Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow reviews

Lesley Watson reviewed: Willow Leaping Hare The David Hall with Jo Sadler

"The leaping hare course was fabulous....I loved it. The tutor, Jo, was really great....explaining everything really well, offering continued support & was extremely warm and welcoming. I was surprised what can be achieved in a day. I was pleased with the outcome & would definitely recommend it."

D. MASON reviewed: Willow Deer Sculpture at Walford Mill Wimbourne

"Had a great day. The teacher was very good at guiding and helping us as individuals. Instructions were clear and given in manageable pieces. The materials were good and more than sufficient for our needs as a group. The finished product , a willow deer, looks amazing."

Frances Saunders reviewed: Willow Deer at The David Hall with Jo Sadler

"A really enjoyable and creative day that ended up with a sculpture to take home that far exceeded my expectations. Jo is an excellent teacher with an engaging style that kept us all motivated, especially when we were got tired from concentrating. Her knowledge of the craft and choice of materials was inspirational. The time flew by! I would recommend a session with Jo to anyone, regardless of their artistic abilities. You could surprise yourself for what you can achieve in 9 hours!"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"That's fantastic. They were lovely. Thank you for your company too!"

Nicky Rogers reviewed: Willow Deer at The David Hall with Jo Sadler

"A lovely day and we learnt so much. We will definitely do another day with Jo, making owls next time, I hope. Well worth every penny too. "

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you. I look forward to seeing you again. The Deer were lovely. Jo"

Mary reviewed: Willow Sitting HareStudi0ne Bridport

"Jo managed to support the range of abilities in the group really well. It was hard work but very fulfilling with a sculpture to take home at the end of the day. Jo was also serious about the health and safety aspects of the location and work content. This was my first experience of willow weaving and perhaps could have done with more time, however, I had learnt enough to be able to finish off and tidy up my sculpture when I got home. I would definitely recommend Jo’s workshop and hope to attend another in the future. A great learning experience - thank you Jo."

Debbie Cook reviewed: Willow Deer The David Hall with Jo Sadler

"A great day out to make a huge dear for the garden! Thanks Jo for the well organised and structured day! Enjoyed it very much x"

Ruth reviewed: Willow Deer Walford Mill

"What an amazing day and great result. Jo was very good spreading herself amongst us and helping where needed. Very enjoyable and surprisingly hard work. Thank you Jo, I hope to see you again. "

Cazzy reviewed: Willow Deer Walford Mill

"We had a great time. Jo is fun and silly (in a good way) but very professional with it. Our sculptures were incredible - wow. I think we could have done with an extra hour but it all kind of got done and we probably could have fiddled around for ever! Thanks Jo "

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"It was a great atmosphere and you both brought good spirits and joy to the class. Such lovely deer made, all so personalised and similar. I do enjoy a Deer day!:thank you for your company. Jo"

Lin Tabor reviewed: Willow Deer Walford Mill

"What a fantastic day. Jo was excellent at teaching without taking over. Really tolerant & understanding of 2 older ladies struggling!! Today my hands are dry & my arms ache but so worth it. Will definitely consider doing another course."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Linda-it was a superb herd! "

Joy reviewed: Willow Hare Sculpture The David Hall

"Jo is very talented and knowledgeable and gives help and advice throughout the day. Really enjoyable day and it is great to come away with a willow sculpture that I will love to have in the garden."

Jacky King reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"Another brilliant day with Jo. She's a really good tutor. She gives clear instructions all the way along and will offer help if needed. She's also there quickly if you lose confidence. Jo is also just a really nice, warm person. Never worked with willow before then. Try a class with Jo... but be careful you are very likely to get the bug and be making many, many more things. Thank you JO for another really exciting day."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you Jacky, you are very kind and always a joy to work with. We've made a few pieces between us over the years and your crane was beautiful. The willow works well in your hands and I do enjoy our banter. I'm smiling now! Kind regards Jo ✨️ "

June Lewis reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"Extremely good course - it was well led by an instructor who knew her craft. Thank-you I love my deer who now takes pride of place in my garden. Will attend more courses in the future."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you June, I enjoyed the class a lot. Great atmosphere and outcomes. Jo😊"

Karen Roach reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"Jo, has a warm welcoming manner and is very accommodating of everybody's needs. She is clearly a very experienced crafts woman, so is able to work willow expertly and consequently she can solve any problems the leaners have when making. She leads the course at pace through the day and it's a busy day that is fun and completely absorbing, but still with time for a cuppa and a laugh. If you are a novice or expert , you will come away with a sculpture to be proud of"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, Karen, that's very kind. It was a good day of making and super sculptures!!"

Hazel T. reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course, it was a fabulous day, Jo was a great teacher who gave simple step by step instructions to cater for all levels of ability with lots of encouragement. I am not a crafter, but absolutely thrilled with the deer sculptures we created. I would highly recommend this course, it was excellent."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much. It was a brilliant class and I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Jo😊"

Beat Neukomm reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"Jo is an excellent teacher and very generously shared her knowledge with us. There were 14 in the course, 12 making deers and 2 of us making pigs, it was very well prepared and structured. All the sculptures looked amazing on the stage for the group photo at the end. Great day, thank you Jo."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thanks Beat-it was a very creative day and produced lovely sculptures!"

Jax reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"I came home with a deer !! A fabulous day, Jo was a fabulous teacher generous in her time and help and everyone completed a deer or pig. Great and clear instruction. Excellent pre course communication. I would highly recommend and will be looking to do more in the future"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, Jax. The herd was spectacular! "

Lindsay reviewed: Leaping Hare The David Hall South Petherton

"Jo had all the skills required to make this a totally immersive and productive experience. I would throughly recommend!"

Jean Vanovitch reviewed: Leaping Hare The David Hall South Petherton

"Had a lovely day making a willow leaping hare with Jo, she was very patient with us all and I loved the outcome of my hare. David Hall in South Petherton was a really nice venue too"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you Jean, your company was lovely, the day was full of creativity and wonderful leaping hares. Thank you for your review. Jo 🐇 "

Sue P reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"How did we create such fabulous deer sculptures? All down to Jo‘s easy to follow methods and clear instructions. It’s a full-on day but what we produced at the end was amazing. Thoroughly recommended. Really impressed and impressive- my friend’s can’t believe it’s something I actually made!"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you Sue, the "Herd" were a fantastic gathering. Really good atmosphere and creative company. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks .Jo"

Jillian reviewed: Willow Pig Sculpture The David Hall

"Brilliant Day making a pig…good group company, great teacher and a lovely location, not too far from home…thank you Jo for an inspiring 'work out'! ….love to make some chickens next time! Appreciate now how much work and thought goes into your beautiful sculptures and great to meet you at last!"

Elinor reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"Thank you so much Jo. It was a really fantastic day and I throughly enjoyed myself and came away with a chicken which I am extremely pleased with. Everything was so well organised and planned and the day flew by but we were all able to finish our chicken or pheasant. Plenty of tea and biscuits and a very pleasant environment. I will certainly tell people about the course and maybe you will see me on another one. "

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you. It was a great atmosphere and really creative. Thank you for your company "

Donna reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"Thank you so much Jo for a fabulous day, it was so much fun and I came away with a pheasant....yay. I would thoroughly recommend this course, never done anything like it before but that didn't matter. Everything was set up before our small groups arrival, kettle was on and biscuits out 👍🏻Jo was warm and welcoming and put us all at ease, she demonstrated each of the initial steps and then let our individuality flow...gently guiding us if inspiration lacked at times. The whole day was a joy and flew by too quickly. I feel inspired to add to my pheasant now....thank you Jo xxxxx"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much. Lots of fun. I completed my pheasant yesterday! Great creative day."

Helen reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"I can’t thank you enough for such a brilliant course. I attended with my mum today, and we loved every second, such a friendly and informative session and we ended up taking home our own ‘interpretation’ of a chicken and a pheasant. We were guided through every step, and were given help with every stage. There was ample willow to create a masterpiece. We were also supplied with plenty of hot drinks and biscuits. The group size was small which meant we had the help we needed. Our masterpieces at the end were ours to keep. Mine has taken pride at the front of my house! Thank you so so much, such a wonderful day, a memory I will treasure. I really 💯 rate this fantastic day out x"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Gosh, thank you so much. What lovely feedback. You two were great company and made really impressive sculptures. Your mum took a great angle with her Pheasant , regal and strong, a brilliant first willow sculpture. Your chicken had fantastic energy, like it just had a shake down, very hard to capture. I've been inspired. So thank you. Kindest regards Jo "

Leise Lewis reviewed: Dragonfly The Swannery, Abbotsbury

"Hi Jo, thank you for a great day. So enjoyed making the willow dragonfly. Will definitely be back to do another workshop. "

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thanks Leise You made such a lovely dragonfly sculpture, really fantastic. Glad you enjoyed the day. You were all great company!! "

Liz reviewed: Dragonfly The Swannery, Abbotsbury

"Such a fantastic day - I was a complete beginner but the course was brilliantly structured and Jo was so supportive and kind - she offered help and encouragement and when my brain just could not work out how to get the right shape she showed me how to get it right - I was really proud of the bee I made - and although my hands are quite tired today I will certainly do another class next year :)"

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thanks Liz, we had a great day, your love of bees really showed and especially when you put on the bee wings!! Thank you for your company too. 🙏 Jo"