Latest reviews

7 Mar 17'

Ian reviewed: Whittling course

"Had a fantastic day learning and producing some fun articles on Martin's course. My father and my two sons all thoroughly enjoyed it. It was very hard to fault any part of Martin's course, approach or friendliness. If you have an interest in this and want to learn the basics including correct techniques - so important to safely handling the very sharp knives involved - then I really can't recommend this course enough. We made a butter knife, fork and a fully working whistle over the day. The course included a nice lunch including getting in some gluten free options which was appreciated. Thanks Martin - a great day."

7 Mar 17'

MCK reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"Visited Rosanna in her lovely part of Kent once again this week.Once again what a pleasure to listen to someone who knows "just the right way to do it" helping you produce results you weren't sure you could acheive,"

7 Mar 17'

Rosie Tucker reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"I booked this day for my Son and Husband for their birthdays. They both had had the best time ,instruction was really good and the day was informal ,which suited them both ,but they learnt a lot and my husband said how he has so much more respect and understanding for the work that Colin produces. Both were really chuffed with the pieces that they produced and so was I."

7 Mar 17'

Catherine harlow reviewed: 4-week online flower arranging class with Julie Davies Flower Workshops

"I started with no experience whatsoever just a love for flowers... I've ended the course with so much more confidence and idea on what I'm doing. I was a little nervous to begin with but everyone was so nice and Julie's feedback is so helpful and reassuring. You can do this course at your pace when you get a spare hour here and there or save everything for a Sunday afternoon. I can't recommend this course more! Thank you!!"

7 Mar 17'

Wyn Khor reviewed: 2 days Mosaic Workshop for Beginners and Intermediate Levels with Nathalie Vin

"Nathalie's Introduction to Mosaic course was a great day out for my friend and I. We learned the basics of the art, including designing, cutting and arranging tiles to form a finished piece of mosaic. Nathalie's studio was a joy to work in and the small class size ensured we each received plenty of personal attention from the mosaic guru herself! Other reviewers have also mentioned the delicious lunch spread - I couldn't agree more. Highly recommended fun weekend activity!"

7 Mar 17'

Jacky Hole reviewed: Needle Felting with FURZIE at The National Herb Centre, Banbury, Oxfordshire

"Ideal venue for this excellent course. Plenty of parking,a great welcome and great service. Really enjoyed the drinks and lunch too. As for the course, Michelle was a very hands on tutor ensuring that everyone understood the methods. She had total control and kept everyone engaged through the whole day with plenty of encouragement and praise. We all felt very proud of our achievements and left enthused and raring to make another felted animal!"

7 Mar 17'

Sarah Liversy reviewed: Furniture Painting Course with Afternoon Tea in Sheffield by South Yorkshire Interiors Academy

"Super fun and got an amazing item of furniture to paint. Loved it all. Many thanks to the team for a great day for me and mum."

7 Mar 17'

Lesley Clode reviewed: Willow hearts and flowers

"Fantastic day with a friendly, knowledgeable tutor in a very relaxing and welcoming environment. Would recommend a day at The Willow Barn without hesitation. Can't wait until I get the next one booked."

7 Mar 17'

Steve Carmicheal reviewed: Expressive painting in oils or acrylics

"Have been meaning to start painting for some time now and Liz has provided me with the confidence and inspiration to make that first step. Her approach to teaching allows you to enjoy the creative process but also provides you with a sense of achievement. I now want to paint regularly and enjoy each new challenge that the course offers."

7 Mar 17'

Tracy Ridley reviewed: Willow hearts and flowers

"Victoria never disappoints. Another amazing course"

7 Mar 17'

Dave Smith reviewed: Leatherwork: Purse and Belt Making

"Great course Ruth was a warm and friendly tutor. There was enough material, equipment and plain understandable tuition for us to follow and come away with two complete pieces of work and ideas to do more. I'm already planning what to do next. All of this plus a very pleasant surroundings to hold courses. A really nice days work."

7 Mar 17'

Ziggy Momrelle reviewed: Stitchless bags workshop - learn how to craft your own leather bag with no stitching

"Hands down, by far, the BEST class I have been too!! Esther is amazingly talented and a brilliant teacher - class is well structured, clearly explained and fun! There are different bag designs and a beautiful range of leathers to choose from, which means everyone can make a bag which is unique to them. Lovely atmosphere - very friendly and relaxed. Highly recommended! Still smitten with my new bag! Thank you Esther"

7 Mar 17'

Liz reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"This workshop was one of the best workshops I have been to in the last year, really enjoyed it."

7 Mar 17'

Nicky West reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I just wanted to say thank you for the workshop the other day, I really enjoyed it! I enjoyed it so much that I now want to make candles properly and sell them."

7 Mar 17'

Sheila reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"I am so pleased to have found Magic Wool Studio where the artist Raya Brown teaches a range of skills and crafts. Raya is using her professionalism to guide you through different stages of creating an art work. I was particularly impressed by her knowledge of composition and colour scheme which she passes on to her students at workshops. I feel that I learnt so much within a 6 hour workshop. I am fascinated by wool painting technique and so happy with my wool picture. I'm going to attend more workshops especially felt making classes. I would recommend Raya's classes to anyone. They are suitable for absolute beginners as well as experienced artists."

7 Mar 17'

DaveG reviewed: Leatherwork: Purse and Belt Making

"Very enjoyable course in good surroundings. Ruth explained things clearly and at the end of the course I had completed the axe and knife sheaths, and was well on the way to making a 2nd axe sheath. Many thanks."

7 Mar 17'

Martin Rollin reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"This course was booked as a gift from my Wife. Blacksmithing is some thing I have wanted to try for a long time. The course didn't get off to a good start as we started an hour late with no explanation or information as to why, however once we started it was brilliant, Tim and his staff were helpful informative and really showed a passion for their trade. This showed in the demos and ease in which they gave help and advice throughout the day nothing was too much trouble and no question went unanswered. We more than made up for the late start at the end of the day. Thanks once again To Tim and his team for an excellent day I would certainly book on another one of his courses"

7 Mar 17'

Tricia Douglas reviewed: Enamelling on copper

"We took this amazing day course as a part of my friend's birthday. It was such a good choice and so much fun! I flew in from Switzerland and was so happy I did. If only I lived closer, I believe the lovely Dylis would have turned me into an enamelist. Be it her welcoming and helpful personality, her precious dog Chloe or the excitement of watching your projects turn into beautiful but easy masterpieces, I would have certainly been a goner! Perhaps there will be another trip in my future! Thank you so much for a wonderful time! Happy enameling!"

6 Mar 17'

Mr & Mrs Mackay reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"What an enjoyable day! Colin was great, a fountain of knowledge, a fantastic sense of humour and extremely patient. After the brief safety induction we got stuck in, we made all sorts from coat hooks to toasting forks. We defiantly will be recommending Colin to friends and family and hope to be back for more practice!"

6 Mar 17'

Louise Harlanderson reviewed: Hand Bound Leather Journal Workshop

"The course was fantastic. The tutors were friendly, helpful, supportive and skilled. They provided everything required and maintained a sense of humour throughout the day, with bucket loads of support and advice Well worth the money."

6 Mar 17'

Anne-Marie reviewed: 2 Online Felt Picture Courses - Summer Storm & Raindrops on Roses

"Bridget was a great teacher and very friendly. We learnt the basic principles of wet felting as well as various different techniques to manipulate the felt in different ways depending on the final result we were trying to achieve. I was over the moon with my picture, it looked really professional. I would recommend this course 100%."

6 Mar 17'

Sue Phillips reviewed: Enamelling on copper

"I chose Dilys's course from a list of ideas for my daughters 30th birthday, and what a great idea it was! Dilys took 4 complete novices and helped us produce beautiful pieces to take home and show off. She is a wonderful teacher, calm and encouraging, with a sense of fun. I've told all my friends about it and I certainly hope to go back and do more."

6 Mar 17'

Justine reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"This was the second two day course I had done with Jason and once again I came away with a great sense of achievement and pride in the beautiful bag I had made. Jason is very laid back and so the atmosphere in the workshop is very relaxing. He is incredibly patient and encourages as he teaches. It is such an absorbing, therapeutic craft you come away feeling very uplifted. I can't recommend it enough!"

6 Mar 17'

Hannah reviewed: Woodwork joinery level 1/2/3 at The Makershed

"This was an excellent course - I'd highly recommend it. I'd never done any woodworking before and I learnt a lot in a short space of time and had fun doing it! Jenny's exactly the teacher you'd want - highly skilled, very clear in her instructions, patient and helpful. I'll certainly be signing up for more courses in the future."

6 Mar 17'

Charlie reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Great tuition last Saturday, I arrived a complete novice, but left with a bowl beyond my expectations. It was an interesting day and I learned a great deal, we may have even glimpsed George's inner tree hugger! Many thanks to both George and Sue."