Latest reviews

Rebecca Taylor reviewed: Wheel throwing experience - half day course

"Great experience, definitely recommend booking if you are interested, makes a perfect gift too!"

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you Rebecca ?"

Claire Highton-Stevenson reviewed: Wheel throwing experience - half day course

"So much fun. Loved every minute of it. Jane is an awesome teacher and I hope to come back again."

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you ?"

Laurence reviewed: Wheel throwing experience - half day course

"We've done a couple of courses with Jayne and they've both been very enjoyable, interesting and rewarding days. Jayne is a great teacher, she helped me through the stages of throwing a pot so I didn't feel too daunted! My girlfriend had a lovely day on the handbuilding course in the lovely surroundings of the studio."

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you Laurence"

Neil reviewed: Wheel throwing experience - half day course

"Very welcoming and really well set up to guide absolute beginners through to making a great creation! My 10 year old daughter and I had a wonderful time."

The Studio at Clapham responded:

"Thank you, I’m so pleased that you both enjoyed the experience. I’ve posted Abi’s video on the Studio at Clapham’s Facebook page. She was a natural!"

Anthony reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Dear Jason and Louise, First of all I would like to say a big thank you to you both for making my recent attendance at one of your Saturday one day workshops really enjoyable. Not only did I learn some new skills which I hope to put into practice again soon but I had a lovely day with you and the other course attendees."

Sheridan reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"Hey Jason, I hope you are well. Thanks again for the past two weekends it has been amazing and really inspiring !"

Richard reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"Hi Jason, after taking part of your 2 day course at the end of July I've been busy sourcing equipment and leather. Wife was very impressed with her bag especially your touch of her initials. Anyway I'm just writing to thank you and Louise for your help and knowledge in giving me a new craft. Yours Richard"

Carol Kiff reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"I just wanted to say a big thank you to you both for the last 2 days sharing your skills and knowledge. Jason must have been exhausted by the time he got home yesterday. I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 days, including Jason’s chatter. I learnt a lot and know that I will find the tools, tips and techniques really useful for my future projects. Wendy & I FaceTime ‘d our Dad last night and showed him our finished handbags- he was most impressed."

Marlis Calvert reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Thank you for organising the workshop on Saturday, we all thoroughly enjoyed the day and came away with lots of ideas and a new skill to put into practise. The friendly atmosphere and the lovely cake at coffee breaktime added to the enjoyment of the day. Thanks again Marlis."

Kim Worthington reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Kate is friendly and enthusiastic. I was welcomed into her home along with 6 others. We could choose which animal we wanted to create and I chose a wren. Most of the others chose cranes and ducks. I think in hindsight I should have gone with the rest of the class, as they were taken through each step in the process. I could, of course, apply the techniques to my bird but there were differences in what I needed to do. Having said that, it was great fun and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. Kate came round to each of us individually to coach and encourage. She was in no rush to finish the day, and gave clear instruction with patience and humour. We were treated to an excellent lunch which included an enormous slice of homemade carrot cake made to her Mum's recipe. Thank you Kate. I had a lovely day."

Jacki reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I had a great Raku day with Richard and the group. It was really interesting and I came away with three attractive pots. We had plenty of tea coffee etc and a delicious lunch."

Fiona Dent reviewed: Introduction to silver clay in Monmouthshire

"Loved it!! A wonderful day. Anna is lovely and so talented. The workshop was very informative and great fun - I feel totally inspired and it's wonderful to go home with jewellery I'll wear. Thank you."

Sue Jones reviewed: Upcycling Paint & Paper Decoupage Furniture Workshop Experience: Spend Two Days with ReVamp Boutique

"24th and 25th September 2019. This was an enjoyable two days where learning a new skill was so much fun. Sarah is brilliant and so enthusiastic to share as much as possible with you. I was delighted with my final piece and am already planning to "up cycle" a couple of side tables. I love it."

Elaine Lorimer reviewed: Group Soap-making Workshop - Soapology Studio - Nottinghamshire

"What a fantastic course, Emma is such a great teacher and explains everything in a way you can understand. The studio was very well equipped and smelt amazing, lunch was included which was really nice. Making the soap in the afternoon was totally amazing and you get to take it home with you. Overall a really great experience, I would highly recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it, you certainly won't be sorry x"

Margaret J Barker reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Salisbury

"The day learning about and making soap last Friday was the best ever run course I have been on. The setting is glorious, the welcome warm and wonderfully perfumed; the delivery of so much interest and informative detail brilliantly presented with wonderful easy to follow handouts. Now I am really looking forward to cutting my large blocks of made soap - too delicious to use for washing at present - as drawer scents just for a while! I will always look at the ingredients on soap labels from now on - something I had not even noticed before. A huge appreciative thank you Catherine."

Laura Corrigan reviewed: One day Mosaic Workshop with Ruth Wilkinson

"This course was fantastic, lots of bases to choose from and great guidance and advice from Ruth when creating the design. Not to mention, the lovely lunch and refreshments provided... altogether a great day!"

Julia reviewed: Pottery throwing course, Aylesbury

"I attended Charlie's workshop 6th October with a friend. It was superb! Highly recommend. Well paced with background info on preparing clay, demonstrations, explanations and of course hands on pot throwing. A very relaxed atmosphere. Lots of encouragement and lots of opportunities to start again with assistance at all stages to reinforce learning. I eventually made three pots that I am really proud of. I think I may have a talent! Can't wait to return to glaze them and collect after the final firing. I will definitely be taking this up. Well done Charlie. You have introduced me to a new interest."

Charlie's Pots responded:

"Hello Julia Many thanks for your review. You are very kind and I am glad you enjoyed the day. Your pots have now been fired and are ready to glaze, so I look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you. Charlie"

Louise Parker reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"Really had a great workshop in Broad Tower Worcestershire. Made a picture of a poppy field. Was very impressed with the end result as this was my first time doing it. Would highly recommend Raya. Can't wait to do some more workshops."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Louise and Dianne. It was lovely to meet you yesterday. I am glad that you enjoyed the workshop. It was a pleasure teaching you! I think your wool paintings look beautiful and you have a good ability in Art. I wish you good luck with your future Art and Craft projects and hope to see you soon at my workshops."

Sharon reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Great course and Jo was fab !! Learnt loads and would highly recommend this course .. excellent day .Thank you Jo ??"

Lorna Rimell reviewed: Beginners spoon carving course

"Thanks for a really excellent course Steve. Prior to the course, I had no experience of wood carving of any kind. I had an idea that it would be a more gentle activity than it was. There was quite a bit of axe work prior to the more delicate shaping. But it was so satisfying to see a spoon emerge from what looked like a chunk of firewood. I'm so pleased with my spoon. As a first attempt it's a bit chunky and rough around the edges but, now that I've sanded and oiled it, I can really use it. It's my little work of art. Thanks for an enjoyable day and a new set of skills."

Val Mitchell reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"We would highly recommend the glass fusing taster lesson with Sarah. Sarah is friendly and very informative and explained all the various processes. There is a large range of materials to choose from and we were very pleased with our 4 different items that we both made. Thank you Sarah for a brilliant afternoon. Val and Bob"

Claire reviewed: Try Enamel workshop - suitable for all abilities

"My sister and I had a brilliant time at Teresa's Enamel Workshop yesterday. We were beginners and were given really clear instructions and chose to make enamelled pictures. Teresa is an excellent teacher and kindly allowed us extra time to finish the pictures so that we didn't feel rushed and we are delighted with the results. Thank you for a fantastic experience. I would really recommend this workshop."

David Hey reviewed: Five day woodwork course - tools

"Throughly enjoyed the course, and I was very happy with the Spinning Stool that I made, my first ever wood working project. Richard and Mark give you just enough tuition so that you feel confident in what you are doing, and always have an eye open for when you start to go wrong. I would recommend this to anyone interested in wood working."

DIANA Penhallow reviewed: Ceramic sculpture for all abilities in Kent

"Having never tried my hand at creating anything in 3D form before, I have to say that each time I attend a session with Brenda Burgess - and I have now been three times - I not only enjoy it more each time but also manage to produce something I am almost proud of. The hours spent creating are precious and relaxing and exhausting all at the same time and I really cannot wait for my next course. Brenda's guidance and patience is wonderful as she gives you the confidence to attempt the impossible or that's how it feels! Thank you."

Brenda Burgess Arts responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review Diana. It is really kind of you. I look forward to seeing you again soon. Brenda"

Shaaron Chick reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"Attended one of Jill’s courses a while ago. I was worried as I am not very artistic, but Jill guided me through clearly and patiently what I needed to do. Made to feel very welcome. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and looking forward to another in the near future."

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Shaaron, so pleased you enjoyed the day. We hope to see you again soon."