Latest reviews

Liz Tipping reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"Loved the course, so nice just having a few people, it felt more 'homely' more intimate. The level was pitched just right, and Kathryn gave us plenty of time to catch up. Can't wait to do the next level. Thank you Kathryn"

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thank you, Liz. It was a lovely morning. I'm so pleased you loved it. I do prefer to keep the class size small where possible, just 5 or 6 people ideally. Although it does work surpsingly well with larger groups too. Looking forward to seeing you again before too long!"

Louise Fletcher reviewed: Kitchen Lithography Printing at Home

"Scarlett prepared some excellent videos guiding us through the process before the live sessions and posted us some wonderful resources to get us started. The live session was an chance for us to work through it together with Scarlett guiding us patiently when we got stuck. Everyone ended up with something they were happy with and motivation to carry on over the next fortnight for an optional critique. I would highly recommend any of Scarlett's courses supported by Phoneix Studio, a really lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon."

Heidi reviewed: Bronze clay sculpture kit: sleeping cat

"Another fantastic kit! Enjoyed doing this socially distanced with friends over zoom, great way to switch off and relax. Really pleased with the results too. Great, prompt service from Jo, everything you need is in the kit, instructions are very clear and easy to follow, as is the video tutorial. 5 *'s from us!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Wow Heidi & gang - thank you so much for the photos of the amazing cats you created! They are now featured as a collage on the Craft Course page for the 'Family & Friends' kit. Just gorgeous results - thank you again for sharing them with me ;-) Jo xx"

Helen Clark reviewed: Patchwork and Quilting Workshop with Green Man Quilts - Beyond the Ditch : Adventurous Quilting with a Walking Foot

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course, and came away with lots of ideas, hints and tips - and more confidence to try new ideas. Sheena is a great tutor - she explains things well, and is prepared to demonstrate and explain a different way if we didn’t understand it the first time. She never makes you feel that you are stupid! Sheena also coped with glitches in technology with patience and humour. I’m looking forward to the next workshop I’m doing with her in June! Thank you Sheena!!"

Green Man Quilts responded:

"Thank you, Helen. I am honoured by your words. It was great having you along and I can't wait to work with you again. Roll on June!"

Marie reviewed: Hare Lavender Ornament Kit

"Good morning. Just to let you know that I received my parcel yesterday. It is a present for Mothers day and please pass on my thanks to the person who created the kit. It looks amazing and so well presented. You provide a brilliant service. Kind regards Marie"

Naqiya reviewed: Online Portrait Drawing

"It was not really my cup of tea. But it was nice"

Steve reviewed: Beginner's DIY Hand Sanitiser Natural Soap Course

"I received this course as a present and I enjoyed it so much. I never knew soap making can be so creative! I am looking forward to experimenting with the soap formulas from the course."

Kate Griffiths reviewed: Learn to paper cut live

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Learning how to Papercut and all the different techniques was so fun and highly addictive! I will definitely be carrying on with my new found love of paper cutting. Such a therapeutic session. Worth every penny. Highly recommend this course to anyone who enjoys crafting"

Kate Griffiths reviewed: Online Lino Printing Course with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"Really loved this course. Claire was a great tutor. She guided us through the techniques with ease and kept the session interesting, fun and learnt so much. The 3 hours flew by! Highly recommend this course for anyone who enjoys crafts. I will definitely be doing another one!"

sandra Johnston reviewed: Slow Stitch Kit - Orkney Shores - UK Postage Only

"This kit caught my eye when I saw it on Craft Courses, it looked so pretty and fresh colours. I received mine very quickly and it is so nicely packaged and a good deal of fabric and other embellishments too. I set great store by how things I buy are packaged up and this was really good. I since ordered another kit to go direct to a friend and like with me she received it very quickly and is delighted with it. Thank you Maire for such a lovely kit"

Julie Edwardson reviewed: Book binding - Zoom Saturday Morning Workshop

"Lorna was very accommodating for us to ensure we had a personal and one to one lesson. She arranged a time to suit us as the initial session was overbooked. My daughter and I had a lovely experience with Crumps Barn Studio for her birthday. Lorna made sure we had all the equipment and explained everything so patiently even when it took me ages to make the bookbinders knot! Lorna is so knowledgeable and patient showing everything so clearly on the screen. We now have two lovely notebooks which we are challenging each other to fill over the coming months with sketches and thoughts. It has definitely started something"

Crumps Barn Studio responded:

"Thank you very much. It made me very happy to be able to make the workshop happen for you both! ~ Crumpa Barn Studio"

Sofi Freijeiro-Armitage reviewed: Learn to paper cut live

"I loved this course and Aimee was very patient and passed on lots of her knowledge and gave us details of useful sites to visit etc. I'd definitely recommend this course to anyone wanting to try paper cutting out. I will continue to cut paper!"

alison June Tamplin reviewed: Bargello Necklace Online Workshop

"Have only done one necklace so far, but log in for course was easy and instructions very good, looking forward to doing the second necklace thank you"

Tamsin Wimhurst reviewed: Felted pebbles or stacking stones with Purr & Wag It

"Great couple of hours happily making pebbles. Heather taught us beautifully - nicely paced class and materials arrived ordered and in plenty of time. Would definitely recommend it."

Celeste Kelly reviewed: Kitchen Lithography Printing at Home

"This is a wonderful course! So intimate and friendly because of the smaller group. Scarlett had time to attend to our needs individually because of this. Every time that I came a cropper she explained where I may have gone wrong very clearly, l learned so much in only 3 hours. Her short films were invaluable too. James Ort was so helpful as well. I fully recommend that you give this course a go, it was so inspiring! Thank you, Celeste"

Laura Granda reviewed: Book binding - Zoom Saturday Morning Workshop

"I'm so happy I joined this workshop! It was exactly what I was looking for, as a bookbinding beginner. We received the beautiful materials beforehand, and during the workshop the instructions were really clear, and our 'teacher' (Lorna) was really patient, helpful and nice. I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but she made me feel really comfortable (which is ideal for a calm and creative activity, such as this one!). Very happy with it, I would join Crumps Barn Studio workshops again, and I definitely recommend them to others. Very suitable for book lovers, notebook /stationery lovers, crafty, creative, curious people... or for anyone who enjoys new creative challenging but calm activities."

Crumps Barn Studio responded:

"Thank you - so glad you enjoyed it! ~ Crumps Barn Studio"

Tricia reviewed: Make your own sketchbook

"I took this course last year and it was a very welcome source of inspiration during a lockdown. The written instructions were clear and easy to follow, with good tips for getting over the hurdle of a blank page and filling the sketchbooks. I made several books using the different techniques taught. I was really pleased and enjoyed the course, which was excellent value."

Ruth Gordon reviewed: Make your own sketchbook

"I did this course last year and thoroughly enjoyed it. While a video is enjoyable I really valued the written and illustrated format because you could refer back to it and go through things again if needed so it was more relaxing than a video where you have to keep up with the demonstrations. I made several of the folded sketchbooks, simple concertinas and more complex ones with ingenious folding. I also did stitched and elasticated ones so got a dozen different books as a result and am still enjoying filling them all up."

Michele reviewed: Drum Lampshade Making at ShedLight

"What a wonderful lockdown treat this was. I had a lovely morning online with my daughter learning how to make a lampshade. Vanessa was a great teacher, she guided us through the various stages with patience and enthusiasm. It was relaxing and fun, and I am thrilled with my finished lampshade, which now helps to light up my kitchen beautifully. I highly recommend Vanessa's courses, you wont be disappointed!"

ShedLight responded:

"Thank you so much Michele - I am so happy you are thrilled with your lampshade and with the virtual teaching of the course. It’s a great way to still have fun and learn a new craft. and the added bonus of joining with your daughter ?"

Nicola Down reviewed: Mandala Drawing - Intermediate

"Very happy morning learning more about how to draw and colour a mandala."

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thank you, Nicola both for your review and for joining me for more classes. I'm so pleased you are enjoying them."

Shirley Bowley reviewed: Make your own sketchbook

"I was very disappointed with this on-line course which I had assumed would be presented in video format and not written instructions as was the case. I would not have purchased the course if that fact had been disclosed from the outset. Not a lot of money tolosebutstill very disappointing."

Fiona Morrison reviewed: Plant pot decoupage, live online

"This was a most relaxing and fun workshop. Everyone enjoyed and we have all been inspired by what you can do with napkins! Most definitely a new hobby to continue with; it is affordable, creative and therapeutic. Thank you Helga."

Colourbuzz responded:

"Thank you Fiona, I'm very happy you all liked it. I love decoupage too and it was a pleasure meeting you all."

Mel Coombes reviewed: Coptic Bookbinding Kits

"A beautiful kit that arrived very quickly & they had very kindly included a choice of cover papers. Can't wait to get started."

Nant Designs responded:

"Thankyou for your great review. Any questions or problems please feel free to contact me. I would love to see your finished book best wishes Carole"

Janice Manchester reviewed: Online Portrait Drawing

"A good session with plenty of time to complete the portraits. Fabulous model who was a delight to draw. The session was very good value for money and I will be interest in future sessions."

Sara Boobbyer reviewed: Macrame Wreath/Mandala Kit

"Chose this as a birthday gift for niece ... fantastic customer service even offered to send direct to recipient.. birthday not happened yet but I am sure the gift will be loved Can’t fault the customer care and service x"