Forest and Dot reviews

Louise reviewed: Learn how to crochet kit with online course!

"I'm about halfway through this course and I am finding the video and instructions very clear and achievable"

Jan reviewed: Learn to Crochet Granny Squares Gift box

"It is quite expensive for what you get if I am honest. There are plenty of similar videos on the internet so I wouldn’t recommend this,"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Hi Jan I’m sorry to hear this, I haven’t received any messages from you to say you were unhappy with the kit. The kit also comes with full video call support which means you can arrange a call at any time to ask for any help needed. Of course this is factored into the price to provide one to one teaching. Please get in touch so I can rectify this issue for you. Many thanks Sophie "

Ruth F reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"This was so much fun! Can’t believe I could make something that looks great but really simple. Great instructions & easy to follow too. Thank you so much!"

Jane Atkin reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"An exciting package arrived yesterday and this afternoon I knitted a blanket! The wool is so gorgeous to work with and Sophie’s videos are so easy to follow. As I’m quite an experienced knitter this took me less time than stated to complete, and I’m thrilled with the result! Thank you so much Sophie, I love my blanket!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you so much for a lovely review! Enjoy your throw!"

Vicky Beal reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"What a thoroughly lovely way to spend a couple of hours. Sophie is a great tutor"

Lauren reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"This was my first time trying any sort of knitting and cannot recommend it enough! Beautiful colour and yarn and the instructions are really clear and simple. So happy with my first ever knitted blanket and now just want to make more!"

Esther reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"I am not a knitter so was a bit concerned I wouldn't be able to do the arm knitting - but Sophie's videos were so easy to follow, and I am delighted with my chunky blanket. Hoping to purchase more wool to make another one now!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you Esther for a lovely review!"

Belinda Bunyan reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"What a great course! Sophie is very reassuring - I can't knit and was concerned that I would find this too difficult online. It turns out that with clear instructions I can knit and have managed to make a beautiful blanket- I love it so much I want to make another! Thank you Sophie, prompt communication, clear instructions and a beautiful cosy blanket at the end, I thoroughly recommend this course."

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review, much appreciated!"

Joanne reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"Great introduction to arm knitting! Sophie’s video instructions were clear and easy to follow, beautiful selection of coloured yarns too! I would definitely recommend Sophie’s kit if you want to give arm knitting a try"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thanks you for such a lovely review, much appreciated!"

Alice reviewed: Extra yarn for kit

"This is a brilliant class! Sophie is a lovely patient teacher and I made the most beautiful throw. I'm recommending this to my friends!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you so much Alice for a lovely review!"

Pauline reviewed: 2020 Crochet Advent Calendar

"I’ve actually stopped opening my calendar after getting a tea bag in an envelope. As the calendar cost £75 I was expecting something way better. Very disappointed."

Forest and Dot responded:

"I’m soo sorry you are disappointed with your calendar. The calendar is made by two small businesses souly by hand. A lot of time was spent producing the whole calendar from start to finish and everything was made by just two people. It’s not mass produced and made by hand. The calendar was listed and described accurately. The theme was a Scandinavian Christmas and the envelopes are in fitting with the theme of this. I’m soo sorry for your disappointment, I’m more than happy to discus this further and resolved if you get in touch :)"

Jenny Fitzgerald reviewed: Beginners Christmas Large Chunky Wreath Kit

"The kit arrived in good time and was beautifully packaged, and all the components were lovely. The videos provided were very clear and not too quick, so I got the hang of it very quickly! And the resulting wreath looks lovely!"

Maria reviewed: Beginners Chunky knit throw - Arm knitting kit

"Such a great course - I definitely recommend! Sophie's instructions were so easy to follow and I'm so happy with the blanket I made! I was a bit hesitant at first as I've never tried my hand at arm knitting and wasn't sure how easy it would be to pick up "online" but Sophie's videos were so intuitive & easy to grasp!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Maria! Thanks Sophie"

Sammy Maggs reviewed: Beginners Chunky Christmas Wreath Workshop - Newbury

"What a great night on board a beautiful canal boat learning how to make a fantastic festive wreath! Sophie explained the process and then allowed us to crack on with our own designs, offering guidance where needed. I would definitely do another of her workshops!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you Sammy much appreciated! It was great to have you onboard!"

Julie Ware reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"What an amazing time... a warm September evening spent with the wonderful Sophie on her boat. We’d booked a private workshop to learn how to arm knit a chunky throw. Sophie is incredibly patient and none of us could believe we’d arm knitted our gorgeous throws in just under 2 hours! We’ve learnt a skill for life (just ordered yarn to make another!). Thank you Sophie... we had the best time ever."

Jacqui Martin reviewed: Beginners Crochet day Workshop

"I had a lovely afternoon in a super location, which made it feel very special as the course was a present. Sophie helped everyone, from beginners to others who were more experienced. I hope to come back for another course in the future."

Tam reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"Brilliant course with Sophie. Enjoyed every minute of it and she was very patient with us. What a lovely way to spend a Friday morning! Definitely recommend. Thanks Sophie"

Lucy reviewed: Beginners Crochet day Workshop

"Great workshop in a really lovely and unusual location! The group was small, which was perfect as it meant everyone was able to go at their own pace and Sophie, the tutor, was able to spend lots of time with everyone individually, to make sure they knew what they were doing. Really enjoyable, would definitely recommend."

Roxanne reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"I absolutely loved this class. We had a great time chatting and crafting and I came away with a beautiful knitted throw. Her instructions were super easy to follow and the throw was so enjoyable to make. Great atmosphere, great people, great evening!"

Elode Hersee reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"I came to this course with a friend as it was a really good evening. I love the blanket I made and Sophie was very good at teaching me as I had never knitted before. I love the boat it is so cute and cozy and I would love to do another course with Sophie again <3"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you Elodie for a lovely review!"

Jo Binks reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"Such a fun evening. Total relaxation on board while producing a gorgeous blanket that makes you want to snuggle! Sophie is a great teacher and arm knitting is easy to pick up."

Emma reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"I attended this course with a friend last week. It was a very relaxing evening in a beautiful setting. We had a lovely evening chatting and knitting, and under Sophie's guidance we both left with a wonderful completed throw. Highly recommended! I'd never done any knitting before and had no problems :)"

Claire reviewed: Beginners Arm knitting workshop - make a chunky knit throw, Newbury

"Attended this course earlier this year....was a lovely evening and I left with a gorgeous knitted throw thanks to the guidance of Sophie. I can highly recommend, even if you are a knitting novice like me!"

Forest and Dot responded:

"Thank you Claire for your lovely review! It was great to have you onboard! I hope you enjoy your arm knitted throw!"