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Richard Brockman reviewed: Alternative firing - Introduction to Naked Clay Workshop - West Sussex

"Convenient location Good transport links Shared free parking Tutors friendly and efficient Sympathetic to beginners Reliable, good quality equipment No hanging around Companionable lunches"

Vivienne Gibbons reviewed: Natural soap & cosmetic products workshop

"Wow - absolutely brilliant! Knowledgeable, informative, friendly. Everyone was supported to make beautiful products that smell and look spectacular, plus a wonderfully presented afternoon tea. Both myself and my friend will be booking again. Thank you so much. We had a great, relaxing and enjoyable time. Viv and Geraldine from Leeds."

Gerry reviewed: Creative Art as Therapy

"I wanted to change direction from my old, staid way of expressing myself artistically, and Tajinder's methods were ideal for that. After a long break I am now ready to pick up a paintbrush again. Thank you, Tajinder!"

Deborah Morton reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Excellent plan for the day. Plenty to do but scope to go your own way if desired- but not in my case!"

Barbara Lowe reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Came to a previous workshop following an open studios visit. Great workshop, excellent teacher. So good to complete a piece on the day. I'm very inspired to stop talking about it and start doing it! Many thanks."

Tany Alexander reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Wonderful workshop. Relaxed and encouraging. Just enough "input" at the right pace. Really appreciated the loan of the machine. Great location and nice cake! Thank you."

Veonica King reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"I had the most amazing day, and will be back!!! Thank you so much."

Nick Alexander reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Dear George. Thanks very much for your and your wife's hospitality yesterday. The course was very informative, and as an absolute beginner at wood turning it was a real pleasure to create a beautiful finished bowl - which has been much admired by friends and neighbours, and most importantly, my wife! I am sure that you are correct to keep the numbers of students to a minimum. The constant flow of information and advice , and of course the demonstrations and " hands on" practical work, is much better when you provide virtually individual attention. Nick."

paul reviewed: Traditional Saddle Stitching with Armitage Leather

"I took a 4 day introduction to leather work course, as I was an absolute beginner and wanted to see if I liked leather work as a way to relax away from my day job. I chose Nigel, as I wanted to learn the correct more traditional techniques, and after looking on YouTube etc, thought he was the best person to learn from. I wasn't wrong. Nigel is patient, witty and an extremely gifted teacher, putting you at ease straight away and making the days fly by. The instruction is thoroughly explained, with lots of tool options to try - especially useful if you are left handed like myself. The course far exceeded my expectations, so I am now looking to purchase some tools and get practising before a return visit for the next set of instructions. As people have said previously, it is also the knowledge that you can get in touch after the course has finished which is extremely important. Thank you for making for the days richly enjoyable and I left with a beautiful wallet and pouch."

Ann Fewtrell reviewed: Introduction to woodturning: one to one

"A friend and I, both complete novices, had a great day of wood turning with Bill, he’s a patient teacher who gets the balance of showing/teaching/helping just right. He’s got a really well set up workshop so no hanging around waiting for a piece of equipment to be available. We are both ridiculously proud of our creations and would happily go back to learn more - highly recommended."

Leah reviewed: Corset making: Victorian / Beginners

"I had an amazing time with Lisa on the two day Victorian corset course. Lisa is a fantastic passionate teacher who makes all students feel welcome and at ease throughout the course. It is also a bonus meeting lots of lovely like minded people on the course. I really did learn so much on the course you certainly won’t be left disappointed. *****"

Vicky Shoosmith reviewed: Dorset weekly pottery classes

"I joined this pottery class last year and have loved every minute of it. In fact, I get withdrawal symptoms when the classes aren't on. I've made some wonderful pieces with Rachel's help, she is a brilliant teacher and we all have so much fun. Thoroughly recommend."

Ann PHILLIPS reviewed: Spoon carving course (1 day)

"Thoroughly enjoyed my day at Coppicewood. Excellent tutor, location, food and company. Highly recommended."

The Coppice Plot responded:

"Hi Ann, thanks very much for your review. Glad you enjoyed the course!"

Simon Stepniak reviewed: 1 day Leather craft course beg/int

"A warm welcome kicked off a great day. I walked in not knowing one end of a cow from another and left inspired to make a set of Louis Vuitton luggage. A very rewarding course covering a lot of hands on stuff. Slim is a brill teacher, no pressure, takes you through everything methodically at your own pace all coaxed along with plenty of tea and biscuits and a beautiful lunch. A very hospitable host. Thanks again Slim for an extremely enjoyable and productive day."

Tina Neale reviewed: Morning and Afternoon Art Classes for adults - Exeter

"This course has exceeded my expectations in every way. I have completed two terms and plan to return in the autumn. It has been lovely to learn and achieve in a relaxed and friendly environment. Our teacher Chloe has encouraged us to develop our own strengths and styles in a very supportive atmosphere and Joanne does a great job looking after us throughout, plus providing us with fabulous refreshments and keeps the log burner going!!!"

ColourWheel Exeter responded:

"Thank you very much Tina for your kind words and we both look forward to seeing you for your catch up classes in May and you joining us again in September."

Lee Birchenough reviewed: Sword making course

"Andy was a great teacher...allowed you to work at your own pace; there when you needed help but otherwise just stood back and let you get on with it. Friendly and pleasant guy. Highly recommend this to anyone!"

Julia Adamson reviewed: Colourful stained glass panel making course

"I did this day course with my mum and we were both complete beginners. Jo taught us the different stages at a reasonable pace and with lots of demonstration and help when needed. We were both thrilled with our stained glass panels. I can highly recommend this course."

Jo Snowdon Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review, I'm so glad you had a great day and enjoyed learning some new skills! Best wishes, Jo"

Chris Wheatley reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"What a great course, ran by an excellent teacher. Although I’m an occasional whittler I’ve never been any good at carving spoons. I learnt loads on this course, not only about carving spoons but about carving & axe and knife techniques in general. And what an amazing location. It seemed fitting to be carving in a yurt in a field."

Stella O'Donnell reviewed: Container candlemaking course and wax melts with afternoon tea

"We had a great day, and Jools was very informative and helpful. She made the day special with her warm personality, and the afternoon tea was lovely and there was plenty of it. I would highly recommend this course it was very inspiring. A big thank you for a fabulous day."

Jo Green reviewed: Silver clay Warwickshire

"What a fantastic course! As a compete beginner I learned so much in just one day, thanks to Kate and her excellent teaching. Loved the day and will be booking another course with Kate. I couldn't recommend this course more highly, absolutely brilliant."

Rosie reviewed: Regular ceramic & glazing tuition and pottery wheel workshops Shetland

"We attended Sonje's pottery class for a girl's day out! We were both beginners having never created with pottery before. Sonje was very kind and let us create pieces that we liked, including using the lovely pottery wheel. We could work at our own pace and Sonje gave us very good advice to improve our pieces! Thanks again."

Werxzovart responded:

"Thanks Rosie, It was great to meet you and do some pottery with you both! Was certainly a lot of fun and glad you enjoyed yourselves as well. Good luck on your travels and may see you again one day! Sonje"

Kevin Watters reviewed: Introduction to woodturning: one to one

"My 11 year old son and I spent a very enjoyable day with Bill at his well equipped workshop on the Introduction to Woodturning course. I was a bit apprehensive that the course would not be suited to my son but Bill worked really well with him and was very patient as he created a Harry Potter style wand. I turned a shallow bowl to use as a wallet/coin tray and at every stage, Bill explained to us the difference in effect depending on the wood used, the grain, the tools, the lathe speed, etc. I can't imagine anyone being able to be more informative and helpful than Bill, who seems to do with ease something that I experienced to be rather more challenging. This was a really good introduction and I will use the advice given, hopefully to good effect, in terms of equipment to buy. I strongly suspect, that we will be back with Bill at some point to help us take that next step."

Kiera reviewed: An introduction to hand embroidery : sew your own hoop art

"I booked on Hannah's embroidery course with my mum on Mother's Day and we both had such a lovely and relaxing afternoon. Hannah is a fountain of knowledge for anything arts and craftsy. I absolutely love her designs as they are original and unique. Hannah is so patient and the small group size meant that no one in the group got left behind. From not knowing anything about embroidery or sewing in general, I'm now confident with a range of stitches that I can use at home. I can't recommend it enough. I will definitely be back!"

Bev Williams reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"We first met Rebecca at Farnham Maltings, displaying her wonderful wares. I subsequently ordered a beautiful lampshade for my daughter’s Christmas present. This was personally delivered by Rebecca, who was concerned about the reliability of the post. Thank you! My daughter and I then spent an interesting morning with Rebecca, which flew past, learning to weave on an 8 saddle loom. We had only woven on simple looms before, so were excited to produce some great patterns, the diagonal being my favourite. As the looms were already warped up, after some instruction, we could move onto weaving our samples. Of course, we are now eager to learn how to warp up the loom. Another workshop seems to be on the cards or perhaps the purchase of a Louet! Thank you Rebecca for inspiring us!"

Brian Halton reviewed: Premium experience package dry stone walling for beginners

"An excellent course with lots of good fun and chat mixed with real hands-on experience. The lads are patient teachers and are great at instructing us "would be" novice wallers. The wild and unspoilt location is fantastic, but tea and lunch breaks are delivered with tablecloth / napkins and panache....yes even up the mountains!!! Congratulation on the course, would love to return for another."