Latest reviews

Jenny reviewed: Blacksmithing experience - spend a day in the forge

"Had a good day. Quite fast paced and possibly better suited to those more familiar with tools in general but I had fun. Richard provided plenty of coffee and snacks!"

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"Thank you for your kind review and I was pleased to have met you. Glad you enjoyed your day and had fun. Always plenty of refreshments available to add to the day. Richard "

Christine Wynne reviewed: Ecoprinted Lampshades

"A wonderful day being creative! As a novice crafter, I felt at ease with Fiona, who was very organised, and was thrilled with really wonderful results - now am keen to try more."

Lisa H reviewed: Making silk flowers workshop

"I had a really enjoyable day making a silk peony, instructed by Rose. She was very patient and gave good instructions which really helped. The peony itself was a very complicated flower but Rose took us through us step by step. I was very happy how mine turned out, but don't think I could replicate it at home as it felt very complicated, but I'd love to try a different flower. Also, having a full set of instructions to take home would've been really good, so if I was feeling a bit brave, I could work through them step by step. "

Made with Rose responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Lisa. So glad that you enjoyed the day and yes the peony has a lot of petals but you managed to make a stunning flower. Well done. I do lots of other flowers and different techniques, and would love for you to try different flowers. Keep in touch and thanks again Rose"

Nicola & Sheila reviewed: Autumnal Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop

"We had the most wonderful time, Jules was very knowledgeable, friendly and a great teacher. We enjoyed it so much that we will be going back and suggesting it to others. "

Laura reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Ann helped me on a 1:1 knitting course, it was great and I felt like I learnt so much in a short space of time. I could learn at my own pace and Ann was very attentive and helpful. "

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to post this lovely review. I am glad you found the knitting course so helpful and that you felt you learnt so much in the time available. I hope knitting now becomes a lifelong hobby for you. Kind regards Ann"

Mary reviewed: Weave a Willow Frame Basket

"I enjoyed the day course with wonderful people all willing to share their knowledge. The music was also enjoyable and gave some relief when pockets of frustration emmerged. We all completed an egg basket that I would say for beginners in a day was good, Jane the tutor was patient and helpful."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very happy you enjoyed the class! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Nic Carter-Jones reviewed: Painting Workshops in West Pembrokeshire with Kate Freeman

"Kate is an exceptional artist and an excellent teacher. She lets you work at your own pace and really encourages you to ‘find yourself and your style’. At some points in my two day workshop I found myself quite emotional at the things Kate let me find out about myself."

Coach House Studio responded:

"That's lovely Nic, thank you. I'm so glad you found the workshop helpful - hopefully you will continue to develop your artwork. Best wishes, Kate"

Kara reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery for Beginners

"Jo is an absolutely fantastic teacher. She has a background in education and you can really tell. My partner and I booked on to the course and our expectations were met and then greatly exceeded. Everything you could have wanted in a course and in a teacher. Jo is knowledgeable, patient, friendly and supportive. We learnt about the material, how to work with it and designed our pieces from scratch. We then sculpted our designs out of silver clay following Jo’s guidance. Finally we got to fire and polish our pieces. We now have two amazing hand made pieces of jewellery each and we couldn’t be happier. I highly recommend booking a course with Jo. "

Jo Hunter Wearable Art responded:

"Thank you so much, Kara! It was a pleasure to meet you both and I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop. Jo"

Ilda Mateus reviewed: Learn How to Decoupage Workshop

"I really enjoyed taking part in the course. I learned a lot and received plenty of helpful advice throughout. It was a valuable experience that gave me useful insights and boosted my confidence."

Elspeth Young reviewed: Getting Started with Stained Glass - two day workshop

"My friend and I just completed Jan Simpson's two day stained glass for beginners, and came away with beautiful stained glass panels. Jan's teaching is clear and precise with lots of demonstrating and help. She shared all the information we needed to understand a bit about stained glass and to build our panels. She is friendly and patient. We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves more!"

Jan Simpson Studio Glass t/a Koru Arts responded:

"thank you Elspeth"

David Parsons reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"Fantastic course. Mark is a superb host at his relaxing forest workshop. He explained and demonstrated each stage of green spoon-making from splitting the wood to completing the finished spoon, one step at a time, then guiding us to do the same. He emphasised safe techniques so we could go home and repeat the process without injuring ourselves. He had different makes of tools for us to compare and try, to help us choose if we wanted to buy our own in the future. Tea, coffee and biscuits were provided during the day and his wife cooked a wonderful lunch for us all. Overall, a relaxing day out, either as a novel one-off or with the confidence to go home and start a new hobby. Highly recommended."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"David, thank you for the great review and glad you enjoyed the day. Keep carving! All the best Mark and Cristina"

Sharon & Lorraine reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"Elaine was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to, we had a very informative and helpful course with her, learning all aspects of her work, we also came away with some beautiful items, would highly recommend her. "

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for your review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your day and went away with some lovely projects. With Best Wishes Elaine "

Debs Wright reviewed: A day of drawing with line and wire in Derbyshire

"Fabulous day, great teacher, gorgeous surroundings but most importantly I learnt a whole bunch of new techniques, used materials I’d never used before and came home with some lovely pieces and extra supplies so I can continue at home. A great day Liz thank you so much "

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Debs, Great to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to tell me about your workshop. It was lovely working with you, especially when there’s such positivity and willingness to try everything out and see where it takes us. Hope this takes you in new and interesting directions. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Katharina from Austria reviewed: Eco Printing

"I had a great time in the woods near Warminster. I learned a lot about ecoprinting and we could experiment with different kind of fabric, mordant and leaves. The products we took home are brilliant and really beautiful. Thanks to Jaqui and Pete for your teaching and your help. They even gave me a lift to the town which was very kind. Thanks a lot."

Kerry reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"What a fabulous day! Paul is the loveliest, most talented & knowledge man. He completely put me at ease. Such beautiful surroundings for a relaxing, well-being day. Paul takes you through every step with patience & a down to earth manner. I am hooked & thrilled with my completed piece. Thank you Paul."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Kerry, that is very kind. Please do get in touch if you need any information 🙂 Very best wishes Paul"

G reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"A very enjoyable course and would recommend!"

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank you G, You both did a brilliant job of your animals, hope you keep on exploring needle felting 😁. "

Sarah reviewed: Art Friends. Learn how to become an artist. The Manor Farm, Buckingham.

"Really lovely class. Great tutorial explaining techniques and lots of hands on help to develop our individual paintings. Lovely venue with tea, coffee and cake provided. Thanks Sarah"

Chris and Jenny reviewed: One day Traditional Lead Stained Glass Course

"It takes a few hours to learn the techniques for cutting and shaping glass pieces, but Cheryl is always there to aid and encourage. Assembling the leaded panel looks easy but needs dexterity, and once again, Cheryl is there to help. We would return ourselves, and also recommend to others."

Cheryl Powling Glass responded:

"Thank you so much ..,you were both amazing.. great meeting you x "

Sarah reviewed: A day on the tiles: one-day mosaic workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed our Mosaic day with Fiona. I booked very last minute for a friends birthday, and Fiona warmly accepted the booking even though there were just the 2 of us. As soon as we walked through the door, the kettle was on (as it was several times during the day) and biscuits / cake were available if we wanted to indulge. Despite both of us having very busy work / personal lives we immediately relaxed into the task in hand. Fiona spent time explaining the process to us, showing us the materials available to use and the tools needed for the job. She also gave safety advice. She helped us to make decisions about the design of our Mosaic - we both had ideas, and Fiona was able to use her knowledge to help us to decide what was achievable as beginners and in the time available - I must add that my friends chosen design could have been considered quite detailed for a beginner, and yet Fiona was encouraging from the start. She knew that we were both 'crafters' and made us feel supported enough to achieve our goals. Fiona worked alongside us rather than watching over our shoulder, which we both appreciated, but she was always there to offer advice on technique, colour, and to cut a few tiles for us if we were concerned about finishing. We totally relaxed into the task, chatted as if we had known each other forever, and had the most wonderful day - and at the end of it we had both produced a piece of work that we loved and felt very proud of ourselves! Fiona sent us home with a bag of grout to finish the Mosaic when the adhesive has totally dried (in a day or 2) and we have promised to send her a photo each. I feel the price of the workshop was spot on, and at no time did Fiona make us feel hurried. I would certainly recommend, and will very likely treat myself to another day with her - I fancy making a set of coasters! Thank you to Fiona - a lady who is very talented at her chosen craft, makes a perfect cuppa, and is just really nice and easy to work alongside. I feel the bug has bitten!!! Always dangerous and usually expensive!! "

Andy Kerslake reviewed: Stained Glass for beginners

"We had a fantastic day creating stained glass mobiles. Everything was explained clearly, help was always at hand, the group was super friendly and the lunch was delicious. Highly recommended "

Ann & Ian reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Support Course (Obelisk and Cloche) at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden

"Myself and my husband completed the full day course making a plant support & cloche each. The whole day was inspiring and so interesting… Marianne was really helpful, calm and very inspiring… a lovely teacher!! We were thrilled to take home our creations and have had so many complements on them in our garden !! Highly recommend the workshop. "

David Evans reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"I have done two one day courses with Lee Wright. Both days were an absolute delight. The course was attended by three other people, each of us at the same beginner level. With a small number of people Lee was able to give close attention to each of our efforts. Very informative with all materials supplied. Lots of practical advice and help. I highly recommend Lee as a teacher. "

Richard reviewed: Getting Started with Stained Glass - two day workshop

"Jan was very experienced and knowledgeable, also a great teacher. No pressure and plenty of cups of tea. I came away having successfully made a leaded light panel of a dozen or so elements and I am confident in my ability to move forward on my own, although Jan said she's always ready to help if we get stuck. I really feel that she wants to encourage more people to take up the craft and succeed at it."

Sue Daniels reviewed: Seaglass and silver ring workshop

"I was so excited to do the silver seaglass ring course and wasn't disappointed. Elena was so knowledgeable, kind and patient and the course was held in a well equipped pleasant space. Highly recommend the course and I fully intend doing courses with Elena in the future "

Seathrift Studios responded:

"Thank you Sue! I thought your finished ring was absolutely gorgeous and it was a total pleasure to meet you. Thank you for your lovely comments and I'd love to see you again 😊"

Adele reviewed: Crochet for Beginners with Joy Spelman

"Joy was a patient tutor and able to split her time equally amongst students of many levels. Regrettably the morning got off to a bad start and was spoilt by the extraordinarily rude reception we received from the person in the main shop. "