Latest reviews

Katy reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Warrington, Cheshire

"Had a fantastic day with Jo learning about upholstery. Came away with a lovely footstool, Jo is so patient and clear with each stage of the process, also explained about different tools/materials etc so I feel fully equipped to get going on my own projects. Definitely recommend this, especially with the cakes/scones supplied too 👌 thanks again Jo "

The Boho Shed responded:

"Ahhh Katy, thank you so much for a great day and for your very kind comments. I'll pass your cake comments to Mum :-) x"

Rose reviewed: Willow Pumpkin workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"This was a lovely experience! I've never done anything like this before, so it was great to try and I was able to bring home something that resembled a pumpkin. Vicky was great at explaining the steps of the process and ready to offer advice and help when needed."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, you were a pleasure to teach! "

Ethan reviewed: Make A Ring With A Stone Setting Or A Pendant (Cornwall)

"Great instructor in a lovely studio space, relaxed atmosphere and we were really happy with the rings we made. Highly recommended."

Joelle Poulos responded:

"Thanks Ethan, had a great time teaching you guys!"

Alison Chalmers reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Ring Taster

"Really fun ring making course, would highly recommend."

Pauline Samengo-Turner reviewed: Stained glass mosaic autumn leaves

"A truly wonderful and worthwhile experience! Thank you Yvette for your great insight and experience in showing all participants what, when and how to end the day standing in the Autumn sunshine holding up their individual crafted and completed sun catcher leaf. The day was well timed, great facilities and most of all kindness prevailed throughout the day. Thank you Yvette and may your talent continue to flourish! I highly recommend this course as a grand way to spend a day! "

Baobab Tree Mosaics responded:

"Thank you. So pleased you had a lovely day. Your Autumn leaf is beautiful. "

Cilla Sparks reviewed: Textile still life workshop

"Imogen's welcome and her studio were both lovely and warm, on a very wet morning. We were encouraged to dive into the process, and draw from the special objects she provided. We had access to a wonderful selection of fabrics to stimulate and inspire our creativity. Imogen was able to offer us individual guidance, affirming our ideas and encouraging us to experiment with the techniques. I came away with a piece of work to develop further, and lots of ideas for future projects. Thank you Imogen. "

Imogen Bittner Studio responded:

"Cilla, It was a pleasure to work with you and Anna and I really enjoyed our day together and feel I picked up a lot of textile tips from you! Your work was very accomplished and exciting and I can’t wait to see the finished pieces. Thank you again for coming, for your feedback and for giving me such an enjoyable day!"

Emma reviewed: Mosaic tile taster class

"A great way to spend the day in Devon Countryside! Very lovely crafting & cake eating. Thanks for your expertise & patience. Had a super day with my family x"

Mosaic Workshops in the Garden Room responded:

"Thank you and so glad you enjoyed the day with your family. It’s so nice when family’s get together to be creative and have a fun time together. Take care "

Jane Mulraney reviewed: Stained glass mosaic autumn leaves

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Nice peaceful surroundings , lovely small group of friendly people. Friendly, approachable, compitant tutor, explained things well, and very helpful. Would happily do many more glad making courses with her. "

Baobab Tree Mosaics responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed your day. Your leaf turned out beautifully. "

Hannah & Jo reviewed: Quilting Weekend Break, Yorkshire

"We had an absolutely fantastic weekend making quilts with Jacqueline. We are complete beginners and she helped us go from a pile of fabric to a very nearly completed quilt (& the knowledge & skills to finish the last little bit at home). The food & company were also fantastic & would definitely highly recommend. We’re already planning on coming back! Thanks Jacqueline - your expertise, kindness & culinary skills are second to none"

Bee-spoke Quilts responded:

"Thank you for your lovely comments. I thought everyone did really well and it was a pleasure to teach you. I hope it has given you the confidence to try more quilting projects in future. Best wishes Jacqueline "

Jay reviewed: Beginners bowl carving

"Nick is a very skilled and generous tutor. I had an amazing two days learning how to make a bowl and I am thrilled with the result. I thoroughly recommend Nick’s workshops. Thank you Nick and Debs for your hospitality. "

Gosman Spoon Co. responded:

"Thank you so much Jay you’re welcome here any time for a refresher :)"

Paul reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great full hands on day making the dragon candle stick. Scrumptious lunch plus cake and biscuits included."

Sonya Longley reviewed: October Glass Art - Framed Art Piece 🖼️

"Loved doing this workshop! Plenty of ideas and materials available and both Lisa and Cathy gave us every encouragement and advice. Looking forward to collecting my artwork and making some more."

The Dart Centre responded:

"Hi Sonya, thank you so much for your lovely feedback which we shall pass on to the tutors. We are glad that you had such an enjoyable session and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best wishes, Laura."

Debs reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Another excellent course with Rachel. She is knowledable, skilled and creative, giving just the right balance between instruction, support and freedom. I had booked my next course with Rachel before this one had even finished!!"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hello Debs, thankyou so much for this lovely review. You are so supportive of my workshops, and Im so happy you enjoy them so much, very best wishes, Rachel"

Sarah reviewed: Traditional Leaded Stained Glass Panel

"We had a wonderful day at Katherines lovely studio! Having never worked with stained glass before, myself & my daughter were admittedly apprehensive. Katherine did an amazing job putting us at ease & talked us through each stage, working with our bespoke designs from start to finish. She was so relaxed & patient, we couldn’t have asked for a better teacher. The lunch was delicious & the flapjack was divine. Katherine even catered for my daughters dietary requirements. Highly recommended!! "

number8glass responded:

"I'm so grateful for your review Sarah, thank you and I'm glad you and Sophie enjoyed it so much. "

Mel Pierce reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Had a wonderful relaxing day crafting with like minded people. Rachel splits the course into easy to understand stages and guides you through each technic . She is extremely encouraging and helpful. No question is a wrong question . With her tutoring everyone was able to produce a piece of work to be proud of . I had not embroidered for a while and found it easy going , even mastering my first ever French knots . An amazing teacher and would highly recommend her course to friends and family. Thank you Rachel ."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Mel, thankyou very very much for such positive feedback, its so appreciated. The embroidery you created was really lovely, and Im so glad youve enjoyed yesterday. Very best wishes, Rachel"

Joanna reviewed: Fused glass lanterns

"Extremely enjoyable course. Anne explained everything very clearly and catered for both beginners and those with a bit of experience. Plenty of scope to use your own ideas but also useful guidance on design and best use of materials. Very satisfying to be able to do a slightly bigger project than the smaller items I have done before. Looking forward to picking up the lantern when it's been fired and hope to do another course soon. "

Fired Imagination responded:

"Thankyou Jo for the lovely review. I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop."

Bruce Seymour reviewed: Painting portraits in watercolour

"Liz is a fantastic tutor and the studio at Micklems Farm was perfect. I learnt so much and was really pleased with how much I achieved. Thank you😊"

Liz Chaderton Artist responded:

"Hi Bruce - thank you so much for the glowing review. I could see the light bulb going on!"

Chrisi reviewed: Bobbin Lace Bookmark Workshop

"Whilst I did learn something new from this course, the experience was unpleasant. The provider had her mother with her and they constantly contradicted each other. They spent the entire 3. Hours I was there bickering. "

Louise Arnett reviewed: Make a 'Concertina' purse in a day - Craft it yourself Practical Leather Course

"What an amazing workshop. Highly recommended. Gorgeous and functional purse. Georgie is such a great and patient teacher, really relaxing day. "

Simon Joseph reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"The Yorkshire Rose stone carving day was brilliant. it taught several carving skills and these were built on through the day. It was a small group so plenty of tuition and Helen was able to rescue my mistakes. The carving itself that I took home was great."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you for the great review Simon. 😀 "

Jane Williams reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"A wonderful introduction to pottery. Geoff was a patient teacher who gave clear instructions which enabled us to achieve a decent result for a first attempt! Definitely an addictive pastime . Recommend as a great present for anyone who wants to have a go! Or ongoing tuition to further skills. Just wear warm clothes as the studio is chilly "

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Thank you, Jane. Glad you enjoyed the session."

Kevin Patterson reviewed: Woodwork Beginners workshop

"The woodworking for beginners course was absolutely fantastic! We covered so much during the day and I learnt so much whilst making my planter from scratch. It has given me a real enthusiasm to now try other projects going forwards. The group was really nice and friendly and Sue kept us fed and watered throughout the day! I truly enjoyable experience which I would strongly recommend to anyone thinking of tipping their toes into the wood making arena. "

Tuffett responded:

"Thank you Kevin. It was a great day with you all and I am glad you enjoyed it. Sue"

Gemma reviewed: Durham soap making workshop

"Had a fabulous time with my family. Instruction was clear, Claire was very friendly, the atmosphere was lovely and relaxed. We each got a practice soap a d a big bar of soap which we made ourselves. Thetly were wrappex very prettily at the end. Would highly recommend."

Annette reviewed: October Glass Art - Framed Art Piece 🖼️

"Great class, tutors very encouraging and helpful. Gave ideas and positive comments throughout the session. Lots of resources available, on Eid best glass fusion courses I have done. Hope to return :)"

Amy reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Had a wonderful day learning to linocut Janet was very good at explaining how to do it and letting us experiment with the different colours and come up with our own ideas on what we would like to do and how to execute them "

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Amy, it was a pleasure to spend the day with you and to help you create your lovely fenland scene Lino prints. I hope the day inspires you to make more prints! "