Latest reviews

Paula Blaney reviewed: Snowy Owl - needle felting with The Lady Moth

"First experience of needle felting and in an online craft course! I had no idea what to expect but Żenla was very friendly and patient and the group were lovely. Lots of one-on-one assistance and a very relaxed pace. Very happy with the bunny I made too ? would highly recommend!"

Cheryl Keene reviewed: Friendship Star On-Demand Digital Patchwork & Quilting Course

"I'm really enjoying this course. The online course materials are excellent, comprehensive and clear. It's also great to have Sheena on hand for individual help. Sheena is very knowledgeable and I've greatly appreciated her hints for doing things the easy way, instead of making things more difficult for myself. Funny too! Can't recommend highly enough"

Tracy Haskell reviewed: Snowy Owl - needle felting with The Lady Moth

"Zenia is a wonderfully clear, patient instructor. She is able to utilize technology well and provides clear views of her demonstrations of the various techniques, tools and approaches. I would highly recommend her classes!"

Sheila Daniels reviewed: Combined Soap, Skincare and Business Workshop

"Fascinating and fun online organic skincare workshop this morning with Rosie from Organik Orangutan - all ethical, organic and cruelty free. We made a lush body butter with the kit she posts out to you (in sustainable packaging) including all the ingredients and your chosen essential oil scent. You just need everyday kitchen equipment and you're away. Very enjoyable mix of chemistry and cosmetics! Rosie is a brilliant engaging teacher and very patient with all our questions. I highly recommend this workshop and I'm definitely going to sign up for another one :)"

Organik Orangutan responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Sheila hope to see you on another workshop :) x"

Sue reviewed: Mini Willow Weaving Lesson

"Good venue, easy parking, really enjoyed the session. Looking forward to seeing the finished plaque ."

Nathan reviewed: 7 Week Silversmithing Jewellery Making Course Level 1 (Evening Courses - Merseyside)

"I finished the course last week and couldn't of asked for more. Carol takes her time to find out what exactly you want to learn and works round that. The work shop and suite are kept at great standards with everything provided. You get to work on sterling silver which Carol generously provides and also gives insight on where to buy and locate your own goods for the future. The course provides a lot more than just learning new skills, I came away with a good knowledge of the industry. Thanks a lot!"

Antonia Jones reviewed: Combined Soap, Skincare and Business Workshop

"I did the course with Rose and found it very good. She was very attentive and took us through step by step on what to do. It was informative and creative and I really enjoyed myself plus the end product!"

Organik Orangutan responded:

"Thank you Antonia, really pleased you enjoyed it and hope you enjoy the products you made. Rosie :)"

Jeradine reviewed: Introduction to Woven Coasters

"After looking at these beautiful handmade coasters from Alice I immediately wanted to try this course for myself. This was super easy to follow and I’m really pleased with the results. Really therapeutic and I can’t wait to do more, I highly recommend to anyone that is feeling creative!"

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

"Amazing course. Very easy to learn and Roxy is a great teacher. Already started making my own soaps after the first course. This is a must go to course. I promise you will enjoy it 100%."

Izzy Binx reviewed: Toadstools - needle felting video tutorial by The Lady Moth

"Zenia has created a wonderful tutorial for a magical Toadstool Duo; one large and one small. Her online tutorial is broken down into several parts which, paired with Zenia's lovely voice, is well thought out, well paced and gives even the newest needle felter the clearest instruction to create something truly beautiful. As an experienced needle felter, I was impressed with Zenia's creativity in making the delicate and unique parts which make up these special Toadstools. She truly has thought of everything to guide you through the process. I will enjoy creating these woolly fungi for a long time to come. Thank you Zenia!"

Alan Brown reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"I enjoyed the online Art and Craft Zoom course with Raya so much that I have recommended my wife and sister to attend the next course. I have not done art for years but with Ray's expertise I got up to speed quickly. I will be keeping an eye on any other courses she may have be running in the near future."

Neil Beck reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"I thought the course was great and I could work from home. I have never used Zoom before and Raya made it easy for me. I would definitely attend another Art and Craft course with Raya and I would recommend it to my family and friends."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Neil, Thank you so much for your time writing this review. I am so pleased that learning on Zoom is working for you and you are happy with my tuition. Look forward to teaching you again online."

Carole reviewed: Friendship Star On-Demand Digital Patchwork & Quilting Course

"Very clear instructions, both written and on video. Thoroughly enjoying the course. Recommend"

Kath Pyke reviewed: Easy peasy grow your own food - Tuesdays

"Excited to squeeze onto one of Kim’s last courses before lockdown, and so glad I did! Great to get Kim’s fresh ideas on year-round productive cropping in polytunnels. My favourites; chard & purple sprouting broccoli still cropping after 4 years! So much to learn whether you’re just starting out or have been growing for a while. A great course for curious minds. If you get a chance, go for it! Thank you Kim!"

Des reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"I was a little unsure about doing interactive art online as I have never done this before. Raya was brilliant as she explained everything so simple to me as if I was at her workshop in her art and craft studio. I thought initially I wouldn't enjoy this online experience as I'm a very much a people person and love being with other people in a workshop environment where we can have a joke and get to know each other. Doing an online Zoom course was surprisingly a great experience as I have met new friends and with Raya's easy to follow instructions I can still do the art I love."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Hi Des, Thank you so much for your comments! I am happy that you enjoyed my interactive course on zoom and found some new like-minded friends through my course. Good luck with your art projects and I look forward to seeing you again on zoom at our interactive online art classes."

Dana Broad reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"I cannot believe how far I have come in just a few weeks. Raya Brown not only is a brilliant tutor she is a talented Artist in her own right. I feel really lucky in coming across this fabulous studio!"

Alex reviewed: "Field with red poppies" wool painting interactive online course with live tuition.

"This is such a great idea! Fantastic assistance course for Art and Craft enthusiasts! Raya is a very knowledgeable, patient and helpful Tutor. She gives clear step by step instructions and her teaching to tailored to individual student's needs. Her traditional approach to teaching is an asset to the Art Education System. I have enjoyed her courses very much and highly recommend this course to everyone who would like to study Art in-depth."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Alex, Thank you very much for you review. I am glad you have enjoyed my courses and you are now producing some lovely Art work. I look forward to seeing you again at my next online course with you. Raya"

Akshy reviewed: Sculpture kit: the original 'stay home' kit for sculptors - with live tuition

"I purchased this kit and it arrived very speedily (just in a few days). I also bought the clay and tools which also came super fast. Overall the whole kit is such good quality, really well made and well planed. The manual which I received is so thorough, well put together and extremely easy to understand. You also get a video step by step and tutorials which for visual learners is a bonus. I don't think you'll find a course like this for this price elsewhere! I also love how 15% of the price is donated to the NHS, which is really needed in a time like this. But of course not matter how good the manual is if you are a beginner like me you'll have 1 million questions going through your head as you are sculpting so I am constantly emailing Lydia with pictures who replies super fast and and in a lot of details using diagrams explaining what to do. She usually replies very quickly (within a few hours if not sooner). The best thing about this kit is that because its at home and therefore fairly self led you can do it at your own speed taking as much time as you'd like and fit it around your life and other things you might be doing. You don't feel pressure to it done in a set amount of time which has been really great! It also forces you at have confidence in your own decisions as the teacher isn't in the room with you which for me is very beneficial as I tend to rely on teachers a bit too much! But of course Lydia is always there is you need her (I tend to check in with her every once in a while, just for peace of mind if nothing else!) I am also a returning student to Lydia Smith Sculpture Studio courses, I also did her 2 day ear sculpting course which was an in studio session with her so it interesting to compare the two ways of learning. And as you can see I have been so pleased with her course that I have come back and I will definitely be returning again after this course is finished. For anyone that likes being creative but maybe has no experience with clay, this is an amazing course and I would recommend it! You get to be hands on, practical and express your creativity. It's so fun and you don't need to be an expert. I am a complete beginner! But I can also see how this might be good for someone who is intermediate and is trying to brush up and improve on their skills, with Lydia's guidance and skills she can definitely help tailor this course for your level!"

Annie reviewed: Sculpture kit: the original 'stay home' kit for sculptors - with live tuition

"This is such a comprehensive and well planned out course for complete beginners and more advanced sculptors like myself just wanting a ‘personal sculptor trainer’ to keep me creatively motivated at home at times of my own choosing. Lydia’s teaching style is really clear and I love her ‘can do’ attitude and comprehensive instruction manual. This course would make a brilliant present for someone special!"

Sharon Henshall reviewed: Easy peasy grow your own food - Thursdays

"Kim makes her sessions so interesting and informative. She helped to install a sense of confidence in me as I've been slightly daunted by my garden. Lots of great tips & solid advice. Can't recommend her courses enough!!"

Stay home sculpting kit student reviewed: Sculpture kit: armature, clay, tools, 1-2-1 tuition and more!

"This is such a comprehensive and well planned out course for complete beginners and more advanced sculptors like myself just wanting a ‘personal sculptor trainer’ to keep me creatively motivated at home at times of my own choosing. Lydia’s teaching style is really clear and I love her ‘can do’ attitude and comprehensive instruction manual. This course would make a brilliant present for someone special!"

-Stay Home Sculpting Kit student reviewed: Sculpture kit: armature, clay, tools, 1-2-1 tuition and more!

"I purchased this kit and it arrived very speedily (just in a few days). Overall the whole kit is such good quality, really well made and well planned. The manual which I received is so thorough, well put together and extremely easy to understand. You also get a video step by step and tutorials which for visual learners is a bonus. I don't think you'll find a course like this for this price elsewhere! I also love how part of the price is donated to the NHS, which is really needed in a time like this. But of course know matter how good the manual is if you are a beginner like me you'll have 1 million questions going through your head as you are sculpting, so I am constantly emailing Lydia with pictures who replies super fast and and in a lot of details using diagrams explaining what to do. She usually replies very quickly (within a few hours if not sooner). The best thing about this kit is that because it's at home and therefore fairly self led you can do it at your own speed taking as much time as you'd like and fit it around your life and other things you might be doing. You don't feel pressure to get it done in a set amount of time which has been really great! It also forces you to have confidence in your own decisions as the teacher isn't in the room with you which for me is very beneficial as I tend to rely on teachers a bit too much! But of course Lydia is always there is you need her (I tend to check in with her every once in a while, just for peace of mind if nothing else!) I am also a returning student to Lydia Smith Sculpture Studio courses, I also did her 2 day ear sculpting course which was an in studio session with her so it interesting to compare the two ways of learning. And as you can see I have been so pleased with her course that I have come back and I will definitely be returning again after this course is finished. For anyone that likes being creative but maybe has no experience with clay, this is an amazing course and I would recommend it! You get to be hands on, practical and express your creativity. It's so fun and you don't need to be an expert. I am a complete beginner! But I can also see how this might be good for someone who is intermediate and is trying to brush up and improve on their skills, with Lydia's guidance and skills she can definitely help tailor this course for your level!"

Emma Leybourne reviewed: Sculpture kit: the original 'stay home' kit for sculptors - with live tuition

"I recently purchased the stay at home sculpture kit and so far have been really impressed. I ordered the kit with the clay and tools included and everything arrived really quickly. The armature was really easy to put together. Lydia has been able to make this kit suitable for all abilities. As someone who is a complete beginner I think the details she has given have been very thorough, with clear instructions and reference photos to help. The demo was really clear and easy to follow. As a complete amateur I had some other questions just to check I was on the right track, Lydia is very approachable and replied really quickly and gave precise feedback in helping me improve. Thank you Lydia!"

Akshy reviewed: Sculpture kit: the original stay home kit for sculptors

"I purchased this kit and it arrived very speedily (just in a few days). I also bought the clay and tools which also came super fast. Overall the whole kit is such good quality, really well made and well planed. The manual which I received is so thorough, well put together and extremely easy to understand. You also get a video step by step and tutorials which for visual learners is a bonus. I don't think you'll find a course like this for this price elsewhere! I also love how 15% of the price is donated to the NHS, which is really needed in a time like this. But of course not matter how good the manual is if you are a beginner like me you'll have 1 million questions going through your head as you are sculpting so I am constantly emailing Lydia with pictures who replies super fast and and in a lot of details using diagrams explaining what to do. She usually replies very quickly (within a few hours if not sooner). The best thing about this kit is that because its at home and therefore fairly self led you can do it at your own speed taking as much time as you'd like and fit it around your life and other things you might be doing. You don't feel pressure to it done in a set amount of time which has been really great! It also forces you at have confidence in your own decisions as the teacher isn't in the room with you which for me is very beneficial as I tend to rely on teachers a bit too much! But of course Lydia is always there is you need her (I tend to check in with her every once in a while, just for peace of mind if nothing else!) I am also a returning student to Lydia Smith Sculpture Studio courses, I also did her 2 day ear sculpting course which was an in studio session with her so it interesting to compare the two ways of learning. And as you can see I have been so pleased with her course that I have come back and I will definitely be returning again after this course is finished. For anyone that likes being creative but maybe has no experience with clay, this is an amazing course and I would recommend it! You get to be hands on, practical and express your creativity. It's so fun and you don't need to be an expert. I am a complete beginner! But I can also see how this might be good for someone who is intermediate and is trying to brush up and improve on their skills, with Lydia's guidance and skills she can definitely help tailor this course for your level!"

Lydia Smith Studio responded:

"Such a lovely review thank you so much! i thoroughly enjoy teaching you and glad you are enjoying the Kit so far!"

Weekend student reviewed: Figurative sculpture 2 day course: sculpt a plaster cast

"I can’t think of anything more fun then spending the weekend sculpting and getting creative with clay, even thought I don’t really have any sculpting experience! Attending Lydia’s 2 day workshop where I sculpted an ear was so fun thanks to Lydia’s excellent and patient teaching skills! She teaches in a way that makes it fun and accessible even if you don’t have a clue what your doing! I will definitely be attending more of her workshops!"