Latest reviews

Barry Pettitt reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners - morning

"My daughters bought me this as a Xmas present - as I am least creative person and I think they thought I'd make a fool of myself!! I did worry that I might be useless (wasn't good at woodwork 40 years ago!) but Stephen shows how to do it all and I was delighted with my end result - it looked like a spoon!! It was a great way to spend a few hours and it was a great gift even for someone not good at "handicrafts""

Nancy Archer reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Had a great day under the supportive and knowledgable guidance of Barbara, I can’t believe that I was able to produce such a piece on my first Batik course...I’m going to get it framed. Everything required provided in the course fee + Lunch, cake and drinks all through the day. Would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to explore Batik in a friendly and supportive atmosphere."

Alison Gordon reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"A really fun day, thank you! We all learned so many new skills and thanks for all your help and patience!! Best wishes Alison, Abi, Jane & Marie-Claire"

Shirley Hill reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Absolutely fabulous day, wonderful teacher! Delicious food for lunch and a very special day!! Thank you xx"

Rupert Clement reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Amazing day! Gill is so encouraging and I am thrilled with my piece! Thank you Gill"

Sara reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"What a find! I’ve been looking for a workshop like this for a while. Dawn was a fabulous host; welcoming and friendly even though I turned up early! She was a super guide with all things machine embroidery and all six of the women who attended left with their own masterpieces. There’s a great sense of achievement when you walk away having, not only enjoyed the workshop but also having pieces of art you created to show to friends. I would highly recommend this workshop not only for Dawn’s expertises but also the delicious cake and beautiful white cat. I’m sure I’ll book again!"

Rosie Seville reviewed: Beginners 2 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Fantastic course and a lovely environment to work in, Gill is such a very friendly and informative teacher! I am now hoping to set up a workshop of my own!! Thanks Gill x"

Tamsin Richards reviewed: Beginners 2 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Thank you for a brilliant course, such a fantastic experience and I have leant so much! Would love to come back!! Best wishes Tamsin x"

Helen reviewed: Two person 'Have a Bash' at Blacksmithing course in Shropshire

"What a super day. My husband bought this as a treat for me and my sister in law and we had the best time ever. Jake gave great demonstrations and explained everything really clearly. We got to make a poker and letter opener and they look brilliant, especially the poker in which you try different techniques to get the details and finish. Lunch was at a cute little cafe and gave the boost for the afternoon. Jake is a true artist, incredibley talented and a great teacher. I have a new appreciation for the hard work and creativity involved in being a blacksmith. I can’t reccommend highly enough."

Keith Seagrim reviewed: Beginner's Traditional Stained Glass 2 Day Course

"Thanks so much Gill, I really enjoyed the course a lot. I have learnt so much about stained glass, it's my new hobby!!"

Frank Ryehill reviewed: Beginner's Traditional Stained Glass 2 Day Course

"A brilliant 2 day weekend course and achieved far more than I thought I would. Sign of a good teacher! Many thanks! Frank"

Katie Richards reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Thank you so very much, I've been spoiled from the moment I arrived. Love my stained glass panel and I've loved learning this new technique. Looking forward to coming back to make some Xmas decorations! x"

Cerys Knox reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"What a great course! Achieved far more than I ever expected - I love my panel Thanks Gill, I'll be back!!"

Chris Chapman reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"Ollie is a brilliant teacher very knowledgeable and his teaching style is very relaxed and informative. I would not hesitate to recommend this course to anyone. I am going to book on the two day course later this summer"

Louise Murphy reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Fantastic day, Gill went above and beyond to help and was so patient and helpful. Great lunch too, catering for an awkward diet! Thank you so much for going the extra mile (100 miles!) on the course, I really did appreciate all the special effort you put in. Thanks again and best wishes Louise"

Jan reviewed: Gelli Printmaking with No5workshops Group Booking

"Thank you Armi for a lovely afternoon foil printing. Armi so knowledgeable and helpful with calm manner. Lovely studio, we had great fun. Would highly recommend."

Steve reviewed: “One-to-one” basic woodwork course

"Brilliant day in the hills with Nathan, I really learned a lot and would highly recommend a course with him"

Maureen Venn reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"Hi Gill, I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed my day at your workshop on Saturday. The care and attention you gave us along with the tuition was superb! Never have I been to a craft workshop before where I had that amount of concentrated help, it was brilliant! Great workshop, lovely lunch and brilliant day! Kindest regards Maureen"

Nikki reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Hi Dawn I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed the workshop at your house on Saturday, and it was great to experiment freely with such a lovely selection of different threads and scraps of fabric. Your cake was delicious, and it was a nice relaxed environment to work in. Thanks, Nikki James"

Neil Barney reviewed: Glass fusing with artist Patricia Lee - as seen on BBC1 Home Is Where The Art Is

"Had a great day, small number of participants which made for a great course. The atmosphere was so friendly with plenty of jokes. My family brought this as my 60th birtday present as i wanted to extend my skills never having worked with glass. I am a technology teacher and this is another skill/experience. The food was great with plenty of brews to keep us going. Patricia is a great knowledgeable teacher who interacts so well with us all."

George Stamp reviewed: “One-to-one” basic woodwork course

"Had a very informative and well spent day with Nathan at the workshop, learnt many things i didn't know about timber and woodworking, good selection of materials to use and came away with a beautiful oak chopping board i made from scratch, plus heaps of new knowledge. Thank you Nathan"

Sally Blayney reviewed: Recycled China Mosaic Workshop Full day /Half Day

"So enjoyed this course - have never done mosaics before, but Adela explained everything that we needed to know. I was so pleased with the result and am inspired to try something larger. Thoroughly recommended- and the cookies were lovely! Thank you ?"

Sue Horrigan reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day

"Great way to learn how to make stained glass windows in a beautiful studio setting. Very enjoyable and I would recommend this taster course to everyone thinking of learning this beautiful craft skill."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

"Hi Sue, very pleased to hear you enjoyed the course. Hope to see you again soon. Derek"

Rob Cartwright reviewed: Experimental Printmaking inspired by Mid Century Design in Derbyshire

"Had a great day. The welcome and atmosphere was very friendly and the workshop was very well laid out and comfortable to work in. Liz empowered everyone to be creative adding good sound advice and tuition where necessary but didn’t overpower the learning process thus allowing each individual to create their own style. It was a fun day with a lot to learn. I really enjoyed the whole day. I certainly recommend this course to anyone wanting to try Lino cutting and design. Thank you Liz"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Thank you for your positive comments and really pleased you enjoyed your day. Lovely working with you. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Sue Horrigan reviewed: Glass painting taster day

"Really enjoyed this course. Derek’s studio is a beautiful environment to learn glass painting in, there are lots of things to learn and discover and I would highly recommend this taster day to others."

Derek Hunt Artist responded:

"Thank you Sue. Really glad you enjoyed the course."