Community Learning Partnership reviews

Adele Dennis reviewed: Crochet Shawl

"I attended a workshop to create a crocheted shawl. It was a lovely afternoon with like minded ladies who help and encourage each other in a safe and welcoming environment. Natalie our tutor was amazing as always. The pattern was gorgeous and the yarn was sooooo squishy and lovely with great colours to choose from. I went away with more yarn and have made a second one. I would totally recommend CLPs workshops."

Elaine R reviewed: Crochet Shawl

"Thank you for a lovely afternoon learning my new crochet skills. In a superb setting. I have only been learning for about 4 weeks and with the help of Natalie and all the other lovely ladies I was able to achieve producing the beginning of the this ingenious shawl pattern. I am looking forward to continuing making this and have now got the understanding of reading a pattern too. I will be looking out for future courses to take part in. Thank you so much for your help, time, patience, beautiful yarn and company."

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Hi Elaine, thank you for your lovely review. It was a real pleasure to meet you, and it makes me very happy that your first experience with us was such a positive one. I look forward to seeing you again for another workshop, course or drop-in! Enjoy making the rest of your shawl, and I'll be in touch when the rest of the yarn arrives - Eliz :-) "

Lesley Jones reviewed: Bargello Needlepoint Workshop

"Had a wonderful time learning how to do the Bargello stitch. Nerrisa was very informative and well versed in her subject. She immediately put us at ease and was helpful throughout. Would highly recommend."

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"We're so pleased you enjoyed in, Lesley. Nerrisa is such an inspiration and I'm glad you found her to be helpful :-) "

Jenny Humphreys reviewed: Bargello Needlepoint Workshop

"I really enjoyed the Bargello with Nerrisa Pratt. She made us smile and laugh whilst keeping us learning about a new craft. She made sure that we all had the right materials to complete the wall hanging we started in the class. She gave us hacks to help us thread needles easily and good advice on the amount of thread to work with. We had a good choice of thread to use, from a recognisable brand. She also talked about starting small businesses and used IT links to show us more information . I’m half way through my project and looking forward to posting a picture on the CLP Facebook page. Thank you CLP for running such good courses at your pleasant venue at St Martins. "

Maria reviewed: Bargello Needlepoint Workshop

"I was made to feel very welcome and the tutor was very knowledgeable about her craft. We began on a small sampler first to try out some stitches and began on the main wall hanging so we knew what we were going to complete at home. All materials were supplied and to take home also. I would be more than happy to recommend this workshop to others."

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Maria, I'm so pleased you enjoyed the workshop and got to practise on a sampler before going 'live' on your wall hanging. I look forward to seeing your finished project! Eliz:-) "

Fay Thomson reviewed: Bargello Needlepoint Workshop

"I really enjoyed Nerrisa’s Borgello course. She was so patient and knowledgeable. I was greatly encouraged during the course and although I realise I can’t count, I am progressing with my work. I hope to finish soon. Watch this space. "

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Hi Fay, thank you for your review, and I'm so pleased you found Nerrisa to be an excellent tutor. As for not being able to count - that wouldn't be anything to do with chatting would it? lol....the same happens to me with crochet!! I look forward to seeing your finished piece - Eliz :-) "

Nicola reviewed: Bargello Needlepoint Workshop

"I recently went on a 3-hour workshop to learn "Bargello", an ancient type of weaving originating from Florence. The instructor, Nerrisa, was brilliant in explaining everything to get us started and she told us we would become addicted to this craft - and it's true! It's fun and easy to grasp and with a variety of patterns to choose from you can set the difficulty level yourself. The time whizzed past and I really enjoyed learning something new."

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"This was our first time running a Bargello workshop, and I've a feeling it won't be our last as I've received such good feedback from the group, and Nerrisa is such a lovely person and tutor. Thank you for your review :-)"

Christine Wyard reviewed: Social Media Content

"I was not very happy that we did not have an overhead projector which was really important for the lessons"

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Hi Christine - thanks for your feedback. The projector was working, but the tutor experienced a fault on his HDMI port. We've successfully tested it with one of our own laptops, so it will be in operation for the rest of the course :-) "

Marianne Chambers reviewed: 12-week Fair Isle Knitting Course

"Week 1. Very friendly group of crofters. Tutor Monica very helpful. I am new to Fairisle knitting hope to gain experience as the course progresses "

Teresa Newcombe reviewed: Watercolour Course online + kit

"Hubby and I really enjoyed this session. The time flew by and we are amazed how much was covered despite having to do induction. The paper and paints provided are top quality. Natalie is an excellent and patient tutor. The pack is inspiring and I feel excited and motivated to find time to practice before the next session!"

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"I'm so pleased you both enjoyed your first session so much! Induction is a necessity on the HAFLS courses as they are funded by the ESFA, but we hope it helps to make sure the courses are fully inclusive. Imagine how much more time you'll have to paint next week! Natalie is, indeed, an inspiration and I look forward to seeing your artwork as the course progresses. If you haven't already, do join us on our FaceBook group, CLP Mixed Media Art, as there are more opportunities to be inspired and to share - Eliz :-)"

Kathryn Livermore reviewed: Watercolour Course online + kit

"Really enjoyed the first session with Natalie- looking forward to the next! I learnt techniques that I’d no previous idea about! I also felt more confident at the end of the session due to Natalie’s encouragement and teaching . Thank you"

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your first session, Kathryn, especially as so much of the first week is taken up with induction etc! If you've learned new techniques in week 1, just think of all that you will go on to achieve by week 10! Natalie is very talented herself, and a really good teacher who inspires everybody in her classes. I look forward to seeing your artwork in due course! Eliz :-)"

Anna McCann reviewed: Knitting sock workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed the one day sock knitting course last w/e. I made a 2 colour baby sock following the the pattern & using the lovely soft yarn Monica provided. Having never made socks before it was great to have her on hand for tips on how to turn the heel & not have any gaps. I highly recommend this course & feel ready to attempt adult socks & Christmas stockings!"

Heidi Barker reviewed: Knitting sock workshop

"I really enjoyed this course, it was challenging but very rewarding. I have completed my pair of baby socks and with my new sock wool from CLP I’m ready to start a pair of adult socks. Great teaching from Monica and a lovely environment and people at CLP x"

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Heidi, I totally agree with you. It required a lot of concentration and it took me all day, a little of Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon to finish just one sock!! But I couldn't be prouder, and I'm looking forward to having a go at a 'big foot' sock next. I have heard tell that sock-knitting is highly-addictive, and I can believe it. Thanks for coming xx"

Kerry Hardstaff reviewed: Knitting sock workshop

"Had a very enjoyable day with group of varied abilities. All equipment supplied, sock made. Ways forward discussed. Completed small sock in 2 colours which covered the basics of sock knitting. Looking forward to next steps."

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Kerry, I'm looking forward to my next STEPS too haha!! Now we've learned the technique, I think it will be less fiddly when we move on to big feet. Well done :-)"

Michele Meade reviewed: Knitting sock workshop

"I really enjoyed this workshop everything was explained clearly and the tutor took time time to help everybody as they needed. This course has sparked my interest in sock knitting and i hope to carry on with sock knitting using the material provided"

Community Learning Partnership responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it, Michele! ?"

Kathryn Sear reviewed: An introduction to brush lettering

"I have wanted to do a lettering course for a couple of years now and I'm so glad that I went on this one with Suzie! She was so helpful and down to earth and I loved every second of it. The workshop went really quickly and didn't want it to end. I would love to do another workshop with Suzie if any other courses arose (such as Christmas themed or another themed event)."

Kelly Rider reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"I really loved taking part in this course, the tutor Sarah was amazing and explained how to do the pattern when I got stuck. She's very patient, and able to go at all paces. I joined as part of the BBO project to help me get out and be around people, the group was small of all different levels. Would highly recommend."

Hannah Harris reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"Loved every minute of it. Enjoyed learning new skills. Sarah is a wonderful teacher and so patient. Lovely atmosphere created by Eliz and CLP and all the learners. I surprised myself that I could create something beautiful after only just beginning crochet recently. Thank you so much."

Katy Williamson reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"A lovely way to spend a Saturday in the company of like-minded people while learning new skills. I liked the way that everyone could choose their own colour choices of wool and we were free to progress at our own pace, so as not to keep faster stitchers getting fed up or slower ones panicking that they couldn't keep up. Coffee, croissants and chocolate cake were all enticing bonuses too. I'd definitely return."

Fiona Todd reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"I went on the course as part of the bbo project, to help me get out and meeting people. I really enjoyed the project and actually did a proper c2c ?? I would definitely recommend any of these courses."

Helen Nicell reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"Really enjoyed this project. The cushion involves various stitches; double trebles, clusters, corner 2 corner, doubles, joining etc. The finished product is very effective and makes a lovely spring cushion. I especially enjoyed making the daisies!"

Melanie Stares reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"After completing a beginner course in crochet I was delighted to join this course. It’s a lovely relaxing atmosphere with a small group. Sarah is very experienced and her patience has helped me improve my skills immensely.Each week we have a new project, learning pattern reading, using different types of yarn and techniques. The group is very friendly and I have made some lovely friends. Crochet, chat , tea and cake, what more could you ask for for a perfect afternoon!"

Julie Scales reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"This course is great. I moved on to this from a beginners 10week course. The tutor Sarah is showing us how to do something different each week eg. a new stitch or pattern, how to join squares, creating a border around your work. We have new projects galore to then work on at home. Would recommend this course."

Victoria Deverson reviewed: Christmas Stocking

"I would highly recommend this course, Eliz is a great teacher, very patient and the course is great fun. This has really built up my confidence in my crochet skills. I look forward to the next one."

Amber Boorman reviewed: Christmas Stocking

"Thoroughly enjoyable. Great guidance from a lovely tutor. It's nice to spend time with like minded people and all the ladies on the course were excellent fun to learn with too!"