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Nicki Phillips reviewed: Introduction to Traditional Leaded Stained-Glass Course, 2 days

"Excellent two day course with a piece to take home that I am proud off. Course was well paced with plenty of explanation and help. Would recommend to anyone wanting to learn about traditional stained glass making."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Patrina reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"We had a great time learning how to glass-blow an amazing Christmas bauble. Chris was very patient and explained things very clearly. We are so pleased with our baubles and can’t wait to hang them on our Christmas tree. Highly recommend. "

Rebecca Loveridge reviewed: Lantern Making with Fused Glass

"Wendy was a friendly host who was happy to help and advise you on this corse. We enjoyed our small group putting our artistic skills to the test. Can't wait to see the final product."

S J Went reviewed: Come Frame With Me - Making your own Picture Frame

"Ady was a wonderful, thorough and informative tutor. I really enjoyed his framing course, his attention to detail was second to none and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the course to anyone interested in picture framing. His wife’s soup was superb too! "

Studio 93 Framing responded:

"Thank you Steven, a pleasure to host you for the day. Best of luck with all your framing endeavours in the future! "

Wendy and Dave reviewed: Confidence with tools for DIY beginners

"We thoroughly enjoyed our day with tutor Matt Boyson on the 'Confidence with tools' course. We learnt how to operate a drill, a saw, and sealant gun, and had hands on practice with all three. Matt is a friendly/easy going guy, with an abundance of knowledge, and was extremely patient. We highly recommend this course, and would like to pass on our thanks to Matt for a great day."

matt boysons responded:

"Hey Wendy and Dave. Thank you for the review, that was very kind of you and I'm chuffed that you got a lot from the course. All the best over Christmas. Matt"

Anil Sahal reviewed: Blacksmithing course - spend a day in the forge

"A fantastic course, led by a very patient and generous teacher (Richard Bent). He gave clear instructions, demonstrated the use of various tools from hand hammers, tong, gas and induction forges and power hammers. We were led through the process of making a couple of easy projects, how to draw out and round rectangular sectioned bars. Richard was a delightful, down-to earth person to chat with during our breaks, replete with knowledge and anecdotes and we all felt safe under his watchful eye. He made this experience absolutely brilliant!"

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"It was a pleasure to meet you Anil, and really pleased you enjoyed your day. Thank you for your review. Kind regards Richard "

Lisa Robinson reviewed: Snail painting workshop

"Spent a wonderful afternoon painting my snail, and can’t wait to see the finished result. Saz was very busy with lots of people, all working on different projects, but everyone was looked after and it was a fun and social afternoon. Thank you. I look forward to attending another class in the future."

Saz's Ceramics & Crafts responded:

"Thank you so much Lisa! I can't wait to see how Shelley turns out! Looking forward to seeing you soon. Saz "

Shirley Green reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A fabulous workshop for beginners with no experience. My niece and I made large baskets with patient guidance of Jon. We didn't think we'd get it finished as we were slow on the base of the baskets but once onto the side it was a lot quicker and could see our progress. I would definitely recommend this course, once we had done the course we would be able to do another more advance item. Coffee, tea and flapjacks were provided throughout the day, we paid £7 for a hot lunch which was a pot pie choice of mushroom, spinach and lentil of cauliflower cheese fillings along with a selection of hot vegetables followed by an apple, blackberry and blackcurrant crumble pie all delicious."

Karen reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"Just finished my 5th term and thoroughly enjoying every class. Martin is a very approachable teacher - checking in with everybody throughout the class to make sure we are not going off track! He is always happy to answer questions and help/advise as needed. It’s great to be able to make our own designs in either stained glass or tiffany glass - and seeing what everyone else is doing is inspirational. The studio is always well stocked with wonderful glass to purchase. Thanks Martin - looking forward to next term already!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"So glad you are enjoying the course, thank you for the great review."

Mark Gough reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"Really enjoyed the workshop and would highly recommend it. The tutor was patient, explained the steps clearly, and was on hand when things were not going as planned. Very happy with my new board and will definitely be doing another course. "

Tracy Hewitt reviewed: Willow Christmas stars workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"The workshop was great fun! A small group so not noisy or overwhelming, tea available to help yourself to when you wanted to. Vicky was incredibly welcoming and also very patient and helpful to us willow weaving novices. Three hours was enough time (with a lot of help from Vicky) to make a large star, a reindeer and a mini Christmas tree, so very satisfying to turn up at home with all of my goodies. Thank you for a wonderful morning Vicky. "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Tracy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the session! Best wishes Vicky "

Karen reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"A really enjoyable day! Martin is a great teacher and adapts his teaching to people’s experience. For those like myself with experience of working with glass, Martin was happy to allow us to create our own designs and advised as and when needed. For those with little or no experience he performed demonstrations and provided step by step clear guidance. Lots of lovely glass and bits and pieces to choose from to decorate with. Everyone, however experienced, made lots of decorations and had a really great day. Thanks Martin - will be booking on some more courses for sure!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, I'm really glad you enjoyed the day."

Nicky Edwards reviewed: Mosaic in a Frame Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Oxfordshire

"Such an enjoyable workshop. Karen was a very knowledgeable tutor and took us through the various techniques and materials we could use to make our mosaic. I was delighted with the results and now have the confidence to try it out at home. "

Helena Beaumont reviewed: Seasonal decorations for 2 people

"Fantastic course with a very knowledgeable Stevie who supported us and made it a really enjoyable experience!! ☺️ thanks "

Stevie Davies responded:

"It was fun! Thanks for coming over and arranging the surprise for your mum. I'll be in touch about the fired decorations soon! :)"

C Hewitt reviewed: Christmas fused glass lantern making with Chan Foy

"I really enjoyed this course. Chan is a great teacher. She is very patient and explains things in a way that is easy to understand. She has created a warm, friendly, creative space, and I would happily attend another one of her courses. There was a huge variety of glass colours and shapes and frits to use. We were also taught how to score and break glass safely. I was very pleased with the beautiful Christmas lantern I made."

Jane Lund reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"Loved the carving course, Helen was kind and patient as I hacked my way through a nice piece of sandstone, helping me position the chisels and showing me time and again how to hold them - it's a bit like learning to use a pencil for the first time and I won't pretend it's easy but it is really enjoyable and I'm going to carry on in the hope that one day I'll be able to produce something decent."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you for your great review. I hope to see you again Jane."

Lisa reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed the whole day. Emma is so lovely. Workshop was fun and informative. Relaxed atmosphere, coffee, biscuits & mince pies - a lovely welcome. Would highly recommend."

Lesley reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed the session having never made any felt crafts before. Wonderful experience and very therapeutic with the stabbing! Lunch included and provided with plenty of drinks!"

Mandy reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"It's been a lovely, lovely day! Very informative, relaxed and creative. Experienced tutor who was very generous with materials, time and patience. Excellent instruction so that you could continue with this activity at home."

Sheela reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed it!. Emma you were very patient, I haven't done anything like this before. The added extras such as biscuits, mulled wine & mince pies were a lovely touch - made it special!"

Susan reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"It was a lovely experience, suitable for beginners and those who have felted before. Tuition and takeaway instructions were both very good."

Annette reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Another fantastic workshop. Perfectly paced giving time to finish each step and go away with a finished wreath. Really enjoyable day. Thank you."

Jenny reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Had a lovely morning learning how to make felted decorations/ animals. Really relaxed and friendly environment and lots of coffee and cake to add the enjoyment. An added bonus was the learning about felting and the expert tuition from Barbara. Highly recommend and thank you Barbara for such a great experience. "

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I am happy that you had a lovely experience. Your needle felted Santa looked great and really fun too . Maybe a large hare next time ! :-))"

Mellissa and Matthew reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Really welcoming and explained the whole process. You get to be far more involved here than at other locations and get to create a bauble unique to you! Both were super friendly and patient. Will definitely going back! Thank you so much for a lovely experience, allowing us to create baubles for our first Christmas in our first home. So special and will be treasured "

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Melissa, lovely to meet you and Mathew. Wishing you all the best on your first Christmas in your new home. Regards Steve and Angie "

Louise C reviewed: Lino printing Christmas card workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing, creative day in Penny’s wonderful studio setting making lino prints to make into my very own Christmas cards. "