Sharon Littley Woodcarving reviews

7 Dec 14'

Alan Holleran reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Sharon Littley is one of those people you meet, who changes your life. It's just like magic, seeing her guide a class of students, (Some of whom have never held a chisel before. ) all creating different carvings under her tutorage, whilst thoroughly enjoying the process and ending the course with their own carved masterpiece."

23 Nov 14'

Anne Baruch reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Relief carving course at Higham Hall 27-31st November: This was my first carving course with Sharon and it quickly became evident that many others on the course were returners- very reassuring. She quickly put us new comers at our ease and lead an inspiring and supportive class encouraging self direction and individuality but offering generous help and instruction when needed. The opportunity to work 9 to 9:30, with generous breaks for meals and rest when needed, over 4 days was wonderful in the beautiful relaxed setting of the Lake District. I hope to return next year"

10 Nov 14'

Christine Rose reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have just returned from a carving course with Burn Brae Carvers in Cheshire, led by Sharon. What a lady - Such enthusiasm and a natural talent for bringing out the best in each of us. I hadn't used or sharpened chisels before,but after carving my Lovespoon,now feel quietly confident to handle them with the respect they deserve! Thank you Sharon and for the good talks we shared in between the carving!"

7 Nov 14'

Anne Plummer reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have just started wood carving classes with Sharon in Port Talbot, having never so much as held a chisel before. From the moment I first contacted her regarding the classes Sharon was extremely helpful, warm and welcoming. The class consists of people with a wide range of carving abilities, most having attended for years which shows how enjoyable the classes are. The work they produce, along with Sharon's own work is very inspiring. Sharon is lovely, very warm and funny and you are welcomed and taken into the group and made to feel very much at home immediately. Everyone has their own individual project/s and progress at their own pace, receiving any help they require which in my case is a lot! I have been taught how to use the tools safely and correctly and am thoroughly enjoying how my first project is coming on. Sharon is very patient and encouraging and has an easy way of teaching, making anything seem possible. I have found a new hobby that I am absolutely loving and look forward to learning so much more from Sharon."

7 Nov 14'

Bob Hanlon reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"24/25 NOV the second of Sharons courses I have been on, Both brilliant, We will be making this a regular event for our group the Stafford U3A Woodcarving group."

6 Nov 14'

Lynne H Callaghan reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I went to Higham Hall in the Lakes District on a walking holiday - but, due to a bad back, I couldn't walk. At the same time, Higham Hall was also offering an Art course and a Wood Carving course - I had been looking for a suitable course on the latter for months. I spoke to Sharon and asked if I could come over and look at what was going on. Sharon was most welcoming and agreed happily. The next day she introduced me to everyone, allowed me to wander round looking at their work and then Sharon sat with me and talked about wood carving and the different tools. When she asked me if I would like to do some wood carving I almost fell over with delight! And that's when I became smitten with wood carving. I stayed the day working on my love spoon. I asked Sharon if she would accept me onto the course - she said she would if George , the manager at Higham Hall, would accept the transfer from walking to wood carving - he did. As a tutor, Sharon has a wonderful manner when teaching (I'm a semi-retired teacher so I recognise a good one when I see it). Her warm, Welsh, welcoming nature puts people at their ease and her one-to-one tutoring skill is excellent. Everyone is given individual help regularly throughout the day. I can honestly say that I had the most wondrous time wood carving - so much so, that I have booked on Sharon's course next April 2015 and October 2015. I can only recommend something by my own experience - therefore, I absolutely highly recommend Sharon's wood carving course to you"

1 Nov 14'

Anita Cook reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Another wonderful four days of wood carving. Although I have been very ambitious this time I feel confident I will finish my project before the next time Sharon visits us in Cumbria!!"

30 Oct 14'

Dennis and Kate Lee reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"We have just attended another of Sharons courses. She is an excellent carver and very good at teaching her subject. Everyone on the course really enjoyed it. Can't wait for the next one."

26 Oct 14'

Graham & Judy Massey reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"We have just had our third two day session with Sharron. What an excellent tutor - and SO enthusiastic. looking forward to being able to join her again at some point in the future. whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced carver, Sharron will have lots of help and advice to share."

26 Oct 14'

Phil W reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I recently attended a two day course run by Sharon for our local U3A. Sharon is an excellent teacher who makes you feel comfortable whatever your standard and we were shown a wide range of carving techniques using our own tools wherever possible. We were also shown how to sharpen tools - it was worth it for that alone!"

5 Oct 14'

Sarah Bell reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"My 10 year old son and I have just completed a 3 day course and what an amazing time we've had. Neither of us have ever done anything like this before and will definitely be doing it again. From the minute we walked through the door Sharon made us feel so welcome and relaxed, we had lots of one-to-one attention and step-by-step instructions, she was so eager to help, encouraging, complimentary, professional and very funny! In a nut shell we are both hooked on carving and have already booked on Sharon's next course. Thank you sooooooo much."

7 May 14'

Lucy Murdoch reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"First course that I've been on with Sharon, and I certainly was not disappointed. A really great week-end, and I was so-o-o-o glad to have been able to sign on for the third day (bank holiday). Sharon is an excellent teacher, brilliant at getting different techniques across, and explaining different aspects of wood-carving, from sharpening tools, to guidance on tools and equipment, as well as the carving itself. She is not only an exceptional wood-carver herself, but is able to impart that knowledge and make it fun. The time flew by despite many hours in the workshop, but it was all laced with fun, laughter and relaxing conversation with Sharon and with the others on the course. The majority were 'regulars', but v. friendly and welcoming to newcomers like me, making me feel at home right away, and part of the group. Thank you to everyone, but especially Sharon. Lucy"

5 May 14'

Richard Payne reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"As a complete novice to wood carving I wasn't sure what to expect from the week-end course in Sussex with Sharon Littley, but it was an excellent introduction to the art. Sharon is a great tutor; knowledgeable, friendly, full of enthusiasm, and able to get a group to 'bond' instantly despite the great range of experience in the room. She organised everything from ensuring the rooms and meals were perfect to some wonderful stories from her carving experiences over the years. I didn't even need to bring any tools as she has everything to hand. I left the course with a piece of work I never thought I could achieve...and am hooked on wood carving now."

20 Apr 14'

Marian Aldridge reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have enjoyed wood carving with Sharon for many years And regard her more of a friend than a tutor. Sharon has Patience with everyone, never reprimanding you if your work is not quite right but cleverly adjusting your work so that it looks good. I thoroughly enjoy my lessons as it's my time and look forward to it. Thank You Sharon"

19 Apr 14'

Anita reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"The course that Sharon ran at Higham Hall in Cumbria was wonderful. The atmosphere is always so friendly and we have lots of laughs as well as being taught the very complicated art of relief wood carving. I am looking forward to the next time Sharon is in Cumbria."

5 Apr 14'

Joan Davies reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"So enjoy my woodcarving. You are a great help. I have learnt a lot. It's a very enjoyable class and I always look forward to the class each month. All the very best for the future. Joan"

31 Mar 14'

Jacqui reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Tried my hand at wood carving this weekend for the first time. Organised everything last minute, but Sharon was wonderful in helping me join the course and making me feel so welcome and supported. Was a fantastic weekend - amazed that Sharon helped me to do so much in such a short time, but made it also fun and stress-free. Was just the tonic I needed, not to mention coming away with an original Christmas present for the box. Thank you Sharon for your generosity of person and of spirit!"

30 Mar 14'

Nicci Baslington reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Another weekend with Sha at Lodge Hill has resulted in some amazing carving from new attendees to more experienced attendees. Sha resided over the course with her usual aplomb! We had wonderful conversation, lots of fun and, of course, superb carving tuition. Many thanks Sha. See you in May for the next course. Xx"

25 Mar 14'

Monica & Clive Carro reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"My husband and I have been attending Sharon's class for 10 years, we truly enjoy our leisure time spent there, the tutoring is excellent in all aspects of wood carving and would recommend her to everyone. Thank you Sharon xx"

18 Mar 14'

Peter Jenkins reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have known Sharon for many years and have witnessed her work with both admiration and great pleasure. She has always had the highest of standards in mind and this, obvious from the carvings produced by her. So much so that I had to join her class some years ago, hoping some of that excellence would rub off on me. (I'm still trying). She has a wonderful way of communicating with her students and only too willing to pass on her knowledge. The commissions she undertakes are of a finished standard unequalled and are shown to us the privileged, not to demean us but encourage us as to what can be achieved. Sharon is without question an excellent tutor and should anyone be looking for a new experience, hobby, etc., they would do well to consider attending one of her classes, weekend courses or demonstrations, they are a perfect joy."

17 Mar 14'

Betty Walker reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Want to try something different? Look no further than a wood carving experience with Sharon LIttley. .I have been attending her classes for the past 3years, carving Love Spoons for my family.Sharon is a friendly,approachable and talented artistic tutor who can transform your ideas in order to achieve your own personalised masterpiece. Examples of her own commission work continue to amaze all her students. She is based in South Wales,but runs courses in many G.B. and Worldwide locations. An excellent 5* tutor."

7 Mar 14'

Michael reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have been attending Sharon's courses for 12 years, she is the most professional tutor you could wish for, she has the ability to see the end product of your carving at the earliest stages of that block of timber that you start with, If you want to achieve good quality carvings whilst having a enjoyable relaxing course in a great atmosphere with lovely people attending this is the place to be, Try and see some of her own personal carvings then you realise how immensely talented she is. Many thanks Sha for the happy years that I spent with you trying to rise to your standard."

1 Mar 14'

Ruth Moore reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Sharon is very friendly and approachable and an excellent teacher. She clearly enjoys sharing her skills and experience with both novices and more experienced carvers. She supports each individual in the most appropriate way for them so we can work to the best of our ability and produce work that we are proud of. Her own pieces are exceptional and inspiring."

20 Feb 14'

Alan Rowlands reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I am in my second year of wood carving and have found Sharon's way of teaching very good, in as much that it's tailored to each individual at a pace that suits them,she is patient gives good instruction and advice, and the classes are very enjoyable."

18 Feb 14'

Sheila Madge reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Sharon is the most excellent teacher . Her teaching and carving skills are second to none, she imparts her knowledge without making you feel embarrassed, instead you find you can do wonders with a piece of wood. Her classes are always a happy and joyful experience,so you never miss one.I have been privileged to see some of her commissions which are always exceptional. Sharon has been teaching my 10yr old Great Grandson and he thinks she is the GREATEST."