It is our policy to treat our customers and visitors as we would like to be treated ourselves.
All the following testimonials are unsolicited and genuine - some of our customers have taken the time and trouble to email their comments to us and we are proud to share them with you.
We have used initials here in order to preserve customer anonymity.
"WOW - that was quick. Thank you - order sent yesterday - received this morning. I would recommend you to anyone." - EG, United Kingdom
"It is a rare thing to have such quality of customer service from the beginning of an order placed ..." - RC, NC, United States
"What fabulous service! I received my kit yesterday - I couldn't have received it any more quickly if I had been able to order it here in Australia. You guys rock!!" - EH, NSW, Australia
"I would like to thank you for your help yesterday when I was ordering 'Colours'. I was thrilled to receive the package from you this morning at 9.30am. Thank you for such first class service." - SO, United Kingdom
"Hi,I've received the 3 charts I ordered and would like to thank you for the efficient way you handled my purchase. The easy ordering and payment and the speed of delivery ordered on Sunday evening through my letter box tues morn WOW. Many Thanks." - EL, United Kingdom
"Thank you for a wonderful service, and communication - I will certainly be returning next time I get the stitching twitch." - JS, France
"Just a quick note to say thanks very much indeed for the very prompt delivery of the cross stitch pattern I ordered from you - it looks great, and all I need to do now is find time to stitch it up! Thanks again for a great service." - LC, Scotland
"Hi there! This is in reference to order ... Just wanted to say thanks on sending the Stoney Creek booklet so quickly! I really didn't expect to receive it here in California until next week, I received it yesterday and I was thrilled and surprised. I am so glad I found your website, I will be back! A pleasure to deal with such efficient people and your price on the booklet couldn't be beat, even with the distance 'across the pond.'" - LFH, California, United States
"Gosh how easy was that. Thank you for your prompt and generous reply - I'm thrilled!" - JW, Australia"
"... I should like to thank your company for the very speedy service I have received and I hope to make further purchases from you in the future." - AH, Yorks., United Kingdom
"Thank you very much! I ordered a Margaret Sherry Cross stitch kit from yourselves Wednesday, and it arrived by post the next day. This is fantastic customer service, and I thought the complimentary design was a lovely touch. I will order from you again!" - CG, United Kingdom
"...I would like to thank you very much indeed for such a prompt service. I will definitely use you again the future." - CH, United Kingdom
"Great service, thank you so much." - BL, TN, United States
"I received my kit 'October Cat' by Margaret Sherry today. Thanks for your fast and professional service. I will add you to my favorite seller list." - AH, VA, United States
"Many thanks for a superbly effective and efficient service. The book is excellent and far exceeded my expectations. I will certainly be recommending you to others." - CB, Yorks., United Kingdom
"Hi there, just a short message to say many thanx for ordering the "Long shadows" cross stitch kit for me. My partner is delighted. It's nice to find a company who keep you informed of the progress of a request, and do it so efficiently. It's been a pleasure doing business with you and i'm sure we'll be in touch again soon." - CW, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
"Hi i've just recieved my parcel and it is fantastic. Thank you for such a quick service and i'll be ordering from you when i've finished these!!! Thanks again." - JK, United Kingdom
"I was amazed to receive the package ... yesterday morning. I am really impressed with your service and can certainly recommend Arts and Designs to my stitching friends. Many, many thanks. I can't wait to get started!" - BS, United Kingdom
"Hi, The pattern booklet arrived today. Thank you for the quick delivery." - LS, United Kingdom
"A little note to say thank your for the prompt and efficiency in dealing with my order. I am very happy with the purchase. Hopefully I will be able to use your service again soon." - AG, United Kingdom
"I just wanted to let you know that the hangers arrived safely this morning and that I'm delighted with them! ... Many thanks for such great service!" - CC, Scotland
"Thanks for your quick service" - KMcM, TX, United States
"Thank you very much for posting kits-you are extremely fast" - HCN, W.Midlands, United Kingdom
"I think your web site is excellent and the designs are delightful. I will certainly be visiting it again in the future" - VT, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for trying for me. I truly appreciate it!" - KD, OH, United States
"Many thanks for sending the chart so promptly and so well packed - and thanks for the free chart too! I shall look forward to doing business with you again." - BH, United Kingdom
"Received my order today. Super service . . . and top value for money." - HW, United Kingdom
"Just to let you know I have received [my kits] today ... . A truly smooth transaction and I thank you for your obvious belief in customer satisfaction." - SF, Australia
"Hello, received today, thank you for a very quick service.!" - CM, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for your help and personal attention. In an electronic world it’s great to do business with nice people!" - MG, United Kingdom
"Impressive service,will be ordering again soon." - RC, United Kingdom
"Just to say my patterns arrived this morning, thanks for such a quick service. I'll certainly look at your web site for my next project, yours is the best service ever received." - SJ, United Kingdom
"This order has now been received, thank you once again for your exceptional service." - EB, Australia
"Thank you so much for your very prompt service, 24hrs, and just what I was looking for after finding one in the U.S.A. Great web site, I'll be back!!" - JH, United Kingdom
"... my order arrived very promptly, was packed really well, and I appreciated the enclosed chart ... I was impressed with the quality of your kits and the design of your site. The page where one can try out different frames, etc. was great. Am so pleased to have found you ... Will no doubt be ordering from you again soon." - BB, United Kingdom
"... Many thanks for your help and efficent service. I shall certainly use your company again in the future." - GT, United Kingdom
"That's what I call service! The book arrived at 12 noon just as we were going out. Thank you very much for the quick delivery." - GR, United Kingdom
"Just wanted to say what wonderful service I have received from you. I placed my order on Thurs afternoon and it was delivered Friday 12 noon. Thanks very much." - RL, United Kingdom
"Just to thank you very much indeed for your prompt and efficient service. My Indian Bride cross-stitch arrived this morning and I only ordered it yesterday afternoon! I will certainly be recommending you to cross-stitching friends." - ML, United Kingdom
"My order arrived today. I am delighted with the kit and so very pleased with your service. Thank you." - SK, United States
"Wow! That was a speedy response ... Thanks again for the brilliant customer service." - NG, United Kingdom
"I received my cross stitch today and I would like to thank you for your communications and smooth transaction. I am very pleased and will certainly recommend you (I have already). Thank you very much." - SM, United Kingdom
"Thanks for the quick responses and I love your site." - LH, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for all your help you have really made my cross stitch adventure a lot easier!" - CC, United Kingdom
"... Your designs for cross stitch are great. I'm so happy that I have found you on the internet." - JS, United States
"... Thank you so much for braving the rain and airmailing them for me. I can hardly wait to get started. I will certainly let my 'stitcher' friends know about your fabulous stock and tremendous service." - LL, Canada
"Thank you for your quick service and order updates! Will be dealing with you again in future." - JT, Scotland
"Thank you for a very speedy delivery ..." - MV, United States
"I just want to say thank you for my order which arrived safely. An excellent, friendly and speedy service." - CL, United Kingdom
"Hi, I just wanted to 'Thank You' for your Excellent Service, Excellent Choice of items and most of all your Excellent Prices. I have now ordered a few items from you and more often than not they have arrived the very next morning. Yours is the first site that I visit if I ever want anything as I know that you are going to be the cheapest shop to purchase from and I dont have to worry about a thing once I have chosen and paid. Many thanks once again ... " - JC, Wales
"Good morning, I have just received the x stitch ordered from you. What a quick delivery. Can't wait to start on it. ..." - SB, New Zealand
"Thank you so much regarding my order of yesterday. I didn't order until 12.45 and I received my chart in this mornings post most impressive." - LP, United Kingdom
"Thank you so very much for your extremely prompt service. ... " - BB, United Kingdom
"Got it today brilliant thank you!!" - RH, United Kingdom
"Wow that was fast!! Thank you for my order which has just been posted through the letter box!!" - JA, United Kingdom
"Just to let you know that my Winter Robins kit arrived safely on Saturday, thank you very much for sending me this so promptly. I am delighted with the kit and have already made a start on it!" - SW, United Kingdom
"Wow! This [cross stitch kits] arrived three days after you sent it. Thanks. The Royal Mail has Canada Post beaten hands down." - SK, Canada
"Thank you for your swift despatch - book arrived safely this morning - your efficient service much appreciated - regards" - J&LB, United Kingdom
"Just a short message to say thanks for the speedy delivery of my package. I got it on the Tuesday after ordering on Saturday evening. Not bad going, especially where I live in the middle of nowhere! thanks again." - MW, United Kingdom
"Dear Arts and Designs people, today I received my order from you. It was so astoundingly quick and I want to thank you so much for your prompt efficient service." - RD, New Zealand
"Hoops arrived this morning. You are a star! Many thanks." - AE, United Kingdom
"We received our kits. They are beautiful. ... Thank you for great service!" - LC, United States
"Just wanted to say 'Thank You' so much once again for your excellent service. As always my item has arrived within 24 hours of ordering it, exactly what I ordered and in pristine condition. I wish all Craft Companies offered the same excellent service as you do. Many thanks once again and I`ll be back again no doubt very soon." - JC, United Kingdom
"Thank you very much for the incredibly fast shipment of the anniversary sampler I ordered!! I was hesitant to order outside the U.S. thinking it would take forever, but your company was superb in expediting my order. I wanted to find a very special sampler for my parents upcoming 50th anniversary. The pattern was exactly what I was looking for (after MUCH searching on the internet). Thanks again, and I will not hesitate to order from you in the future!! A very satisfied customer." - CMN, IN, United States
"Hi, thank you for super fast service. also free chart. delighted with my purchase, thank you." - JB, Wales
"Thank you for your prompt dispatch gratefully received today, Many thanks." - BA, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
"... I received my kit (Kool Kitty) from you on Tuesday after ordering it on Sunday. Thank you for the speed and efficiency in which you handled my order and also for the free chart which was a lovely surprise. Thank you once again." - KW, United Kingdom
"... Thanks again for your prompt service." - SW, NSW, Australia
"Just to say thank you so very much for your excellent, reliable service. My package arrived safely the day after I ordered." - HD, Durham, United Kingdom
"I was a little apprehensive about placing an order from the US to the UK, but when my order arrived just 4 days later I was ecstatic! Thank you for a speedy and no hassle delivery. I will definitely be shopping at Arts and Designs again." - KD, MD, United States
"Just to let you know that my order arrived today Monday. Thank you for the free-be and also for the efficient despatchment. When I finish the lovely design I will be looking at your site again." - MW, Lancashire, United Kingdom
"I have received my item today and I am very pleased with it and the service. I will return again and recommend you." - JC, Wales
"Many thanks for first class delivery service." - FR, New Zealand
"I don't know how you did it but to get my order to me within 24 hours is unbelievable. Thank you. I will certainly recommend you to friends and relatives." - AG, United Kingdom
"I just wanted to tell you how pleasantly surprised I was when I got home yesterday and this package had arrived - in less than a week! I have ordered things from local companies that took longer to get. I will definitely recommend you to all my friends! Thanks again for the friendly customer service and super fast delivery." - KB, PA, United States
"Hi There, I would like to say what a FANTASTIC Service you run as i only ordered my books yesterday, and i have just received them. ..." - CW, Jersey, United Kingdom
"... I am very impressed with your level of service, the Royal Mail and Canada Post! There is no doubt in my mind what I will be doing this evening, the first chance I get to sit down. The only hurdle I foresee is trying to decide which one to start on! Once again, thank you for making my shopping experience such a pleasant one." - DH, Canada
"thank you ever so much for my cross stitch hoop it came the next day fast delivery will be dealing with you in the near future thanks again" - NH, West Midlands, United Kingdom
"Thank you for you order which arrived here today. Your prompt service has been appreciated. I shall certainly recommend your products and web site to my fellow needleworkers here in Tasmania." - SC, Tasmania, Australia
"merci beaucoup pour votre livraison trés rapide. je n'hésiterai pas pour vous refaire une commande.....EXCELLENT....GENIAL...." - DM, France
"Hi, the patterns arrived earlier this week, amazingly quick! Thanks so much! " - EP, NSW, Australia
"I just wanted to thank you all for the prompt and excellent service and customer service I have received from you all. The items arrived yesterday. It is very rare to receive such good service and I will not hesitate to recommend you to others. Thanks again." - LG, Selkirkshire, United Kingdom
"Just a short note to thank you very much for ... your excellent service. I only ordered the kit on Monday afternoon and it was here when I arrived home from work on Tuesday. I shall certainly recommend you to others and I shall be returning to you for my next project. One very satisfied customer." - LR, Wales
"What amazing service! I received the chart of ballet shoes from you this morning -less than 24 hours after ordering. Thank you SO much. I'll definitely be back and recommend your service to others. I need the design for a twenty first birthday in less than 3 weeks - sure I'll make the deadline thanks to you. Thanks again." - KC, United Kingdom
"... Thank you very much for your very prompt and efficient service. First Class!! I shall be passing on your details to my sewing friends. Thanks again." - SS, Cambridgeshire., United Kingdom
"Thank you for sorting out my confusion over the website details as to whether this kit contained linen or evenweave fabric. My kit arrived this morning (next day) and is exactly what I hoped for. Also the additional information about the English character names was useful - it's many years since I read the books and I'm rather rusty!" - SG, Cheshire, United Kingdom
"j ai bien recu ma commande et transmis votre site a des amies les modeles sont tres beaux merci encore." - NB, France
"Just to say a big thank you for your excellent service. The kits I ordered arrived today, well in time for my holiday. ... Once again, many thanks and I shall definitely be using your company again." - SA, Herts., United Kingdom
"Just a quick note to say we have received the lamp and it is fabulous. I had a number of Easter Cards to make and a big plus point was that it arrived fully charged!!! Brilliant. Thank you:)" - LS, Bucks., United Kingdom
"I just had to write and thank you ever so much for your quick and prompt service. The kit arrived on 31st March. If we cannot find what we are looking for here in Canada, we will definitely be looking at your website. I would highly recommend your company to anyone who is asking me where they can purchase kits from the UK." - MP, BC, Canada
"Hi - Just wanted to let you know that I received my new order yesterday. I had forgotten to thank you for the lovely free patterns you've sent for cross stitch and/or needlepoint - they are so lovely. I can't tell you how much your special touches mean to me as a customer. It has been a pleasure buying from you." - EJ, Vermont, United States
"Thank you so much for your speedy and efficient service. I received my cross stitch pattern this morning, less than 24 hours after ordering. A true case of internet shopping at its best. The discount price of the kit, combined with the free postage made the transaction most appealing, but I never believed the kit would be here so quickly as an added bonus. Thank you again. I shall be recommending you!" - JG, Scotland, United Kingdom
"Dear Sir/Madam, I am amazed, astounded and gob-smacked over your quick service. I ordered only 5 days ago and today my pattern arrived here in Australia. Wow! Thanks, " - KG, Victoria, Australia
"Dear Arts and Designs, I just wanted to tell you that the things I ordered from you arrived today and I am VERY happy with them and your service. I will be ordering things from you again in the future! All the best," - HJ, Italy
"Thank you very much for my three sewing kits that arrived yesterday. I am very impressed with your good service and the trouble you went to with the Lanarte one. I look forward to using you again and recommending you to my stitching friends and family." - CB, United Kingdom
"Thanks for news letter. I have finished the wedding picture I got from you and the couple are thrilled to bits with it Again thanks for quick service." - SMcG, Scotland
"I wanted to thank your organisation for very prompt service. I placed an order on 1/5/09 and received the order delivered to my home in South Australia on the 6/5/09. I certainly will be ordering from you again in the future and will let friends and family know about your organisation." - GD, Australia
"Thanks delivery received today how very prompt. It's exactly what I wanted. Regards" - MB, United Kingdom
"Just a short note to let you know I received my cross stitch kit order and I am very pleased with it. I will definitely order from you again ... thank you." - JR, Ontario, Canada
"Hi: Just to thank you for the prompt delivery of the chart I ordered six days ago, and the complimentary rose chart. Appreciate the excellent service. " - JB, Canterbury, New Zealand
"I must tell you that your selection and prices are phenominal. I have just made my third purchase with you and am very happy with your service. ... Thank you for being so wonderful to deal with and for low prices that include shipping! You have made me an extremely satisfied customer." - MD, NY, United States
"Many thanks for your excellent service – I ordered the patterns yesterday ( a Bank Holiday) and they arrived this morning!!!!!!" - JC, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for a fantastic service! I only placed my order on Sunday and received it in the post today...service really doesn't get any better than that." - SO, Lancs., United Kingdom
"The item arrived at 11:30 this morning (Thurs), thank you for a very efficient service!" - RW, Lincs., United Kingdom
"The chart was received today. Thank you very much. I am very impressed by your service!" - JK, Herts., United Kingdom
"Thank you for your quick response. I am truly impressed with your customer service and will certainly use your web site again. ..." - PM, VA, United States
"Hi, I just wanted to thank you for the excellent service, I ordered a cross stitch kit and a it was delivered a couple of days later. I will definately use your site again. Thank very much." - DO, Cheshire, United Kingdom
"Thank you again for having such a wonderful web site and for having such wonderful customer service. I really can't say enough about how much you work for your customers. It is really obvious that client satisfaction is very important to Arts and Designs." - MM, Ontario, Canada
"Thank you so much for all your help. You have been especially prompt in answering my questions and helping me with this purchase – I am very happy with the service you have provided thus far. I have ordered the kit via the link you’ve provided. Thanks again." - MF, Nevada, United States
"I would like to thank you for your quick service and the extra cross stitch chart sent with compliments. The service was amazing at a great price - I will definitely use you again! Thank you so much!" - RC, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"DearSir/Madam, I just wanted to say thankyou. Im really impress at the speed my order arrived. Order placed mon with me the next day and great quality too! Thanks again,I won't hesitate to use your site again." - TM, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
"I received my order last week, and am thoroughly pleased with the high quality of the pattern as well as well as excellent customer service. Thank you, and I look forward to shopping with Arts and Designs again in the near future." - JR, Georgia, United States
"Just to let you know that I received my Siesta Lapman on Friday morning. Am thrilled to bits with it, especially as it is more organised and avoids multiple frames/bags etc and my husband actually approves!! ..." - GW, Merseyside, United Kingdom
"Today I received the cross stitch kit. And now I have seen it for real I find it even more wonderfull than I thought it would be. ... Thanks very much for your reactions on my e-mail too." - RN, Gelderland, Netherlands
"Hi, Just to let you know I received the kit you sent, I am very pleased with it, and the delivery was mega fast, I will be ordering more. Thanks." - CD, Herts., United Kingdom
"I received the floss Monday. Thank you so much for all your help. I truly appreciate it." - AP, VA, United States
"Just to say 'thank you' for the boxes which arrived today. They are perfect and thank you for shipping them so quickly!" - NS, Wales, United Kingdom
"I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for such excellent service I've received. An extremely fast response and being kept fully informed on the progress of my order is very much appreciated. When the product arrived, I have to say I am more that pleased with the product purchased and impressed with the standard of packaging too. Thank you again, and I certainly look forwards to purchasing from you again." - EC, Lancashire, United Kingdom
"What brilliant service. Order arrived safely, across the other side of the world, this morning. Very many thanks." - JW, Auckland, New Zealand
"I would like to tell you that I have received my order and I am very happy with my purchase. It was very quick and all packed well. Thank you so much and I will surely buy from you again." - GT, Malta
"I have this morning (Thursday) received the items I ordered on Tuesday! Thank you so much for such an excellent service. I shall certainly be ordering from you again." - MD, Cheshire, United Kingdom
"Many thanks for your great customer service, our order - your reference ... received with thanks." - FR, Wellington, New Zealand
"Just a note to say thank you for my kits. They arrived this morning. Very impressed with your service and would certainly use you again in the future." - SG, Bristol, United Kingdom
"I am writing to say THANK YOU for the prompt and efficient delivery of the cross stitch kits I ordered last week. They were in my letter box within 6 days. Great service, I will certainly be using your website for any future purchases." - EP, Christchurch, New Zealand
"The order has arrived today. We are very pleased with the way you work - Thank you very much." - FMC, Spain
"I just wanted to say thank you so much - the fabric arrived yesterday Friday September 4th. I cannot believe how quickly the order was processed and delivered and also how reasonably priced, the same fabric here would have cost me plus postage. Cant wait to start stitching!!" - BF, New South Wales, Australia
"Hi - Just wanted to say my cross stitch kit arrived today!! Only ordered it yesterday afternoon. Wonderful service. Thank you." - LA, Essex, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much. My Thai Lady kit arrived today. Am thrilled and can't wait to get working on it. Thank you so much for all your help and prompt delivery." - CS, BC, Canada
"Thanks for your fast and efficient system. My Permin kit arrived today and was just as described on your site ........ cant wait to get started on this new challenge! Will recommend you to my fellow stitching friends." - LB, SA, Australia
"Hi I just wanted to say a big thank you for the cross stitch kit I ordered yesterday afternoon. It arrived this morning, which is very impressive! ... Keep up the excellent service - I will definitely recommend you." - LL, Hampshire, United Kingdom
"Thank you for such a fast and friendly deal. Dictionary of Cats received one day after ordering." - BD, Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom
"I would like to thank you very very much for the excellent service that I have received from you after placing my order [for accessories] with you yesterday afternoon. I certainly did not expect to receive them this morning at 8.30am. I am one very pleased customer and have no hesitation in placing further orders with you." - CR, Shropshire, United Kingdom
"Just a quick note to thank you so much for my recent purchase, which arrived very quickly despite the postal strikes, and is absolutely gorgeous - it's a real treat to stitch." - DK, Lancashire, United Kingdom
"Received the package, thanks for the fast shipment." - JD, VA, United States
"Thank you so much for your prompt attention to my order. Patterns arrived today in perfect order as always. The Anticipation chart is even prettier in reality than it shows on your site, I am really looking forward to stitching it. One week to the other side of the world from ordering to receiving - Perfect Service!" - AMcK, Manukau, New Zealand
"The needle threaders arrived this morning. Thank you for taking so much trouble with such a small order. I won't forget! ... " - JB, Wales, United Kingdom
"Hi, I would like to thank you so very much for your incredible service, first class products and amazing prices. My sister has bought things from you and was over the moon, so I thought I would order. You people are totally awesome. My parcel only took 7 days to Australia fantastic. My friends will also be on line as they were so impressed by the service you gave me. Thank you once again." - BR, Queensland, Australia
"I have already received a message that my package has been dispatched and also already received adjustment on shipping cost through Paypal ... You offer incredible service and it is a real pleasure to use your website and to do business with you! Thanks a lot!" - AML, Quebec, Canada
"I just wanted to say thank you for your excellent service. My order arrived today and I was impressed with the inclusion of the DMC to Anchor conversion charts and the very nice bonus design. Thank you. I love the Rico Design products and you are now my favorite seller for these products. I look forward to purchasing from you in the future." - AP, Maryland, United States
"The postman delivered your package today and I am ever so pleased! That is amazingly fast service. ... I will keep Arts and Designs in mind next time I need a new needlework project. I appreciate your prompt, personal and friendly service." - LH, KS, United States
"Hi! I´m very satisfied with your service. Thank you! Also thank you for the free pattern I got along with my order." - AN, Sweden
"... Having recently purchased a Heritage kit from you, as also with a previous order I received an excellent speedy service at a very reasonable price, I would like to make my purchase of this newest kit from you too." - LR, West Sussex, United Kingdom
"Kia Ora from New Zealand! Thank you so much for your magnificent service. I just love the [blackwork kit] that I bought, will definitely carry on buying from you & recommend you to others. Can't wait for my new pattern to arrive." - MM, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
"... Great customer service, pleasure doing business with you." - LB, West Sussex, United Kingdom
"Thank you for super fast service. Very pleased with chart. Many thanks." - JB, Avon, United Kingdom
"Hi there, i received my parcel today and would just like to thank you so much for great service. Your site is the best i have found. Keep up the great work. Once again thank you so much." - RE, NSW, Australia
"I received my cross stitch kit in the mail yesterday. Thank you so much for your prompt and excellent customer service. I will definitely think of you the next time I wish to order something!" - BT, Ontario, Canada
"Remarkable service! Ordered Feb 22, received Feb 26 (in the South of France). Thank you!" - SC, France
"Hi, I just wanted to email to thank you for your wonderful service, so quick I couldn't believe it. I will definately be buying from yourselves again and recommend you to anyone I know who stitches. Thanks once again." - TW, Essex, United Kingdom
"Hello, I have just received the order below and wanted to let you know how absolutely awesome it is to receive these kits so quickly! Thanks," - SD, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand
"Hi Arts and Designs Team, I hope that this email finds you well! Thank you so much for sending my recent orders through so quickly - it's very much appreciated. ... Thanks again for sending the cross stitches and fabrics to me. All have arrived safe and sound. I look forward to purchasing lots more items from you in the future. (Wow, you have so many lovely things on your website!!)" - KW, ACT, Australia
"Good morning, ... My parcel has literally just arrived and I wanted to thank you for excellent service after a week of disappointing on line purchases. ... Kind regards," - AB, Essex, United Kingdom
"Good morning, I just wanted to let you know my cross stitch patterns arrived Wednesday - less than a week after ordering them. Excellent since they had to come to Canada. Thank you for your prompt service. My only problem - so many wonderful projects, so little time. Thank you once again." - JB, New Brunswick, Canada
"Thank you so much for your prompt delivery, cannot believe could receive an article ordered last Thursday and it arrived here in Wellington NZ today (Tuesday). I shall certainly spread the word. Again thank you for great service." - BH, New Zealand
"To whom it may concern, Thank you soooooooooo much. I can not believe how fast this kit reached me in Australia. I am so excited to do this kit for my nephews up coming wedding. Again thank you so much." - LH, NSW, Australia
"Dear Sir or Madam, RE:-Alpine Meadow cross stitch. Ordered yesterday 2-4-2010 at 15:15 Received today 3-4-2010 at 14:13. What WONDERFUL service. Thank you very much." - SM, Essex, United Kingdom
"I received your package this morning - really fast delivery! Thank you so much! This is my first purchase from your firm and it certainly won't be the last." - SWLB, Denmark
"Thank you for your great service my order arrived in 5 days to New Zealand.very much appreciated" - JL, Wellington, New Zealand
"Many thanks for my cross stitch chart. It arrived couple of days ago. Now I just have to save for the materials. Thanks again. Great service." - BS, Dorset, United Kingdom
"Hello! I just wanted to send you a quick note to say thanks for the great service. ... I came across your website after searching for an online source for cross-stitch kits a couple of years ago. Good prices, with shipping included, and both displayed on your site and charged in Canadian dollars - with prompt delivery - these are the reasons I keep coming back. Thanks again." - MG, Ontario, Canada
"Hello, I recieved my order this morning! I was so shocked and pleased! I will definately use you again!" - LC, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
"Many thanks for the book which I received next day. It is in excellent condition. Great service and great quality." - DD, London, United Kingdom
"I just wanted to let you know that I received this order in record time and am very happy with your service. I'll be sure to come back when I'm ready for additional patterns." - JW, MD, United States
"I just wanted to let you know my pattern arrived today in fantastic condition. Your service was better and faster than many companies here in America. I will be sure to purchase from you again. Thank you so much for all of your assistance!" - KL, CA, United States
"Normally I do not buy things online from a site that has not been referred to me by a friend but when I was looking for a specific kit I found your site first. After comparing your prices to others I found that yours was the best buy so I decided to take a chance. I was extremely happy when I received my kits today. They are terrific and I will definitely buy from your company in the future. Thank you so much! Kind regards " - MB, Netherlands
"I would like to acknowledge receipt of the cross stitch kit I ordered and to thank you very much for your efficient and speedy service. If only the plumbers, electricians and contractors in this world were as efficient as you, we would all be living in paradise!!! Sincerely," - DMcC, OH, United States
"Just to let you know the chart arrived safely on friday - what great service!!! I shall recommend you to all, and will order again." - JLW, Ourique, Portugal
"OH.MY.GOSH!! I am beyond impressed with my recent cross-stitch purchase from your company! In every way, I can only register complete delight! The speedy delivery (barely a week from order to in my mailbox - here in the Canadian Rockies) to the design itself (totally adorable - Animal Alphabet - Bothy Threads - a "gift" I'm creating) to the detailed, easy-to-navigate instructions and pattern (two versions!) - all I can say is "wow." Most impressive is the "organization" of the kit itself, especially the threads. Talk about a wonderful treat: to have everything quite literally "at my fingertips" so all I needed to do was add an embroidery hoop, find a comfortable chair and...sew. Thank you for your exceptional service and product. I'll definitely be a "repeat" customer. All the best," - CM, Alberta, Canada
"Hi I would just like to say thank you for the very fast delivery of my cross stitch kit,and for keeping me informed about the delivery its much appreciated, and the kit is beautiful. I wish more companies were like you, its been a pleasure buying from you and I will be looking at more kits from your site in the near future kind regards" - CO, Cornwall, United Kingdom
"Thank you for your fast service. I received my order today. Five days from order date to delivery and that included the week-end. WOW!!!" - PH, NH, United States
"I am delighted to receive my order today. Thanks. Definitely I will be ordering another one soon." - SSL, Canterbury, New Zealand
"Good morning, I received this item thank you. Ordered and payed on the 29th and it arrived to me on the 5th from the other side of the world. Most impressed and very much appreciated. Well done. cheers and many thanks" - JG, Pukekohe, New Zealand
"On Sunday afternoon 10th April I placed an order on line. On Tuesday morning 13th April I had taken delivery of this order. Dumfries to Oxford within one working day BRILLIANT! From ... - a very satisfied customer." - KJB, Oxford, United Kingdom
"On April 21st I ordered one book from Amazon, two books from Amazon Marketplace - US, and one book from you. Yours was coming the farthest and arrived first! Thanks for great service" - TB, Tennessee, United States
"thank you for my order,it arrived today,always fast service,will recommend to family and friends. thank you for excellent service," - NP, West Midlands, United Kingdom
"Your service is excellent - I have ordered from you before and will continue to do so!! Thanks again!" - DM, Vancouver, Canada
"Thank you for your incredibly prompt service. I live in a small remote area in the North of NZ and it is amazing to receive your products as quickly as I do. Just grand. " - JF, Kaeo, New Zealand
"Thank you so much for the impressively speedy arrival of my order. I can't wait to get started on the beautiful Vierlande 1826 sampler. Best regards" - LM, CA, United States
"Hello. I just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know I think you're company is awesome!! I ordered this pattern last week and it arrived today. UK to Canada in under a week...all I have to say is wow. The supplier here where I live doesn't even get her shipments that fast from the US. I will definitely be shopping with you again. Thanks again." - CB, Ontario, Canada
"Hello. Gosh I am amazed I only ordered my kit yesterday afternoon and it has just arrived! Thank you so much for such quick service, I certainly know where to go when I want my next one. Kind Regards" - PW, IOM, United Kingdom
"Just received my order of a kit. 10 working days to Australia and exactly as described. Ref ... Thank you so much, I am really looking forward to making it and giving it to my godsons new brother or sister :-) " - FBW, Victoria, Australia
"Much to my amazement , and pleasure, I received this morning delivery of the kit I ordered yesterday. Your efficient and prompt handling my of order is appreciated." - AC, Highland, United Kingdom
"I had to comment on the speedy delivery in which you sent me my order. I have ordered from yourselves before and I have been delighted in your website, the choice off designs, packaging and also the speedy delivery. I am also chuffed with the freebie x.stitch chart which I really like and I can see myself stitching in the future (or take on my hols). Thank you very much." - GM, Stirling, United Kingdom
"Dear Sales Ordered Ref ... yesterday 16th June Arrived Fri 17th June Thank you very much Highly delighted will use you again." - Mrs SS, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"They've just arrived and I'm thrilled. What fabulous efficiency on your part.....well done....pity more businesses are not as competent as you. Many thanks" - EA, Worcs., United Kingdom
"Hi Anne, Oh, that is too bad! It's such a unique piece compared to most birth samplers. Oh well! Thank you so much for keeping in touch with me about this. Regardless, I have been impressed with both your prices and your service, so I will be sure to order from your company in the future. I've passed word around to my stitching friends as well. Thanks and take care," - KS, NY, United States
"Thank you very much for sending my order so speedily! I received it today, and the designs looked even lovelier than on the site. I shall enjoy embroidering this! Also many thanks for the complimentary design of the rose. This was quite a surprise, and I love roses. I have bookmarked your site, so no doubt I shall become a returning customer! With kind regards," - JE, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
"Thank you for sending my cross stitch so promptly. It arrived to-day." - VS, CA, United States
"I am just writing to say a huge "THANK YOU" for the speed with which you have despatched my order! ( Cross stitch kit ) I only ordered it yesterday afternoon as a gift for a friend and she received it first thing this morning! Incredible service. We are both delighted. Thank you so much. I shall definitely be using your company again. Kind regards," - LH, North Wales, United Kingdom
"Amazingly quick shipment, I received today items I ordered a couple of days ago. Thank you for thread conversion." - AN, Vääksy, Finland
"Hi, I just wanted to say thank you for the service on Order no. - ... which arrived this morning. Within 24 hours of the order being placed! Funny how companies within a 20 mile radius of me can't get orders delivered as quickly. Thanks again - I will, of course, be back for more in due course. Kind regards," - CG, Gloucs., United Kingdom
"I just got my order today - exactly as described. Talk about super fast shipment to Canada. You guys are fantastic!! " - LM, Saskatchewan, Canada
"Thank you for the promptness with which you dealt with my order I received it today." - CC, Waterford, Ireland
"Just to let you know that I received the kits today. Thank you for such prompt service." - LG, Ontario, Canada
"Dear Sir/Madam, I've received the Kit: Jon Clayton - Anne Hathawaty's Cottage - 27 count Evenweave cross-stitch (JCAC922), send to Brisbane Australia. I thank you very much. Have a nice day." - AM, Brisbane, Australia
"Thank you so much for your fabulous service and quick response. My kit arrived today after ordering it yesterday, I am so excited about starting it that I have had it all out already - and the post only arrived 10 minutes ago! Thanks again" - AP, Bristol, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for the wonderful price and free shipping on the J.C. Meyer sampler. I am absolutely delighted with it and have book marked your site. It took just a few days to arrive, hardly any longer than when I buy an item in the states!" - BW, MO, United States
"Thanks for your very fast and good service, you have a loyal customer! ♥" - LT, Quebec, Canada
"I have now experienced what your other customers are talking about! SUPER FAST POSTAGE! Yes it's true! Not only are your prices very competitive but the shipping speed is amazing - Many Thanks" - MS, Hants., United Kingdom
"Thanks for your prompt delivery and great packaging" - HB, Ontario, Canada
"Re: Order No. ... This is to let you know that the above order arrived safely today and we are more than happy with the product. We are sure that we will make use of your service at another time. Kindest regards." - BS, Victoria, Australia
"Frame and chart ordered 02/09/11 yesterday . Arrived 03/09/11 beautifully wrapped ( both items ) today! I don't know how you did it but very much appreciated. Certainly order again .Regards" - IC, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom
"Dear Sir/Madam, Having ordered my kit on Tuesday, and I was so pleased when I received it the next morning! Thank you very much for such a great service, and thank you for the free chart, it's beautiful! Kind Regards," - CG, Bucks., United Kingdom
"I received the two kits today, well before I expected them. Thank you so much for your great service!!" - AS, IL, United States
"Good Morning (in Australia), thank you ever so much for my alpaca cross stitch - he has arrived safe and sound this morning. I am sooo looking forward to getting him started. Best regards" - RP, SA, Australia
"Thank you for your recent very prompt service and for the rose chart that you included. Regards," - BA, Devon, United Kingdom
"... A response on a Sunday AND a free pack of needles? That has to be the most fabulous service ever - thank you so very much! I'll race straight over to checkout before you change your mind ;o) Warmest wishes and many thanks" - JS, Highland, United Kingdom
"I placed my first order with you yesterday afternoon and it arrived this morning. What excellent service. I am very impressed! thank you " - AF, Merseyside, United Kingdom
"Dear arts and designs, I ordered some linen from you yesterday and it arrived this morning! You guys are amazing,what service! Thank you very much,will definitely use your web site again! Many thanks" - TG, Surrey, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for promptly sending order (). It was received on Saturday and I look forward to stitching it in the future." - NH, MA, United States
"Dear Arts and Designs! I got the fabric (Linda 27 count Zweigart) on Monday. It is exactly what I was looking for. I am very grateful that you helped me to make the right choice. And the delivery was super quick:) happy. Thank you very much! Regards," - OB, ON, Canada
"Hello, I'd just like to thank you for my recent order. It arrived super quick and the refund from the postage was greatly appreciated. Thank You, " - CK, Manchester, United Kingdom
"Just wanted to let you know that the cross stitch arrived on October 21st in great shape. Thank you so much for your promptness! Look forward to doing business with you in the future." - GB, ME, United States
"I just had to email to say how impressed I am with the service. The order was placed mid morning yesterday and I received it today and I am certain the price could not be matched by any other retailer. Many thanks - I will certainly be buying items from you in future." - SJ, Suffolk, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for your fine service. What a life saver you are. I started this blanket when my grand daughter was born 12 years ago and decided to try to finish it. Needless to say I lost the pattern. So thank you very much for your having this booklet and your outstanding customer service." - LP, PA, United States
"Can I please say a big thank u my order arrived yesterday! Wow Scotland to Norfolk in less than 24 hours. I am impressed and will look at ur website again and recommend u 2 friends. It's unusual these days 2 get good friendly service" - DP, Norfolk, United Kingdom
"Hi, my order arrived today. Thank you for the prompt service. If you ever have the narrow banding like what it used in the kits I would be very interested in price and ordering." - GS, NV, United States
"I ordered a Sonata seat stand on Wednesday and your web site said to expect a delay in despatch. Today is Saturday and my stand has been delivered. Thank you for such good service." - MKF, Northumberland, United Kingdom
"Received my Hardanger pattern order ... Fantastic service, and delivery Many thanks Regards" - WGS, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
"Hi, The Thea Gouverneur Honey Bee and Bumble Bee Counted Cross Stitch Kits arrived today. They are lovely! Thank you for your great prices and fast service." - KM, PA, United States
"Hello!! I just ordered a cross stitch from you last week and I got it yesterday (I live in Texas). Just wanted to let you know how impressed I am with the fast shipping/service! It arrived quicker than most things I've ordered in the USA :)" - CD, TX, United States
"Hi received the parcel this afternoon, thank you both so much for the help, and the additions you gave us for free. It's 10.30 at this time and (my wife) is coming to the end of the first square inch, Thank you again, I have a happy wife for Christmas." - AM, South Ayrshire, United Kingdom
"Dear all, the kits arrived today. Thank you very much!!! It's always a pleasure to buy from you!" - MR, Netherlands
"Hello. I'm in South Korea. I've got kit(lanrte kit-call) yesterday. Thank you for fast shipping.:)" - YK, South Korea
"Thank you ever so much. Ordered Friday afternoon. Delivered Saturday morning. An excellent service." - IT, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
"J'ai bien recu ma commande aujourd'hui Merci" - EG, France
"Just to let you know my parcel arrived this morning at 8.15am. Thank you for your excellent service. I shall be busy now making gifts for the Craft Fairs we organise supporting our local cancer charity. Thank you once again. Best wishes" - JC, United Kingdom
"Thank you for a fantastic service, I shall be using you again ..." - PB, East Sussex, United Kingdom
"Arts and Design, My order arrived, and thank you, and I look forward to the continued enjoyment of your favor today. Sincerely," - KS, Japan
"sorry for not getting back to you earlier. i received my order the following day so thanks very much." - WMcD, Down, United Kingdom
"What excellent service! Goods arrived within 24 hours of ordering." - TL, Surrey, United Kingdom
"Many thanks for the sending me the order which I placed with you yesterday, and also for the rose cross stitch pattern which you kindly enclosed. The two bee cross stitch kits arrived today and look perfect. Thanks for the excellent service. Best of wishes" - MG, Devon, United Kingdom
"Dear Friends, I've got my order today! :-) Just wanna say you MANY THANKS for your work! As before, I've got it very fast. I'm very thankful and glad for your service! Warm regards and best wishes to Arts and Designs!" - MK, Denmark
"I am so impressed because I made my order on Jan 20th and received it on Jan 30th--that's overseas in less time than it takes for items I order from the US. Wow! Thank you, I can't wait to start stitching!" - LW, SK, Canada
"I received the 2 pairs of Brass Bellpull Hangers today! Thank you for your prompt delivery." - CB, IL, United States
"Hello again, Just to say many thanks for the phone call to clarify the message and for an excellent service. Very impressed. Regards" - JL, Highland, United Kingdom
"Thank You Received my parcel this morning excellent service and delivery Thank You very much" - BS, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"Thank you for your prompt delivery, my order arrived today Monday, Regards" - GM, Victoria, Australia
"Hi, I just wanted to say a big thank you for sending my order so quickly, I only ordered it on Monday evening and it arrived in the post today - that is what I call excellent service! Thanks again, kind regards" - DC, West Sussex, United Kingdom
"Thank You so much for the quick delivery of the fabric I ordered from you, fantastic service and great prices :o)" - SP, East Sussex, United Kingdom
"Hi, Just want to say thank you. I just received my package yesterday, just in time for the delivery aims given to me. Generally, I'm very satisfied with the cross-stitch kits from John Clayton except for the colour (it appear much lighter that shown). It has a big, easy to read chart with clear instructions given. And thanks again for the free chart by Anne Peden as it was a pleasant surprise for me. Regards," - TYH, Malaysia
"Brilliant service. Item received less than 24 hours after ordered. Thanks " - CD, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"This is just to let you know I received today the cross stitch kit I ordered with you. Thank you so much for your quick despatch." - MC, NY, United States
"Thank you for the seamless and fast service, order placed late Tuesday night, dispatch email received by close of business Wednesday and arrived in the post Thursday morning. Couldn't have asked for better." - RS, Cheshire, United Kingdom
"Thank you so much for such prompt, superb service. Received my aida this morning!! Much appreciated." - SR, East Sussex, United Kingdom
"Many, many thanks for sending my order (Santa, Wine bottle aprons) so quickly. I ordered it on Wednesday afternoon and it was here [at my home] in Wales with the post the following morning. Amazing service!!!! Thank you once again." - SK, Flintshire, United Kingdom
"thank you so much for sending the kit to my granddaughter so quickly, she phoned and is thrilled with it, so thank you for making one little girl so happy" - KT, Suffolk, United Kingdom
"Hi. Just to say Thank you When i got home today there was my Parcel my Cross Sticth. Very Impressed that i got my Cross Sticth so quick only 2 days.I ordered the Home Sweet Home. Thank You." - EG, Norfolk, United Kingdom
"Hello! Just wanted you to know that my order arrived already. It is a great pattern, and I cannot wait to begin. I will make a second as a gift. Thank you so much for your creativity and the good service." - JL, IN, United States
"Hi there I received the gorgeous Gydpsy Girl kit Friday and the Sympony Frames today - pretty good time from the UK to Australia these days. Completely happy with my purchases as always you are wonderful people to do business with. Cheers" - SL, QLD, Australia
"Hello, I'd just like to thank you for your fantastic service in getting my pattern book to me so quickly and efficiently! cheers " - CT, Surrey, United Kingdom
"Just wanted to let you know that I received my pattern today, thanks so much. Look forward to doing business with you again." - PW, KS, United States
"Embroidery kit received today in New Zealand - excellent service, many thanks!" - BS, Auckland, New Zealand
"I just wanted to say thank you. I placed an order at the weekend, and am delighted at the speed at which my package was sent out. Not only did my order arrive quickly, everything was really well packaged and your stock is the best priced I have found on the internet. I will definitely be shopping with you again." - SB, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
"Wow that's what i call speedy delivery Could not believe my lavender pattern came the day after i ordered that's brilliant service Thank you" - JW, Lancashire, United Kingdom
"Hi just to thank you order arrived this morning only ordered yesterday . Excellent service ." - LH, Lincs., United Kingdom
"I ordered the Spanish dancer cross stitch kit on April 24 2012. I was amazed how fast I got my order. I am very happy! Thanks for the great service!" - DS, TX, United States
"Parcel arrived today without any problems, and thank you for the postage refund, really impressed with your customer service!" - SR, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
"Bonjour, Ma commande est bien arrivée et j'en suis très contente, Merci" - EG, France
"Thank you so much my floss arrived today and I will now be able to finish my project. I would like to say that I am very impressed with your after sales help and will definitely be buying from you again. From a very satisfied customer" - MH, Spain
"Hello! Thanks you so much for your prompt service. I have received my x stitch chart of The Golden Gate Bridge this morning. Again many thanks." - MS, West Yorks., United Kingdom
"Thank you very much for my Beatrix Potter cross stitch pattern which I received today. Excellent service! Regards" - BE, Kent, United Kingdom
"I have received my chart I ordered yesterday ,what excellent service 24 hour from placing order to receiving the chart. I will certainly use your company again and pass your name on to like minded friends. Thank you" - VB, Yorks., United Kingdom
"Dear Arts and Designs, Just a note of thanks and to let you know the cross stitch arrived yesterday (Thursday). It was very well packed and in perfect condition and thank you so much for your prompt despatch. Yours sincerely" - DS, QLD, Australia
"votre envoi est arrivé aujourd'hui. merci beaucoup pour la rapidité! amitiés." - DH, France
"Hi there - my bell pulls arrived this morning. Many thanks for your wonderful service." - MH, Norfolk, United Kingdom
"Just home from a short vacation and my new Sonata Seat Frame was waiting for me at the Post Office. Just put it together, looks very well made, and I will give it a try this weekend. Very excited to try it. Very impressed with the quick delivery. Thanks" - AM, MN, United States
"I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful, prompt service I received on my order. I've been looking for the Thea Gouverneur black St. Petersburg cross stitch kit for a while and found your website when browsing. Your price was great and I was pleased at how quickly I received my order. I know that I'm going to have many hours of cross stitch fun with this kit! Thanks again for your quality service." - KK, IN, United States
"Just wanted to say a big THANK YOU for the prompt manner in which you filled my order. I just ordered three more kits and I am sure this will not be my last order. Its refreshing to find a dealer that delivers exactly what is promised. Also the directions in the kit were very detailed and left nothing to guess work. Thanks again to my newly found friends across the pond." - MD, CA, United States
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"I have received my chart I ordered yesterday ,what excellent service 24 hour from placing order to receiving the chart. I will certainly use your company again and pass your name on to like minded friends. Thank you" - VB, Yorks., United Kingdom
"Dear Arts and Designs, Just a note of thanks and to let you know the cross stitch arrived yesterday (Thursday). It was very well packed and in perfect condition and thank you so much for your prompt despatch. Yours sincerely" - DS, QLD, Australia
"Just wanted to say a big THANK YOU for the prompt manner in which you filled my order. I just ordered three more kits and I am sure this will not be my last order. Its refreshing to find a dealer that delivers exactly what is promised. Also the directions in the kit were very detailed and left nothing to guess work. Thanks again to my newly found friends across the pond." - MD, CA, United States