Latest reviews

Sinbad Wilmot reviewed: Knife making weekend Gloucestershire

"Excellent course, very well run. I was thoroughly absorbed in the knife making process throughout, enjoyed every bit of it and came away with a beautiful knife that I am very proud of."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Sinbad, thank you very much for your feedback. I'm really glad you enjoyed the course, thank you for your energy and fine work, certainly you've created a beautiful knife, a friend for life. Hope you returned to Ireland safely, stop by the workshop when you in Stroud next. Best wishes, Arian"

Tony Clarke and Sally-ann Rhodes reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"A fantastic few hours of creative bliss! We have long wanted to make our own willow products, and this was the perfect way to spend a few hours on a Saturday morning. Vicky strikes the perfect balance between instruction and assistance, allowing us to push on with our creations whilst always being on hand to give guidance where needed. As willow novices, we really enjoyed this four-hour session which was simultaneously challenging, rewarding and relaxing in equal measure. We cannot recommend Vicky highly enough!"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, it was a pleasure to share my love of willow with you! Vicky "

Lisa Sanders reviewed: New - Create block printed cushions in Hampshire

"I really enjoyed this one day course. Welcoming and knowledgable teachers in a beautiful old barn in the Meon Valley ran the day with lots of instruction, demonstrations and support, but left plenty of space and time to develop our ideas from small scale prints on paper to mixing ink and finally creating a cushion cover that I'm happy to throw on my sofa! I can absolutely recommend this course and school."

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Dear Lisa, Thank you for your lovely feedback and recommendation. We are so pleased you enjoyed the day so much and are particularly pleased that you are happy with the results that you achieved, it really was a lovely design that you produced and one to be very proud of. Sit back and relax and enjoy your new cushion ! Best wishes Alison and Liz"

Lucy reviewed: Fused Glass Coaster

"Enjoyable craft activity. Much shorter than expected - 1 hour 15. We didn’t know that we could have prepared a design and it would have taken longer if our design had been more complex. Postage for the finished product is extra. Refreshments are not provided (Alison made this clear in her emails and asked us to provide our own, craft course advert says included). "

The Craft Loft responded:

"The fused glass session is given 2 hours for customers to feel they don't have to rush there design they are doing on the glass. For some simple designs the session can be shorter but more complicated design the full 2 hours is need, sometimes more but I will always allow the customer time to finish their piece. Customers are welcome to bring their own designs with them to paint on the glass but I do provide a range of designs to copy from, and customers can always contact me to request a design or theme I think will work on the glass for them in the session. Coasters made on the day need to be fired before the customer can take them home, and those coming from a distance I offer to post their finished coasters to them, this cost is not included in the price of the workshop. Refreshments are no longer provided as the studio is not set up to provide hot and cold drinks and customers prefer to bring their own drinks on the day."

madeline whiteman reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Enjoyable and informative."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Emma Smith reviewed: Inspired by Bloomsbury: exploring a mixed media approach

"Carefully structured day of learning, experimenting and developing techniques. Excellent teaching with demonstrations and advice, and beautifully prepared resources and examples of work for inspiration. A very inclusive, welcoming atmosphere - I loved everything about this course, and hope to come back to this magical venue for more!"

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Dear Emma , thank you for taking the time to tell us about your day with us , it was a pleasure to meet and work with you. It was lovely to see how your work developed throughout the day and hopefully your results have inspired you to explore these processes at home . We look forward to seeing you again . Best wishes Alison "

Sue Lee-Delisle reviewed: Christmas crafting - hand sew a felt bird ornament, sew Christmas tree bunting & learn to paint candles

"Another successful session with craftcircle. I love attending these courses delivered in a clear relaxed way with very supportive teachers. The atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming. It’s a great way to try out new crafts and make new friends."

Sue Lee-Delisle reviewed: Make sterling silver wire stacking rings

"Great course, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The atmosphere was very relaxed and teacher gave good, clear instructions and was always on hand to help if needed. I love my beautiful rings."

Val Roper reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"Fabulous watercolour painting class. We produced so many paintings in such a short time and I learnt so much ! Thank you Vikki ! "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. Please let me know if you want to return or attend any of my other classes or holidays. Kindest regards Vicki""

Jane Verlaan reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"Superb course for someone like me who is so nervous of painting! Loved it all ! "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. Please let me know if you want to return or attend any of my other classes or holidays. Kind regards Vicki""

Deb Irwin reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"I am a newbie to watercolour and cannot believe what I was able to create, loads of fun ! "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. Please let me know if you want to return or attend any of my other classes or holidays. Kind regards Vicki""

Jenny Rowcliffe reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"Vikki was an amazing teacher, thoroughly enjoyed the course and learnt so much ! "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review and glad you enjoyed the course. Please let me know if you want to return or attend any of my other classes or holidays. Kind regards Vicki""

Jackie Clement reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Another very relaxed enjoyable lesson covering a different topic in oil."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Ian Clemm reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Oxfordshire

"I had a very enjoyable day learning all about silver clay and made some lovely pendants to take away. They must be good as I’ve got my wife and daughter fighting over them. The tutor was great, the setup and personal touch of a goodie bag was a very nice touch. I can thoroughly recommend this if you have never done this before, or even if you have. As the only male on the day I was made to feel welcome and part of the group. "

Agnes Ranson reviewed: Watercolours

"The Stanton Guildhouse is a brilliant venue for all sort of crafts and art courses such as watercolour classes, woodcarving and pottery and many more. Highly recommended as the tutors are professional and approachable, fantastic and a stunning venue for art and crafts. Love this place! "

Mark Marshall reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Enjoyed my day with Tony, he's a lovely fella and a very calm and patient teacher. I now have the confidence to give welding a go without further instruction. Recommended."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Hi Mark Thank you for the review it is very much appreciated. I am glad you enjoyed the day and will continue welding and developing your skills in the future. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions . Regards Tony "

Ruth Guest reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"Brilliant course. Kathryn was a really good teacher. Clear instructions. Lots of guidance and insight. Would recommend to anyone. Very meditative and calming"

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thank you, Ruth. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. I hope you get many more hours of enjoyment and relaxation creating your own mandalas. "

Eleanor Davies reviewed: Stained & Fused Glass Taster Course - Full Day

"A Fantastic Stained and fused glass taster course. Everything required for the day was provided including a lovely lunch. Gill and Grainne are so enthusiastic, informative and patient with all attending the course. The morning session we made a stained glass piece, with wonderful visual instructions and techniques and we were all able take home our designs. The afternoon session I designed my fused glass piece ready to put in the furnace later, an cannot wait to see what this piece will look like when it is fused together. thank you for a most wonderful day and would definitely go back again "

Celia Quarton reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"A satisfying experience in the art of mosaics. Lisa gives just the right guidance with no pressure. A pleasurable day spent in an Alladin's Cave of treasure, with a wealth of materials to choose from. And there's cake...."

Creative Avenue York responded:

"So kind of you Celia, thankyou. I look forward to sharing treasure with you again. Kind regards, Lisa-marie"

Sarah W reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"The spoon carving course was excellent. I'd primarily wanted to go along with my daughter so she could learn how to use the tools safely. There was so much knowledge passed on to us about how to work safely and efficiently, different cutting techniques, avoiding muscular fatigue too - a world of creativity previously unknown to me, a wonderful craft to discover and learn; with much appreciated home-cooked food provided too!"

Rowena reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Geoff was a fantastic teacher and I had a super time learning how to make a pot on the wheel. He explained everything clearly and set a wonderfully relaxed tone for the course. "

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the session, Rowena. Hope to see you again soon. "

Sophie reviewed: Resin Cheeseboard & Coaster Workshop

"Brilliant course - really enjoyed it, excellent value for money. Eunice is a great teacher, she has lots of knowledge and experience and is very patient."

Dee and Drew reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"It was a pleasure and a privilege to spend a day with Stuart. We learned a great deal and left with new skills and a beautiful bowl and apple! We feel proud of our achievements, all thanks to Stuart. "

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Thanks for this guys, much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed your day. "

Shelagh B reviewed: Inspired by Bloomsbury: exploring a mixed media approach

"Very interesting course. Combines several techniques in an incremental way over the day. Lovely barn to work in. I think everyone wanted to do further courses."

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Shelagh, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your day with us. It was lovely to work with you again. It was great to see your skills develop throughout the day, with your collage being particularly successful. These are all processes ideal for continuing to develop at home. We hope to see you again. Best wishes Alison "

Catherine reviewed: Roses and Castles Canal Art with Lyn Brookhouse

"Had a fabulous day yesterday being taught by Lyn to design and paint a castle scene. Really good instructions and she provided the background history. A very enthusiastic and lovely lady. Diane's craft place is an ideal place to enjoy such a day."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for your review. I shall pass your excellent feedback regarding Lynda when I see her. X"