Latest reviews

Helena reviewed: Building and weaving a simple stool at The Quiet Workshop

"My sister and I had a wonderful weekend on this course, it exceeded all our expectations! StJohn was very patient and encouraging and we both came away feeling so proud of our stools! Special thanks to Bryony for making the most delicious food and cakes (including factoring in dietary requirements)!! We wouldn’t hesitate about booking another course next year! Thanks so much!"

The Quiet Workshop responded:

"Helena, thank you so much for your comments; they’re really thoughtful. You were both great fun to have in the workshop and did an excellent job. And we’re not picking a winner! Best wishes, StJohn & Bryony"

Ross Emery reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Fantastic course! Thoroughly enjoyed it! Being a complete beginner to welding, Tony was absolutely brilliant in sharing his knowledge and experience. A one 2 one course which suited me very well. It gave me the chance to feel comfortable and have the ability to have multiple goes at welding. Tony has a very calm and professional approach, Highly recommend the course!"

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Hi Ross. Thank you for your kind review it is appreciated. I am glad you enjoyed the course and hope you continue in the future as we discussed. If you require any further advice or information please contact me directly. Regards Tony "

Phil Hopkins reviewed: Two leather long stitch journals in a day

"I don’t regard myself as particularly artistic or crafty. However, making a leather journal attracted me. Lynne Friel is an excellent teacher. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and came away with two beautiful leather journals which I had made. This course has inspired me to take up bookbinding as a new hobby. Thank you Lynne! Phil Hopkins"

Lynne Friel responded:

"Thank you Phil for your very kind review. I enjoyed the day too and your books looked really good. I'm so pleased you've decided to do more book making, it's quite addictive. Don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help further, Best wishes, Lynne"

Rachel reviewed: Glass bottle cutting for beginners - Sittingbourne

"Great fun, clear instruction, very supportive Would highly recommend."

Fancy Tat responded:

"Thank you Rachel so much for your kind review. We very much enjoyed spending the morning with you and we are really pleased that you had a lovely time :) Kind Regards Claire & Janet"

Richard Chipperfield reviewed: Introduction to small goods leather crafting

"Really brilliant day - thanks indeed, Paul. Great tuition, enthusiasm, company, location, end product, and pointers for the future. My mum and I have done a number of craft courses over the years and this was right up there at the top. If you were to put on any other courses, Paul, we'd be back! Loved it."

Michael reviewed: Foot stool making day

"Had a fantastic time today making a footstool! Booked the course with the wife since we both had zero woodworking experience beforehand and this looked like a good place to start, while being a fun day. Ted was absolutely brilliant, he talked us through the various steps, helped us out when things didn't quite go as planned (which when you've not used the tools before, will happen) and just generally made the day one to remember! We would highly recommend the course and would definitely book another in the future. Many thanks again to Ted!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Kind words indeed Michael 🙏 you and Helen were great company with some good stories too 🙏 I might try Everest next year 😅 just kidding.... Anyway you no where I am in future, Thank you again Ted 😎👍👍👍"

Lorraine & Jeanette reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"I booked this for my friends 60th birthday as it was something she has always wanted to do. We had a fun time learning something new. Chris was the best teacher, so very patient and informative. If you want to try working with glass I would totally re recommend this class."

Jeremy Hedges reviewed: Tinsmithing Workshop - One Day

"The 1 single day Tinsmith Course, I had a great emersive, hands-on day, working with the instructor John who I got on well with. I found the day most interesting and open me up to new metal work detailing techniques and technical skills. I enjoyed the day so much, I have signed up for the 2 day lantern course in December."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto the course tutor. We look forward to seeing you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, the Stanwick Lakes team. "

Jimena-Lucia Parra reviewed: Welding for Artists

"I loved doing this course, I love learning new techniques and this was the perfect environment, the teacher was very patient and explained everything fully and I felt like I’d learnt a lot by the end of the course. You get total creative freedom over what you get to make at the end so everyone did their own different things and it was so fun seeing it all take shape and seeing what everyone made! "

Luna Street reviewed: Welding for Artists

"Amazing course, really showed me the ropes from a complete novice who’d never done anything like welding before in their life! We had a lovely and patient teacher who showed us all the different techniques and then let us all go off and explore this new medium in our own different ways so we all came up with completely different designs which was lovely. It was a lovely experience working alongside other artists "

Ellie M reviewed: Introduction to Welding for Artists

"Really loved the course. I didn't have any experience beforehand and learnt so much. The turtor was excellent - patient and calm and very encouraging - thank you!"

Chris reviewed: Free Motion Embroidery - An Introduction to Machine Embroidery

"my experience was a good one. The free motion tutor was experienced and extremely helpful as well as friendly and supportive, as were the other students-some of whom were regulars. Thank you for a lovely after noon "

From Loft to Loved Workshops CIC responded:

"Thanks so much for your lovely review. Michelle is a fabulous turor. Glad you enjoyed the session Kim & Sarah "

Liz reviewed: Stained Glass Sun-Catcher - Two Morning Workshop

"The Oast is a lovely venue and well hosted with hot drinks and homemade treats on tap. 2 half days is good value and just long enough to grasp the basic techniques of copper foil stained glass, so thanks to the encouragement from our tutor I feel confident to practise at home."

Jimena-Lucia Parra reviewed: Introduction to Welding for Artists

"Wonderful course with a brilliant teacher. Everyone left the course having made something unique for themselves and with a greater knowledge of welding. I’d never welded before but the environment felt very safe and structured with a patient teacher and it wasn’t that complicated at all! No creation was off limits, we could all explore welding in our own way at our own pace. "

Shane McKissock reviewed: Make a Sterling Silver Spinner Ring in New Romney, Kent

"Fantastic day out. Sandra was an amazing teacher. I made a personalized ring for my mum which I love. Definitely be back. Thank you so much."

Simon Divall reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Great day, Tony is a great instructor full of tips and helpful pointers all the way. Thoroughly enjoyed the day and would recommend this one to one day course to anyone starting out. Excellent! Thanks, Simon"

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Thanks Simon for the feedback it’s very much appreciated. Hope you continue welding in the future and if you need anything please feel free to contact me. Regards Tony "

Elaine reviewed: Collage workshop with Helen Norman

"Really enjoyed the morning and couldn’t believe how quickly the time flew. Felt totally absorbed in the activity and although a complete novice, was able to commence a Collage that I can continue at home. Both Helen and Nicky were very welcoming, encouraging and made us feel very comfortable. "

Hen House Studio responded:

"Good to meet you, and I'm so pleased you enjoyed your morning Elaine and found it so relaxing. Please do send me a photo once you've completed your collage, we always like to see how they look once finished, and hopeully you'll be inspired to do another now you know the process. Thank you for coming along to the workshop."

Becci reviewed: New - Fish & Feather - explore fine wire and metal foil in Hampshire.

"I really enjoyed this craft course. It was well taught, well organised and in the most beautiful setting. We were thoroughly looked after all day with teas, coffees, biscuits etc, and got to try out different techniques. It was relaxing and interesting, and run by lovely arty people. I'd go again in a flash! "

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Becci, Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your day with us in the Long Barn - it’s much appreciated and we’d love to see you again. It was lovely meeting and working with you, sharing your interest exploring wire and metal foil. Your pieces were beautiful and will hopefully be decorating your home and admired by many. Best wishes and happy making. Alison"

Melanie Rose reviewed: New - Create block printed cushions in Hampshire

"Great course. Liz and Alison are excellent teachers. A beautiful barn and lovely atmosphere. "

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Melanie, Good to hear from you and thank you for feedback - it’s very much appreciated. We love working with you and enjoy your positivity. Congratulations on creating such complex designs - I expect you slept very well. Any more plans for block printing projects around your home? Best wishes and happy making. Alison"

Alison Flack reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"I would like to say a big thank you to Elaine for giving us a fantastic day. It was our first attempt at making a stained glass sun catcher. Elaine is so passionate about the craft and wants others to enjoy it as much as her. Well she succeed. She explains everything as we went along and was very patient. I would thoroughly recommend going to her class and look forward to visiting again. "

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to review your day. I am so pleased you enjoyed your first experience with stained glass. I have posted your projects (the peacock and landscape with boat) in the gallery of images. I look forward to you visiting again in the future. With Best Wishes Elaine"

Susan Short reviewed: Lampworking Workshop: Half Day Beginners Workshop

"This was a gift which I thoroughly enjoyed. A lovely teacher who was so patient and guided you in the craft of lampworking. I produced a number of beautiful beads which I can't wait to wear. Thank you"

Ruth reviewed: Seasonal decorations for 2 people

"Stevie was lovely and friendly & supportive. We were impressed that we managed to make 4 decorations in just 2 hours; can't wait to see the final results. We had a fun session, would recommend & would do again."

Stevie Davies responded:

"I am very happy you feel that way and yes, your 4 decorations are going to be fabulous! I've just loaded some of your makes into the kiln so I'll be in touch soon for when they are ready for you to collect :) "

Susan Darke reviewed: Painting classes and workshops with Kate Freeman

"I had a very enjoyable and informative experience with Kate. She is most generous with her time, knowledge and cake! I wanted to gain confidence and inspiration in approaching abstract art...2 days since seeing her I've done what I've been meaning to do for years and cleared a space to dedicate to art work and done some of my "homework". I feel she has so much to share with me I've now booked a series of sessions. I can wholeheartedly recommend Kate."

Coach House Studio responded:

"Thank you Susan - I'm so happy you've continued to paint since our session, and even made a dedicated art space. That's brilliant! I look forward to seeing what you do in the next few weeks, and sharing more techniques to inspire you 😊"

Ruth reviewed: Collage workshop with Helen Norman

"Brilliant morning yesterday and a big thank you to Nicki for hosting us, for your warm welcome and all the coffee and cake too ! And to Helen who ran the workshop taught us and showed us how to create our Collage creations with her vast experience and fun too. A thoroughly enjoyable relaxing morning. Thank you "

Hen House Studio responded:

"Thank you Ruth for your lovely review. It was good to meet you and thank you for coming to the workshop. We're so pleased you enjoyed your morning, and acheived such a beautiful collage, and perhaps you will be inspired to create another sometime."

Grace reviewed: Leather Traveller's Bag

"I had a wonderful day making a bag in my own choice of leather colours & textures. I learned a lot and enjoyed the process of putting the whole project together. I had no prior experience of leather work but the tuition was fantastic at every step, making this suitable even for a complete novice. I’d highly recommend this workshop!"

Catherine Edwards Leather responded:

"Thanks so much for your feedback it really means a lot, I had a lovely day too! "