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25 Aug 17'

Tina skinner reviewed: Clay Day Workshop

"My son and I did this course. It was a wonderful introduction that also allowed us to develop our own style and thoughts within the projects Gerry set us. Gerry is a great teacher and lovely person to spend time with, she listened to our ideas and helped us make them happen. I could not recommend Fired Thoughts more highly.... We both want to do more and more with them in the future."

25 Aug 17'

Aaron Ebling reviewed: Piano Lessons

"An amazingly helpful and friendly teacher! Learning Piano was something that I really struggled to grasp growing up, but Laura has the ability to work around difficulties and incorporate them into my practice enabling me to improve. Laura's drive and passion for music helps to create a fun and inspiring environment to learn, and I cannot recommend her more!"

25 Aug 17'

Henrietta reviewed: Singing / Vocal Lessons

"Laura is passionate about singing but very empathetic to your needs, and is very happy for you to sing any style and pick your own songs. Laura always has a welcoming smile which gives you confidence even when you are full of nerves.! I love my lessons and have learned a lot, feel so much more relaxed and always look forward to the next one."

25 Aug 17'

Oliver Murphy reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"What a joy! Peter's Introduction to Greenwood course has to be the best weekend i've had all year. Peter is diligent and extremely experienced in his craft and has a lovely approach to teaching the various skills you learn throughout the two days. He guides and advises at a steady step by step pace to both the group and as individuals, helping you realise your own design. I'm certainly looking at dates for the chair making course. A charming location, weekend and tutor. Well recommended!!"

25 Aug 17'

Barbara Miller reviewed: Wire & mixed media sculpture courses with James Ort

"Again... Another great couple of days at The Phoenix Studio. Great tuition and support throughout the course. A beautiful setting and a great mix of people. You won't be dissapointed ! Thanks James:)"

25 Aug 17'

Fiona reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I had a great experience at Maggie's recently and, although I don't think I'm artistic, I surprised myself. Maggie is so enthusiastic and encouraging so I felt able to experiment with different pieces and styles. I totally went for it and really enjoyed myself. A tour of Maggie's wonderful garden has me thinking already about my next project. A great workshop which I would thoroughly recommend."

25 Aug 17'

Sonja & Lenny Black reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"My husband paid for us to go together as a present. We both had an absolutely brilliant day. Neither of us had any idea what to expect. Siobhan is an amazing character who explains the process so well, but also lets you have a free run on what you want to do. I honestly thought it wouldn't be for my husband at all, but, he loved it. I never realised he could be so patient and artistic !!! I wouldn't describe it as a course, as courses are normally boring, this day is most definitely not boring. This is a great day out where you can create your own master pieces and it also makes you realise just how skilled Siobhan really is. We will both be going back again as our xmas prezzie to each other. Many thanks to Siobhan for giving us a great day."

25 Aug 17'

Matt reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"My partner and I spent a really enjoyable day with Chris. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in learing how to turn wood as Chris is extremely patient and attentive to your level of ability. Despite neither of us ever having done anything like this before we both came away with a beautiful bowl each. It was nice to know we could do it. Thanks Chris!"

25 Aug 17'

Emily Bott reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"The one day saddle bag workshop with Sarah was amazing! It was such a full day of learning new skills. I am extremely pleased with the end product and it is definitely something I would like to have another go at. Sarah's teaching was clear and she has genuine expertise to share. Thank you Sarah."

24 Aug 17'

John reviewed: Blacksmith forgework Learning Experience Day

"A great day this was. Enjoyable, inspirational, educational and good humoured. Robin and Daren were very helpful towards my making of a useful and decorative letter opener and a knife. I learned a great deal, about tools used and practical details, whilst they helped out where necessary. Lunch was ably provided by Susan, and was very nutritious. Many thanks for the experience."

24 Aug 17'

Kerry Thomson reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"What a great way to spend a Saturday morning! Kerry is a natural host; warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about her craft. Kerry's beautiful home was the perfect location for the workshop and she made us all feel so welcome even providing the most delicious homemade scones and fresh coffee. I learnt so much about candles that I never knew before. The course made me realise that they are require a lot more care than perhaps most of us give them. It was great to share the morning with a lovely bunch of people and really interesting to see all the different amazing5 scents everyone chose for their very own hand poured candle. I can't wait to light mine - currently following the candle making rules and letting it 'cure' for seven days! I would wholeheartedly recommend this course and wish Kerry every success."

24 Aug 17'

Chris Chadwick reviewed: Free Taster Intuitive Art for Healing & Well Being art class/free group

"This is an activity that encourages even the least confident person to explore and create in a Mindful way. Kas suggests a simple process that people can use with no 'rights' or 'wrongs' and which will evolve into something unique for each participant. She is then available to explore that process, which enhances the whole experience. Kas is a skilled creative therapist who opens the door to new ways of self-expression in the gentlest way."

24 Aug 17'

Nathalia Flanagan reviewed: Introduction to Precious Metal Clay Day Course

"Absolutely loved doing this course! Andrew and Creusa are a fantastic team in making this workshop absolutely fantastic. I enjoyed it so much I've booked on to do the Make Your Own Wedding Ring course with my husband to be. This is absolute must do course to anyone who's interested in crafts and jewellery."

24 Aug 17'

Sharon reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"We spent a very enjoyable day in July making a bangle. The boat is well set up and Jonathan is a teacher by profession which shows. Usually reasonably good with crafts, I proved to be very ham-fisted on this day but Jonathan was patient and encouraging. Ended up with a lovely bangle which has been much admired and which I still find myself looking at with some amazement. Would recommend this course for anyone wanting to try working with silver for the first time."

24 Aug 17'

Bernadette Wardrop reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Enjoyed a lovely morning at Kerrilyn's candle making workshop on 21st August 2017. Very informative with lots to learn, but in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Can't wait to light my candle! Would highly recommend this workshop. Thank you Kerrilyn."

24 Aug 17'

Rebekah Gutteridge reviewed: Candle making workshops

"I booked this course for me and my Mum as a mothers day gift (i'm sorry this review is so late!). We had a fantastic day. Angharad was an amazing teacher, talking through all the different wax's and wicks, colors and scents. She actively encouraged note taking so we could practice our new art at home. The workshop was in a beautiful surrounding and lunch was wonderful, the pets were amazing. I'm hoping Angharad will do a slightly more advanced course in the future so i can re-book for me and my mum as we love mother-daughter days out where we learn new skills and come away with our achievements. We took some kits home with us and find it so relaxing making candles and practicing all we learnt. Thank you so much, we will be back! :-)"

24 Aug 17'

Philippe reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"Col is amazing! He is so skilled and happy to share his knowledge and passion with us, three guys who were clueless! The day was really interesting, we learnt loads and made lots of things. Col is very generous with his experience and time. We enjoyed it so much that we will return."

23 Aug 17'

Liz reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Lovely day Michelle was a good teacher she had a lovely manner and the group size was just right. Really pleased with the result of a days class"

23 Aug 17'

Lisa Evans reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpture introduction session

"Great teacher, so engaging, absolutely loved the workshop and so pleased with the results, never felt at all rushed, had plenty of time to play with the materials and create something I'm proud of. Highly recommend but be warned, this medium is very addictive and you'll be wanting to come back and learn more, I know I am."

23 Aug 17'

Ruth Joseph reviewed: Furzie: Needle-felting course at From Home, Berkeley, Gloucestershire

"Furzie or Micheele is a wonderful and patient instructor - generous with equipment, fleece and a lovely lunch, I couldn't have had a better day, i'm hugely satisfied with all my instruction and look forward to the spring when i hope to return well done Michelle xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx"

23 Aug 17'

Wild Rose Escapes reviewed: Hand-Spinning & Natural Dyeing Retreat, Highlands, Scotland

"Rosie, so friendly and knowledgeable, full of energy and fun! Good, simple, wholesome food and plenty of it! The dyeing was really good, but the spinning defeated me (but not the others), I probably gave up too quickly. Lovely tutors for the knitting and spinning. Good accommodation. Well organised. All really good. I'd love to go back."

23 Aug 17'

Sophia reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"The day seemed very well structured with technical explanation interspersed with practical application - so it did not overwhelm. It was good to practise with copper before being let loose on silver in the afternoon. Jonathan is a very knowledgable and very encouraging teacher. My daughter and I had a fantastic time and love the rings/earrings we made. We also very much appreciated the delicious food! Thank you Jonathan and Helen."

23 Aug 17'

Stuart Adams reviewed: Bespoke jewellery class - design and make your own ring, unique to your style

"After seeing the quality of Genna's products online I decided to contact her to ask for help designing and producing a one-off piece of jewellery for a birthday gift. She offered advice so I could come up with the basic idea prior to the class at her workshop. I'd never done anything like this before and had a pretty specific idea in mind but with Genna's help I managed to create a pendant I was extremely happy with. Genna is a talented and patient teacher and I learned a great deal in a short space of time in the workshop. If you are looking to buy a bespoke handcrafted piece of jewellery or a fun day out creating your own piece I'd highly recommend Genna Design to anyone!"

23 Aug 17'

Harriet Kent reviewed: Try Enamel workshop - suitable for all abilities

"Absolutely loved my session with Teresa. Made a lovely set of earrings for my best friend for her birthday - she absolutely loves them and wears them all the time! Teresa was very patient and a great teacher. The session was so much fun and I can not thank Teresa enough."

23 Aug 17'

joshua howe reviewed: Dry stone walling course Lancashire/Yorkshire/Manchester/Leeds/Sheffield/North West

"i really enjoyed the course and found it really beneficial as i had no idea how much goes into dry stone walling and now i have come back will a great deal of information about it. i enjoyed the time with our tutor john as he was very factual and informative and helped me out every step of the way i would highly recommend this course to anyone who is willing to go on it i would like to thank john for the amazing sessions."