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Meg Chater reviewed: Architectural homage freehand machine embroidery or drawing with thread workshop

"Stacey is a brilliant teacher, inspirational, full of encouragement with a great ability in believing you can achieve so much more than you thought possible."

Tommy Mason reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Our leather craft course with the magnificent Bill was absolutely brilliant. In no time at all, we had skills to saddle stitch and make a product on the first day. The second day, albeit somewhat ambitious on my part, was even better. With his help, Bill taught me how to expertly make a design for a product I'd seen on the internet. He then coached me into making it, and we even stayed later than planned to finish it the same day. I am so proud of my creation. Bill has a modest workshop and a vast array of specialist tools. However, this is nothing in comparison with his incredible knowledge and huge quantities of tea and biscuits. I'm now tooled up and ready to make some of my own creations, and will be considering an advanced session with Bill in the future. A highly recommended course and worth every penny."

Ruth reviewed: Architectural homage freehand machine embroidery or drawing with thread workshop

"I have attended a few of Stacey's courses and can thoroughly recommend them, whatever your level of craft is. Stacey is skilled at assessing your needs and challenging you gently to develop. She is inspiring, encouraging and supportive. Stacey is also generous with her fabrics and threads as well as her time, talent and skill. As well as this the courses take place in a lovely venue with views of Margate beach- watch the tide come In and go out during the day."

Zoe Matthews reviewed: Indigo & Arashi Shibori workshop

"A really enjoyable morning and well worth the cost as I came away with enough dyed squares to make 3 cushion covers as well as a scarf....well I actually forgot to take them home with me... but Lisa really Kindly posted them to me the following day. Highly recommended!"

Clare Donnelly reviewed: Circular sock knitting machine 'Sock School'

"Loved the course. Fabulous socks - they turned out completely different to what I'd imagined. Masterful colour choice Anne. I'd love to buy a machine to make more on but astronomically expensive. Lunch, tea, cake and biscuits all great. Best of all, though, Anne's tuition and guidance and all the help and support from her team. Not left for one minute without help."

Dorrie McCallum-Banks reviewed: Christmas willow wreath workshop Hemel Hempstead

"I've attended this workshop a few times now, and always have a lovely time. Helen collects her dressing material locally, using only real evergreens - no plastics. The finished wreaths look amazing - so fresh and natural. I've given a few away as gifts, to universal acclaim. Highly recommended."

Helen Reeley Gardens responded:

"Thanks Dorrie. Always good to have you along when you can make it."

Rebecca Dean reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops

"We had a very enjoyable and informative Sunday afternoon course, which I would thoroughly recommend to anyone. Elaine had excellent ideas and examples to inspire us, a huge array of materials, and lovely relaxed surroundings. We are yet to see our creations, but fingers crossed they give us as much pleasure as the course did!"

Penelope Davies reviewed: Modern calligraphy (full day workshop) - Hampshire

"Really enjoyed the day; Sunita is a skilled teacher and practical demonstrator. Will practice with the workbook and hope to join another course in the near future."

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

"Excellent experience, bought as a group gift for a 30th birthday and we had a fabulous time!"

Jill Bowler reviewed: Willow Obelisk Sculpture

"I would have rated this course as good but two things let it down. The group was too large (10) and it was difficult for Kate to get round everyone. The light lunch provided was of extremely poor quality."

Tresillian House responded:

"Dear Jill Thank you for taking the time to review the course. As I explained the normal number for a course is 8 but on this occasion I had taken a telephone booking direct and then received an online booking the same afternoon pre-paid and before I had time to register the course as full. The on-line payment system is new this autumn and perhaps I should review that again - although people tend to prefer to pay on line. I apologise that you felt the lunch was poor and not to your taste. Next time I will cook stew and dumplings and not experiment. Thank you for coming and I hope your sculpture has survived this week's rain!"

Hannah reviewed: Fabric printing & lampshade making workshop

"My sister and I took my mum to Ria's lampshade making course recently for her 60th birthday. What can I say, we had the loveliest day end to end and that was entirely down to the enthusiasm, loveliness and talent of Ria. She was so patient and really got our creative juices flowing, supporting our crazy ideas and providing lots of inspiration. The setting of Ria's studio really adds to the experience, a beautiful building alongside the canal in rural Northamptonshire. Definitely go down the canal to have lunch in the canal boat! I would definitely recommend Ria's lampshade making course, a really fun and interesting day with a lovely lampshade to take away at the end."

Joanne Tinley reviewed: Relief print Christmas card workshop

"I've always wanted to try lino printing so decided to treat myself when I saw this course advertised. I loved it! Rachel was very patient and explained everything we needed very clearly. She had lots of ideas for us to use but I took along a snowflake design - a little ambitious for a beginner but with Rachel's guidance I did it and made lots of lovely cards. A great course, highly recommended!"

Rachel Reynolds responded:

"And a lovely Snowflake print it was too! Thanks for joining us Jo, it was great to have you on the course."

Adam Clementson reviewed: Woodworking - Beginner/Intermediate - four days

"Steve is an excellent instructor, he knows so much and passes that knowledge on very well. Years in the carpentry trade have made him a perfectionist and he also passes on that level of perfection, and if there are two things I take away from this course it's patience and accuracy. I never thought I would make such a beautiful item as the oak table, but it came together and I have an item I can rightly be proud of. Thanks Steve."

Dovetail Woodworking responded:

"Hi Adam, thanks very much for your review, it is much appreciated and I'm glad you enjoyed your time at Dovetail. Steve"

Ruth Blackford reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I had a great day with Judith. I learnt a lot in a comfortable and well equipped environment and was amazed at how much work I produced. Judith's teaching is paced and structured very well with easy to follow instructions and explanations. Highly recommended."

Heather reviewed: Tailored pottery workshops: handbuilding and throwing

"I recently spent a day with Jayne with 3 other friends on a workshop. It was quite simply amazing! Having had very little knowledge about Working with clay , I have come away feeling entirely capable and empowered to start making my own work, the techniques of it all now exciting rather than off-putting! I couldn't recommend Jayne as a teacher more; she's super knowledgable and great at explaining stuff, plus she's a lot of fun to hang out with, which makes for a lovely experience! If you're thinking about taking one of her workshops, just do it, you won't regret it!"

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you Heather x"

Catherine Stanley reviewed: Wheel throwing experience - half day course

"As a special treat for our Mum, my sister and I booked in for a wheel pottery session. Wow it was the most relaxing other worldly thing I have done in a long time. Under Jayne’s expert guidance we created 3 beautiful pots each which Jayne fired in her amazing kiln. Thank you Jayne!"

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you Catherine. I’m so pleased that I could make Mum’s treat extra special!"

Monique Gordon reviewed: Weekend pottery throwing workshop

"Cannot recommend pottery school enough, I attended Nina's six week pottery classes over the summer and now I can't put the clay down! As one of the more affordable pottery courses I was pleasantly shocked at the amount of time we got to spend wheel throwing, the amount of pieces I made and that I'm now able to make my own dinnerware! The pottery classes were in the evening so fit around my work schedule, in a short time i've learnt new skills and even sold some of my pieces; it definitely beat staying at home watching netflix!"

Sarah Newth reviewed: Silver stacking ring/bangle/pendant workshop

"This was a fun evening. The tuition was excellent and Faith is patient and encouraging. We all ended up with 3 lovely silver rings to wear."

Jo Payne reviewed: Craft Workshop: Learn to make silver art clay jewellery in a day (beginner)

"Absolutely loved the whole day! Sally was a great tutor and I can't wait to return for the follow on workshop. I was very impressed with the content of the workshop and found it great value for money as we all got to make beautiful pieces to take home with us. It's certainly inspired me to do more! Thank you!! ?"

Joanne Bostan reviewed: Craft Workshop: Learn to make silver art clay jewellery in a day (beginner)

"What a wonderful day! I definitely recommend this beginners course. Sally is a great teacher, very helpful with lots of tips to help you leave with your own unique piece of silver jewellery."

Olivia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I returned to see Lucy again for a two-day session where we continued to work together on a large necklace. Without Lucy's experience and expert knowledge, I would have been unable to progress and develop the ideas by myself. Her knowledge and advice is unbounded and I always leave feeling so inspired! She also ensures that you really make a lot of progress on your work and really absorb the techniques. She always goes the extra mile and has given me continued support throughout the years to explore my ideas to the absolute fullest. Another very successful few days of tuition!"

Mehibe Etgart reviewed: Fascinator Hat millinery workshop

"I really enjoyed the workshop and learnt so much. I had a one to one day and was able to ask Elena questions without feeling I was taking other people's time. I loved my hat and would recommend the workshop to anyone whom has a interest in hats."

Sarah reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"I have been wanting to do a candle making course for a while and found this course in Bexley with Paula as the host. She was very friendly and welcoming, as the course is at her home. I have learnt so much from this course and feel much more confident knowing how to make a good and safe candle. Paula gave us a pack to take home which included information for selling candles as well as suppliers lists and how to make the candles we had made on the course. I had a great day and it was nice to meet new people as well. The afternoon tea was lovely and Paula was more than happy to keep making us all tea, coffees etc through out the course. I will definitely recommend this course to anyone who wanted to learn about candles. I am looking forward to starting my journey in candle making. :)"

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thank you so much Sarah, so happy you enjoyed it. Xx"

Jane reviewed: Furniture Painting Workshop (levels 1&2 techniques covered) in Warrington, Cheshire

"Having attended the Level 1 Furniture painting course earlier in the year & thoroughly enjoyed it, I was keen to get booked on the Level 2. Jo is extremely knowledgeable, patient and makes the whole day great fun. I would highly recommend attending Jo’s workshops & will be returning for the footstool upholstery workshop in the new year."

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your lovely words Jane, I'm so pleased you got as much out of the level 2 painting course and I look forward to seeing you for some upholstering in 2020! :-)"

Lynne Edwards reviewed: Modern calligraphy (full day workshop) - Hampshire

"A really stimulating day. Sunita welcomed everyone on arrival and paced the day just right. A nice touch that she had made a named bookmark for everyone. Would thoroughly recommend this course."