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25 Feb 19'

Karl Trayler reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My Wife and I attended a one-day course to make our own wedding rings, it was one of the most interesting and enjoyable experiences we have had. Lucy is so knowledgeable, explains and demonstrates every step we needed to make our rings. Lucy is also very patient and allowed us time to go over certain processes. The workshop is exceptional well laid out and very well stocked with all the equipment you would need. The day is very well managed by Lucy although you are consistently learning but you are also allowed to progress in your own time and made to feel relaxed. The overall cost is again excellent value when you consider the course is all day and 1-1 teaching. We would 100% recommend to anyone and really hope to return one day in the future ourselves Not to mention Lucy's workshop is set in a beautiful part of the Welsh country side, which is just an added extra to a truly wonderful day. Sue & Karl Trayler Feb2019"

11 Jan 19'

Beverley Whent reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"After nearly 40 years away from a bench I went to Lucy Copleston to brush up on old skills and learn some new ones. Firstly it must be said her beautiful workshop is inspirational in itself and incredibly well equipped. Lucy is an excellent teacher, very intuitive and seems to know exactly the pace required for each task to ensure the learning process is complete. She is very patient and we had a lot of fun exploring solutions in the construction of my rather ambitious design. Over 4 days of 1-to-1 tuition I felt I learned a huge amount and achieved my objectives. I'm already looking forward to returning. I would like to add that I can tell a complete novice would be totally at easy with Lucy's gentle teaching style whilst someone with more experience can feast on Lucy's wealth of knowledge and be challenged."

12 Dec 18'

Lindsay Eckley reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I got a voucher for a jewellery making day with Lucy at Christmas in 2017, I eventually got round to arranging my course in December 2018. I thoroughly enjoyed it and Lucy is a patient and excellent teacher. I have done silver smithing jewellery making before and the encouragement she gave renewed my interest in taking it up as a hobby. I am extremely proud of what I created with Lucy's guidance, a beautiful robin inspired pendant in silver and copper."

11 Dec 18'

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I'm reflecting on the tortoise and the hare. I have had two sessions recently where we have mulled over the design details of my work with some practice put in for good measure. Whilst the number of completed items may be small the devil has certainly been in the detail. If I had run ahead to complete pieces they would certainly not have turned out to be so magnificent as they have with Lucy's steady and collaborative approach with gentle questioning of my reasoning has made the difference between an average and a master class. With Lucy you have a grand master. I have already booked my next class."

4 Dec 18'

Rhona Hobson reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"Absllutely brilliant. Lucy is super knowledgeable, creative and flexible. She listens to your ideas and gives you fantastic improvement ideas. Lucy is encouraging and easy to get along with. Cannot wait for another day because there will be another."

26 Nov 18'

Caro Hogan reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"This was my second time with Lucy. We spent 2 days crafting a gem set ring that started out as a very simple two dimensional idea that turned into a complex three dimensional object. Lucy was incredibly knowledgable and encouraging throughout the whole process, letting me know of different techniques and their application. She was happy to answer any questions I had about construction, gems, or jewellery in general and I have come away with a wealth of knowledge and the confidence to design more pieces. I can’t recommend this class enough if you have an interest in silver craft."

22 Nov 18'

Carole H reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"Hooked on jewellery making and back for another totally inspiring day. Lucy gives the opportunity to try so many techniques; I was happy to be doing etching again: one of my favourites. I also got some great advice for setting up a vice at home on a budget. All in all a fun day, as usual. With one to one tuition, you learn so much. Thank you, Lucy."

17 Nov 18'

Isobel Everett reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My 4th session, completed an amazing gem set ring. I now have 2 pieces of handmade fine jewellery that attract so many comments. So proud of myself. Love the way Lucy teaches and her intuitive style. Already planning next project !"

26 Oct 18'

Carole H reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"With time off work I visited Lucy in October in fabulous weather for the start of a new project: a silver bangle inspired by the irises in Lucy's garden. I took a wire and paper model and developed a more solid prototype in copper. This was a very useful process in deciding various factors such as the width of wire and the shape and size of a stone. Lucy provided lots of interesting ideas and techniques I might use and I came away with a shopping list of materials for the next stage (can't wait!). All in all another wonderful and inspiring day."

25 Oct 18'

Melissa reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I had a brilliant experience with lucy! she is a very good tutor and teaching is to a high standard i was able to take in and understand everything as she lets you take it at a standard pase! And i feel this helps you take it all in i highly recomend and will be goin back !!"

23 Oct 18'

Ruth Williams reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I had an excellent day learning to make a gold bangle. Excellent tuition from start to finish and I now have a much better understanding of what I should be doing. Lucy is extremely helpful and friendly. Her suggestions and support really helped me to complete my project and I now have the most amazing gift to give my mother. I highly recommend these days and Lucy is so helpful In helping you prepare for the day."

12 Oct 18'

Zoe reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My expectations of this private tuition, and for what I might achieve in a day were high - I was absolutely delighted. From my initial email enquiry, through contact leading up to, and throughout the day there was excellent organisation and communication in all areas. Timely information to plan, prepare and find the location, materials, health and safety, tools as well as provocation to ask more questions or anything specfic. The quality of the wrap around made the course itself even more enjoyable, relaxing, productive along with the high quality outputs . Thank you Lucy for such professionalism and authenticity in all areas."

12 Oct 18'

alexandra newstead reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I had an excellent day with Lucy. As a complete beginner I had no idea how to work with silver, but with Lucy's expert guidance I managed to make a lovely silver ring, which I show off at every opportunity. Lucy has a mindful of knowledge in jewellery making and is an excellent (and patient in my case) teacher. I would highly recommend anyone who is interested in jewellery making to have at least a day with Lucy."

3 Oct 18'

Vicky Cutler reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I had a fantastic day with Lucy and learnt so many new things. I am a complete beginner so was absolutely thrilled that I was able to complete 3 rings. Lucy's knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm is second to none and I would highly recommend coming on one of her workshops. I have already booked to come back."

21 Aug 18'

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My latest visit to Lucy was one of more inspiration. Whilst she guided me through the completion of my pendant chain we spent the day working through my ideas for my next project. This was time well spent and I have lots of homework for my next visit. Once again Lucy gave me the inspiration and guidance to look at what's achievable in metal and what isn't. Can't wait for our next session"

20 Aug 18'

Carole H reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"It’s finished! With Lucy’s expert tuition and generous help I have made a special pendant in time to wear at my daughter’s wedding. The whole process - over several visits - was a joy. I now look forward to the start of a new project and hope to be back in October. Thank you Lucy."

16 Aug 18'

Olivia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"By the fourth day I had made a number of enamelled pieces and the whole time spent with Lucy was fun and so inspiring. Lucy offers really focused tuition and also documents the processes for you so that you have reference after you leave which really helps when you are learning a technique for the first time. I have had a number of sessions with Lucy over the years and I will continue to travel from London to receive more of her expert tuition!"

16 Aug 18'

Olivia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"By the third day we were exploring techniques to the full and Lucy always encourages you to create full pieces from start to finish, which is crucial to understanding how jewellery is made and how different elements take time to combine. Her guidance and experience is unparalleled and the focus and commitment she offers to every session is invaluable. Whether you are a beginner or more experienced, Lucy will always encourage you to explore ideas that inspire you, which keeps the sessions so fun and engaging. She can expertly guide you and help adapt ideas, from an initial concept to the creation, so it's always a very exploratory and really helps you to be comfortable and extra creative!"

16 Aug 18'

Olivia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"On the second day we explored the enamelling technique further. Lucy offers a wealth of knowledge, experience and artistic flair. One-to-one tuition that Lucy offers is invaluable and she ensures that you have grasped every aspect of the technique or skill. I work in London and Lucy's tranquil studio offers respite from the city buzz and you find yourself opening up to the inspiration from nature and the breath-taking environment. The day was very focused and exploratory, and Lucy always ensures that you are developing and that there is an end goal to the session."

16 Aug 18'

Olivia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I recently visited Lucy for a 4 day session at her beautiful workshop. We began by exploring ideas and techniques of interest - I've visited Lucy before on and off for a few years and we decided that enamelling would be an interesting technique to explore. Lucy is so inspiring and offers thorough and focused tuition throughout."

15 Aug 18'

Andy Durrant reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I had a wonderful day with Lucy. It was very enlightening to see and experience the amount of effort that needs to go into all jewellery. Lucy was very accommodating and clearly explained the processes to me for making a ring. I am looking forward to going back and making more."

1 Aug 18'

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"You would have thought that after a year of one to one tuition from Lucy there would be no surprises. Well under Lucy's tutelage I realise I'm only scratching the surface in terms of knowledge and skills I always look forward to the next date that she can fit me in and inspire me once again"

27 Jul 18'

Sara Christie reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"This is my third session with Lucy and once again another inspirational, but relaxing day, so wonderful to be able to step outside of the real world for a day. Not only did I get to continue with my pendant project and learnt about stone mounting, but Lucy helped me create a beautiful ring as a keepsake for my daughters graduation, so very special, a heartfelt thank you Lucy. Thank you also Lucy for your patience and your guidance, the pictures and your wisdom sharing are so valuable in helping me to be able to do this as a much needed independant hobby. Have a great summer and see you in September."

19 Jun 18'

Saly Middleton reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"As the recipient of this wonderful birthday present I was looking forward to an informative and practical learning experience. It was all of this and so much more! Lucy's expertise in her craft is obvious from the beginning, but the gentle way she guided us through creating and making our unique pieces of jewellery makes it a thoroughly enjoyable day. Throughout, her enthusiasm and attentiveness to both my daughter and myself, enabled us to keep going even when we thought things were not going according to plan! The end results amazed us both and I am so proud to be wearing my ivy leaf with trailing curl! I now have the incentive and enough basic knowledge to see how I can alter my glass studio, to make room for combining my lamp work beads with silver work. Thank you Lucy for creating an inspirational day, relighting my creativity! Sally M."

18 Jun 18'

Jessica B. reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My mum desperately wanted to learn how to work with silver to go with her already stunning glass beadwork and I saw a great opportunity in a day's tuition for a birthday present for her and some creative time for me. We had a lovely day choosing leaves from Lucy's stunning garden and learning the basics of working with silver to create beautiful silver necklaces. She provided wonderful personal tuition and helped mum understand how this would fit in with the glass giving her extra time and attention to help her start off. A great birthday present and I had a lovely day and gained a pretty leaf pendant. Highly recommended."