Latest reviews

Paula reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"What a fantastic day making stacking rings. Natalia has oodles of patience and great inspirational ideas - especially for myself being a newbie to making jewellery. Would highly recommend this course - beautiful location, lots of fun and I came away with some pretty rings! "

Helen Dale reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day silversmithing with Natalia. Her studio is extremely well equipped and she was excellent at explaining how to work with the silver. Her great communication before the day ensured that we were all able to bring our ideas and designs to reality! Our small group size of three enabled Natalia to give a lot of support and encouragement, she is a very patient and attentive. I highly recommend this course, a memorable day with friends learning new skills and crafting beautiful jewellery to take home! "

Edward Picton-Turbervill reviewed: Make a Welsh stick chair

"Absolutely superb course. Ideal location, and Ben was a brilliant teacher. Highly recommend. "

Helen North reviewed: Beginners Ring Wax Carving Workshop

"This experience was booked for me by my husband as a birthday present and it did not disappoint. I love silver jewellery and have tried fairly unsuccessfully to make silver jewellery from silver clay in the past myself using a kit I’d bought online. This was, by far the better way to do it. Emily is a wonderful instructor and clearly explained the process and each step, carefully guiding me and managing my expectations in relation to what could be achieved from my idea of a ring design. She’s also great company! I was so engrossed in shaping my ring, I completely lost track of time. Emily was very patient with her main concern being that I ended up with a ring I was happy with. It was a really enjoyable experience that I would thoroughly recommend. Really looking forward to seeing the final product. Thank you Emily!"

Zak Phillips-Yates reviewed: Weaving workshop on 4 shaft table looms in South Lakes at the Heron Corn Mill in Beetham

"I really enjoyed the whole day and was amazed at what I was able to achieve from the great instructions given by Erika. The day was extremely relaxing and you can just concentrate on being creative. What a great way to take yourself away from the busy world and focus on being at peace. "

Erika Sojkova Grime responded:

"Thank you for coming to my workshop and for such a lovely review Zak. It was a real pleasure having you at the workshop and I enjoyed teaching you weaving, you are natural! We were all amazed at your beautiful piece and I hope that you will come back, there are so many different patterns, colours and textures yet to explore 😊. Thank you again, Erika "

David Salter reviewed: Make a silver spinning ring: A morning workshop with Hampshire School of Jewellery

"Laura is very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a pleasant and relaxed environment at just the right pace."

Hampshire School of Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback; I am so pleased you enjoyed the class. Laura"

Vanessa Wooddisse reviewed: Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"Sarah is a professional teacher with true empathy for each students ability. The course was structured yet we were encouraged to ask at any point for extra instruction if needed. I loved every minute of the course and would 100% recommend it. Thank you Sarah .. I hear your words in my head when I’m making lampshades now . "

Wendy reviewed: Sew a fabric covered notebook

"Great afternoon. Well led, easy to understand instructions, really good choice of fabrics included. I'm so pleased with my finished book and cover, will definitely make some more for presents."

Jackie reviewed: Soy Wax Batik Class

"Had a great time learning Batik, Chrissy was a good teacher, and it was a lovely group."

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"Thank you Jackie for the lovely feedback. I'm so glad you had a nice time too."

Sarah reviewed: Introduction to Green Woodworking

"I did this class yesterday and it was lots of fun, I learnt lots about green wood and the different tools to use, I was really pleased with my items I made. Also Matt was a very good teacher, the whole day was really good and especially in a wonderful wood, hoping to go back soon."

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you for taking the time to send a review! So glad you enjoyed the course, hope to see you at Manor Wood again soon! Emma"

Dawn reviewed: 1-2-1 Practical Leather Tuition & Consultancy with Georgie Tym

"I've lost count of the amount of bags I have made with Georgie but the day I spent with her last week has got to the best so far! I used the pattern that we had made for previous bags but this time in gorgeous suede. Georgie was so helpful, as always, and I am so so pleased with the end result. I am already trying to find time in my diary to book another day. Don't hesitate to book with Georgie - you won't be disappointed. "

Jennie reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I took my two (adult) sons. We had a brilliant day. We learned a lot. Laughed a lot. And concentrated a lot! Went home with 4 pots each which we were really pleased with. Obviously, some of them were a surprise because that's the nature and joy of raku. Richard is a great tutor. We thoroughly recommend this course. "

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to Raku with you and your two lads. You all helped make for a lovely day. Well done on your outcomes and I hope to see you again. Many thanks for the review."

Ella reviewed: Glass Bead Making Workshop - For Two People

"I've done Julia's course 3 times, safe to say I think it's fantastic!"

James baggott reviewed: Axe / Hammer Forging Day

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day and took home a hand forged axe that I made. If you get the chance to go you definitely should."

Charlotte reviewed: Explore 1 & 2 colour lino cutting and printing in Derbyshire

"A very enjoyable day of printmaking with my daughter and the two other participants. Liz is an excellent teacher and generous with her ideas and resources, as well as her lovely home studio and garden. "

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Charlotte, Lovely to hear from you and thank you for letting me know about your day at The Slipper Studio. It was good to work with you both, seeing your ideas, skills and understanding develop through the day. This is a great process, with lots of potential and there’s so much to learn, so I hope you’re ready for immersion. Best wishes and happy cutting and printing. Liz Wellby"

Sonia reviewed: Seaglass and silver ring workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day course making a sea glass, silver ring. Elena was warm and friendly and knowledgeable and the course was done really well, in bite sized pieces so you felt supported through it all. Would highly recommend."

Seathrift Studios responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to review my course Sonia. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the workshop. It was a pleasure to meet you and I had a lovely day too! Your ring is beautiful and I'm glad the blue seaglass found a good home 😊"

Vicki reviewed: Learn to make a patchwork cushion

"My sister and I had a very enjoyable Sunday morning making a patchwork cushion. All materials supplied, lovely choice of fabrics. Vicky was knowledgeable and helpful; beautiful setting."

Sewing Vee responded:

"Thankyou Vicki - you were a pleasure to teach"

Briony reviewed: Copper Foil Stained Glass Workshop, Northampton

"I came for the half day stained glass copper foil workshop with Will. It was a great experience and I’m so happy with the glass hanging I made. Will was a wonderful teacher, and created a lovely atmosphere at the workshop. He did the perfect balance between giving support and also letting us try out and learn ourselves. He explained clearly including why certain techniques work best without overloading us. He was open to questions and so helpful if you had a different idea (or had gone wrong!). I would love to come again and I would recommend this course to anyone!"

Iris M. reviewed: Beginner's Modern Upholstery Workshop

"I was a complete novice at upholstery before attending the 5-hour beginners’ course at ‘Loft to Loved’ in Sedgefield. We were a small group of strangers, all with chairs in hand, ready to transform our rather sad-looking items into something lovely. Kim made us all feel welcome; the atmosphere was relaxed, friendly, and professional. Crucially, Kim explained everything with great patience and took the time needed. At the end of the workshop, I left with a feeling of achievement, pride, and satisfaction – not a minute wasted! I can only recommend ‘Loft to Loved’ and the upholstery for beginners’ course. I will be back…"

From Loft to Loved Workshops CIC responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Iris. It was a pleasure meeting you and we're so happy you enjoyed the workshop. Kim & Sarah"

Wendy Scott reviewed: Traditional Leaded Stained Glass Panel

"Both my partner and I attended this course yesterday and was really delighted with what we had made. The instruction was top class and were both surprised of how much goes into making stained glass. Would definitely recommend "

number8glass responded:

"I'm so grateful to you for this review Wendy thank you. You both did a brilliant job with your panels and I hope they look glorious in your garden. "

Brenda Hunt reviewed: Flower Patch Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"Lovely, friendly, beautifully organised workshop. Thoroughly enjoyed it and delighted with the result."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Brenda, thankyou so much for your 5 star review, it is very much appreciated. Im so glad you had a lovely day. Very best wishes, Rachel"

JACQUELINE reviewed: Lino Printing for beginners

"This was a very informative morning. Caroline was very kind, helpful."

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Thank you Jacqueline! It's hopefully given you the confidence to give that more intricate beautiful image a go. Hope to see you again. Best wishes Caroline xx "

David reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"We attended the course with a relatively low expectation of what we might achieve in the day but this was far exceeded! A great tutor who clearly explained each step and, where necessary, guided/assisted the doing of it. The group size was good, big enough to allow some social interaction (and 'borrowing' ideas!) but small enough that Judith was readily available to assist. Everything needed was provided - including ideas for prints if you can't think of anything. A thoroughly excellent day and well recommended."

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Very many thanks David. Lovely to spend the day with you and June, and I'm really pleased you enjoyed the experience. Successful prints all round!"

Pete Watkins reviewed: Fluid Art-Acrylic Pouring

"An excellent course. One glance around Lorraine's workshop highlights her skill and experience. Expert advice and guidance and honest assurances that "it won't go wrong" or "it's not a problem, we can fix it". It's quite amazing how much is learned in the session. A most rewarding two and a half hours. "

Art By Lorraine Kim responded:

"I really appreciate your kind words. So pleased you had a positive experience ❤️"

Georgie Burdge reviewed: Blacksmithing Taster Experience

"This was brilliant, they were very welcoming and helpful. I have literally recommended this to everyone I know. I booked this for my partners birthday (we did the just for fun 3 hours) and got to make cool cheese knives. Even though this is a far journey for us (3 hours) I would happily go again for a the longer workshop :) . Also- if you have tiny wrists like me they will give you a smaller hammer to use if you ask :) "