Thread and Press reviews

Annette lock reviewed: Creative Textiles Beverley

"I had a wonderful day Holly was great and nothing was too much trouble.lots of paints,dyes,inks cotton and anything else you might need,no scrimping.she is a very talented artist and shared all her knowledge and ideas with us.although it was a long day it was very calm and pleasant.thankyou Holly for a fabulous day."

Val. Boycott reviewed: Needle Felting into Fabric Driffield

"Absolutely loved it! Holly has inspired me to start crafting again and I will definitely be booking on to more courses."

Jane Turner reviewed: Sew and Make a Notebook Cover for ages 8 - 13 years Bugthorpe

"Booking was easy. It was well organised. Beautiful fabrics. Holly was helpful and friendly. My daughter was thrilled with her gorgeous fabric notebook cover and proudly showed it off! She learnt a new skill, had great fun, and was inspired to use the notebook as a sketchbook and write a story when we got home. All the kids loved to show what they had made! Thank you. I was really impressed and will be booking again soon."

Heather reviewed: Sew and Make a Notebook Cover for ages 8 - 13 years Bugthorpe

"My daughter had a lovely time and really enjoyed the course. She was made to feel really welcome and was so pleased with her notebook cover. She would definitely like to do another course. Thank you!"

Helen Garrad reviewed: Stitched Places - Free-motion Machine Embroidery Beverley

"Brilliant! Great fun, really interesting and I didn't want it to end. Holly is a great teacher and I felt like I got a lot out of the day. Thank you. Can't wait for the next course."

Helen reviewed: Sew and Make a Patchwork Cushion 8 - 13 years YORK

"My 11 year old daughter and her friend went to one of Holly's sewing courses and had a brilliant time! They learnt some new skills and the cushions they made were absolutely beautiful. I'd highly recommend Holly's classes. "

Thread and Press responded:

"That's fabulous to hear, thank you for your feedback"

Jules reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery York

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Holly was very organised, patient and encouraging. The techniques were not difficult to pick up, and we had a chance to practice first before moving on to our main piece. Personally I would have found it helpful to have the printed instructions at the beginning of the session, as I was not always ready to learn the next step when Holly was teaching it. Great value, good teaching and a lovely creative day. Thank you Holly."

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Jules, much appreciated, And a great idea about printed instructions, thank you. "

Tricia Butler reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery York

"I absolutely loved this course! I've been on quite a few different craft workshops in my time but genuinely felt I came away with a new skill and the ability to make more. Holly was very supportive from colour choices to machine etiquette to cups of tea when everyone had their heads down working. Such an imaginative craft and has potential to take it further. Thank you Holly!"

Thread and Press responded:

"Ah thank you, that's great feedback, much appreciated. "

Lorraine Simpson-Housley reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery York

"Really enjoyed the course! I produced a lovely piece, of my own design, although there were plenty of pre-prepared templates and Holly was very helpful with advice on how to work it. Recommended to my WI group. Thank you. "

Thread and Press responded:

"Your work was really beautiful, thanks for joining me and thank you for the lovely feedback. "

Kelly reviewed: Sew and Make a Mini Messenger Bag Ages 8-15 years Cottingham

"My 9 year old recently attended and thoroughly enjoyed learning new skills. She was so proud to show off her bag which she had created and tell us all about the new skills she had learnt. She can't wait to attend again would highly recommend "

Thread and Press responded:

"Ah thank you Kelly, it was lovely to meet you both, so glad she enjoyed it :)"

Fiona reviewed: Sew and Make a Pencil Case 8 - 13 years Allerthorpe/Pocklington

"My 12 year old daughter loves Holly's sewing and craft classes. This week she has returned home with a fully lined pencil case with zip and she is very pleased with her achievements. Holly is a brilliant teacher! "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Fiona, it was great to see her again, I loved her design :) "

Jo reviewed: Sew and Make a Pencil Case 8 - 13 years Allerthorpe/Pocklington

"Great session, my daughter really enjoyed this. Fun and educational. Looking forward to future sessions. "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Jo :)"

Katie Howe reviewed: Sew and Make a Mini Messenger Bag Ages 8-15 years Cottingham

"My 9 year old had a truly fabulous morning. Holly is an incredible teacher (with a lot of patience!) The session was really well paced and easy to follow with a huge variety of equipment and materials to use. We can’t wait to book more sessions over Easter!"

Thread and Press responded:

"Ah that's wonderful thanks Katie :)"

Vicki reviewed: Stitched Cutie Mouse in a Box Melbourne nr Pocklington

"Both my 8 year old daughter & 12 son year old really enjoyed this course. Holly explained everything clearly & offered advice whenever needed. Lots of materials, buttons, felt etc to choose from & they made 2 unique mice and a decorative box each. Would highly recommend - thank you Holly x"

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Vicki, it was great to meet you all :)"

Emma Waslin reviewed: Stitched Cutie Mouse in a Box Melbourne nr Pocklington

"Loved make the mice, actually made two and decorated box. Highly recommended. Very friendly service and brilliant prices. Thank you "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you :)"

Liz reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Bridlington

"I really enjoyed this in person course. Holly had worked very hard to ensure we had everything we needed to get the best from the day. There was a lot of information to take in and remember. I learned some useful skills to complete my piece, but also to apply in future projects. I will definitely be putting my name down for future courses. Thank you."

Penny reviewed: Lino Printing onto Fabric Cottingham

"Great day, first time for my sister and I doing any linocut printing. We both made a lovely print and had time to print a couple of fabric pieces (to make into cushions later). Course was well paced for us all to follow easily and there were some lovely different prints made. Tutor (Holly) was great. Location was very good, plenty of room and very handy for me as only live a few minutes away! Would love to see more courses here. "

Thread and Press responded:

"So glad you enjoyed it. I will book some more dates in! Thanks for the lovely feedback. "

Irene Cowling reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Bridlington

"It was was a wonderful day filled with learning and hands on experience. Came away with enthusiasm and excitement to do more. Loved it. "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Irene! It was lovely to meet you, really glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you at the next one :)"

Deborah N reviewed: Lino Printing onto Fabric Cottingham

"Another Fantastic day with the fabulous Holly! I would recommend one of her courses to all. Well organised, highly skilled, friendly, helpful, explains clearly, gives excellent demos. Lots of high quality materials available to use. Some stunning results all round. Came away with 4 printed panels that I’ll make into cushions. I really felt I’d achieved something and feel confident to have a go at home. "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thanks Deborah, your prints were lovely! Hope to see you again soon "

Mrs Anna Brown reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Bridlington

"Holly is extremely well organised with good equipment and lovely materials. She is an excellent teacher and easy to understand. She is also helpful in overcoming issues. This session involved a period of time learning to use the sewing machines. This was 'down time' for me as I brought my own machine and wanted to learn the technique on this. Good results and friendly atmosphere and suitable venue. A handout would be useful and a board with the samples available rather than being passed round. A list of details of pens etc would be useful with references. It was an enjoyable session which I would recommend to others."

Thread and Press responded:

"Thanks Anna, glad you enjoyed it. The reading list was a great idea, I have started putting one together. I have just emailed you with a document with a summary and the resources used. Hope to see you again soon :)"

Cathy Fairley reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Bridlington

"Really enjoyed this day's course. Holly explained clearly and was patient and supportive throughout. A wonderful range of samples to work from. Also great equipment and materials to use."

Thread and Press responded:

"Thanks very much Cathy it was great to meet you. "

Melissa Gray reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Pocklington

"A great evening learning a new skill. Holly was very knowledgeable and helpful. Lots of great ideas and a good selection of patterns, fabrics and threads to choose from. Loved the end result and keen to do more now. "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thanks so much Melissa. Glad you feel inspired. :)"

marion peel reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Pocklington

"I really enjoyed learning this new skill. Holly is an excellent tutor!"

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Marion :)"

Sophie waslin reviewed: Sew and Make a Kimono Jacket Ages 10 - 16 years Allerthorpe/Pocklington

"Amazing course, great advice and brilliant choices of products. So fantastic booked two further courses. Thank you "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thanks so much. She did a fantastic job, glad she enjoyed it. "

Julie reviewed: Reverse Applique and Free-motion Machine Embroidery Pocklington

"A really enjoyable way to spend an evening! Holly was knowledgeable, helpful and patient and it was a lovely friendly group. Plus I came home with a new skill I can’t wait to practice more! "

Thread and Press responded:

"Thank you Julie :)"