The Oast Studio reviews

Isabel Walton reviewed: Christmas Block Printing

"It was very enjoyable ,and the instruction was excellent. Thank you Annabel."

Liz reviewed: Stained Glass Sun-Catcher - Two Morning Workshop

"The Oast is a lovely venue and well hosted with hot drinks and homemade treats on tap. 2 half days is good value and just long enough to grasp the basic techniques of copper foil stained glass, so thanks to the encouragement from our tutor I feel confident to practise at home."

Wendy Ledwidge reviewed: Dried Flower Wreaths

"What a lovely experience at Oast studio. Annabelle took us step by step from making a willow ring and a heart to using the dried flowers to create a beautiful wreath. The choice of dried flowers was amazing with a wide variety of flowers and grasses. Annabelle was a patient and knowledgeable instructor so all the participants made at least one complete and unique wreath. As an added bonus we were served up the most delicious cakes and beverages made on site..wonderful!"

The Oast Studio responded:

"Hi Wendy, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased you enjoyed the class. Just so you know it was Fiona teaching and not Annabelle, who was busy upstairs teaching Lampshade making! Hope to see you again some time."

Naomi Warren reviewed: Crêpe Paper Peony

"I loved this workshop and came away with the knowledge to create beautiful paper peonies. The teacher was friendly and informative. The setting for the workshop was in a stunning rural location, inside an old oast house, very picturesque. Delicious cakes and beverages were available made by the host. It was a lovely day out for me and I am delighted with my peonies, and am definitely going to make more at home now that I know the steps to create them."

The Oast Studio responded:

"Thank you Naomi, it was lovely to meet you and thank you for travelling so far! I wish you were nearer as I would love to have you teaching jewellery making at The Oast! "

Elizabeth Hinchliffe reviewed: Make A Rope Bowl

"A fabulous morning with Annabelle in the most beautiful setting, a stunning workshop surrounded by beautiful views! Annabelle is a wonderful teacher; making the morning such fun but productive and enabling all participants to make fabulous bowls. I was so inspired that I made a bowl the next day. The pastries and cakes were phenomenal, thanks to Alison. This was a birthday present for my sister - I'm sure I shouldn't have enjoyed it quite so much!"

Jane reviewed: Peonies - Crepe Paper Flower Making

"Lovely helpful teacher, clear directions and very generous course material to take home . Throughly enjoyed the course . Wonderful surroundings and super baked cakes . "

The Oast Studio responded:

"Thanks Jane, So glad you enjoyed the day. Happy flower making & hope to see you again."

Ross Patrick reviewed: Beginners Sewing Machine Course

"Wonderful, interesting and informative morning. Very friendly instructor and group of ladies, I was made to feel very welcome even though I was the only man. Home made cakes were a bonus and delicious. "

The Oast Studio responded:

"Thank you Ross, we loved having you here at The Oast Studio - raising the bar for the boys. Best of luck with hemming all those curtains! Annabelle"

Jude reviewed: Beginners Sewing Machine Course

"A lovely course at just the right pace. I left feeling able to tackle my sewing machine with confidence. "

The Oast Studio responded:

"It was lovely to meet you Jude. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the class and found it helpful. Good luck with your sewing and thank you for your block printing inspiration. Annabelle"

Antonia reviewed: Gathering Basket - two-morning workshop

"I spent two wonderful mornings with Nick making a willow basket. Nick was a great and knowledgeable teacher and immensely patient and kind. Our time was interspersed with tea and delicious treats to eat and I ended up with a really beautiful and satisfyingly sturdy basket. Such a pleasing and fulfilling course - loved it!"

Carolyn reviewed: Peonies - Crepe Paper Flower Making

"I really enjoyed this class making Crepe paper Peonies. So much so, that we were given material to take home and have a go. Which I did as soon as I got home. Very addictive. Can't wait for the 3 week evening course on making different flowers to come up. I'll be there!"

The Oast Studio responded:

"Thanks Carolyn, So glad you enjoyed the class. Keep your eye out for our new classes! We hope to see you again soon, x"

Sarah reviewed: Peonies - Crepe Paper Flower Making

"I was looking forward to this workshop and enjoyed it even more than I thought I would. I came away with a beautiful flower that I can't quite believe I made and the materials to make a couple more. I'll definitely be back!"

The Oast Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review, Sarah. so glad you enjoyed the class. We look forward to seeing you again soon."