Vanderhume reviews

25 Mar 19'

Karen reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"The pot hanger workshop with Alice was brilliant fun! It was nice to learn about a new craft, had some great conversation and made a pot hanger – all in 2 hours! I left feeling very creative and very inspired. Thank you!"

25 Mar 19'

Shirley Begg reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I had a great day leaving how to weave and thank you Alice Hume for all your help and expert tuition. Looking forward to trying out the other workshops you have on offer. Would totally recommend this workshop to others"

24 Mar 19'

Ting reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I'm really glad I chose this workshop over others that were closer to me. Set on the seafront in a great little studio, I really enjoyed the experience and process of handlooming. Alice was a great teacher and throughout gave us creative suggestions towards our handloom. I definitely recommend it and hope to be back for future workshops!"

27 Feb 19'

JAN reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I had such a wonderful day with Alice learning a new craft! Alice is so encouraging and inspiring. And what a fantastic place to work at Hotwalls. I will definitely be back for more. Thank you Alice"

25 Feb 19'

Lynn Gilding reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"I have completed 2 macrame courses now. Alice is an excellent teacher. Patient, friendly and knowledgeable. I have come away feeling confident and able to progress by myself. I will hopefully be back for more, will be trying weaving next time. Thank You Alice."

24 Feb 19'

Rosie reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Thank you Alice, I had a great time on the macrame course today, under your expert tution I made a lovely plant pot holder - I’m so impressed with my first attempt at macrame! I’m definitely booking in for another class to learn some more knots :-) Rosie"

24 Feb 19'

Amy reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day! As someone who has never done anything creative or artistic, I came home with a finished wall hanging which I am very proud of. Alice is a great teacher and the environment is lovely and peaceful. I can't wait to attend more workshops with Alice!"

23 Feb 19'

Sue Harrison reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Another inspiring and enjoyable day. Feel confident enough now to try working at home on experimental pieces. Thank you Alice for your patience, clear teaching and for creating a lovely atmosphere. Looking forward to an advanced course later in the year."

31 Jan 19'

Abbie-Louise Harmer reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Great 2 hours spent learning a new skill. Alice is friendly and a great teacher, I would highly recommend!"

21 Jan 19'

Claire Storey reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I purchased the workshop as a present for my 2 daughters and myself. We had a great day. The workspace was cosy and the group is small so you get plenty of tuition. Alice is lovely and a great teacher. We have learnt how to,produce a weaving from start to finish so we can now practice at home. We are planning for more workshops to progress further and produce more advanced weavings"

16 Dec 18'

Lucy Ghaly reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Absolutely loved the hand weaving course with Alice! I learnt so much and it was what I had hoped for, for my first try at hand weaving. I came home very happy and energised with a new wall-hanging for my home. I also bought one of Alice’s hand-made looms so I can continue to create at home. Alice is patient, meticulous, a good teacher, and kind. I had a really fun time weaving with a small group of lovely ladies in the cosy Hotwalls Studio!"

10 Dec 18'

Michelle reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"My daughter and i really enjoyed this course. Learnt how to do it properly. I highly recomend."

25 Nov 18'

Rachel reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"This course is great for anyone who wants a solid introduction to frame loom weaving. Alice is a patient teacher and guided us through the basic techniques. I felt the day really opened up a whole host of possibilities with weaving. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The studios were warm and with the small class size you really were able to learn quickly and get assistance from Alice at each step. I would highly recommend this course. I am planning on returning for the advanced class in the new year."

29 Oct 18'

Pardis Arvinrad reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"As a complete beginner I really didn’t think I would end the day with proper craft! Absolutely thrilled with my new found skill. Alice has great patience! The studio is so cosy and nice. Loved the experience:)"

27 Oct 18'

Elizabeth Bradley reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Alice is very relaxed and encouraging. Her class size is small for totally personal attention. Very nice atmosphere , and easy to learn good things so we were all keen to return to improve our weaving. I definitely encourage people to bring buttons/ ribbons etc to weave in as Alice showed us so many possibilities!"

16 Oct 18'

Eileen Ward reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Great time had today. My first attempt and very pleased with the outcome. Alice is very approachable and the studio is ideal. Plenty of tea, coffee & biscuits. Food at The Canteen very good as well. In all an excellent day. Thanks Alice. Eileen x"

25 Sep 18'

Tim Laker reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"A most enjoyable and relaxing 2 hours and came home with a new skill which I will pursue at home, and a lovely pot hanger. Alice was very welcoming and the studio in an amazing location."

24 Sep 18'

Liz reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"A happy two hours learning a new skill in a welcoming environment. A very enjoyable Sunday morning, thank you!"

29 Jul 18'

Karen Fraser reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Lovely day yesterday, in ideal place the Hotwalls in Old Portsmouth. Never done loom weaving before, although seen different methods in other counties. Alice was a great teacher and very patient, also supplying tea, coffee & biscuits to keep us going. Liked the idea of small class with 4 of us. Once I started I couldn’t stop."

26 Jul 18'

Maxine George reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Alice is so accommodating, super friendly and patient. Loved the ambience of her studio and the course all round. 5stars! xxx"

17 Jul 18'

Victoria Lowe reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Such a lovely way to spend my Saturday! Alice was a great teacher and showed us some really helpful skills. Great introduction to weaving and a really relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended!"

15 Jul 18'

Diane Lawry reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"What a lovely way to spend a day. I learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The whole session was relaxed, yet purposeful and Alice calmly and expertly helped me to learn some basic weaving skills. I will definitely be back for more."

3 Jul 18'

Kathy reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Alice ran an excellent workshop and I would love to do more one day. It's a calm way to spend a day - learning a new skill in a relaxed environment and a beautiful heritage setting close to Southsea waterfront."

3 Jul 18'

Ingrid reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Brilliant workshop, a must to do. Alice is a great teacher and very helpful. Looking forward to the new weave and natter group Alice is starting"

21 May 18'

KATIE HOUSE reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Lovely premises and delightful small group. Having never tried weaving the outcome was surprisingly good which I’ll atrinute to Alice’s teachings. She was patient, helpful and insightful. Enjoyed so much that I have completed a few more since. Would also recommend buying the loom from Alice too it’s a sturdy piece and a manageable size."