Tuuli Parker

Contact name: Tuuli Parker

101
Total bookings

Rating

(72)

over 6 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I am a fully qualified teacher with over 25 years experience and have been teaching silver clay workshops for 12 years. I am passionate about helping people find their creative flow, and love sharing what I have learnt about jewellery making with others. My work is inspired by natural forms; mainly flowers, foliage and the seaside.

Courses, kits & gifts

platinum award

Hitchin

Saturday silver clay pendant and cubic zirconia jewellery workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin

4 hours

Next date: 7th Dec 2024

(1)

£85.00

platinum award

Hitchin

Saturday silver clay pendant and wrapped ring workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin

3½ hours

Next date: 7th Dec 2024

(2)

£75.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

24 Apr 24'

Sarah Westcott reviewed: Saturday silver clay pendant and cubic zirconia jewellery workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin

"This was my second course with Tuuli and involved making pendants with gem stones. Tuuli was patient and clear with her instructions as well as encouraging our creativity. The small group size works really well and the other participants were welcoming and friendly. I would love to attend future courses. Thank you Tuuli!"

Tuuli Parker responded:

"I'm so pleased to hear this Sarah! We had a lovely afternoon didn't we 😊 Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - it very much appreciated. Hopefully see you again soon! Kindest regards, Tuuli"

19 Mar 24'

Sarah Backhouse reviewed: Saturday silver clay jewellery workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 1.30pm - 5.00pm

"I attended Tuuli's silver clay workshop at Ransom's Pavillion, Hitchin. The workshop was a birthday gift - the process of booking with a gift voucher was very straightforward. Before attending I received helpful instructions about where to go, what to bring and what to expect. The workshop was a small group of 6, plus Tuuli. We were all made very welcome, and Tuuli started with a friendly intro to the course and what we'd be doing. The workshop was hugely fun and rewarding. We learned so many techniques, and I particularly enjoyed using the blowtorch! We practised making our pieces first before being let loose on the silver clay, which I found very helpful. The clay itself was easier to work with than I was expecting, and the finished pieces were delicate and very pretty. I was delighted to be able to make three small pendants plus a pair of earrings, which was more than I was expecting - basically we were given a set amount of clay, and could do what we wanted with it, some made a single ring, others like me made a few items. At each step Tuuli gave a very clear explanation, and took the time to show us (sometimes repeatedly!) how to do something - I really appreciated her patience and friendly manner, especially when I held things up a bit when trying to get my earrings to match (sorry about that!). The pace and content of the course were perfect for me as a beginner - however I think it would also be fine if you do have some experience and had a piece in mind that you wanted to make. I would definitely recommend Tuuli's workshop - the whole experience was simple, fun, inclusive and rewarding, and I'm absolutely delighted with what I achieved. Definitely good value for money too. Thank you. "

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Sarah thank you so much for such an in-depth review! I really do appreciate the time it took you to write this and the detail you covered. I'm so pleased to hear your thoughts and that you are happy with what you made - your pieces came out beautifully! Kindest regards, Tuuli"

6 Mar 24'

Anne reviewed: Saturday silver clay pendant and wrapped ring workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin

"Tulli is a brilliant teacher, patient, kind and full of knowledge. She made sure that all six of us in the class went home with a finished piece of silver clay jewellery. I had a really lovely afternoon and would love to do another class with Tuuli in the future"

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Anne - it is greatly appreciated! I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop - we had a great afternoon didn't we! Kindest regards, Tuuli"

5 Feb 24'

Wendy Greenwood reviewed: Saturday Silver Ring Making Workshop - Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin

"I did the silver clay course on Saturday with my niece. Both complete novices but Tuuli was very patient and explained processes clearly, and didn’t mind going over processes more than once for those of us who were confused the first time (me!)! She was very knowledgeable about her craft and ensured that we all came away with items to be proud of. Would highly recommend. "

Tuuli Parker responded:

"I'm so pleased you feel proud of what you made Wendy - you should be, your pieces came out beautifully! Thank you so much for your feedback, it is very much appreciated. Kindest regards, Tuuli"