Vanderhume reviews

30 Jun 24'

Jane reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you Alice for a really enjoyable day. It was so relaxing spending a whole day weaving. I am very pleased with the piece of weaving that I brought home with me. I am looking forward to doing more weaving."

8 Jun 24'

Tracy Macaulay reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"What a fabulous way to spend two hours learning the basics of a new craft. Alice is a very welcoming, calm and patient teacher and I thoroughly enjoyed making my pot holder under her guidance and chatting to the other attendees. The workshop is run in a sideroom off the Porters Lodge gift shop and is a perfect location."

30 Apr 24'

Karla Bell reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"A fabulous workshop. Not rushed, great pace, gentle approach to all students. A lovely little venue also. Thank you so much Alice Warmly "

28 Apr 24'

Amanda reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Loved this! Alice is a great teacher, explaining as you go and suggesting different techniques to try which is exactly what I wanted as an introduction. Huge range of wools to choose from. Definitely thinking of going back for a second day."

24 Mar 24'

Paula reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I spent a lovely relaxing day on this beginners' weaving course and enjoyed every minute. Alice is a great tutor who explained everything clearly and fully and was patient while I grasped the basics. The day covered everything I had wanted to learn, how to set up the loom, how to weave with different colours and patterns and how to finish the piece of work. I am now ready to practise alone but would love to do another workshop. The venue is excellent, close to public transport links in Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard. A great day, thoroughly recommended. "

10 Mar 24'

Elisa Dodd reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"What a lovely relaxing day and you lose yourself in weaving which is wonderful. Alice is a great teacher, kind and patient. She taught a variety of weave stitches and we all made beautiful weaves. Thank you Alice! "

25 Feb 24'

Louise reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Alice is clearly very knowledgeable, patient and encouraging throughout the day. The weaving workshop is very mindful and the day goes very quickly. The choice of yarn is huge, there is every colour you can image and more. Highly recommend this course for anyone."

5 Nov 23'

Mathilde reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"I really enjoyed this workshop today. Alice is really engaging, patient and all the instructions were very clear to understand. It was a relaxing experience and it felt good to be able to have something home made at the end! Really pleased with the result, and I can't wait to get started to make some more pot hangers for my family. Alice has such a unique artistic experience, I really enjoyed discussing with her about her journey. Thank you Alice!"

25 Jun 23'

Gill reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Attended the loom weaving course on Saturday, came away with a wall hanging which I am proud to hang on my wall. Course was well paced and plenty of different materials to choose from, Alice was a very patient teacher. A thoroughly enjoyable experience."

24 Jun 23'

Rachel Conway reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you so much. Really enjoyable, so therapeutic. Step by step instructions throughout, relaxed atmosphere with offers of tea throughout the day. Didn't feel rushed, variety of lots of different yarns to choose from. The class wasn't over numbered either so each individual received the help and time they needed. We all went home with a beautiful individual piece of wall art. Thank you for a lovely day 🙂"

9 Jun 23'

Jane and Grace reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"What a joyful way to spend a few hours, Alice is patient and super helpful and her studio was a little haven for macrame-ing with a friendly group of crafters. Thank you for the experience! My daughter and I have since made a wall hanging- yay!! "

29 May 23'

Janette Knight reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Completed the macrame plant pot hanger workshop with the lovely Alice. Alice is very talented and a great teacher of this craft. I found this very calming and enjoyed our time together learning a new skill to make plant pot hangers. I will be making many more for family and friends. This workshop is highly recommend. Thank you Alice for sharing your craft knowledge and experience. "

6 May 23'

Zoe reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"A lovely way to spend a day! Alice is a fantastic teacher - patient and encouraging, and ready to help when needed. The process of weaving is itself really calming, and it felt very satisfying to go home with a finished piece. Would highly recommend!"

1 May 23'

Clare reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I had such a great, relaxing day. This was a first time go at weaving but Alice was a calm and patient teacher and by the end of the day I had completed a lovely piece to take home. There are lots of great places to have lunch very near by or you can picnic on the beach right next door. Highly Recommended!"

27 Apr 23'

Rebecca Thomas Robinson reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I was a complete weaving novice at the start of this lovely introductory day! Alice’s relaxed approach in her beautiful studio created the perfect learning experience and I felt a real sense of accomplishment when I took a finished sample home. So inspiring!"

22 Apr 23'

Carolyn Barber reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"What a wonderful way to spend a day! Thoroughly enjoyed this relaxing workshop with Alice's friendly, easygoing teaching style. Came away with my first woven piece that I could genuinely feel proud of. Have just booked up for another workshop."

2 Feb 23'

Ali B reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Just done this macramé pot hanger course. Was so pleased to walk away with a finished item. Never thought I would when I started. Got some confidence to carry on now. Will look out for more. Always helps to have a tutor by your elbow for those blank moments....."

1 Feb 23'

Kim Hosier reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I thoroughly recommend this course. I am new to weaving and appreciated Alice’s welcoming, knowledgeable and patient approach. The group size allowed each of us to go at our own pace which I found invaluable. Such a lovely relaxing way to spend a Saturday in a great venue too. Thank you Alice - I have found a new hobby :) "

30 Jan 23'

Claire Russell-Bates reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Lovely group of five sitting around a table perfectly set up for our hanging macrame making. Alice is very clear and patient and we all achieved our hangers in about 2 hours (however my shoulders are aching this morning - I am getting old now over 65). I’m really pleased with my achievement and plan to make several more on my own and with friends. Thank you Alice"

29 Jan 23'

Anita reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Just spent 2 blissful hours creating under the expert and patient guidance of Alice. Delighted with the end result! Adjusting to allow for everyone’s pace Alice facilitated the perfect creative space. Would highly recommend the workshop. "

21 Nov 22'

Judith Carnt reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I spent a wonderful relaxing day last Saturday with Alice. Weaving is something I had not done before, but all was explained patiently and calmly. The choice of material/wool was amazing, dipping into a bag like children at Christmas!! I am thrilled with my finished sample including tassels, It will be a reminder a special workshop."

21 Nov 22'

Yvonne Adams reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I have just had a lovely day learning how to weave. It was satisfying to leave with a finished piece and the hours flew by. The venue was cosy and I met a small group of like minded people. Alice made the weaving seem easy and made excellent tea!! Thank you."

20 Oct 22'

Rachel C reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I recently attended this course with my friend and we both had a really enjoyable experience. Alice was patient and clear with her instructions. We both came away with pieces of work we are very pleased with. We met some lovely people and am now intending to buy a beautiful hand loom-made with repurposed wood- to continue on learning and making. We would both highly recommend. "

25 Sep 22'

Lucy reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you Alice for such a fun and relaxing introduction to weaving. I really enjoyed the workshop and would highly recommend it to others. . Looking forward to further weaving workshops in the future! :) "

15 Aug 22'

Amanda reviewed: Introduction to Macrame Wall Hangings

"Really enjoying this course. Clear instructions with great photographs. "