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Kathryn Franklin reviewed: Create your own copper hanging planter - 2 day course

"Attending the “create your own copper planter” course was fun, instructive and informative. Charlotte explained clearly and was always there to help and guide. It was great to complete the weekend with our finished work to take home."

Charlotte Tollyfield Contemporary Bespoke Silverware responded:

"Thank you for a great review Kathryn! I'm so glad you enjoyed the course; it was a pleasure to welcome you to the workshop. I hope your shiny, new planter is hanging up in pride of place at home. Best wishes, Charlotte"

Carole Smith reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"My husband and I enjoyed a very worthwhile day with Jamal in his workshop learning about stained glass leading. It was interesting to learn about the history of this craft and then to actually experience the process to create our own individual pieces of stained glass art of which we are very proud. Thank you for a fabulous and inspiring experience Jamal. "

Nick reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners Day

"Fantastic day, thanks so much to Alex for being a friendly, warm, experienced, and supportive teacher who is able to step back or step forward depending on what you need at any time. Alex really cares about what he does and this is reflected in the course. In the beginners course you make three items which develop skills and push you to different extents as the day goes on with a keen awareness of what's possible and enjoyable in the time available. There is flexibility about what objects you make and flexibility to customise them according to your preference. Really brilliant experience - thanks Alex!"

Janet Tucker reviewed: Adventures in book binding with Ali Reeve

"I chose this course having just done Ali’s inspiring 2 hr workshop at the independent bookshop in Daventry. The day course offered the opportunity to try different binding methods and produce 4 fabulous books. Ali explains everything clearly and is very encouraging. The equipment and resources provided were amazing and the day flew by. I am looking forward to making personalised books for friends and family. It is a very relaxing hobby with endless creative potential."

Stamps Away responded:

"It was so lovely to see you again and share more book binding with you. I am sure family and friends will love you creations."

Abby reviewed: Taster Pottery Session

"I recently took my Nan to Joan’s pottery course as an 80th birthday present as she had always wanted to try pottery and regretted not doing so. Joan couldn’t have been kinder and more patient with us. It really made the day special and my Nan had a wonderful time- I will never forget it! Highly recommend this course to everyone!"

jccermaics responded:

"Thankyou Abby for your kind review, it was a pleasure meeting you both and seeing your Nan throw her pot😊"

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

"The most amazing Tutor! She gave us her tremendous knowledge with great aplomb and a magnitude of ideas and setting us direction. You have an absolute treasure there! "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thankyou Anne for your kind words, you were a pleasure to teach. When I’m in your area I will let you know and we can have our own little art lesson! 😀"

Alan Dowling reviewed: Create your own copper hanging planter - 2 day course

"I attended the 'Create Your Own Copper Hanging Planter' at the weekend and enjoyed it very much. Charlotte is an excellent tutor, explaining each stage of the process and providing advice and assurance throughout. I was very pleased with the planter I made - including the Tradescantia Zebrina (plant) supplied as part of the course."

Charlotte Tollyfield Contemporary Bespoke Silverware responded:

"Thank you for your excellent review, Alan. It was a pleaseure to welcome you back to the workshop, and I'm glad you enjoyed the course. I hope you get a lot of joy from displaying your new hanging planter. With very best wishes, Charlotte."

Rich reviewed: Creative Mosaic Workshop

"Interesting day, in lovely surroundings. Very much enjoyed learning the basics of mosaic creation, and took away something resembling the picture I'd taken with me. Ali was very friendly, welcoming, helpful, insightful and supportive. Certainly something I could see myself spending time on creatively in the future. I took photos of main tools and materials during the day, and good to have a one-pager handout to take away as a reminder of some of the things discussed/imparted. Thank you very much."

Mosaic Workshops in the Garden Room responded:

"Much enjoyed my day with you all. Great work was created and I hope you carry on with the mosaic journey. A"

Mark Butcher reviewed: Knife making weekend Gloucestershire

"What a fantastic course and a truly wonderful experience, Arian is such a dedicated and delightful tutor, so willing to pass on his knowledge in a very inclusive manner. I really can’t imagine anyone, no matter how unfamiliar with diy skills, not getting real engagement with this course, you learn metalworking, woodworking and leatherwork techniques in a lovely friendly environment Well done to you all"

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Mark, Thank you for this, it was great to meet you and welcome you at our community workshop. I particularly like that we get to engage with 3 very different materials, each very much a part of the process, as you saw. All the best and hope your knife serves you for years to come! Arian"

Sarah Callis reviewed: Mosaic Robin Garden Stake

"I first attended a class to make the Robin but have since been back and made a couple of garden lollipops. Gill is always so patient and is so creative making sure you have a really enjoyable day. I can’t wait to make the mirror! I did make them all for gifts but love them so much I might keep them. "

Meridian Mosaics responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Sarah, so pleased to know I’ve created another mosaic addict xxx"

Andrew B reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"Brilliant! Jake is such a knowledgeable, experienced and practical instructor with the perfect balance between demonstrating and letting you learn for yourself. I would recommend this wood turning course to anyone wishing to have a go for the first time. I certainly hope to be going back to try one of Jake’s other courses - it was so much fun."

Annmarie reviewed: Colourful embellished mixed media brooches with material pack - UK only

"This was an excellent course. The teaching was clear and the tutor was calm and generous."

Jessica Grady embroidery artist responded:

"Thanks Annmarie and hope you enjoy your lovely stitched brooch! Best wishes Jess "

Ryan H reviewed: Spoon Carving - Slojd Workshop

"I’d been bought this course as a birthday gift. Not knowing what to expect, I went with an open mind and it turned out to be a fun and therapeutic way to spend a Saturday. Set in lovely Bellingham, Northumberland. Max is a great teacher, friendly, patient and with a natural ability to explain things in a way that’s easy for a novice to understand. The number of people on the course (5) was right for the size of the workshop and allowed Max to give individual guidance to each participant. A lot of information to take in but delivered in a way that was not overwhelming. Even with the technical element, the art of carving a simple spoon out of a piece of wood is surprisingly relaxing. I would highly recommend Max and his spoon carving workshop!"

Max Sconyers III responded:

"Thanks for the kind words, Ryan! It was great to carve together. I am so glad that you enjoyed the day."

Kathy reviewed: Collage workshop with Helen Norman

"I highly recommend the collage workshop. Both the Nikki and Helen were very welcoming and the venue was delightful. I'd not attempted collage before but after only 3 hours I'd produced a work of art which I've framed. Thank you for the inspiring tuition, plentiful ideas and materials, and delicious cake."

Hen House Studio responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed the workshop here and thank you so much for your great review. That's good to hear you've framed your collage, we were so impressed with you all and hope you will continue to make more when time allows. Thanks for coming."

Debbie Hughes reviewed: Wire bird sculpture workshop

"Highly recommend this excellent course, Lynne was such a patient tutor. She was very easygoing and went over things as many times as I needed. She did each step slowly and constantly checked how we were getting on and offered helpful "tweeks""

Lynne Littler Sculpture responded:

"Thanks Debbie - was lovely to meet you and your hubby and friend - thank you for your kind words - above all i am so happy you enjoyed the workshop and all your makes were fan - well done - hope to see you on another workshop soon take care x"

Meeta reviewed: House Plant/Botanical Glass Workshop Cambridge

"I really enjoyed this course, Will was a great teacher and gave everyone the time needed to complete the project at their own pace. I highly recommend this course. "

Michele Bowers reviewed: Mosaics for the home and garden

"We had a fantastic day, Frances was an amazing teacher who let us all create our own individual piece, it was very relaxing in a gorgeous quite garden location, excellent value for money would highly recommend x"

Mosaic Mania responded:

"Hi Michele. Thank you so much for this. I'm so glad you both enjoyed it! I thought your mosaics were lovely, it's amazing what a complete beginner can make in a day, and you really wouldn't know neither of you had made a mosaic before! I'll get the mosaics to you (via L) once they are grouted. x"

gail reviewed: Lampshade making workshop Brighton

"Excellent workshop! We had very useful pre workshop communication from the tutor Joanne about what type of material to bring and measurements etc! The workshop room was bright and airy! Joanne provided all tools and the lampshade frames and took us through the process of constructing our lampshades step by step. I thoroughly enjoyed the morning and would highly recommend this workshop!! "

Debbie Field reviewed: Beekeeping Introduction course

"Excellent. Very informative and just what I needed. Roger was so helpful. Excited to get going with my bees now!! Lunch was delicious too!! "

Brecon Beecombs responded:

"Thanks for the great review Debbie - don't forget to send photos and call or message if you have any questions - enjoy your Beekeeping :)"

Tanya Hughes reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"I had a fantastic day! Tried my hand at various techniques guided expertly by Ruby. His patient teaching skills enabled me to learn more than I expected. The day flew by and I was totally immersed in what I was doing. I would highly recommend this course to anyone."

Gill reviewed: Lampshade making workshop Brighton

"Fantastic course, Joanna couldn't have been more friendly, kind and helpful. We all came away with beautiful lampshades. Would totally recommend this course."

Pete reviewed: Couple - Blacksmith Beginners Experience Day

"We had a great day out learning the basics of forging in a nicely laid out and safe workshop. Richard was great helping us out when we were struggling and we made some fab parts to take home with us. I would thoroughly recommend."

Hayley reviewed: House Plant/Botanical Glass Workshop Cambridge

"Great workshop! Will is a brilliant teacher and very helpful, really enjoyed it and went away with a piece I really love. Would definitely like to do another one, and hone my skills!"

Richard Phillips reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"I had a great day with Tony on Friday 20th June. I’d never done any welding before, Tony was very friendly, clear and patient, talked all about the welder itself and how to set it up etc, provided me with clean overalls, gloves and a good welding mask. Toney was very good at talking through and showing me what to do. I thoroughly enjoyed my day, the environment was clean and tidy and great for teaching. I was there on what was the hottest day of the year so far, but with large fans and supply of cold water it was fine. I highly recommend this course for any welding beginners."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Hi Richard Thank you very much for your kind review it is very much appreciated . You did extremely well on the course and I hope you continue welding in the future. If I can help you with anything please feel free to get in contact. Regards Tony "

Sandra Lyons reviewed: Beginners Silver Jewellery Course

"Really good session but finding it was challenging. You need what 3 words (Score.Plea.Grips) to locate, as no phone signal and postcode not exact for getting there by sat nav Learnt loads. Tutor v knowledgable and skilled at explaining and guiding. Just 2 of us on the course so we’d made a ring and bracelet each in 6 hrs. No additional charge for silver used although you need be reasonable in usage understandably. Wholly recommend. And you have something that you can wear as a reminder "