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Course Testimonials
Dear Victoria. Thank you very much for sharing your amazing knowledge. The week was simply faultless. Take care.
William, Surrey - April 2012
I have just completed 'Course One' with Victoria. I thouroughly enjoyed myself and have learnt such alot in one week. The course goes in depth without being daunting. I found it a fantastic environment to learn in; very relaxed and calm. Victoria has the patience of an angel! I have found inspiration and will definetely go on to do 'Course Two'. Thankyou Victoria.
Angie, Manchester - April 2012
I have been making curtains and blinds for several years, though all self taught!! The course has been a real insight as to how to do it properly with a very high quality professional finish. It has also given me the courage to set up my own curtain and blind making business. Thank you so much.
Andra, Buckinghamshire - March 2012
I don’t think I have ever learned so much and enjoyed myself so much within the same time period! You have clearly put your heart in to providing a very enjoyable place to learn and have generously shared your valuable experience and knowledge with your pupils. Although I signed up to the course solely to make my own curtains; you, your beautiful showroom and your wonderful lessons have inspired me to become a professional Curtain Maker. You could say I have had a life-changing week! I look forward to the Advanced Course and many years of making curtains! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Chloe, London - March 2012
Wow! I have just had the most amazing week and met with some lovely people. Thank you so much Victoria for all your time and patience and step by step tuition. I can't believe how much I achieved from having a very basic knowledge of sewing, to going onto completing the samples. I would definitely recommend this course. I'm now in the process of putting into practice what I have learnt on a larger scale and hope to book on to the Advanced course soon. Bury Farm is a wonderful relaxing place, I've had a little escape from it all with a course thrown in too!!
Alison, Scarborough - March 2012
I recently completed 'Course Two' with Victoria and feel a real sense of achievement as to what I created. I couldn't believe what we had managed to achieve after the first course but the second course reinforced everything I had learned and then gave me a whole new set of skills. Victoria carefully explains all the techniques and gives you the confidence to create window treatments you didn't know you were capable of. The course notes are detailed and invaluable when you get home and don't have Victoria there at your side!
Susanne, London - February 2012
Just completed my Advanced Curtain Making Course with Victoria and thoroughly enjoyed it. Again I was surprised as what I learnt and even more surprised to see my swag and tail!! Victoria is fantastic at taking you through every step bit by bit so you don't miss a thing. As I had been on the Course One in December I felt quite at home at Bury Farm especially as I was on the course with the same girls in December. If you are thinking of maybe going on the course - don't think - just book it, you will not regret it one little bit. I really didn't think I could do this but with Victoria taking you through every step made this interesting and most of all fun. See you soon Victoria.
Sharon, Harrogate - February 2012
Hi Victoria. Just wanted to say thank you for your advice with my last project which I delivered and fitted yesterday - the pelmet and curtains look great together. I also made five cushions, four wardrobe curtains and a bed throw. The client is really delighted and so am I. It has given my confidence a real boost.
Sarah, Kent - February 2012
Set in the stunning and inspiring grounds of Bury Farm, this course is run with utter professionalism and incredible organisation. Victoria’s patience, encouragement and warm ease of manner create the perfect learning ground from the beginner to the professional. None of us wanted to leave! A true sense of achievement and fulfilment. I can’t recommend this course more highly.
Sara, Courchevel France - January 2012
I had a fantastic week. I have to admit I was quite nervous undertaking an intensive curtain making course on my own. I had very little sewing or machining experience. However, I immediately felt at ease with the pace of the course and the very professional teaching by Victoria. She definitely explained and demonstrated every stage very clearly. Every night I went home and showed off my samples to a very shocked family. They were very proud of me!! The workshop, showroom and farm are a beautiful surrounding to spend the week curtain making. I am now looking forward to start making my own curtains and blinds and sorting out my diary to book another course with Victoria.
Debbie, Hertfordshire - January 2012
I found the course to be worth every penny. It is surprising how much can be achieved and learnt in 5 days. Victoria has a very calm and patient manner and a wealth of knowledge with regard to curtain making. This enabled everyone to feel at ease and able to ask the simplest of questions. The manual and information supplied were very comprehensive and I am looking forward to doing the Advanced course. The location of Bury Farm is very lovely and the showroom and workroom within it are amazing.
Caroline, London - January 2012
Wow, brilliant, fantastic. Even if you don't need new curtains right now I would still recommend this course. Maximum 6 to a course so lots of personal attention and it was amazing what I learned. I arrived with absolutely no idea what to expect and feeling rather nervous because I had no experience whatsoever in curtain making or sewing of any kind, but I was soon made to feel very welcome and put at my ease by Victoria. Yes the course was intense but Victoria maintained a pace that kept us all on track so that we were never too far ahead or behind each other. I cannot believe what I learned and I am so proud of my samples. The venue is lovely even in early December and although we were busy it was so relaxing, it was almost like a holiday so restful and fulfilling. I was totally delighted with the course and amazed at the new skills I learned and now have to put them to use in my home before going back and completing the second part early 2012 I hope.
Gail, Cambridge - December 2011
Victoria's course gave me an in depth and detailed grounding of tradtional and high quality curtain making. Her teaching methods are brilliant and she is incredibly patient with all levels of skill. The course is unique as it offers an insight into starting and running a business in this field which is particularly helpful. I had a fantastic week and can't wait to go back for more!
Hannah, Bedfordshire - December 2011
Thank you so much for your time and patience. As a total novice to sewing of any description (I haven't carried out any sewing for over 20 years!), I was absolutely delighted with the course content and all of the stitches and techniques that I managed to achieve. I thoroughly enjoyed the vast content of the course and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone interested in making beautiful hand sewn curtains and blinds no matter how much experience they may have. I have felt inspired to start my own business, and once I have completed the advanced course in February 2012 I am going to build up my client base - with family and friends first and then begin to advertise locally and throughout County Durham. The information and also the after care from you has been excellent and I really can't wait for February to come around. On a personal level Victoria, you have done wonders for my self confidence and self belief after a few very tough months - thank you so much - and I was lucky enough to meet such lovely people.
Bev, County Durham - October 2011
This is a great course, especially if you are a perfectionist like me who notices all the little details and doesn't want to settle for anything less! The course has been a very wise investment for me as I have lots of projects at my home and I now feel more than confident in tackling them to a standard as good as any interior design shop could offer. Victoria pitches her teaching perfectly and this coupled with the great company of the other students made it a wonderful week.
Nicki, Berkshire - October 2011
It took me a year to make up my mind to do this course due to work commitments. However this summer I found myself in a position where I had the time to do so and enrolled. I was lucky to get a place on both courses in September (Course One & Course Two). It was hard work but worth it. I have been sewing for myself and friends almost all of my life and felt confident in doing so, however, thanks to Victoria, her techniques and knowledge sharing has given me the opportunity to build on what I know; to be able to produce products to a highly professional standard. I am now about to go through my house and replace all curtains and blinds to show off my newly learnt skills. If anyone is contemplating enrolling, don't hesitate, go ahead, you will not regret it and you don't need any sewing experience to do it. Not only will you enjoy the learning, the venue is idyllic and Victoria is the most patient teacher you can meet. I take my hat off to her. i am now in the process of putting things in order to start up my business because I now feel ready to offer a selection of window treatments and soft furnishings. Thank you Victoria.
Elaina, London - October 2011
I was quite nervous attending the course on the first day as was everybody who attended, not knowing what to expect and to what standard my other classmates would be at. My worries were all unfounded as when I arrived that first morning Victoria put me at ease immediately. I told her that I had a very basic knowledge of sewing, being self-taught and had only made blinds for my children and my own home. When we started class on the first day, I realised how very basic my knowledge was!
Victoria assured me that she preferred her students to forget everything they knew and start over with a fresh pair of eyes. At the end of the course I could see why. Victoria teaches her subject very thoroughly and to an extremely professional and high standard, I feel as though I learnt so much in such a short time.
Although I had had very little previous experience, I came away at the end of the week with my perfect samples, lots of confidence and the enthusiasm to go home, set up a workroom and start making curtains and blinds for myself firstly and in time I know I will branch out and set up my own business. All of my friends who know I completed a curtain making course have been asking me if I can make them some curtains/blinds, I can see that I already have a client bank in the making!!!
I was delighted with the course, the daily subject was very well explained and manageable, I learned a new skill and made a different sample every day. I am looking forward very much to going back and completing the second part of the course in the near future to further my repertoire and be able to offer my “clients” a wider range of products going forward.
Thank you very much Victoria for passing on your knowledge and giving me the opportunity to be on my way to achieving a lifetimes dream, I only wish I had found you years ago. I look forward to meeting with you again in the future.
Pam, Essex - September 2011
As someone who has been sewing from an early age, I had made several pairs of curtains for my home. However, they always lacked that professional finish that you see in the shops. When I discovered Victoria’s Curtain Making Course whilst browsing the internet, I booked on to the next available course. Arriving at Bovingdon on the first day I met up with five other ladies - all of us eager to learn! Victoria’s training was absolutely first class; somehow she managed to keep us all at the same pace so that none of us was either too far behind, or too far in front. I came home buzzing with excitement about all of what I have learnt. I cannot wait to go back later on this year to do Course Two. Once I have done that I am planning to set up my own business.
Julie, Bedfordshire - September 2011
I really enjoyed the course and it was a pleasure to meet you, I learned so much in the five days while I was there and it was so friendly with such a nice atmosphere. I highly recommend this course to anyone that wants to learn about window treatments, it was very detailed and comprehensive. Your experience and teaching method taught me so much I really appreciated it; I have always wanted to learn about this but never had the opportunity until now.
Maria, Guernsey - September 2011
I loved the course, it was exactly what I needed, it provided me with the skills, knowledge and confidence to start up a business. I am buzzing after what was a really intensive but totally enjoyable week. I felt quite nervous doing such an intensive course with very little hand sewing experience, particularly as I haven't studied so intensively since my degree. Victoria has soooo much patience, and she taught with sensitivity, so everyone felt inspired and capable, that's quite hard to pull off, but she managed it effortlessly. Even better is that it doesn't stop there, her continued support is an additional bonus....I wonder how she manages to do it all, but somehow she does. Money well spent.
Lori, London - September 2011
I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed the fitting course last week. Being a reasonably experienced handyman I have fitted a number of window dressings in the past. However I gained considerable benefit from the course, especially from realising how important it is to get extremely accurate measurements, assembling my own tracks which can save a lot of money and learning some ‘tricks of the trade’. Specifically, the method of measuring and manufacturing the track to fit various types of bay windows was extremely useful.
Chris, West Yorkshire - September 2011
Thank you Victoria for a wonderful week, I achieved everything and more than I expected from the course. Thank you for generously sharing your wealth of knowledge, skill and love of curtain making, all of which was reflected in the standard of the samples we produced throughout the week. The beautiful surroundings of Bury Farm and the great company all contributed to make a wonderful experience. Also a big thank you for having the patience of a saint!!
Tracey, Belfast - July 2011
Very many thanks for the fabulous week of training I had with you. Having read many of your Testimonials prior to booking the course, I had very high expectations! WOW! I am amazed, but you surpassed them all in every way!! I cannot believe the standard of work which I produced under your guidance and my confidence grew as the week progressed, so a big thank you. It has been a joy to learn from a fellow perfectionist and I could not recommend you more highly to anyone who is interested in learning how to make beautiful soft furnishings. I have not stopped sewing since my return. Today I have been commissioned to make 4 Roman blinds (2 for two different people)!
Louise, West Yorkshire - June 2011
Thanks so much for such an inspiring two weeks! I thoroughly enjoyed every day spent with you. I am still amazed at how much I achieved, and am so glad that after the years of soul searching I have at last discovered what I was put on this earth to do! To anyone considering following suit, don't hesitate. A comprehensive two week course (Course One & Course Two), covering all relevant aspects of making and starting your own curtain and soft furnishing business.
Emily, Kent - June 2011
Thank you Victoria for a super week. I really enjoyed every aspect of the course, learning so much during the week with plenty of hands on experience. Victoria is so patient and helpful every step of the way, very professional and knowledgeable always ready to answer any questions. I have gained invaluable experience which I look forward to putting into practice. Bury Farm is a great venue, very relaxing within a lovely surrounding area. I thoroughly recommend this course and am looking forward to the Advanced Course shortly.
Fiona, Wales - April 2011
An excellent course, in nice, relaxed surroundings, covering everything in great detail. It has given me the knowledge, skills and confidence to successfully put everything I’ve learnt into practice. Victoria is a very experienced and patient teacher, I would have no hesitation in recommending the course and will definitely be booking another in the near future.
Anne, Essex - April 2011
Victoria, I thoroughly enjoyed the course last week and would highly recommend it. You covered very fully and clearly all the items listed in your course programme, and the notes that you have provided are extremely comprehensive. I am looking forward to putting all I have learned in to practice, and will definitely be back to do the Advanced course.
Sarah, Kent - April 2011
I loved every minute of Victoria's 5 day 'Design & Making of Window Treatments' course. If you are looking to do something new just for yourself or start up your own business, look no further for this is the course for you. Victoria's attention to detail and quality of work is quite outstanding, you will simply be amazed as to what you will achieve in five days. I cannot recommend this course highly enough and can't wait to go back and do the advanced course. Thank you Victoria!!!
Rebecca, Wales - March 2011
I attended the course 'Design & Making of Window Treatments' to have an understanding of how curtains are made, with the ultimate aim of making beautiful curtains for our new home. Imagine my delight that at the end of Day One we produced a lovely sample - Victoria a patient, informative and enormously helpful guide throughout this process. During the remainder of the week we went on to produce four more delightful samples which will prove invaluable in my project. Victoria is extremely professional and knowledgeable. Her extensive course reference manual and the skills acquired from her is all you really need to go on to make beautiful curtains. Bury Farm is the perfect location, sitting in the Hertfordshire countryside, yet only 20 miles from London. I can't wait to get sewing!
Sarah, Somerset - March 2011
I really enjoyed myself on the ‘Design & Making of Window Treatments’ course and felt like I learnt so much in a short time. It was really nice to learn in a small group in such lovely surroundings. I would encourage anyone with a desire to achieve excellence in traditional window treatment methods to enrol on the course.
Zoe, Wirral - March 2011
I thoroughly enjoyed the 'Design and Making of Window Treatments' course. I found the content very informative and well set out. I can hardly wait to put the techniques into practice to produce high quality curtains and blinds. The venue was excellent and I found the company very enjoyable. I hope to set up my own business and found the section on pricing, measuring and providing a list of suppliers invaluable.
Thank you Victoria for your hard work in developing a course which teaches so much in a short time. I thoroughly enjoyed the week and was really impressed by the beautiful curtain and blind samples we made. I would highly recommend this course as Victoria is very patient, hard working and professional. I'm really looking forward to starting the Advanced course in a few weeks time.
Julie, Wirral – December 2010
Thank you Victoria for a wonderful week where I gained so much both in information and confidence. What a wonderful venue which is so conductive to a relaxed learning experience. My original plan was to come on the course to get a bit more knowledge to produce soft furnishings for the interior of our new home. However, that may have to be shelved until a little later as I am all set to start with my first client once they move into their new apartment in January. I can't wait to come on the Advanced course. See you in a few weeks!
Elizabeth, Dorset – December 2010
I attended Victoria's Curtain Making Course so that I could learn how to make beautiful curtains for the cottage that I am moving into. I really wanted to broaden my skills and just learn something new. The week has surpassed my expectations both in my ability to craft something wonderful out of fabric and thread, and in the sheer contentment of producing something completely by hand in tranquil surroundings. Curtain making with Victoria has been a bit of an epiphany. I have laughed a lot, had time to think and contemplate about what I would like to achieve this next year and also made some good friends. I am looking forward to the advanced course and setting up my own business. Thank you Victoria and my lovely course buddies!
Victoria, Peterborough – November 2010
I had a thoroughly enjoyable 5 days on the 'Design and Making of Window Treatments' course last week and would recommend it to anyone with an interest in curtain making. It was a well structured course in which we practised the techniques to produce high quality samples and also came away with a detailed manual with step by step instructions. It was good fun with great company and Victoria was a very patient and helpful teacher. The sessions on starting a business and curtain fitting were very informative and it was helpful to see a workroom in operation. I learnt so much and now feel really confident and motivated to start my own business. Can't wait for the advanced course.
Amanda, Buckinghamshire – November 2010
I had a great week, I did find it a little challenging at times as you probably gathered, but your incredible patience helped me through. The girls were all brilliant fun to be around and I would love to come back and do the advanced course with them. Thank you for everything Victoria, you are incredibly talented and I feel quite privileged to have been trained by you.
Natalie, Bedfordshire – November 2010
Hi Victoria. I just wanted to let you know how fantastic your course was. It gave me all the skills I needed to do the curtains at home to a very high standard. Ten months later I have nearly finished the whole house. Once again thank you for all your help. I never would have done it without your fantastic instruction. It gave me all the confidence I needed.
Adie, Hertfordshire - October 2010
I had a great week at Bury Farm and thoroughly enjoyed the course. We learned an incredible amount in a very short time, and came away with great practical knowledge but also invaluable business advice. Victoria is very motivational in her teaching and I left with a renewed confidence. I am very glad I made the decision to choose this course.
Caron, East Sussex - September 2010
Thank you for a wonderful experience at your 'Design & Making of Window Treatments' course. I attended the course to help me make quality curtains and blinds for my home and with a possible view to setting up my own business. However, I left the course with so much enthusiam and confidence to begin my own business that I hope to be up and running by Spring. I would definitely recommend this course for your teaching and facilities, not forgetting the beautiful setting. Victoria, thank you for your patience and excellent teaching and I am really looking forward to the Advanced course.
Lynne, Edinburgh - September 2010
Having completed the 5 day intensive course 'Design & Making of Window treatments' after previously knowing nothing about what was involved, I can honestly say I feel confident in choosing, cutting and sewing fabric to produce a quality curtain or blind. I would not have been able to do this without Victoria's detailed step by step manual and teaching methods. She was able to explain each step in a variety of ways to make all of us understand the task ahead. This course was well planned and Victoria was always welcoming and interested in each of us including our plans for developing our recently acquired curtain making skills. I have already started to look into setting up my business and with my new confidence and and skills alongside Victoria's fool proof guide of how to start up a curtain making business, everything should go well.
Catherine, Bolton - September 2010
Very many thanks for an excellent one-to-one training course, I learnt so much and thoroughly enjoyed the days.
Sue, London - September 2010
I loved everything about the 'Design & Making of Window treatments' course. Victoria is an excellent teacher with lots of patience. I left the course feeling inspired and amazed at what I had achieved in the 5 days. I cannot recommend this course enough.
Suzanne, Essex - August 2010
I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed and feel i have learnt on the intensive week's course. Full-on but good fun too! I look forward to returning to your workshop in the future to complete the advanced course.
Katie, Norfolk - August 2010
Thank you for your comforting words Victoria. It means a lot coming from you.
Weeks before the course I could not wait and when the 5 days passed I knew it was worth it. I enjoyed it tremendously! Every new step Victoria taught us, I was excited like a baby and couldn't wait for the next day. Victoria was a great teacher and a beautiful person. Thanks for all my knowledge about curtain making. See you later this year.
Laron, London - July 2010
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for such a good week. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and I am now very excited about making some curtains.
Amy, Herts - July 2010
Thanks Victoria for your one to one tuition. You have given me the confidence boost I needed. I was very nervous as it had been a long time since I'd done any sewing but I needn't have worried, you made me feel welcome from the moment I set foot on Bury Farm. You are a fantastic teacher with so much patience, and over the five days you taught me how to produce quality hand sewn curtains and blinds at the same time giving me the encouragement to start my own business. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the course to anyone; it was definitely worth the long journey down from Aberdeen, so much so I can't wait to book myself on the Advanced course.
Lynda, Aberdeen - July 2010
I can not recommend the course enough, it was a wonderful 5 days that went too quickly. Victoria was a fantastic teacher, making the process of curtain and blind making simple and easy to follow. The course was extremely inspirational and I leave filled with confidence and enthusiasm.
Caroline, London - June 2010
Thank you Victoria once again for a thoroughly enjoyable and informative course (Advanced course) held in lovely relaxing surroundings with great company. I can't wait to put my new found skills to good use and move forward with my plans to start up my own business. Well done Victoria you are a great teacher!!
Suzanne, Bristol - May 2010
I was lucky enough to get a place on this course last minute, although I was very nervous as I didn't have any sewing experience. I needn't have worried; Victoria was very patient with me and very encouraging and I finished the course having gained a first class skill. I hadn't initially wanted to look on this course as a potential for setiing up my own business, but since finishing this course I've already booked onto the advanced course on a one-to-one tuition basis with Victoria. I enjoyed myself immensely, even though the course was very intensive, and it's made me realise how much I enjoy sewing and appreciate the first class quality of the curtains and blinds that Victoria is teaching us to produce. The very next day I purchased a sewing machine, some materials and am now making a Roman blind for my kitchen and also for a member of my family. My friends all love the samples I made and are already putting in their orders, and i am counting down the days to the advanced course!
Christine, Essex - April 2010
I attended the course to find out how to make curtains with a view to starting a business in the future; this course has given me everything that I need to do this and indeed exceeded my expectations so far. The reason for this is that Victoria teaches to the level that she approaches her own work and as a result I am sure that I have been taught to the very highest standard. Considering the course synopsis covers a great deal in the week, the pace was right and didn't feel rushed or overwhelming; it was really enjoyable and informal. Victoria's experience and knowledge of the industry added value too, in giving us extra information around the subject.
Cymbeline, London - April 2010
I would like to thank you Victoria for your support and guidance over the past week. You have taught me how to make beautiful hand sewn curtains and blinds and I now have the confidence to take this forward with a view to starting out on my own. I will definitely enrol on the advanced course once I have perfected my own curtain making skills. As an aside, I would like to say that the venue is idylic and, for someone who has been away from home for a week, Laura at Rose Farm made my stay like home from home, and without her, it could have been a tough week due to being out of my comfort zone!
Beverley, Cheltenham - April 2010
Thank you for a really wonderful week. I have learned so much and on top of that feel like I have had a very indulgent dose of 'me' time which is rare in my life. It is a great course that you run and do it so well.
Dee, Hertfordshire - April 2010
Wow, what a fantastic course. I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone interested. Victoria is a patient teacher, and not only does she teach you how to make a quality product, she shares many of the little tips she has gained through her years of experience. I look forward in being able to attend the Advanced course in the future.
Lesley, West Sussex - March 2010
The course exceeded my expectations and has given me the confidence to start sewing again and set up my own business. I thought it was expertly compiled with lots of nice touches... tea on arrival, chocolate biscuits, lovely surroundings and most important of all... Victoria's sharing of her expert knowledge. Thank you! I look forward to seeing you again soon on the Advanced course.
Suzanne, Bristol - February 2010
A thoroughly enjoyable course that helps you learn how to make high quality curtains. Victoria shares the experience she has gained over the years, which is invaluable for those who would like to take this forward as a business or apply to their own interior deoration projects.
Yulia, London - February 2010
My experience on my five day one to one training course with Victoria was nothing but positive. Not only was the entire course very detailed on how to make hand sewn curtains, but through Victoria's enthusiasm and encouragement, I gained confidence that I needed to proceed on my own. Now that I know the real difference between good quality hand-made curtains and machine manufactured curtains, I find myself looking at curtain hems wherever I go! Victoria was incredibly honest and happy to give advice on how to set up my own business. I would definitely recommend her!
Susan, Wiltshire - January 2010
Thank you so much for a fantastic week. I learnt so much more than I thought I would and came away feeling very confident in what I can now achieve. I hadn't realised how much was involved in curtain making, but the perfect pace of each day combined with your patience and clarity in teaching made it very easy to learn. I proudly displayed the samples that I made during the course at our sales meeting this morning and can't wait to get practicing my new found skills!
Amy, London - December 2009
I would like to say a big thank you for a fabulous course last week. The course was fun and interesting and gave me the confidence and enthusiasm for my future as a curtain maker in my soft furnishings business. The location was beautiful and the lunches were great and my course mates were really nice company - thank you.
Debbie, West Sussex - December 2009
Hi Victoria. I would like to say a personal thank you for all of your help on the five day course. I initally decided to go on the course to see if I would actually be any good at making curtains and blinds. It was always something I was very interested in but had no knowledge or experience of. I feel like I've come away from the course with not only more knowledge but also with the tools to take what I've learned further. I think with a bit more practice i could actually earn a living doing something I enjoy which is something not many people can say, especially just after five days. Victoria is a fantastic teacher with a lot of patience and she makes you feel comfortable from the beginning. The lunches and relaxing setting only add to the enjoyment you get along with the course. I would definately recommend the course to anyone with an interest.
Amy, Middlesex - December 2009
I attended a 2 day curtain making course in November, which was really fabulous. Victoria is very professional and patient teacher. She is also extremely generous with her knowledge. I came away confident that I can measure up windows and make a truly professional set of curtains. The location is also lovely - a very enjoyable weekend. I thoroughly recommend it!
Gillian, Milton Keynes - November 2009
I have been using the services as provided by Victoria Hammond since August 2009, in wanting to learn how to create and make my own curtains and blinds, purely for my own use – having stopped working and with time on my hands. Having had absolutely no sewing skills or understanding of various styles of furnishings whatsoever, apart from being able to just about sew a button on, I was immediately impressed by how quickly Victoria got me working with creating sample curtains and blinds – with finished results on day one of my training. I loved it so much that after day one, I’ve been coming back time and again to learn more and more new skills and to put these into practice by creating what I believe to be wonderful pieces for my home – so much better than buying curtains or blinds off the peg, or going to a major department store for bespoke items, where they would cost me the earth and for which I have to say no where near as nice as that which I have been able to recreate for my own home – and this is coming from someone who didn’t know anything at all. The pleasure I have gained from this experience has been tremendous – from learning different forms of stitching, to shopping for different materials (pure indulgence) to the finished article – and the best bit of it all is that it is practically all handmade, with very little use of a machine – and looking extremely professional.In each project Victoria has shown creativity, a very quick grasp of the essence of the problems and goals, and a rapid and thorough response. I have been exceedingly happy with the results and it is a pleasure to work with Victoria, who communicates well and gives essential feedback as to the progress of my work. I wouldn't hesitate to use the services of Victoria Hammond and for my part will continue to do so on a regular basis.I also wanted to add something here about the farm location and the surroundings, which are absolutely fantastic, but I think I could go on and on!!!
Maritsa, Kent - November 2009
Victoria thank you so much for a thoroughly enjoyable weekend. Having not known where to begin with making curtains, I am now quite confident I will be able to make my curtains for my own home and can't wait to get started. The course is taught in a way that enables you to remember the methods involved in making curtains whilst also being fun. An added bonus to the course is the delightful farm in which the workshop and showroom is set, so pretty and tranquil. I look forward to coming back to learn how to make blinds and pelmets.
Alison, Surrey - November 2009
After attending Victoria's 5-day 'Design & Making of Window Treatments' course I have the confidence to open my own small business. The course content is excellent and surpassed my expectations, and I will definately be attending the follow-up course in the New Year. Victoria was patient and didn't mind going over any aspects that we were unsure of. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who would like to set up their own business, or simply learn to make their own beautifully hand-stitched curtains and blinds.
I have already managed to set up my workroom, open 2 trade accounts and am almost ready to start on my first order!
Tanya, London - October 2009
Thank you for a really enjoyable week in which I learnt so much about curtains and blinds. I loved learning all the various stitches particularly, as you say, so few people do make hand sewn curtains and blinds these days. It is a skill I am so pleased that I have learnt and your courses are pitched at just the right level. I cannot wait for the next one!
Kate, London - October 2009
Victoria, thank you so much for the 2 day one-to-one sessions I spent with you. I learnt so much from you and so many new techniques. I will look forward to seeing you again.
Pauline, Herts - October 2009This course was fabulous; really informative and enjoyable. I learned so much from Victoria and can now make curtains with a professional finish I had never achieved before. At last I have the confidence to strike out on my own and have already ordered my business cards! Thank you so much Victoria.
Jane, Kent - September 2009
I enjoyed the 5 day course immensely. I'm creative and wanted to learn how to make up curtains professionally. The course provided just that. Victoria's helpful and patient tuition has inspired me to produce my own designs. I would highly recommended this course.
Karen, Buckinghamshire - September 2009
I really enjoyed the 5 day course. We were shown how to make curtains to a very high professional standard. I was very impressed with my sample curtains which I later took home. The class was small and we each had quality time with Victoria. I must say she is very professional and friendly at the same time. The course was definately worth every penny. Thank you for the nice homemade lunches and lifts to the station every evening.
Joyce, London - September 2009
I really did enjoy my time on the course last week. The classes were very well delivered and the principles taught, if adhered to, will always produce a professional finish no matter the market one chooses to supply. Top notch!
Motunde, Oxford - September 2009
I arrived at Bury Farm with virtually no knowledge of curtain and blind making. Now having completed the 5 day course, I am very excited about getting started. A well balanced course covering all the necessary practical aspects as well as lots of useful information on getting a business started. I found the whole week thoroughly enjoyable with each day covering something different. Victoria was incredibly patient throughout and was more than happy to go back over anything that I wasn't 100% about. A well thought out course, complemented with detailed notes and a thorough and patient tutor - I would highly recommend it!
Katrina, London - August 2009
The 2 day weekend curtain course I attended with Victoria was fantastic. As a complete beginner, the step by step approach was ideal and the notes and sample curtains proved invaluable when I tackled my first project at home. I have just completed my first curtain and I'm delighted with the results. It is really rewarding to make something totally bespoke for my home. I am really looking forward to attending the Roman blind & pelmet course.
Helen, Kent - August 2009
I thoroughly enjoyed myself on the 5 day intensive course. The course really catered for my needs as a novice curtain maker and making curtains to such a high standard. The course was also very informative and helpful in terms of starting up my own business. Victoria was very thorough in her approach and extremely helpful and patient. The setting at Bury Farm was very relaxing too. I will certainly travel again to do more specialised courses as I progress in my business venture.
Jo, Manchester - August 2009
I thoroughly enjoyed the course at Bury Farm. The course manual is very well written and thorough in its approach and Victoria is a patient teacher who is always open to questions and was very generous with her time. The week was intensive and I came away feeling like I had learned a lot but, at the same time, the setting was relaxing and the food was delicious! I would thoroughly recommend this course to both beginners and more advanced sewers alike and I intend to return to complete further courses in different skills.
Helen, Newcastle - August 2009
Hi Victoria. Just wanted to thank you for a great week. I feel like I learnt so much and feel really confident and am looking forward to practicing my new skills. Would you let me know if you decide to do a cushion/bed dressings course, as I would be interested in coming to do that. Thanks.
Claire, Bedfordshire - July 2009
I am really glad that I came on the course and I feel that it was well worth every penny. I am keen to get started but like everything else must wait for my husband to convert the outbuildings so I can have a workroom table and industrial sewing machine. I will send you photos when I have got started! Thank you for everything. I may come down again and do a course in bed covers etc.
Jeanette, Yorkshire - July 2009
Having completed a one day's Roman blind making course, I was very pleased with the results! The day was intensive and enjoyable and Victoria was professional and friendly. I now feel confident in making customised Roman blinds and feel I have achieved a solid grounding from which to develop my sewing skills. I may be back for more courses in the future!
Louise, London - July 2009
I just wanted to thank you for a great course last week, I really enjoyed being creative and learning new skills. I have been looking and measuring up my house with renewed knowledge and interest.
Fleur, Oxford - June 2009
Thank you for all your help and support during the course. The course was very informative and hand's on. I was really pleased on how much I learnt in a short period. I will definitely be coming back for other weekend courses in the near future. Keep up the good work!
Jennifer, London - May 2009
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