Latest reviews

Shantelle reviewed: Sugarcraft Classes 4 week course online via Zoom

"Brilliant sugar-craft course, detailed video tutorials and friendly tuition by Purnima. I’m really impressed with the models I’ve created and would never have thought I could without Purnima’s help. Made some lovely friends on the zoom course and look forward to carrying on. Would highly recommend."

Shantelle reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"Highly recommend this course with Purnima, it was my first time doing a watercolour course on zoom and it was amazing. Clear video tutorial with step by step live demonstrations made it achievable, interactive and fun. I’m really proud of my work so far in my watercolour sketchbook and look forward to carrying on. Would recommend to anyone wanting to try something new! Thank you"

Luke Bohanna reviewed: Taster pottery throwing lesson (various dates)

"I was booked into a Taster course with Jack as a birthday present back in 2019. I wasn't able to use my voucher at all in 2020 due to lockdowns but Jack was really accomodating and made sure we had a session booked in even though my voucher had expired. I had such a great afternoon with Jack! He was extremely welcoming and made the session really enjoyable for my first ever pottery throw. He gave clear guidance throughout the whole session. The studios are beautiful and I fully recommend anyone wanting to pottery throw to book in with Jack and Loam. A 5* experience!"

Cilla Whitewood reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"This watercolour course is excellent. Purnima is a great teacher, informative, encouraging and friendly. I have learnt much about watercolour techniques and I enjoy every session."

Michele Puziak reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"These courses are excellent.I have learnt so much in such a short time , and I feel encouraged to continue as it is so interesting. I find watercolour so relaxing."

Joanna Smith reviewed: Needle felt a blue tit (Midday on Fridays and 3pm on Saturdays)

"This was my second online workshop with Gwen and as per my first experience, it was fun, relaxed and of a high quality. I'm very happy with the resulting item and will be looking out for Gwen's next workshop. Thanks Gwen! Xx"

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Hi Joanne, Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was great seeing you again and I am very much looking forward to seeing your future makes! Best wishes, Gwen :) xx"

James Alexander reviewed: Woodworking joints - Intermediate woodwork furniture building course.

"I really enjoyed my mortice and tenon course, the course also includes useful tips and tequniques alongside these joints. Ive already started using my new skills, highly recommended."

Jane reviewed: First steps in crochet - Live online tuition with kit

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Lucy was really friendly and easy going. Very clear instructions meant that I was able to crochet by the end of three absorbing hours. Loved it! Many thanks"

The Creators Hideaway responded:

"Aww thanks Jane, once again I enjoyed teaching yet another willing participant and our 3 hours flew by. I’m glad you have started a craft which is indeed absorbing and so easy to fall in love with. Happy crocheting ?"

Lizy Gardner reviewed: Live Online Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop with Posted Materials

"Thank you for a really well organised and enjoyable course. Everything arrived in the post in good time and Alice sent reminders and clear instructions on how to join and what we needed. I really liked how we could all move at different paces as you explained the next steps whenever anyone needed to hear them - meant there was no pressure. I hope to join you again soon :)"

Sue reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"The woodland setting is lovely and the workshop uses clever ideas such as 3 legged tree trunk stand to work the stones on. Sebastian has a wealth of knowledge and experience of stone carving from around the world. There is an array of tools, many of which Sebastian had made himself and using them on a spare piece of stone was the best way to learn what marks they could make. Then it was choosing your stone from the many scattered around, making a clay model of your design and making a start. Sebastian was on hand with advice when you needed him. It was very relaxed and totally absorbing. I have been inspired to do more and highly recommend the course."

Claire reviewed: Live Online Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop with Posted Materials

"Would really recommend to anyone as a group activity with friends or on your own to channel your inner creative spirit. Alice was great, a really lovely and patient instructor.”, particularly good at working with people at different speeds (I was slow on picking it up but was flying by the end). Really enjoyable, thanks Alice."

Stavroula reviewed: Live Online Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop with Posted Materials

"I enjoyed the 2 hour pot hanger class thoroughly. Alice was amiable and an excellent teacher. she made it feel effortless and the two hours passed very fast. The instructions were clear and once you got into a rhythm, it was very therapeutic. The result was terrific and the whole process absolutely satisfying. I would recommend it."

Joyce Misrahi reviewed: Resin Art Adventures

"It was a great class. It was my first zoom class. Lou is a great teacher and was very easy to follow all her instructions. Am looking forward to doing more online classes."

Resin8 responded:

"Thank you Joyce! It was a pleasure having you and we're so glad you enjoyed the class! x"

Laura reviewed: 'Bag in a Day' Practical Leather Course - Rucksack/ Backpack

"The build a bag course was one of the best things I have done all year. It was so cool choosing the colour combinations and using the expert machinery and tools. Georgie was warm and friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed and laid back. I was amazed how much we achieved in just one day. People always comment on my beautiful backpack. Next I’m going to do the make a wallet in a day course. I thoroughly recommend these unique and special courses."

Hands of Tym responded:

"Thanks Laura it was great to have you and your bag is amazing!!"

Katie reviewed: Card Collagraph Printing at Home

"Being introduced to collagraph on Scarlett’s course opened up so many more ways of mark making for me. It was so exciting to receive the materials box before the course, which was beautifully packaged. The guided videos were ideal to refer back to whilst making and experimenting, and Scarlett showed different ways of using the techniques and examples of other artists use of collagraph. I found Scarlett to be extremely knowledgeable about printmaking. Her approachable and fun style of teaching really showed it was possible to print at home with ease and to have meaningful experience online with the live video sessions, which I loved. It truly felt like being in a workshop working alongside people."

Chis reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"Was a really good day, very enjoyable and ted was very knowledgeable about guitars and luthiery. Excellent learning to use tools like the band saw, table router, drills, scrapers and sanders. Ted takes you through each step and has some great tips and tricks. The instument was excellent and finished to a high standard even though it was only done in one day. Thanks to ted for a good time and will now look into making my own projects at home."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Well done and good luck in your future builds."

Maggie reviewed: Sculpt your own faithful dog!

"Just to say how much I’m enjoying using your kit to make a sculpt of my friend’s whippet as a surprise for her birthday. Your instructions are very clear though getting good photos of her dog without her knowing has been very challenging! I wondered if you could tell me where to buy the clay you include in the kit. I do some figurative sculpting with air drying clay but it’s more groggy and I like the finer texture of your clay, especially for smaller works. Many thanks, Maggie"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Maggie ;-) Yes, the clay is a good quality one - I have sent an email with all the product information. Jo x"

Liz Dixon reviewed: Needle felt a blue tit (Midday on Fridays and 3pm on Saturdays)

"A very well paced and organised ZOOM workshop. The teaching was excellent and it was great to have a finished blue tit at the end of the course. The kit was nicely packaged and presented and with the addition of your own backing fabric there is enough wool to make a flock of blue tits! Looking forward to taking part in the Toadstool workshop later on this month."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Hello Liz. Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was such a pleasure meeting you and I look forward to seeing you again in a couple of weeks time :). Best wishes, Gwen"

Holly reviewed: Mokulito (Woodcut/Lithography) Printing at Home

"I love Scarlett's online printmaking courses. Everything sets you up for success, from the box of materials you receive at the start, the tutorial videos which are super-easy to follow, and, best of all, the online workshops where you get to take time out to focus on something creative and share work with other participants. Thoroughly recommend."

Karen reviewed: Online garden club

"It was fun, interesting and I learnt a lot. Have already booked for the next one."

The Gardener's Friend responded:

"Hi Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed the Garden Club so much. Look forward to seeing you next month!"

Alexander MacLellan reviewed: 'Bag in a Day' Practical Leather Course - Rucksack/ Backpack

"I did this course back in December in time to make a bag for my wife for Christmas and it was brilliant! Under Georgie's expert tutelage I was able to make something that will last my wife a lifetime, I was also able to choose different colours and types of leather. My other half is thrilled with it and at first she didn't believe me when I said I'd made it. I can't recommend this course enough. It was a lovely atmosphere to learn a new skill in as well."

Hands of Tym responded:

"Thanks Alex and I am so happy to hear she loved it!"

Amy Severino reviewed: Needle felt a blue tit (Midday on Fridays and 3pm on Saturdays)

"Gwen's online workshop was a delight. The kit came beautifully packaged, with high quality supplies. Her instruction was so easy to understand and the way she handled the class with an aerial camera along with her own face in the gallery so we could see her while she was instructing, along with the project demonstration was simply perfect. Gwen gave instructions and demonstrated very clearly and was open to questions throughout the workshop. She didn't rush anyone and was attentive by checking in on each of the participants. I highly recommend Gwen's workshops. It was a lovely way to spend a few hours, and I am so pleased with the result of my project."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Amy, thank you so much for such a lovely review. It was such a pleasure meeting you (and your two lovely little dogs ☺️). I am so pleased that you enjoyed it!"

Audrey Humphreys reviewed: Needle felt a blue tit (Midday on Fridays and 3pm on Saturdays)

"I really enjoyed the felting workshop and was amazed with the beautiful result that I got, a blue tit that is fit for framing and will take pride of place on my wall. Gwen was really lovely and made everyone feel at home even though it was over Zoom. The kit arrived well packaged and with high quality materials, everything you needed with lots to spare. During the workshop Gwen shared her knowledge in a way that put everyone at ease and there were lots of hints and tips as she demonstrated each stage, she is very talented and knowledgeable, nothing was too much trouble. I would wholeheartedly recommend her workshops."

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"It was really lovely seeing you again Audrey. Thank you so much for your kind review, it’s hugely appreciated ☺️X"

BERTHA Brown reviewed: Needle felt a blue tit (Midday on Fridays and 3pm on Saturdays)

"lovely workshop, learnt a lot, met some lovely ladies virtually, really enjoyed myself"

Gwen’s Felted Paintings responded:

"Hello Bertha, Thank you so much for your review! It was lovely meeting you today. I’m so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the workshop. Best wishes, Gwen"

Lynne Cowell reviewed: Crochet for Beginners - Discover your 'crojo'

"A really enjoyable session with Donna, the hour flew by. I had never crocheted before and by the end of the session I was able to make a chain, turn a corner and crochet several rows. Donna demonstrated and explained everything very clearly. Looking forward to practising the skills I have learnt and doing more sessions to learn some new ones. Thanks Donna"