Latest reviews

Max reviewed: 10 week silver jewellery course

"I've done 2 'terms' and intend to keep going. Lucy is top of her trade and I feel lucky to have stumbled across such a great teacher."

Hannah Waters reviewed: 10 week silver jewellery course

"I cannot stress enough the brilliance of this course. The small class size means that learning is fast and you accomplish a lot in a small amount of time. Lucy's attentive and friendly teaching style in her warm and light studio is the perfect way to learn."

Katherine Ford reviewed: 10 week silver jewellery course

"I have been attending Lucy's courses for almost a year and I love it. Lucy is very patient, very talented and helps you realise your vision - Thursday evenings is my self indulgent time and the highlight of the week. Love, love, love it! X"

Helen reviewed: Stained Glass Weekend for Beginners

"I really enjoyed my weekend making stained glass. It was hard work but very rewarding and I loved learning something new. My glass looks lovely hanging in front of our windows with the sunlight streaming through it. Thank you for a brilliant experience."

Berny reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"I had a fabulous 1:1 session with Sarah. I knew what I wanted to make and Sarah helped me create it. Thank you for your time, patience and generosity sharing your knowlege and supplies. Would highly recommend it. Berny"

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. Hope you are all keeping well!"

Pauline Gibbons reviewed: Garden mosaic workshop

"A friend and I spent 2 days with Linda and had a fantastic time. I am really proud of the Yin/Yang door number I made and also a beautifully decorated pot (still needs grouting!!) LInda was a pleasure to be with, her teaching was brilliant and very encouraging and she kept us well topped up with tea and biscuits. Now at home with time on my hands due to the Coronavirus I am going to finish my beautiful pot and also look into starting a new project."

Laura reviewed: Sun-printed lampshade making workshops in Devon

"A wonderful, memorable and sunny day - Bridget is a lovely, interesting and patient tutor, I enjoyed all the learning and doing, a fab lunch, and came away absolutely delighted and amazed with my lampshades which I've been showing off proudly to friends and family - thanks so much Bridget!"

Bridget Arnold responded:

"Hi Laura It seems so long ago already ! So pleased we did it when we did and that you can enjoy having them Thank you for the lovely review - cheered me up no end ! Bridget"

Helen Glover reviewed: Copper wire jewellery making at Madeley, Cheshire - do not make live calendar incorrect

"Wow what an amazing experience! I thoroughly enjoyed this course - Kami was incredibly hospitable, patient and knowledgeable in her field of jewellery making. I made a beautiful bracelet and ring, which I showed off later at a party. Since then, I’ve brought some equipment Kami suggested and started to make my own - I will be booking another session with Kami as her creative abilities are boundless and I want to know more! Thank you Kami - I’ll see you again soon. Helen Glover x"

Mya Designs responded:

"Helen, Thanks so much for your awesome review. It was great you wanted to learn so much and time flew by! I love the bead colours you chose for your bracelet and even had time to make a beautiful ring too. I am so pleased to hear you've managed to buy some materials and basic tools to continue with more wirework projects, especially as we are all in self isolation at the moment. I am more than happy to deliver a session via Skype so you can follow me to make more amazing jewellery. I hope you enjoyed this birthday gift from your partner and see you again very soon for some more advanced sessions. Thanks for joining me, Helen, take care xxx"

Carole reviewed: Candle making for business with legislation and branding 1:1

"Recently went on this course. Jane was excellent in her knowledge and guidance. I'm a complete novice and Jane made me feel comfortable. She guided me through the making process with a great outcome. I feel more confident now in the legislation and health and safety guidelines. Thank you Jane, will stay in touch!"

The Candle Coach responded:

"Thank you Carole for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you and I look forward to seeing your new business out there soon. Good luck."

Jono reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners - morning

"Absolutely stellar, a fun evening to enjoy and do some excellent learning!"

Rowena Joseph reviewed: Introduction to screen printing

"I had an amazing day with Ria. Her studio is beautiful, spacious, well lit and filled with inspiring work. The location, right beside the canal is idyllic, it was like arriving in another world. Ria was really welcoming and shared her knowledge with kindness and patience and an obvious passion for her work. She broke the process down into easy steps and was sensitive to how much or how little help and encouragement I needed throughout the day. There was a steady flow of coffee, tea and gentle encouragement. I will definitely be returning."

Lydia West reviewed: Introduction to screen printing

"Friendly atmosphere, great to learn a new skill that you can take home with you. Ria was great, supportive, with lots of ideas."

Mark Walters reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. I've been wanting to start stick making for some time and feel I have all the know-how now to get going. Great instructors and a nice bunch of folk participating. Very pleased with my first stick as well. Highly recommended."

Elliot Harbourne reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day at Leeds, West Yorkshire

"Absolutely fantastic course, learnt a lot of things that I want to learn more about in the future. Jacek was great and explained everything really well and showed me how to operate the machines and the forge. Would definitely do it again. 10/10."

Maheesha Shantha reviewed: *New Silver metal clay mask pendant workshop

"I took my sister & myself to make this silver mask workshop. We have never made silver clay before but Scarlett very nice and very friendly & explained to help us & make it easy for us to learn. We cannot believe how beautiful this mask pendant is. We would like to say to people that you will have a very good day & take home a very beautiful thing. We do not speak good english & Scarlett was very good with us. We will come back soon to make a bracelet. Love from Maheesha & Sanujana Shantha"

Scarlets Fairy Folk responded:

"Thank you for your review girls, considering neither of you had ever used silver clay before you both did very well making the mask pendants. You should be very proud of yourselves. I could see you were both very nervous at first and I am so happy your nerves subsided very quickly and we had a lovely day. Looking forward to seeing you at a bracelet workshop when it is safe from the C virus to do so. S x"

Nicola ?? reviewed: Garden wall mosaic course

"I really enjoyed my day making mosaic. I learnt everything to do with the whole process and as I did a larger piece I needed to finish it at home. We had lots of support and encouragement. We were actively encouraged to mix adhesive so we knew the correct consistency and allowed to take some powders and glass home to complete the piece. Emailed instructions and supplier information sent afterwards so no excuse not to complete my project. Thank you Kate."

Ian reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"The craft day was very rewarding. Value for money excellent, I was surprised at how much you could do with decorating. A good idea of what you want to do is a must as I got lost in knowing what to do with so much choice. At the end of the day I had up to 5 items finished."

Tari reviewed: Beaded flower fairy workshops

"I took a fairy making course and had so much fun! Scarlet was wonderful, helpful, and encouraged everyone to explore their creative side, but always willing to help out in any way. I would highly recommend this! I just love the fairy I made and she is displayed where I can see her daily."

Scarlets Fairy Folk responded:

"Thank you So very much for your lovely review Tari, it was a really good group day. x"

Margaret Forrest reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"I was delighted to attend this course with my daughter, Linda. Alan is an excellent teacher: patient, clear and encouraging. He took great care to show us how to work safely with the tools, avoiding cuts, jabs and RSI. A big thank you also to Alan's partner who provided us with delicious food throughout the day. I would highly recommend Alan's wooden spoon carving course!"

Elizabeth Nuttall reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"A fabulous course which has given me the confidence to have a go at making curtains and blinds for the first time. Janet is brilliant and explains everything clearly and at a comfortable pace. Plus a lovely lunch too. I would highly recommend!"

Lynda newland reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I absolutely loved this candle making course. I came home relaxed, informed and motivated. Sarah took the time to explain everything properly and ran the course brilliantly. We made five different types of candles and got to take everything home. The classes are small which made for a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. It was great value and I’d definitely do it again!"

Candle by Events responded:

"Thank you Lynda, glad you enjoyed the workshop"

Marie Grele reviewed: Stone set rings workshop

"From start to finish this has been he best workshop I have taken. The venue was lovely, tools and equipment in abundance. Jo was very warm, helpful and so relaxed in her approach. We all received a details booklet with instructions to take away. The tuition was amazing, Jo helped us all when we needed it and gave very clear instructions. We weren't rushed and we all completed our beautiful rings. I didn't think it was possible to make such lovely rings first time around. I would highly recommend this course. I booked immediately for the wave ring course and can't wait to attend. Amazing day."

Joanne Tinley Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Marie! It was a pleasure having you in the workshop, and I am so impressed with the lovely rings everyone made. I'm looking forward to seeing you again soon!"

John Bartlett reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I’ve always been fascinated with glass blowing and was so excited when I was bought a voucher for my birthday. The studio was well equipped and Ricky was an excellent tutor and explained every process in great detail. I made 4 pieces and was given many options for each of them, I made a paper weight, tea light holder, ornament and vase. I can’t wait to be told they are ready to collect so that I can see the final results. If you are interested in glass works and glass blowing this is definitely the course for you and it’s great value for money."

Stuart Jackson reviewed: Stamping, embossing & wet-moulding leather

"I would like to thank Wendy and Clive for the recent wet moulding course I attended, leather work courses are few and far between and it was a shame only two people turned up for this course as although only a half day course there is still enough time to cover different aspects, and come away with some quality items, it's a very enjoyable old craft, and a lot can be learned from a hands on course, I hope to make the journey for more of their courses in the future"

Evancliffe Leathercraft responded:

"Thank you for the review. It was a shame that the course was not full, however we are currently in challenging and strange times. The afternoon workshop was full and we actually put on an extra workshop in the evening for two health workers looking to do something crafty. We were very pleased to help out there, that is for sure. We have currently postponed our next workshop (Hand Bound Jouirnal) and will advise on other workshops in line with the advice we are being given nearer to their scheduled date. Any bookings made will be transferable to another workshop. We do expect high demand once this is over. So if you like thelook of something, just book it safe in the knowledge that if we have to postpone we will simply move the booking to a later date and anyone already booked will be first in the queue. Keep enjoying your leatherwork and it was great to see the photos you have posted on our facebook page!"

Sally Winslow reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Just had a wonderful day with Dawn and just one other person, lovely Lynne from London. So pleased I didn’t rearrange as I’m now equipped with new skills for filling the uncertain weeks ahead. Gorgeous work space, light and airy and jam packed with gorgeous fabrics, thread, and other haberdashery. Dawn is a fabulous teacher, patient and friendly and I can’t wait to spend another day at Stitched up and Fleeced."