Phinefibre reviews

Cheryll reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"Had a brilliant, fun day with my bestie, Josephine and 3 other lovely ladies on the course last Friday (10th June). Really enjoyed doing something different, learning a new skill and taking home my first needle felt project. Would highly recommend this course for first timers to needle felting. Still amazed with that I made something that resembles my cat (well sort of !!) Thank you Josephine and here's wishing you the best of everything for the future xx love from Cheryll and Kathy."

Tina Jennings reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"I attended the animal felting course with my friend who very kindly bought it for me as a birthday present. I was a little nervous as I had never done felting before and wondered how on earth I would get a pile of wool to resemble my dog ! I didn't need to worry as Josephine was so lovely and demonstrated everything very clearly and helped us all along the way. The other ladies on the course were lovely too and we had such a laugh. I was absolutely thrilled with the end result and would definitely recommend Josephine's courses and am hoping to attend another in the future."

Brenda Ann Walsh reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"The wet felting course was great fun. Jo explained the materials used and the method in detail. She also inspired us with examples of what could be achieved and books we could buy. Her studio was comfortable and inspired creativity. All the materials we needed and more were readily available and the company was good. Thanks for a great day Jo."

Susan Baines reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"My friend and I attended this course yesterday and can absolutely recommend it. Jo was lovely and a very patient tutor! Having had no experience of working with felt, by the end of the day I knew how to work the different yarns to produce felt and had made a lovely picture in felt to take home and frame. Everything was provided including refreshments. We took our own packed lunch. There was a free car park right next door to the venue. Thank you Jo, a lovely relaxing and enjoyable day,"

Joan reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"A really interesting workshop, with excellent chocolate biscuits! Jo seamlessly tailored the course to meet the different needs of all 3 of the group, so we all learned new things and were all able to take home a completed piece of work. The workspace is ideal with ready access to a wide range of materials. I'm enjoying watching my work develop as it dries. Thank you Jo!"

Julie Dalton reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"Came on this course in Feb 2022 and had a lovely day with my Mum and friend. Very pleased with what we came out with in a covid safe environment. Would recommend."

Emily Kirkcaldy reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"Came on this course with my daughter for a girls day! We both loved it. She’s only 10 and did so well with Jo’s instruction and help. The day was relaxed and we came away very pleased with our lovely needle felt versions of our pets, and a new skill to practise. Thanks so much Jo!"

Tracey Russell reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"I recently attended the workshop. I found Jo to be very relaxed, very informative and of course, talented! The studio is well equipped, materials and equipment all of a good standard and Jo's input is just right. I am delighted with the needle felted dog I made , and it has definitely given me confidence to keep going . I would recommend the workshop to budding crafters, and I intend to return with friends and family at some stage"

Francis reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"I had a great time at Jo's wet felting course in her bright, warm and creative studio. Jo explained in detail about materials and techniques. I learnt a lot as a novice and I'll be back for more felting courses in 2022!"

Jane reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"As a complete newbie to wet felting I was delighted to come away with a piece of work I was pleased with. Jo was a great teacher, the course was well paced with lots of opportunity to follow our own interests and an abundance of materials to choose from. Good value for money."

Sarah Hirst reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Really enjoyed the workshop. The studio space is beautiful, with lots of lovely materials to choose from, and completed projects to inspire. Jo gave us a comprehensive introduction on how to wet felt, and the pitfalls to avoid. Feel much more confident in trying this at home now, and inspired to do so."

SILVIA VILAR reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Excellent hands-on workshop to beginners with a wealth of materials and techniques to choose from. Jo was very insighful, kind and supportive and I loved it very much. I will be back soon for more! Silvia"

Christine and Anna reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"We had a great afternoon, and were delighted with our felted birds. Jo has a wealth of knowledge, which was evident in each process, and the workshop provided us with the skills to develop our own projects. Many thanks!!"

Jill Birch reviewed: Needle felted hares for two in Hebden Bridge

"Never having needle felted before I hadn’t appreciated what time it takes to produce all the marvellous creatures for sale in shops. Had a really enjoyable day learning a new skill and making a hare that I am very proud of. Jo was very patient and encouraging, really good Tutor . As only 2 of us on the course we really had 5 star tuition."

Olwen May reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Jo is such a skilled teacher. She made everything and anything seem possible. My sister and I treated one another to the course. We were both complete beginners and had no idea what to expect. By the end of the day we had each made a piece that we liked and had learnt a lot. The studio is lovely and Jo fostered a relaxed but productive atmosphere. I would recommend this course to anyone."

Helen Abbott reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Jo was really welcoming and patient with 2 complete novices. We both left with pieces we were very happy with and a desire to learn more."

Veronica May reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"A surprise 1 to 1 class due to cancellations. The experience was a very high standard with excellent teaching. I felt that all my questions on how to do the felting were answered . The teaching was far above what i had expected. I left feeling accomplished with a dog that my family said resembled my photos."

Rebecca reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Brilliant. Great step by step explanations. Made exactly what i wanted and lots of colours and wools to choose from. Tutor is knowledgeable and helpful. Couldn't ask for better experience."

Louise Miller reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"I was bought this class as a mother's day present from my son. I have done some felting before and needed help to progress with my skills. Despite also having a complete beginner in on the same day, Jo tailored her teaching for both our needs and guided us to create our own individual pieces. With lots of different materials available I was able to experiment with textures and fabrics in a way that I can't at home, giving me insight into what I might want to try in future. I left with a piece of work I am very happy with, and some new skills and ideas. A fun and informative class. Thank you Jo"

Joy reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"I would highly recommend this course for anyone with even a passing interest in learning to do this craft. Jo is very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and inspiring to her students. Amongst other things she shared the fascinating history and the technical details of the materials which are surprisingly varied. Not requiring the manual dexterity of many fibre crafts, this makes it very accessible so it is possible to complete a rewarding project within the day. I had a lot of fun and a great opportunity to unleash my latent creativity. Thanks Jo!"

Phinefibre responded:

"Thank you Joy, for writing such a lovely and detailed review which is very much appreciated."

Hilary gleghorn reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"I can wholeheartedly recommend this day for anyone curious about wet felting! The studio is bright and welcoming and has an amazing array of materials available to explore and use. Jo is both a talented artist and a very able teacher: her style is warm and supportive and she skilfully guided us through the processes of felting at our own pace. After that we were free to create whatever we had in mind: there was plenty of inspiration in the studio to help develop those ideas and Jo gave just the right amount of input to each person to keep us all moving forward …and produce pieces that were significantly better than we might have hoped as beginners! Being able to experiment with so many different wools and textures in one day was a real bonus. Overall a very relaxing and enjoyable day!"

Georgina reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"A great course in a nice environment, which provides the basic skills to start needle felting animals. I really enjoyed the day and look forward to making more animals."

Lisa Morley reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"Fabulous day with lovely people in a relaxed setting. Learnt a lot and actually produced a half decent dog at the end of it! Thoroughly recommend."

Jacimay reviewed: Felt Making Pictures -Introduction

"Jo is a very talented artist and creator of all things beautiful so when I visited her at her lovely bright studio at the Birchcliffe Centre in Hebden Bridge I knew I was in for an interesting and fun day! Jo has an abundance of recycled fabrics ribbons and wools of every kind but if you are conscious about using ethically sourced textiles then don't worry because Jo is a great Eco warrior and promotes her passion with pride for using all things that are sourced ethically like her luxuriance of animal wools and fibres. Jo tries to recycle as much as she can so sets her students up, each with a set of simple basic tools to help you create till your heart is content. Jo's approach to mentoring is very relaxed and enabling students to be as free as you like for this type of process. For me it was about being free to explore and compose two small abstract pieces which I didn't really have any pre conceived idea of what I wanted to do other than I was inspired by a visit to the seaside so wanted to incorporate textures and shades of blues that's all. My other piece was just a fleeting thought as I drove in and was inspired by the route into Hebden Bridge, and the sunshine sweeping and creating a veil of intense light over the many alternating shades of green of the rolling hills. I lay down my fibres most precariously in some areas but also added some fibres which represented my responses to my passing thoughts. Jo taught some very useful skills and pitches her mentoring style to suit your pace of learning. I learned how to lay out fibres, and the science behind the magical process of binding them together using the tools. I learnt how to choose types of fibres and how different textures and colour can enhance your little masterpiece. I also did some throwing which Jo demonstrated. Yes you literally throw your felted piece repeatedly on the floor and it doesn't fall to bits, amazing!! It was very satisfying believe me! All in all a fantastic day with Jo, I learnt so much and can't wait to book another workshop when I'm free. I intend practicing at home and Jo also has some recommendations of where to buy some wools and fibres. The tools are easy and cheap to buy too if you don't already have them hanging around at home. Thanks again Jo you're brilliant!"

Lindsey Steele reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"A really good introduction to felting. A wonderful venue and knowledgeable teaching. Jo was very patient and the end result was beyond what I expected. encouraged me to try another dog at home"