Latest reviews

Sophie reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Great day, I love the pieces I have made. Looking forward to framing them and putting them on my wall. Would do again."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I am glad you enjoyed your day. You have a talent for design, I hope you find the time to do more art for yourself ;-) ."

Deborah Brough reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Batik picture making with my daughter. My results were much better- than I thought I could do - came away with a picture I will happily frame.......and would love to do something similar ..."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I am so pleased that you and Sophie are pleased with your paintings. They will look great in a lovely frame."

Samantha Greenfield reviewed: Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"Thank you for a fantastic evening Laura - the session was fantastic and I'm really pleased with my little foxy friend. I still need more practise with them nippers though so I can't wait to do the full day course with you and learn some more skills and techniques. Anyone who is looking to have a go at mosaic couldn't have a better teacher than Laura - she is forever patient when asked the same queries over and over again :-)."

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Thank you! I'm always delighted to pass on what I know... especially those trade tips you get with 25 years behind you. Do keep a look out for new courses. Stained leaded glass coming soon. All welcome."

Diane Cluley reviewed: Make a silver necklace and ring - basic silversmithing with Jewellery by Annamarie

"A fabulous day making a ring and necklace. The finished result was great with Ann-Marie's excellent teaching. Thanks again for a great experience."

Susanne Frank reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Truly lovely day, great setting, excellent teaching, really friendly relaxed atmosphere and delighted with my basket."

Basket Making Malvern responded:

"That is fantastic Susanne, it was lovely to meet you. Best regards Jonny and Becky"

Lynette Hoh reviewed: Calligraphy: four-lesson correspondence and/or zoom courses with Gaynor Goffe

"I love doing the online calligraphy courses with Gaynor because I feel I have finally made some progress due to her expertise and depth of knowledge - actually there is nothing that she doesn't know about italics ! Over the last 2 years, Gaynor has kindled and inspired my love of calligraphy and when I finish one lesson I can't wait to get on to the next one. There is the added bonus of not being under pressure to meet deadlines as you can do it at your own pace to suit your lifestyle. It is a very exciting and enjoyable journey in the art of beautiful writing and I can't recommend the online courses with Gaynor more."

Wendy Zub reviewed: Dala horse carving

"I attended the Dala horse carving course with my 13 year old daughter at the end of September. We both really enjoyed this 3 hour course, and feel it was a great introduction to wood carving. Alan explained all the safety issues for us to be aware of, went over various different carving methods then we proceeded to practice carving the horses. It was refreshing, fun but also very relaxed. His partner made lovely scones and tea for our break. Would definitely recommend this and hope to try the spoon carving too in the future! Thank you! Wendy Zub"

NIA EVANS reviewed: Make your own Leather Apron for the BBQ, Crafting, Utility, Workshop

"Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable day. Tracy has a wealth o knowledge and is a great teacher. Really pleased with my leather apron."

Julia reviewed: Stained Glass Sun Catchers. (Foil Method) One day class. Beginners and intermediate welcome.

"My sister and I had a fabulous day each making a stained glass heart suncatcher and dragon fly. All materials provided with some lovely glass colours and textures. It really is overwhelming when you see your finished craft. Clare is an amazing teacher and incredibly talented craft person. Thank you so much Clare for a wonderful experience."

Woodland Crafts responded:

"Thank you for your review. I enjoyed your company very much. So glad you are pleased with your creations and look forward to seeing you again soon. Clare"

Jayne Towndrow reviewed: Create with a Gel Printing Plate - Mono Printing Without a Press

"I really can't rate this workshop highly enough. Alison and Liz show you how to make beautiful pictures; everyone can do it. And - it felt like there was no limit on how many I could make. Well, that makes the workshop incredibly good value. I think part of the reason my expectations were exceeded was because sometimes I do a workshop run by someone who knows a couple of things and makes a business out of it - you know hen parties and the like. I think for 'Hampshire' I read 'sticks' and didn't expect much. But this is not what Liz and Alison provide. They are actual artists and they guide you through an artistic experience. I love coming into contact with this kind of professional. There was loads of room - I don't know if that was Coivd related but I wasn't squeezed in with people, we all had space. I came home with a portfolio stuffed with images, at least two of which I will frame for the wall and a head jammed with excitement at the prospect of doing more this weekend. Thank you so much."

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Dear Jayne , Feeling slightly overwhelmed! Thank you for taking the time to review your day in such an in-depth way . It is really appreciated and we raise our well earned G and T’s to you !! Hope to see you on March 2021. Best wishes Liz and Alison"

Donna Jones reviewed: Make your own Leather Apron for the BBQ, Crafting, Utility, Workshop

"What a fantastic day and I’m so thrilled with my Leather Apron. The studio space is beautiful and the array of leather to choose from was brilliant. Tracy took time to demonstrate then was at hand while we were set loose to make. Tracy is an excellent teacher and it was wonderful see so much of her own beautiful work on display I am always interested in trying new ways to make and I think I may be hooked!"

Maria Mills reviewed: Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"Loved this course and was delighted to be able to produce a mosaic which has become a favourite feature amongst the plants in my garden. Laura is a patient and talented teacher - I'll be booking more courses with her."

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"You did really well .. and at your own pace. Thank you for your review and I look forward to working with you again."

David reviewed: Cleft ash gate making with Gedwood

"Thanks Ged for a great weekend, learned lots of new skills and my gate will look great when it is ready to fit. One other thing,rain didnae dampen our spirits and the crack was brilliant."

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks David. Yes it was a challenging workshop with the weather! - but the conversation certainly helped us all along."

Lucy reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"Enjoyable experience. Come home with some lovely candles"

Bethan reviewed: Make nipple tassels & bubbly in Brighton

"Had a really great time! Lots of laughs and was good to get creative. Would highly recommend! Charlie is also lovely x"

Everstina reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"We had so much fun and discovered talents we didn't realise we had with Charlie! We laughed and we left with a gorgeous keepsake. Fantastic fun! Thank you so much for the workshop Charlie. We'd been stuck inside for ages and you really inspired to be more creative every day. Thank you!! Xx"

Natalie reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"A lovely experience, intimate setting which was cosy, just 4 of us in this class so felt more personal. Charlie was a lovely host, personable, friendly and very knowledgable. Would love to go back to do one of the other classes that Charlie offers. Would highly recommend the candle making I bought the class for my friends birthday and she loved it, something different and enjoyable."

Kelly reviewed: Make nipple tassels & bubbly in Brighton

"A fun experience and totally worth it! We want to do pimp my pineapple ? Thank you for being a great host under the most strangest of circumstances. We had a great time. Thank you x"

Mandy reviewed: Make nipple tassels & bubbly in Brighton

"Me and my friend both had the best experience in this very fun work shop..... our teacher was so lovely and made us feel so welcome .. would definitely recommend this activity"

Joanne reviewed: Make nipple tassels & bubbly in Brighton

"Fun activity to do in Brighton celebrating my friends 30th. Relaxed atmosphere and Charlie was always on hand to help! Visors provided for the experience and felt safe and well managed! The perfect activity to do with a group/ hen-do / birthday!"

Gemma reviewed: Make nipple tassels & bubbly in Brighton

"A really fun experience, would recommend to a group. Charlie was friendly and welcoming. Thank you :)"

Claire reviewed: Flower crown workshop & bubbly in Brighton

"Fabulous fun making a great head dress amazing location lovely creative space.Charlie was welcoming, kind, patient and a great teacher. I have a beautiful head dress. I loved the cushions and have now brought some the same. Thank you I really enjoyed having some creative time. Its a lovely space and you are a wonderful teacher."

Richard M reviewed: Vegan Eco Soy Wax Candle Making Kit

"Lovely candle making set arrived - really prompt delivery and my partner loves it! Thank you :)"

Alex reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"Amazing experience and set up. Charlie was extremely welcoming and knowledgable! Surprise Birthday present for my Girlfriend who loved it...Thank You!"

Rebecca T reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"I had a 2 hour candle making course with Charlie a few weeks ago and it was excellent. I learnt so much, Charlie was really clear and helpful and professional too. The setting is fantastic and really welcoming. Charlie was lovely and I’d definitely recommend this course to others!"