, knowledgeable tutor."

Suki reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I attended this course a short while ago and loved every minute of it. Caroline and the team are so friendly, the location is beautiful and the Alpaca's are worth a drive all on their own. I had zero experience of weaving and chose a slightly harder pattern and thanks to Caroline I made it no problem at all (well, lots of mistakes, but lots of help given). The whole experience from the tour of the wool processing equipment, meeting the alpacas, weaving the scarf to the lunch and refreshments is highly recommended."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Lovely having you here and you made a beautiful scarf Caroline"