Kingcot Gallery reviews

John reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"My partner and I did a one-day stained glass course. Both Vicky and Vic (who was on hand go help us in the morning while Vicky was busy with another group) were absolutely delightful! We were really pleased by how much freedom we were given (even though we were complete beginners) to choose a design and to crack on with it! There was as much support as we needed but it felt genuinely creative and like a learning experience, not just painting by numbers. The Vicky and Vic were also really kind, lovely folks so we had a good natter over lunch and while we were working away. Cannot recommend it highly enough!!"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear John Thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated! I'll be honest and say we try and get you to do as much as possible so we can have a rest......... :-) Joking aside, we hopefully get you to a stage that you can tackle this as a hobby if you want to. Thanks again Vicky "

John reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"My partner and I did a one-day stained glass course. Both Vicky and Vic (who was on hand go help us in the morning while Vicky was busy with another group) were absolutely delightful! We were really pleased by how much freedom we were given to choose a design and to crack on with it! There was as much support as we needed but it felt genuinely creative and like a learning experience, not just painting by numbers. The Vicky and Vic were also really kind, lovely folks so we had a good natter over lunch and while we were working away. Cannot recommend it highly enough!!"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"As above! - I hope."

Sue and Graham Edwards reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"What a wonderful experience learning glass fusing with Vicky. She was informative, enthusiastic and encouraging. Her studio has everything you need, and more. We were made to feel like friends and will soon have our original "works of art" as reminders of a thoroughly enjoyable morning. Thank you Vicky, we hope to see you again."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Sue, you're making me blush - thank you! Your pieces are looking good, made better by the personal subject matter - wild swimmers unite!"

Heather reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"It was our first attempt at fused glass. With Vicky's guidance we made some items that look great. We had such a fun afternoon and would love to do it again."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Heather Just about to pop them in the kiln...... Thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated. And obviously you are more then welcome to come back, I may actually have the milk in the workshop this time! All the best Vicky"

Kevin Attwood. reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"The tuition and pace of learning from Vickey Kitchen was clear and informative. Making the whole experience of learning to make a stained glass window interesting in a fun and relaxed environment. Thankyou Vickey really enjoyed the day. Taking away what I have learned and using the skills taught."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Hi Kevin, you are more than welcome. It's always good to get someone to do something new, knowing that the new skill will be incorporated in other interests and hobbies. All the best, Vicky "

Alison reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"As all other reviewers have said, Vicky is a great lady with extensive knowledge and a fantastic personality too. My friend and I did a copper foil day and were both inspired to go on and do more. The setting is great, the workshop is comfortable and lunch was lovely. If I lived nearer I would join "glass club". Highly recommended. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Alison, thank you so much for your kind words, they are appreciated. You would be more than welcome at glass club but I guess it is a little far for you to travel...... I hope you find somewhere a bit more local to carry on doing glass work, you are both more than capable of doing so. All the best, Vicky"

Lisa Fleming reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"I had the most wonderful day with Vicky and thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. Vicky is the most wonderful and patient teacher and I came away from the day with a stained glass panel I am proud to display in my home. I had absolutely no prior experience but Vicky guided me through the whole process so well - and a lovely lunch too! Thank you so much Vicky."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Lisa OK, I'm definitely blushing...... Thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated, so pleased you enjoyed the day and the panel won't be in the cupboard under the stairs! All the best Vicky"

Katie Dickens reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"We had a super morning with Vicky, who was warm, welcoming and very knowledgeable. We’re really excited to see our finished products!!"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Katie, It was great to see how different all three of you worked having been given the same instructions - spoiler alert they have come out well! Many thanks Vicky"

Claire reviewed: Fused glass introduction full day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"I had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Vicky gave clear instructions and demonstrated how to use all the different tools I might need to shape my pieces of glass. It was really interesting learning how to do something completely new and I was quite surprised at how much I managed to do in the day. She offered suggestions or advice if I asked but it was very much my piece of work. It was a very relaxed, sociable day with a lovely lunch and I'm already dropping hints that I'd like another day as my Christmas present. Loved it."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Claire, thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated. I do try and get as many techniques in that people feel comfortable with which helps move things along nicely. If the hint is taken it'll be good to see you again. Many thanks Vicky"

Lottie reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"We had a fantastic time on the course, Vicky is an excellent teacher, helping us to get to grips with new skills! Our class was very relaxed & fun! I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to try a new craft skill "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Hi Lottie, so pleased you enjoyed the time, it's always good to pass on new skills and techniques - as my Nan said every day is a school day! Many thanks Vicky"

Glenys reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Really enjoyed this course and would love to do another in the future. Vicky was lovely and nothing was too much trouble "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Glenys, thank you for this, really appreciate it. Your pieces are lovely and should brighten up the walls! Vicky"

Anna Baker reviewed: Fused glass introduction full day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"A brilliant, chilled out yet productive enjoyable day. Vicki has the ability to pitch to your ability and provide as much support and ideas as you require. Thank you so much, we will be back "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Anna, thank you so much for your kind words, they are appreciated. Your pieces show how confidence is gained throughout the session which is always a good thing! Thank you again - Vicky"

Duncan reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"I had one to one help throughout a very busy day. My wife was impressed by my finished panel and I have certainly developed some transferable skills, I might even buy some materials for home "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Hi Duncan, thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated. This is what is great to see, upgrading skills that someone has, adding a few bits and showing what can be done their own workshop - which sounds perfect! All the best Vicky"

Moi reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"Lovely experience, Vicki is a great and patient teacher. We thoroughly enjoyed the course and the lunch. Thank you"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Moi, many thanks for your kind words, they are appreciated. Hopefully the techniques learnt will help in the future - especially with the door panel! All the best Vicky"

Tracey Crane reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"Vicky was very patient and accommodating. A great teacher. I learnt many new skills which I plan to develop in the future. Excellent lunch and lovely cups of tea. A very pleasant, relaxed and productive day!"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Tracey, thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated. It's always good to hear that people are going to use their new knowledge with other crafts - good luck with it all! All the best Vicky"

Christy reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"Had a fabulous day learning new techniques. Loved what I made! "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the day and added another string to your glass knowledge bow! All the best Vicky "

Kat reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Mum and I had the best time on this course! Vicky was warm and welcoming, and so knowledgeable- she put us at ease right away! We enjoyed making our pieces enormously, and can’t wait to see them once they’ve been fired!"

catherine george-samuels reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day. Vickie was very welcoming and informative. She is very jolly and chatty and explained and guided us through the different stages, and at the end of the day we had produced a lovely piece of art work to be proud of. Cathy "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Cathy, thank you so much for your lovely review, it is appreciated. At the risk of getting two Catherines mixed up - sorry - hopefully your abstract will feel at home in your new home. All the best Vicky"

Lorraine reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Had an amazing time today with Vikki. She is extremely patient and explains all about glass infusion. I thoroughly recommend this workshop. Can't wait to collect the items we made."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Lorraine, thank you so much for your kind words, they are appreciated. Not long to wait to collect I promise! All the best Vicky"

Catherine Howie reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"A really enjoyable day, learning something completely new. Vicky was patient and generous with her time and knowledge."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Catherine, thank you for your review, it is appreciated. Hopefully designing your own panel has made it fit in with your other artworks. All the best Vicky"

Ros reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Thankyou Vicky for a great time. Very relaxed and enjoyable. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Ros, you are more than welcome and thank you for doing this course as part of your family celebrations. All the best Vicky"

Pippa Prosser reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"What a fantastic experience! Vicky was so knowledgeable and guided us in creating some beautiful pieces. Would thoroughly recommend it and already planning our return."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Pippa, thank you for your kind words, and it was great to see the pieces develop thru' the session. It would be good to see your future projects! Vicky"

Tony reviewed: Fused glass introduction full day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"My son and I really enjoyed our day, thank you. Vicky was an excellent host and her enthusiasm was fantastic, allowing us to create works that we had not imagined possible at the start of the day "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Tony, thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated. To do pieces that are personal is always a pleasure as it makes good use of the various forms of glass. Thank you again."

Christine Lewington reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant! is all I could say when I got home. What a fantastic wonderful course. Vicky was just the most amazing patient, funny teacher. I had the best time ever. Having wanted to do Stained Glass for so long I could not have expected to have learnt so much in such a short space of time. Vicky is a very talented lady, willing to share all her trade (even its secrets). The whole day was hands on and I have been able to bring home a beautiful stained glass pane which is very personal and special to me. Thank you so so much Vicky and I am definitely going to bring my friends along for another session with you. Chris"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Chris, thank you, I'm just trying to stop blushing as I type..... So pleased we made a piece that had a personal connection, it does make the day a bit more special. All the best Vicky "

Sally reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Thank you so much for a really enjoyable morning learning a new craft ... it was quite absorbing & really fun and to our surprise both produced more than we expected - athough we haven't seen the finished pieces yet! The success of the experience was all due to Vicky... her care & attention teaching us the basic skills and then taking us through every step, helping to make sure we realised our ideas and learned new things along the way. I suspect we may be back for another go sometime ..."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Sally, thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated - and making me blush...... It's always good to make pieces that have a bit of a personal thought behind them, it gives us something to focus on! All the best Vicky"