Southlands Arts Centre reviews

5 Feb 25'

Laura reviewed: Sashiko

"Very enjoyable course. Learned a little bit of history about the sewing technique and some tips and then were able to start working. Large selection of material, thread, and stencils to use to design what we wanted. Also lots of completed examples to give us ideas. Plus, tea, coffee & biscuits. Southland Arts Centre is also a nice venue. "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hello Laura. Thank you for a lovely review. We're very pleased that you were pleased with us. We hope to see you again soon. Perhaps for an event for International Women's Day (2 March 08 March)? "

2 Feb 25'

Tracey reviewed: Sashiko

"A lovely afternoon spent stitching and picking up really useful tips. Sashiko is a very mindful activity and we all left the workshop relaxed. Suzanne was very knowledgeable and all materials were provided as well as tea and coffee. Southlands Arts Centre is a lovely venue as well."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"We loved having you in the workshop with us, thank you so much for booking with Southlands and for a super review. Such fabulous pieces made yesterday. I'm looking into steeking now. "

2 Feb 25'

Lucine reviewed: Sashiko

"The sashiko course was a really good introduction to a technique, there were lots of materials provided and overall it was a very relaxing and enjoyable afternoon. Would recommend this course."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"We're so glad you enjoyed your workshop. It seems it was a super session. Thank you for booking at Southlands. We hope to see you again. "

2 Feb 25'

Debra Coles reviewed: Find your bliss in slow stitch with Sue Williams

"What a wonderful way to spend the morning. It was so relaxing. Thank you Sue for showing me a new favourite craft x"

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Thank you for a lovely review. Really kind. Super to have you in the classroom. I'll pass on your message to Sue, I know she'll be pleased. "

2 Feb 25'

Debra Coles reviewed: Gel Printing for Beginners

"An amazing course. Jayne was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. A great way to spend the day."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Aah, thank you so much. You were fab to have in the class and very industrious when encouraged, and I love that. So many of your prints were just super. "

30 Jan 25'

Jenny reviewed: Gel Printing for Beginners

"My friend Hilary and I took the class on 28th January. I had used a gelli plate before but didn't feel I was getting the best out of it. Jayne is a very inspiring and encouraging teacher and showed us (only 3 of us in the class!) exactly how to do different techniques. There were lots of paints supplied and various things to use to make patterns. We both enjoyed it so much and came away with lots of interesting prints, many of which I will make into cards. The day passed far too quickly and was great fun and relaxing. "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Some students are easy to teach and that's when I do really well. It was a joy having you and Jenny in the class. I'm hoping that both of you will consider entering a print into our women's art exhibition in celebration of International Women's Day. Intake day is 22 February, 1pm-4pm. Both of you had choices among your prints. Why not give it a go? Hope to see you again. "

19 Jan 25'

Tracey reviewed: Gel Printing for Beginners

"This was a really fun workshop. Jayne is a very patient teacher and made the atmosphere really informal. She gave us lots of tips and techniques on a variety of ways to get the best prints. It can be really hit and miss! Jayne even told us how to look after our gel plates at the end. This is an excellent way to spend a few hours, I would definitely recommend both the workshop and the location."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hi Tracey, thank you so much for booking the workshop. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I thought everyone produced some absolutely super prints, I was very keen on your Monet Waterlilies. I'll see you at Sashiko. "

19 Jan 25'

Tee reviewed: Gel Printing for Beginners

"Thank-you Jayne A course definitely for beginners to follow, learn & inspire.......with generous refreshments. Jayne very kindly gives her time for free, hence the bargain price.....you really could charge more ! "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"That's such a nice review, thank you. It was a pleasure to have you in the room with me. I hope we might see you again. Do look out for our International Women's Day events. "

11 Dec 24'

D O Shea reviewed: Make a Natural Christmas Wreath

"It was well worth the time and effort and it’s a new skill I learnt enjoyable time "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Thank you for a lovely review. We hope to see you again soon."

10 Dec 24'

Christine Newell reviewed: Make a Natural Christmas Wreath

"Excellent course and the house and people are lovely"

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hello, what a super review, thank you so much, We're pleased you enjoyed the workshop. "

21 Sep 24'

Jane Emery reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"Excellent course, thoroughly enjoyable and good value for money. Great way to spend a day with work to take home and in lovely surroundings. "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hello, thank you so much for booking and I am so pleased you enjoyed the day. Have you got your papers off the cloths yet? Thank you for a lovely review. "

20 Sep 24'

NS reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"This was a really fun workshop. Learnt a new skill and it uses non-specialist material so I will try it again at home. Our group got on really well and the tutor was very aware of each person's progress and needs which was nice - she's also quite funny and made me laugh. The venue is also lovely. I didn't look at my phone once in 5 hours. Highly recommended!"

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Aah, that's so lovely for me to hear. Thank you so much taking the time to write a review. Not looking at your phone for five hours? What a lovely bonus. I am genuinely pleased you had a relaxing and fun time. You were a pleasure to teach. Beginners' Printmaking now? "

19 Sep 24'

Beatrice Webb reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"Spent a great day with Jayne learning all about paper making. A very interesting day and Jayne is very helpful and patient. Hope to return soon."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hi Beatrice, thank you for a super review. I think you're a lot more creative than you give yourself credit for. It was a fabulous workshop yesterday and that was because everyone was so fabulous, what a lovely group of people. Thank you for booking and being there. And yes, I hope to see you again too."

30 Aug 24'

Dorothea reviewed: Taster Printmaking – Make a Collagraph Plate

"Very relaxing informative craft course "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hi, thank you for a super review. Maybe we'll see you again soon. "

31 Jul 24'

Laura reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"Really great course. We learned the entire process from what supplies to use to blending, thickness needed, etc - with hands-on opportunities for all steps. We made several different colours of paper and there were items to add to the mix for more interesting results. Jayne (instructor) was very relaxed and guided us for ideas and techniques, but gave us freedom to experiment. She had different size screens to use for different size paper and also had many example pieces. All supplies were included and we each made lots of different paper to take home. Now to decide how to use them . . . . . ."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Thank you for such a super review, Laura. You are always a pleasure to teach, I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop. We can definitely use the papers for Basia Gorska's Printmaking for Beginners. Did you get them off the cloths yet? You could always post some images on our Facebook page. "

28 Jul 24'

Gwen Hayward reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"A lovely relaxing day. Very clear, friendly tuition and lots of handmade paper to take home. Highly recommended."

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"Hello Gwen. Thank you so much for your lovely review. Today's workshop was a pleasure to teach. Hopefully we'll see you again soon at Southlands. Maybe at the Beginners' Printmaking workshop to use some of those papers. "

26 Jul 24'

Kiran reviewed: Gel Printing for Beginners

"Attending this course on 25th July, I’ve had the most wonderful time learning a new way to create unique prints every single time. This technique has given me a lot of ideas on how to apply different materials for textures to the prints. The course is a great value for money as it has added a new way to my work, which I’ll be using in conjunction with my other art in future. Very inspiring. Jayne is such a patient teacher and showed me everything from beginning to end, even how to store away the gelli plate after finishing. Thank you Jayne. "

Southlands Arts Centre responded:

"What a super review to receive, thank you so much. You were a pleasure to teach. Gel printing is a lovely relaxing activity, there's no pressure to 'get it right', it's all about finding your style and finding your style you did. Your prints were simply wonderful, a sort of tour of the globe, the colours reminiscent of an allotment in the UK, the South Pacific of Gauguin and the Great Barrier Reef. I'm looking forward to seeing the ones we selected framed and in our Summer Art Exhibition. Hopefully we'll see you again soon at Southlands Arts, once again practising your art. "