Latest reviews

Sharon Sharpe reviewed: Mug making workshop

"Amazing, my mugs hold coffee or tea without leaking. All down to Carla’s excellent tuition. A great evening, much fun was had."

Helen Mountford reviewed: Weekly Saturday morning art classes in Stockton Brook with Louise Adams

"Great class , we all are at different levels but all have strengths and weaknesses, Louise is very encouraging as are the other people in the class. It's not a competition. We just all enjoy the few hours of relaxing and enjoying painting. We all learn from one another which is really nice a mixture of ages and experience."

Stockton Brook Studios responded:

"Thanks Helen! I am looking forward to a new creative year. I love to see everybody’s work and ways of looking at things."

Sue reviewed: Stained Glass Traditional Leading Workshop for Beginners

"Mike and Jenny's garden panel workshop was the first of many classes I've taken with them. They are great teachers delivering step by step tutorials with individual support and guidance as required. Tea and biscuits are always in plentiful supply and the background music sets the mood for a most enjoyable, creative time."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Great to hear you enjoy the music Sue. Looking forward to seeing what you create in the studio next time. All the best, Jenny & Mike"

Alison Tuck reviewed: Dorset weekly pottery classes

"I joined the class last year and have never looked back......the class is the highlight of my week and I love being able to create my own ideas with the valuable support and guidance of Rachel.....there’s a great atmosphere and plenty of laughs along with learning....love it, love it......"

Rachel Fooks Ceramics responded:

"Hi Alison, thanks for the lovely review. It's the highlight of my week too! I'm glad you enjoy coming and the pottery you make is beautiful. Rachel x"

Brooke reviewed: Stained Glass Traditional Leading Workshop for Beginners

"I bought this as a Christmas present for my husband and I to do together. Neither of us had worked with stained glass before, but the support and tuition received meant we came away with pieces we were really proud of. Mike and Jenny are great fun to work with and are always very welcoming, keeping you well supplied with tea/coffee and biscuits all day and provide a great lunch at the cafe next door."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hi Brooke, What a lovely review, thank you. Hope you are enjoying married life and looking forward to seeing you guys sometime again in 2020 - even if it's just to call in and say 'hello'. All the best, Jenny & Mike"

Katie Wallis reviewed: Interior design and decor onsite 5 week course

"I have thoroughly enjoyed each week of this interior decor course and I have learnt so much. What I particularly like about the course is that you are able to bring along a real live project to work on and apply Nikki’s teaching to it. This is quite unique, I haven’t found another course that offers this type of training. There is a small amount of homework set each week but nothing too challenging and if you’re unable to get the work completed Nikki is quite flexible in rescheduling dates. Nikki has so much experience you really feel like you’re in safe hands and she goes over and above helping you to realise your interior dreams. I couldn’t recommend this course enough."

Katie Wallis reviewed: Interior design and decor onsite 5 week course

"I have thoroughly enjoyed each week of this interior decor course and I have learnt so much. What I particularly like about the course is that you are able to bring along a real live project to work on and apply Nikki’s teaching to it. This is quite unique, I haven’t found another course that offers this type of training. There is a small amount of homework set each week but nothing too challenging and if you’re unable to get the work completed Nikki is quite flexible in rescheduling dates. Nikki has so much experience you really feel like you’re in safe hands and she goes over and above helping you to realise your interior dreams. I couldn’t recommend this course enough."

Jill holding reviewed: Interior design and decor onsite 5 week course

"I recently bought a flat which needed complete renovation – being located on the top floor meant the rooms were unusual in shape and proved quite a design challenge. I was lucky enough to find Nikki who completely opened my eyes to interior design. Nikki ran an informative interior decor & design course where I learnt over the course of 5 weeks how to design my own flat – I learnt about colour, lighting, texture and so much more – I now have the most amazing home which i truly love, and in Nikki I have found a lovely friend. If you would like to learn the rudiments of interior decor whilst designing your own space i would highly recommend this course and Nikki’s warm, knowledgeable and fun way of teaching."

Libby Hart reviewed: Stained Glass Traditional Leading Workshop for Beginners

"Leaded Garden Panel Workshop - did this workshop on a really hot day last summer. It was just brilliant with lots of one to one instruction, help with colours and unlimited tuition and patience. Am so pleased with the finished panel and love the way it catches the light in the late afternoon sun. Will certainly be signing up for more classes in 2020. Bring it on!!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hello Libby, It was great working with you then, and since. And looking forward to the next creation you make under our guidance. Best regards, Jenny & Mike"

Claire reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Had a brilliant day!!! Jolene was an excellent host and teacher and we were able to go as fast or slow as we wanted. Great new skills ..... I will be going back Thanks"

Ann Kent reviewed: Stained Glass Traditional Leading Workshop for Beginners

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day, went so quickly despite staying late to finish my panel. Very clear instruction from Jenny and Mike, and well timed help when I needed it. Totally enjoyed it all, fab lunch too!"

Vitreus Art responded:

"Hi Ann, Thank you for taking the time to right a review for us. It was a pleasure working with you and we hope you are enjoying your panel very much. All the best, Jenny & Mike"

Helena reviewed: The Candle Making Experience

"Great course, great value for money (when you think about the products you bring home too!) I'd never been on a candle making course before so was great to try something different - I'm always looking for something new to try and this was recommended. I'd recommend if you're looking to try different craft activities."

Misha reviewed: Paper Marbling Class Full Day at Portsmouth Museum

"I thoroughly enjoyed my workshop with James. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. It was a very relaxed atmosphere, and great that I was able to choose what we did in the workshop. I learnt so much in such a short space of time. I'd highly recommend this to anyone and would love to do another workshop with James."

James Mouland Ebru Studio responded:

"Thanks Misha, you made some great progress, I look forward to seeing you again soon."

Sarah Phillips reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"The day was well structured and clearly presented. Theresa was a really good teacher, and full of enthusiasm. Theresa would demonstrate each different stage, and then help you to get over problems you had as you tried it. I was a complete beginner and I would thoroughly recommend this course. I will be booking up more with the Spinning Barn!"

The Spinning Barn responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Sarah, it is very much appreciated. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your day and found it helpful. I was most impressed with your spinning and really hope that you continue. It would be great to see you on another workshop but I am always here for advice in the meantime. Best wishes."

Ben Tregenna reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"A wonderful and inspiring day course! As an absolute beginner I learnt so much and came home with a magnificent bowl and other bits. A really warm and friendly couple, Simon’s teaching was well paced and Louise provided a great lunch and never ending cups of coffee. Cannot recommend too highly!"

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Ben, Thank you for your lovely review :-). We're really pleased you had a good day, and it was lovely to meet you. We get a buzz from the enthusiasm that our 1-2-1 woodturning workshop can generate for this really interesting craft."

Colin Delasaux reviewed: 1 day Leather craft course beg/int

"This was an excellent course! As a beginner Slim gave an informative and very interesting introduction to this craft, the making of a small-change purse put everything into context and made the day really enjoyable. Slim was only too willing to help sort out tangles, knots and all manner of problems, including poor lost souls who got lost in Sheffield, thanks for a great day."

Ross Leather and Wood responded:

"Hi Colin thanks so much for your lovely comments. I'm very happy you enjoyed the course. It was a pleasure working with you and hope to see you again sometime. Slim"

Katy Knight reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop half-day at Silver Designed Personally

"I booked a half day silversmithing workshop with Sara for a birthday present and it was an excellent experience. Sara was very welcoming and instantly helped us with lots of design ideas, ensuring she was there to support throughout. Sara had lots of suggestions if anything needed correcting and she was a great teacher, explaining the process as we went through. It was fantastic to take home some finished pieces and I would highly recommend this course to all!"

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Katy, thanks for taking time to write me a review, it was lovely to meet you both and I really enjoyed working on your ideas - great results!! Sara"

Cate reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass

"A lovely and knowledgeable lady, Sarah runs brilliant courses. Would happily recommend Sarah & her courses to everyone!"

Linda Quinn reviewed: Lino printmaking workshop

"Donna is a great teacher. We enjoyed our day session and it fired us up to make our own linocut designed xmas cards for 2018 and 2019. It was great seeing other people's designs as they were awesome."

Paul Hynes reviewed: Introduction to woodturning: one to one

"I had a fantastic day with Bill. He was knowledgeable and shared his skill and enthusiasm in a way a novice could follow. The process to making a beautiful bowl was covered really well. Bill's technique of telling, showing and then allowing me to do for myself really suited me. His workshop is well equipped and warm. And his welcome was equally warm. A great experience."

Narinder Dhami reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass

"Really enjoyed Sarah's wreath making class, despite me being totally unartistic! Sarah explained everything very simply and made up her own weath alongside us, so we could observe what she was doing. I found that really helpful, especially after a glass of Prosecco! The atmosphere was lovely and festive - I'm sure I'll be back. Thank you, Sarah x"

Margaret reviewed: "Thistle" Mosaic Basics

"Maggie is an excellent tutor and ever so talented, I've known her teaching painting and digital art for many years and so glad she decided to follow her heart and open this studio. Both my children and grandchildren attended classes and they absolutely loved it."

Minoan Mosaic Studio responded:

"Thank you ever so much for the kind words !"

Patricia reviewed: Learn how to make a stained glass panel

"Brian has a wealth of knowledge and experience in stained glass techniques. I spent 2 days learning from him and have come away buzzing with new ideas. His new studio space is great - very spacious and really well equipped. Thanks Brian...I really enjoyed learning from you."

Liz Davis reviewed: The Candle Making Experience

"Had a great time with my family prior to Christmas making some wonderful candles which we are now enjoying. Good activity to do as a group and informative too. As we were all one family we do now have quite a lot of the candles! However all smell wonderful and we enjoyed choosing our own fragrance for the large candle so we do have some variety."

Gemma reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"My partner bought me this experience as a gift for us both, it was a great day , amazing skills . We both really enjoyed it ! Thanks"