Latest reviews

Mary reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"Everything about the gnome workshop was wonderful, from feeling welcome on arrival. Our little group were friendly and cheerful. Milly was very sensitive to anyone needing a little help or encouragement. Lots of materials to choose from. Flowing coffee! This was my first craft course, and it was the best one I could have chosen, to give me confidence to do more. The two little gnomes I made are my pride and joy!! Thank you, Milly."

Mary Hollinshed reviewed: Four day intensive beginners woodwork course

"Such a brilliant course! Excellent teaching, well-structured and guaranteed to equip you with a good set of core skills and make you feel confident about undertaking projects of your own. Ciarán is so patient and has a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and clearly loves to share them. My fellow participants were also great - we bonded quickly and were soon cheering each other on as we progressed. Some of us (me) were slower than others, but that didn’t seem to be a problem, and I never felt as though I was falling behind - just going at my own pace. All that, and I now have a lovely table! I’m already planning my next course...."

julia lynn reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"just spent the most lovely day at Kates Willow Weaving day with my three Arty chums . We between us made Darwin the Duck, Hettie the Heron, Tilly the Tortoise and Ruby the Rabbit . Fabulous fun with a very skilfull and patient teacher. Kate managed with the four of us choosing to make a different sculpture each and guided and helped us all with a smile. Very friendly and welcoming, lovely lunch and many cups of tea ....just a perfect day out Thank you"

Helen Cooklin reviewed: Felt Pictures-Painting with fibres - intro to 2D wet felting/felt making

"I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon with Heather learning how to make a 2-D felt picture. She is incredibly patient and made me feel very welcome in her home. The small group size meant we got a lot of individual attention and help. The course was well organised and the wools were beautiful to work with. I produced a piece that I am planning to frame and hang in my house."

Ann Richardson reviewed: Making a mosaic with slate

"This was my first time having a go at Mosaics, after wanting to try this craft for quite a while!! And I wasn’t disappointed!! Rachel was very knowledgable, patient and encouraging- I really enjoyed my morning, a real step out of routine for me & I am delighted with my own piece of mosaic which is happily hanging on my wall!! Thank you Rachel!!"

Natalie Cunningham reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"We’ve just got back from spending the most amazing day with Ian in his beautiful barn crafting our 2 Oak/Elm stools. As soon as we drove up to the farm, Ian was there welcoming us with a big smile and a wave and put us at ease straight away. We were complete novices and we still can’t quite believe we’ve managed to make real pieces of furniture, and that they actually look really really good! Huge thank you to Ian. It was brilliant to spent the day with you and Becky - we’ve caught the carpentry bug!"

Jo Hipgrave reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I was looking for something special to do for my mum's 70th Birthday, this course was absolutely perfect. 9 of us attended with a mix of ages from 8 to 70 we all loved it. Sarah makes the whole experience fun and we were delighted with all the candles we took home. Sarah is efficient and cant do enough to make your experience perfect, she's got me hooked. Thanks Sarah"

Candle by Events responded:

"Thank you Jo, it was a pleasure having you all"

Suzie Balazs reviewed: Felt Pictures-Painting with fibres - intro to 2D wet felting/felt making

"An excellent session on felt making. Heather is very well organised and had everything that was required at hand. She was very patient, calm and friendly. I managed to complete a piece of work that I am most happy with. I have also learnt a lot about the art of felt making. The delicious cakes were also a bonus! I highly recommend Heathers course as an introduction to felt making!"

Kelly reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"I had an absolutely brilliant day with Theresa, she's very knowledegable, let's you go at your own pace and was just a great teacher. Just be warned, you might come away wanting not only your own spinning wheel, but also your own flock of rarebread sheep!"

The Spinning Barn responded:

"Thank you so much Kelly for your lovely review. I had a fab day too and was so delighted to see how quickly you progressed to produce a gorgeous skein of yarn. I can't wait to hear about your progress and your sheep!!"

Kat A Davis reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Really lovely session with an extremely patient teacher. Really enjoyed it. Booked in for a next session and looking forward to it! Thank you Ann!"

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Kat, for your kind words. Keep practising and I look forward to the next session with you. Kind regards Ann"

Graham reviewed: Make your very own clutch bag/small tablet device case/sleeve

"Richard is an excellent teacher. He was very patient with this very first timer. I learnt a lot and will definitely be taking another course."

Gemma Jones reviewed: Natural skincare workshops at Touch of Beauty (half day)

"This was an absolutely superb course that was way beyond expectations! Great value for money! Sue was wonderful, very accommodating, relaxed, warming and made me feel at ease and welcome as I took my 5 month old baby with me. Sues knowledge and teaching styles made the morning informative but also so much fun, with lots of hands on activities. It really was the best morning and I wished I’d booked for the full day, but I fully intend going back! It is an ideal gift, mother’s day, birthday, girls get together etc. I had the best time and then got to come home and enjoy the products I’d made from scratch! This is an absolute must do course!!!"

Touch of Beauty responded:

"Thank you so much Gemma for your lovely review. It was a pleasure having you and your gorgeous daughter with us. I`m glad you enjoyed your experience and gained so much from it. I try and ensure everyone has a fun time whilst learning all about the wonderful natural ingredients, and of course it`s great to see you go home with your bag of goodies that you have made. Look forward to seeing you at a Full Day Workshop. Thank you again for choosing Touch of Beauty. Sue"

Anne Saunders reviewed: Necklaces, handmade beads, ancient fresco-style, papiermache recipe

"In my opinion this course had the WOW factor! do not hesitate to book. I Spent a wonderful day learning a new skill and left feeling so inspired taking home a beautiful necklace and earrings. Eleanor was so attentative and patient, provided clear instructions and help, shared all her tips with us and was generous with her materials. Eleanor’s partner prepared a delicious home made lunch which was a real delight. The day resides in my book of magical experiences!"

Eleanor Allitt Handmade beads responded:

"Thanks Anne, That was such a lovely revue, so encouraging, I hope the beadmaking goes well Regards Eleanor"

Z Jordan reviewed: An Introduction to Weaving with a Table Loom, Oxford

"I spent a lovely day understanding weaving diagrams, looking at samples, and best of all, weaving my own sampler, with the understanding to explain it to my husband when I got home."

Louise Salter reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"An absolutely fabulous day of Free Motion Sewing! Dawn is a brilliant tutor. Very good, clear instructions and allowed everyone to progress at their own pace, depending on their skill level. Had a wonderful day and won't hesitate to go along to another of her workshops. Go along and spend a day with Dawn, you won't regret it!! She even bakes fabulous cakes for everyone to enjoy at lunchtime! ?"

Dawn Ireland Textile Artist responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Louise. I really appreciate it. Best wishes Dawn"

Julie Millard reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Very enjoyable time! The day was well organised and the end results were great. Thank youMr K!"

Amelia Mckechnie-Welsh reviewed: Screen printing using paper stencils onto fabric

"This course is very informative, fun and great value for money! I booked this course having never screen printed before and have come away from it inspired to get my own screen printing tools to carry on experimenting at home. Liz goes above and beyond to make sure you get the most out of the course with lots of one on one guidance and advice. I would highly recommend to anyone."

Vikki Stacey reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"What a wonderful day at the Saori weaving workshop in Knapton village hall. Amanda created a great atmosphere with lots of interesting pieces to show us. Lovely books and a myriad of beautiful materials to use. Amanda's instruction was all clear, inviting and inspirational. The day went like a dream, I could have continued for the weekend. Having thoroughly enjoyed myself, at the end of the day, I also had a piece of cloth that I am pleased to hang in my hall for a while. Until my next one is made anyway. I'm certainly booking again, this is a wonderful workshop and suitable for complete beginners like me, or even maybe those with a bit of experience. Thank you Amanda"

Sian Clifton reviewed: Beginners silver clay jewellery class with Anna Campbell

"This was a well run fascinating day. I came away with some interesting jewellery and a thirst to carry on with this new skill."

The Arienas Collective responded:

"Hello Sian. Thanks for your review. We're so glad to hear you were inspired to carry on making silver clay jewellery at home. Keep creating! Best wishes, Lynn"

Chloe reviewed: Denim jeans - be the designer!

"Great course with Angela. Her knowledge about the machines that are used in the jean/denim industry and how to replicate that at home was fantastic. Angela's descriptions and how to manipulate the fabric was very instructive and she made everything seem simple. Now to try again by myself, I'm sure it won't be as easy!"

cheryl greenwood reviewed: Copper foil stained glass workshop

"Great workshop. Very informative and friendly. The afternoon flew by and everyone made some beautiiful things to take home. Am inspired to continue this craft at home. Thankyou."

Liz DE CHASTELAIN reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"This course was great fun and I really learned a lot. Steve is a very good teacher and it was a privilege to be tutored by one of the best knife makers in the world. And what a fantastic workshop! I am very very happy with the knife we made and as a beginner I was particularly satisfied with the sharp and beautiful knife I can be proud of. I have chosen some wood for the handle and will fit these to finish it. Steve was very kind and patient and expertly explained and demonstrated every step of the process before allowing me to do it, and let's not forget the coffee,tea and biscuits and wonderful chats with a great sense of humour! I enjoyed it so much I've just booked another course with him. Can't wait to make my very own chef's knife. I cannot recommend Steve highly enough."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Liz I'm really glad that you enjoyed your bladesmithing day so much, the time just seemed to run away with us. I'm looking forward to seeing you again on the two day chefs knife course. Kind regards Steve"

Reg Day reviewed: Wood turning courses

"I had my first wood turning lesson with George today , given to me as a gift for Christmas. George is a great teacher with much patience for a novice like me. His guidance and useful information for learning to turn made the experience fun , interesting and easy to pick up as a beginner. George is good company, and I enjoyed the lovely lunch made by sue , his wife. I was very pleased to make and finish a lovely bowl to take home. I highly recommend George's lessons . Thank you both for a great day."

Pat Wareham reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Not only did I thoroughly enjoy the day, but I left having gained knowledge of new techniques and confidence to try them out. Dawn is an excellent teacher and host. (Cake is also delicious!!) I would highly recommend her class and will hopefully be returning to learn more."

Helen reviewed: Weekend upholstery courses - Oxfordshire & Berkshire Borders

"Fantastic weekend! I’m hooked and can’t wait to finish my project and start the next. Philip was lovely, very helpful, patient and knowledgable. A great group of people on the course. A range of projects and it was great to watch and learn different techniques."