Sew Forest of Dean reviews

Liz H reviewed: "Through the Garden Gate" - Machine Embroidery Workshop

"This is an excellent course and I came away with such confidence and an abundance of ideas to take me forward. I also have a picture I love and would have thought beyond my ability before this course. Jen is an excellent teacher and each participant was able to produce their own individual and different take on the principles by being guided and supported by Jen to follow our likes and ability….encouraged to be creative and ‘daring’. A fantastic environment to work in, the pace is steady but never feels pressured. Highly recommended. I will be back. Thank you. "

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much for such a lovely review Liz. It's always fascinating to see how people respond to the various techniques I demonstrate and it was wonderful that you embraced them all within your work. Your finished picture was a delight and I'm sure it's just the start of your exploration of the techniques we covered. I can't wait to see your work and skills develop further! Thanks again Liz, always a pleasure to share my studio space with you. Jen"

Gill reviewed: Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

"had a really relaxing enjoyable day on saturday and learnt alot of useful quilting techniques. informal atmosphere cant wait to get the quilt finished! thank you Jen for a lovely day"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review Gill. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and look forward to seeing your beautiful quilt all finished. Best wishes and thanks again, Jennifer"

Chris Roberts reviewed: Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

"This was definitely the best course that I have been on to date, and I’ve been on a lot. Jen made me feel relaxed immediately. She gave everyone the help and attention they needed. The day was well paced ensuring that we all came away with the knowledge and skills to finish our quilt at home. In addition there was delicious cake! I thoroughly recommend this course to everyone. Thanks Jen for a great day."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Chris. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and I'm pretty sure you're finally going to get your first quilt finished! Thank you for a lovely day, happy quilting ?"

Rose Harding reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Lovely environment, very relaxed. Learnt loads, so much better than ploughing through a manual by yourself and still not knowing what to do. Jennifer is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful, nothing is too much trouble. Plenty of refreshments and a lovely banana cake! Would highly recommend to anyone."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Rose. I'm really pleased that you enjoyed the day, you all did such a great job. Good luck with all your sewing projects and thanks again for your kind review. Best wishes, Jennifer"

Cath Coolican Smith reviewed: Fabric books and journals

"I had a lovely day. Jen was very friendly and helpful and I felt so much more confident at the end of the course"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Cath, I'm so glad you enjoyed the day. I look forward to seeing you later in the month for your next course ?"

Georgina reviewed: Beginner's Quilt Workshop

"Jen was brilliant at providing us with very clear instructions, demonstrations and tips for how to make our quilts. Her knowledge of quilting and sewing is second to none and the course was the perfect intro to quilting."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Georgina. It was a real pleasure working with you in the studio and your quilt is looking fabulous! Thanks again and good luck with all your sewing projects. Jennifer"

Jen Keen reviewed: Free motion embroidery for Jen Keen

"Absolutely fabulous! Jen is a fantastic and hugely knowledgeable teacher. Well prepared, full of interest and inspiration, handy handouts to take home, great environment- flippin brilliant ? 5 star all the way ☺️"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Aww, thanks so much Jen! It was wonderful to spend some time with you in the studio and I'm thrilled to have inspired you to get going with your free motion embroidery. Thanks for taking your time to leave a review, much appreciated. Happy stitching! Jennifer"

AlisonG reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"My trusty hand Singer sewing machine has died and I’d not used an electric machine since my school days (a long time ago!) so this course was perfect. It was a fun, friendly day and I left full of new found enthusiasm for sewing. Plus there was cake!"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Alison, it was lovely to spend time with you in the studio. I look forward to seeing you again on the Redwork Workshop ? Happy sewing in the meantime."

Helen reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Hadn't picked up my sewing machine for years and could barely remember how to thread it. Jennifer was really patient and so lovely. The day covered all you need to know to get back in the saddle and was thoroughly enjoyable. Couldn't recommend it enough. Lovely cake as well. ?"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Helen, you did a great job with your machine and I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and the cake. Good luck with all your sewing projects ?"

Nicki reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"The 'Learn to love your sewing machine' workshop is brilliant. Before the workshop I had a very basic knowledge of how to stitch a straight line, but no idea about any other functions. Jen's knowledge and patience knows no boundaries, and I learnt how to maintain the machine, how to fix the problems I was having with tension, as well as learning how (and why) you use all of my machines accessories. All of that and Jen showed us how to make a zip bag. I came away feeling inspired to use my machine, and with the confidence of knowing how to!! Jen is a brilliant teacher, and her workshop is a lovely place to learn. Oh, and there was homemade cake !!!! Fantastic value for money and fun too."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Nicki, that's really kind of you. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and you went away inspired. That's my main aim in life, to inspire people to sew and show them all the tips and tricks to sew with pleasure and accuracy! You did a great job, I'm glad you enjoyed the cake ? Good luck with all your sewing projects."

Emily Trenwith reviewed: Beginner's Patchwork and Quilting Course

"I'm reasonably confident with my sewing machine thanks to the Sew Forest of Dean "Learn to Love Your Sewing Machine" course, but was worried I wasn't precise enough to do patchwork. She's helped me with my cutting and piecing skills, and I've now made cushions, and a baby quilt. Feel like I'm now ready to tackle my first grown up quilt, I've learned so much! Thank you Jen!"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"You have some great ideas for your projects Emily, I'm so glad I've been able to help you gain confidence and to get you started with them. Your bookcase quilt is going to be stunning, I can't wait to see it finished."

Emily Trenwith reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Jen is an excellent teacher, with a passion for needlework that's infectious. She explains things very clearly, has endless patience & creativity, and will get you excited to use your sewing machine! Love going to the studio for some sewcialising, and looking forward to my next course. Highly recommend this lovely lady."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much Emily, it's always a pleasure to spend time with you in the studio x"

Maggie Etheridge reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Jen is an excellent teacher with an amazing amount of sewing knowledge. There is group and individual tuition throughout the day. I learnt a lot about the knobs, dials and various sewing feet and feel confident enough to try them out at home. The day was thoroughly enjoyable and went ‘sew’ quickly!"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Maggie, it was a lovely day and I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Happy Sewing :-) Jennifer"

Keri reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Jen is a knowledgeable and lovely person, generous with both her time in teaching and resource materials. I have gained both enjoyment and skills on the courses I have attended and can fully recommend her."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Keri, it was lovely to get you started on your sewing journey. Enjoy your new hobby! Kind regards, Jennifer"

Jane R reviewed: Beginner's Patchwork and Quilting Course

"I learnt so much on this course. I had always wanted to make a quilt but didn't know where to start. Jen explains things in such an easy to understand manner. I really enjoyed the course and I am now making quilts for all of my grandchildren!"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Jane, it was a pleasure to get you started on your quilting journey :-)"

Abbie reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"Jen is a superb teacher with so many ideas and I have really enjoyed this workshop. I now feel confident to use my machine and can't wait to get started. The studio is a gorgeous place to spend the day. Thank you."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you Abbie, and thank you for booking on another workshop! I'll see you again soon :-)"

June Marshal reviewed: Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

"We've had a wonderful day with Jennifer on this course. I learned so much and have come away full of enthusiasm and confidence to have a go at some projects. And the cake was wonderful - we'll be back, thank you!"