Pretty Rubbish Mosaics reviews

Jackie Ross reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I had a wonderful time at Maggie's this weekend just past. I have been wanting to try mosaics for ages but wasn't sure how I would get on - I am not very artistic. But Maggie made it seem so easy and was very helpful and encouraging. I was delighted with the end result. I will be back!"

Fiona Maclean reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Had an excellent time at Margaret’s workshop - this time working on a 3-D object coated with Delft pottery pieces. Margaret is patient, imaginative and a terrific 3-D artist. She has tremendous skill and imagination and is a kind, caring and totally wonderful teacher. She helps you when you are struggling and praises every little step on the way to creating a personal piece of work. Thank you Margaret for all your kind words, terrific teaching, lovely environment and company. Thoroughly enjoyed my course these past two days."

Linda reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"A brilliant weekend learning about mosaic creation with Maggie during which I thoroughly enjoyed myself and made a piece based on gentians that surprised and delighted me and my family! Maggie is a terrific teacher and I recommend her course to one and all. Time very well spent. Thank you Maggie."

Barbara Corrins reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Harry and I had a great time at Pretty Rubbish Mosaics with Maggie. We learned lots and are very pleased with the pieces we created with the help and encouragement of Maggie. Great way to unwind. Thanks Maggie."

Helen Robertson reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"My weekend at Pretty Rubbish Mosaics was wonderful. Maggie and her work and environment are so inspiring. Everywhere you look in the garden and the house there is something magical to find. Thank you Maggie for all the guidance and helpful tips. I can't wait to get "cracking" with my next project. I will definitely be back again for another course soon."

Jess W reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Such a fun two days! Maggie was so kind, encouraging, creative and positive to all of us there. It's hard not to be inspired in the studio (and house and garden!) with all of Maggie's creations. I don't see myself as artistic at all but I came out with a mosaic piece that I'm really proud of and absolutely love. Give it a go - you'll love it!"

May 2018 Attendee reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Had a very special time on the beginners mosaic course at Maggie’s beautiful home and workshop in the countryside. A chance to completely switch off in lovely surroundings and allow my hidden creativity to come out! Maggie’s excellent guidance was inspiring and she is great fun to work with, her enthusiasm for her work is infectious. Came away from the course feeling refreshed, with new things to think about and a mosaic I am proud of. Highly recommend this course, which I feel is very reasonably priced for what it provides. Thanks Maggie!"

Jess reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I can not recommend this course highly enough. It was wonderful! Have just enjoyed an inspiring weekend with Maggie and learned so much. Maggie is so generous with sharing her skills, her resources and her inspiration. She is passionate about what she does and goes the extra mile to enthuse and support others. The two day workshop ensured plenty time to learn and create on the first day, then master the art of grouting and finishing on the second day. I have come home with a wonderful piece - delighted and proud. Thank you for all the help Maggie. I can thoroughly recommend the workshop and will be returning for more."

Daryl Brydun reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"This is an absolutely fabulous course. Maggie is inspiring, encouraging, warm, approachable and the 2days flew by. My pal and I had so much fun and produced 3 wonderful mosaics between us. Maggie studio is a place of wonder and the setting is beautiful; a wonderful retreat from the rush of day to day living. I would recommend this course to everyone. Maggie is a thoughtful, caring tutor and guides and informs you in the art of mosaic. It was a tremendous experience."

Vannin reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I took four children, two aged 10 and two ages 12, and myself for a two hour workshop as a school holiday treat. Maggie was inspiring to work with and more than generous with her materials. She managed to facilitate each of our very different creative processes so that we all came away with a piece we’ll treasure. I can see us returning again in the future."

Marga Schnell reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"It has been an excellent experience to work and learn from Maggie and be in an amazing space with other enthusiastic people. Being an Artist myself with a fair amount of teaching behind me, I especially value and appreciate the input and preparation which greeted us and the detailed instruction of tools, material which took place. Each one of us participants got personal attention, given advice without hindering our own ideas and creativity throughout the two days. Maggie you are an inspiration and your enthusiasm gives inspiration beyond the time we spend in your workshop. Thank you so much."

Helen Gauld reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I had the most rewarding two days with Maggie . The whole group were so nice , and so supportive of me ( non artist) , I never felt more comfortable in my life. 100% recommend anyone to go and try this , either with the tile mosaic, or using glass......you are bound to enjoy yourself!"

Gillian reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Thank you Maggie for a super weekend of creative fun. In a world where we all need to stop buying new, and be creative with old stuff, this was the perfect solution. I’m off to restore a sad old table top, and now have some new skills to give it a go. And the friendship and talent input from my 3 fellow workshopeers who each added to the enjoyment. Go Maggie!"

Ann Forrest reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Just finished a weekend workshop at a Pretty Rubbish Mosiacs, my first attempt at mosaic and I enjoyed every single minute. Maggie is an excellent teacher and great host. Her workshop is inspiring and full of amazing treasures. Am looking forward to returning and trying a more challenging piece."

Kimberly reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Had a fab time working with Maggie at Pretty Rubbish Mosaics. She is so helpful, encouraging and definitely the hostess with the mostess. Looking forward to a return visit!"

Margaret Ward reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Maggie Patience is an inspiration!!! I have been a friend of hers for some years, and although I have never attended a workshop, I have been with her during one and seen how much enjoyment her pupils get, and what lovely work they produce. her own work on display is brilliant. I don't know where she gets her ideas from. What an imagination ! I have no artistic flair, but with her guidance and help have produced some very pretty work. Her garden is a wonderland."

Marilyn Baker reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Maggie has been a regular guest tutor at Braemar Creative Arts Festival for several years. Her workshops always sell out very quickly, such is her well deserved reputation. The feed back we get from the people who take the class is always excellent. She is an artist in the purist sense of the word and is inspirational in her teaching, passing on her passion to her students of all ages from teens to eighties."

Katie reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I booked a weekend course as a birthday present for my mum and was talked into coming along too. So glad I did! I'm pretty much devoid of artistic talent and had never tried anything like this before but had a really great time and was pleased with my finished mosaic. Very relaxed, friendly and great fun. I'd highly recommend trying it out, even for those not particularly crafty or confident, Maggie is very welcoming and has infectious enthusiasm. She can clearly accomdate a wide variety of clients and skill sets. We've already booked our next course!"

Shona Cooper reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"What a fantastic couple of days at Pretty Rubbish Mosaics with Maggie. She took us through all the stages from tool, materials, design and grouting and we left with three finished pieces and the confidence to carry on at home. Amazing what can be produced from broken cups and plates. A beautiful, peaceful setting and lovely garden showing off Maggie's creations. Hopefully get back soon to do another workshop in glass work. Highly recommended."

Pretty Rubbish Mosaics responded:

"Shona, thank you so much for your kind words. Your pieces were fantastic and you really do have nimble fingers .What a pleasure and a privilege to work with you and learn about the fantastic work you do for FORGET ME NOT in Banchory. I really hope that the skills you have learned will enable you to enrich the lives of your clients even more.. and you can let them listen to some nice music!"

Lynn Glennie reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I loved this mosaic making course. I booked this for my partner and myself and although he wasn't too keen on the idea he thoroughly enjoyed it! Maggie is a great teacher and is full of useful information but makes the course really enjoyable with her easy to follow instruction and fun personality. I will be back!"

Angela MacRae reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I have just attended a 2 day course with Maggie and had a wonderful time. Maggie is an excellent teacher, extremely passionate and full of ideas and I am now definately hooked and she has given me the confidence to make more mosaics on my own. Thank you Maggie for a lovely 2 days and I can't wait to return again next year."

Fiona reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I had a great experience at Maggie's recently and, although I don't think I'm artistic, I surprised myself. Maggie is so enthusiastic and encouraging so I felt able to experiment with different pieces and styles. I totally went for it and really enjoyed myself. A tour of Maggie's wonderful garden has me thinking already about my next project. A great workshop which I would thoroughly recommend."

Julie Cheesman reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"My Friend and I took our children (aged 7-11, boys and girls ) out to the children's workshop that Margaret runs, to be honest I was not sure what to expect but it really was THE most amazing day. From the minute you arrive you're swept along on a wave of creativity, from looking around the truly fabulous garden (esp the amazing bottle waterfall!) to getting into the studio and seeing the brilliant array of materials and endless creative possibilities it really was mind blowing and engaging - Margaret was lovely and very helpful with subtle tweaks and suggestions which was lovely, and gave the children total expressive freedom- honestly one of the best things I've ever done with the kids- and my friend and i are planning an adults day very soon! ❤️"

Penny Trouo reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"My friend and I took our children and a couple of their friends to one of the workshops and had the most fantastic day. Margaret's garden is inspirational and all the children let their creative juices flow, even the boys!!! Their pieces were really beautiful and the children were so happy! Margaret is just wonderful, engaging and most informative. And was there to offer suggestions if required. I cannot recommend this course and Margaret's work enough! Thank you!"

Grace Napier reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"My daughter and I did a workshop with Maggie making pictures on slate for the garden. Maggie was so helpful and inspiring, I am now hooked. Maggie has helped me create so many wonderful pieces for both my garden and home."