Swanwick Studio reviews

Nicola Duffy reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"I booked a one day stained glass sun catcher workshop for my friend's birthday treat. The workshop was so inspiring and great fun... we'll be back! Thank you Rachel for such a great day."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"You are very welcome :-) It was a great Birthday prezzie for your friend's 'special' Birthday & you even bought cake!!! You can definitely come back lol xx"

Kim Cullen reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"A great day with so much fun. Rachel is very friendly, informative and helpful to ensure everyone gets the best out of the workshop. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience- thank you Rachel."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Arhhhh, you're very welcome Kim:-) We all had a great day together :-) Rx "

Claire V reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"What a brilliant experience, thoroughly enjoyed learning a new skill under expert guidance. Delighted with the finished panel which far exceeded my expectations."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Oh Claire, Thank you for your lovely review. Your panel colours were amazing & so happy you had an enjoyable experience :-) Makes me do a little happy dance :-)"

Gill Welch reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"I had such a great day and so very pleased with my end product. Rachel did a fantastic job in teaching us (4) and was very informative about each section."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Gill for your lovely feedback. You all did a great job & your wobbly jelly is totally fabulous (Gill made a wonderful jellyfish)"

David reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"Had a fantastic day with Rachel - lovely small group and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The day was beautifully run, we were taught some glass cutting skills to begin with then based on this got to choose a project we felt confident doing. My partner and I were both so happy with what we made, a wonderful sun catcher to remember the day by. Thank you !"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thanks David for your lovely review. You both made such beautiful pieces I hope they look fabulous on display :-) Wonderful vibrant colours were chosen by you both. I wonder what courses you'll both try next?"

Tess reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"Wonderful workshop- plenty of opportunity to have guided tuition and Rachel is a great Teacher. Came away with a garden stake I’m very proud of."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Arrh, Thanks Tess for your lovely review ;-) We did have a great day & your chosen colours were gorgeous :-)"

Jane reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"We spent a lovely day making birds and turtles. It was lovely chatting to Rachel as we worked in a relaxed atmosphere, with our tea, biccies and glass cutting. I was surprised at how much I learnt and did in a day. And we had something nice to take home. Thank you ?"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Jane for your lovely feedback :-) I hope your sister was impressed with your efforts ;-) Your turtle is lovely & so nice to spend the day with you both x"

Keith reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"I spent a very enjoyable day with Rachel making a sun-catcher, learning how to cut glass the correct way and under her expert tuition I was able to cut glass into intricate shapes which I had never done before. A great fun day and I made sun-catcher to take home."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Keith, for your lovely feedback. You definitely progressed well with your cutting skills & your little seaside panel looks fantastic. Wonder what ‘she’ll’ book you in next? ;-)"

Graham Parsons reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"From Rachel’s relaxed and supportive style to the quality of our finished colourful garden panel, I could not fault this experience! The first part teaches you the basic techniques of cutting leaf and glass. Then the creative part kicks in. An array of coloured and textured glass is available to choose from and Rachel is on hand with help and advice if you want it. Everyone leaves with a stunning robustly made finished piece which will last outside for years. I thoroughly recommend!"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Graham for your very kind words & for acknowledging that these beautiful panels will last outside for years to come, bringing year round colour to your garden :-) you choose gorgeous colours & did a thoroughly top job ;-)"

Stephany reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"a fabulous day - Rachel was a great teacher, with lots of patience."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Stephany - your feedback is very much appreciated ;-)"

BIrgit reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"Wonderful experience, Rachel is very passionate and didactic, I learned a lot and feel thrilled with the little piece of art I created. We had a great time, lots of fun, interesting conversations too!! Thank you so much Rachel!! I'll be back!!"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Ahhh that's so lovely - we had a great day & your little boat sun-catcher is beautiful. Glad you had fun & want to return ;-) R ;))"

Helen Wright reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"A brilliant day. Rachel is lovely, patient and funny. She encourages you and helps you achieve a beautiful sun catcher. It was great fun and I really love what I made. I have already decided that I will return. Thank you ?"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Arhh thanks Helen :-) I'm glad I amused lol I aim to provide a relaxed & joyful environment which in turn enhances everyones creativity :-) It certainly worked well with you ;-) Glad you're aiming to visit again :-)"

Nikki Barber reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"What a fabulous day!! Rachel has a great teaching style. She gently and confidently coaxes out the best in each of her students. A real sense of accomplishment at the end of the day and a wonderful keepsake to look back on. I cannot recommend Rachel and the course highly enough. What are you waiting for ... book now! LOL! You’ll be very glad you did - worth every penny. I’m looking forward to when I can go again. All the very best Rachel, hope to see you soon."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Oh Thank you Nikki, you're making me blush - lol We all had a fabulous day with everyone making beautiful & colourful sun-catchers. I warned you it was addictive ;-)"

Sarah Kelly reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"The stained glass garden panel workshop was fantastic and Rachel explained and demonstrated everything very carefully and calmly, giving me the confidence to try something I had never done before. I was amazed that in a few hours I had created such a beautiful panel, with amazing colours that will look wonderful in my garden. Rachel is a brilliant teacher with her kind guidance and enthusiasm. I highly recommend this workshop!"

Rebecca Barnes reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"A thoroughly enjoyable day learning new skills in a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment. It felt like we came a long way in a day, culminating in the production of a beautiful glassy panel which already has pride of place in the garden! Thanks Rachel!"

eileen eyers reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"I had a most enjoyable day with Rachel and the two women who shared the session. It was great to 'have a go' at something completely new and different. Rachel is a joy to be around, she is friendly, cheerful, encouraging and motivating. She has all of the skills required of a teacher, patience being uppermost when it came to my glass cutting. Choosing which glass to use was difficult as Rachel has such a variety of textures and colours on offer, all of which are beautiful. I am very pleased with my finished product and look forward to finding a special place for it in my garden."

Emily Dineen reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day creating the garden panel and was proud of what I’d managed to achieve. Rachel is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable and patient. I would definitely recommend this course and may even do it again myself!"

Jane Forster reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"My daughter and I had a fantastic day with Rachel yesterday learning how to do glass garden panels. We had so much fun and Rachel was very friendly and very clear in her instructions on how to make them. The choice of glass was very varied, I found it difficult to make a choice!!! Many thanks, Rachel. I would recommend anyone have a go at this course."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thanks Jane We all had a great session & you & Rebecca made very beautiful panels - great colours :-)"

Norma reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"Just spent a fabulous day with Rachel. David and I came with ideas of what we wanted to make and were delighted to come home with finished items that we were proud of. Rachel was a kind and patient teacher and we had a lovely creative and relaxing time. Sadly now addicted and Rachel has given lots of advice as to what is needed if we want to carry on at home. The day was well worth the money."

Martin Stacey reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"A fun course with a fun tutor. I was never short of a drink and a biscuit! Perfect for total beginners and those, like me, who need a refresh. The colours and textures of glass available were terrific. When finished I walked away with some beautiful for the garden. In my opinion, the course was well worth the money."

Petrea reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"A wonderful day! Rachel is a patient and gifted teacher. And the beautiful artwork she herself produces is truly inspiring. She warned me that working with glass was addictive. She’s not wrong - clearing myself a work space in the garage right now."

Rosemary reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"What a lovely day - nice to be away from the madness of the work environment, in such a calm place - doing something for myself, thank you Rachel - it was so therapeutic! Rachel, you even managed to find something artistic within me and I left feeling proud of my creation."

Lynda reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"Had a fantastic afternoon making a garden panel which I love . The course was very relaxed and well paced .Rachel guides you in your colour choices if required. Would definitely recommend this course."

Helen & Steve Ford reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"My wife and I had a wonderful day with Rachel learning a new craft. We much admired her work that was on display and she was an excellent teacher - knowledgable, friendly and supportive. We were both so pleased with the stained glass panels that Rachel taught us how to make, and now have another little project in mind for which we will be returning to Rachel for her guidance. Would recommend anyone to do this stained glass course with Rachel, you will not be disappointed."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Oh thank you Steve & Helen, what lovely kind words. You made it a very enjoyable day too. Very much appreciate you taking the time to review :-)"

Rick Deadman reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"I had a wonderful day in the workshop with Rachel. I was challenged, I learnt so much, I was allowed to be creative and all in such a friendly and supportive place. I could not recommend this course highly enough. I am inspired to return and have ago at another project. Have a go, you won't regret it."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thanks so much Rick, you did a great job & I hope you're super pleased with your panel. Lovely feedback & thank you for the recommendation See you on the next one!! :-)"