Latest reviews

Prue Curtis reviewed: Needle felting - woodland creature or bird, or other small animal: (beginners+)

"Another great day, this time learning needle felting. Sally was very patient and encouraging with our efforts. Everything was provided, even tea and coffee, and the work taken at our own pace so that we all came away with a lovely chirpy robin. Sally is an excellent teacher and I shall be going back for more very soon."

Catherine Fowler reviewed: PickOne weekend weaving course

"This is a super course. James is well prepared and an excellent tutor with lots and lots of patience. It covers a lot of ground during the course and everyone gets one-to-one help and advice. I will be returning in the Spring to take copious notes (I did not do this) and take photographs of the setting up process."

Emma reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"I would not hesitate to recommend this course! :) Such an informative and fun experience. This was my first time doing any kind of craft and I thoroughly enjoyed it. A very relaxing and rewarding experience."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you Emma, It was a fabulous workshop and always good to see what everyone is able to produce. Lovely to see everybody slowly relax and be willing to try lots of different things along the way. Also to be able to see what others are doing and learn from each other. We hope to see you soon x"

Kat Wood reviewed: Stamping, embossing & wet-moulding leather

"My husband and I enjoyed this course hugely! We learned so much during the session and were delighted by the things we made. Both bowls are being used regularly and have received several compliments!"

Evancliffe Leathercraft responded:

"We are really pleased you enjoyed the workshop especially as it was for such a special day. Thank you for leaving a review."

Ruby reviewed: Introduction to Soft Pastels 10-week face-to-face art course in Kidderminster West Midlands

"Lovely day! Thank you so much, Raya. You are a very good teacher, generous with your time and expertise. I thought you were brilliant in dealing with different levels of experience in the group. It was very impressive the way you managed to coach complete beginners to an excellent result. And it was all fun! Thank you. Ruby"

Gaby Bohorquez reviewed: Bird sculpture - clay, paper, mixed media craft workshop

"I loved the workshop. Nikki is very patient and lovely, and her studio is bright and inspiring with large windows and lots of light. I was a total newbie with the technique, but I was able to return back home with my own, fully finished “work of art” at the end of the day which now decorates my home thanks to Nikki’s guidance. I would highly recommend her and her workshops!"

audrey reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"What a wonderful day from start to finish. I learnt so much and was amazed at the finish I could attain as a complete beginner! Ollie is a natural teacher that is very patient, who spends the time to explain and show all the steps necessary. He comes highly recommended! I'll be booking up for my next course with him very soon."

Miriam Thornton reviewed: Can't crochet, won't crochet?

"I enjoyed the crochet course and came away feeling much more confident. Yvonne is calm and patient and happy to go at your speed. The three hours whizzed past and it felt productive. Instructions are written clearly and wool and book recommendations are provided. Thank you Yvonne!"

Tasty Textiles responded:

"Thank you Miriam."

Zandra Saxby reviewed: 'Pet Portraits' in Pastels - Two Day Workshop with Cate Wetherall

"Lovely to see all the different photos of varying types of pet coming alive. Thoroughly enjoyed the day!"

Pure Artwork responded:

"Thank you Zandra!"

Zandra Saxby reviewed: 'Bumble Bee in Pastels' - One Day Workshop with Cate Wetherall

"Fun, friendly and very informative!"

Clare Baker reviewed: Non-residential 2-day patchwork & quilting workshops in Watford with Green Man Quilts

"A fabulous day constructing stars and half square triangle blocks for the surrounds. I had never used triangles before and hoped to come away from the two days a better cutter and more accurate pieces. I certainly felt that I had achieved that along with a stash of cut pieces and constructed blocks ready to be worked into a quilt top. ( I always want to make more than the time on the course allows for!) Sheena is an excellent teacher, generous with her time and support and offers many tips and hints to help us further. I left with a comprehensive set of notes confident that I could complete my rather ambitious project! Thank you Sheena, see you soon."

Claire Bonford reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"A lovely location with excellent tuition. I was very impressed with how much we got on this course for the money paid. Not only did we make lots of pieces of glass, we also got very good quality metal frames to take home for our gardens. I will go back for more tuition at Cheshire School of Glass."

Hilary Buttler reviewed: 💜 The Suffolk Silk Scarf Painting Workshops 💜 For FOUR People at The Arty Silkworm, Green Farm, Suffolk ~ Fabulously Creative

"When I enrolled for this course I didn't know what to expect. Well, I was so pleased I did. It was amazing how the colours and array of colours which could be used together and produce a spectacular scarf which is unique."

Gill reviewed: Make your very own Tote bag

"My daughter Lauren and I spent last Saturday making a tote bag. Even though I say so myself, the results were very professional! This was in no small part due to Richard’s instruction and patience. This course far exceeded our expectations. Richard shared his considerable knowledge and experience and genuinely wanted people to continue with leather work after the course. I would recommend one of Richard’s courses to anybody interested in learning a new skill."

Helen Monks reviewed: Pole Lathe Bowl Turning - Your First Bowl

"Course was paced very well, excellent tutor and delighted with my first pole lathe turned bowl"

Helen Higgins - Lewis reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"This was the best course I've been on. Good value for money. Jenny explained everything so clearly. I have been worried about firing the kiln I have bought and she made it all so easy. She is a very generous spirited teacher who knows the answer to all your questions. Jenny gave me lots of firing curves, for all the different glasses and catered to everyone's individual needs. A lady called Steph assisted Jenny who was equally as helpful and generous with knowledge. I will go back again with the discount I get for doing a further course. Very good atmosphere."

Rena George reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpted figure/Angel/Masai

"I attended a 1 to 1 course with Annette recently and I had a wonderful, productive day. Because it was only the two of us, I was able to indulge my creativity and Annette was game for it and encouraged me to take my idea to the limit. She instinctively knew what my vision was and could suggest suitable materials and techniques that would bring out the best. I completed my sculptured figure of the Doge by the end of the day and I am ecstatic about him. I am keen to use this technique again. Annette has undoubtedly fired me up with new ideas."

Rachael Stokes reviewed: 2-Day Traditional Stained Glass Painting Course for Beginners

"I bought my mother this class as a present and we both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. we learnt so much over the two days, with such expertise, Natalie is so approachable, with such interesting skills we could really see how much we had learnt even over the two days. We cant wait to place our glass pieces in our houses as a constant memory of the course. Definitely worth a try!! I had no experience so you dont need to know anything before just come and have a go"

Yvonne Remnant reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"My sister Ann & I attended Cardinal cards workshop we made 5 cards and two christmas baubles. June Adams was an excellent tutor it was good to learn a new craft we thoroughly enjoyed it and would certainly recommend it and can't wait to attend another workshop."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"I really enjoyed teaching Ann new card making backgrounds and techniques and she made some beautiful cards. I'm glad you enjoyed the bauble making. It will be lovely to put these on your Christmas tree year after year, knowing they are unique to you. Hope to see you again soon x"

lindsey bowen reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"I've just attended my 3rd clay animal weekend. The technique James and Alison teach mean you get very fast results and I never cease to be amazed by the great pieces the entire class end up producing. It's suprising how much you can achieve in two days with great tuition (and home baked banana loaf!)"

The Phoenix Studio responded:

"Ahh thanks for your email Lindsay! It's amazing how far homemade banana bread will get you!"

Ian Simpson reviewed: Intermediate woodworking course

"Just completed the intermediate course. Challenging and throughly enjoyable. It was some 2 years ago I did the beginners course at the craft centre in Frodsham. More of a time gap than I plannned but so glad I came back. Ciaran’s Workshop in Alvenley is so much bigger with all the space and tools you need. A great team of supportive ‘students’ to work alongside and lots of help and guidance from Ciarán - he is a great tutor with lots of passion and skill. Much more confident now to take on projects , may be buy some new tools too! Definitely recommend."

Kate reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"I’ve known Ed for a few years as he was my tutor at Central Saint Martin’s, London back in 2013. I was wanting a refresher course and time to get involved with plaster again so contacted Ed to tap into his expertise. I travelled from Amsterdam and arrived with my model I needed to cast - then we set to work. Ed is easy to chat over ideas with and the final outcome was great. Cheers Ed, hope to see you in Amsterdam soon!"

Jan reviewed: Spoon Carving in the Woods (an introduction)

"Thank you for a wonderful day despite the weather. I have now warmed up! - I had never used an axe or knife before and was quite nervous. With your support and guidance I feel confident enough to invest in these tools. It was a wonderful way to spend a day and I'm pleased with my first effort. Many thanks Jan"

Elizabeth Foster reviewed: Mokume Gane: polymer clay jewellery making

"My friend and I had a fabulous day learning to make Mokume Gane - polymer clay beads and created lovely necklaces and ear-rings, taught so well by the lovely Jo Hunter! Jo made us so welcome and even made gluten free biscuits especially for me! Jo showed us how to make extra beads from the left-over clay so I can continue my creations at home. I will definitely be continuing with my bead-making and my friend will be recommending this class to her friends and colleagues, locally. Really good value and a brilliant day of crafting! thank you so much Jo!"

Jo Hunter Wearable Art responded:

"Thank you for that lovely feedback Liz. It was a pleasure to meet you and Jo. If you're down again and want another workshop, just let me know and we can arrange a bespoke class to fit in with your holiday plans."

Elisabeth Mosca reviewed: 2 day blacksmithing courses

"I came along with a friend who'd received the weekend course as a gift and had so much fun! Aaron was such a wonderful, patient teacher, who took the time to give each of us (3 on the course in total) lots of care and attention. It's not easy to follow what everyone is doing and keep an eye on us all. However, Aaron showed his experience and knowledge throughout and intervened at only the right moments. I'm still amazed when I look at the items I made! Such a sense of achievement :)"