Latest reviews

9 Sep 16'

Sarah Fellows reviewed: Natural Body Beautiful workshop by The Crafty Witch (Libra Holistic Health & Wellness)

"We booked this course for 15 guests at a 40th Birthday for my friend and Mandy came with her assistant and set up the whole dining room with everything for the day it looked amazing! She even brought us fizz which we thought was a lovely touch. We made whipped body butter (which was amazin!) I dont think I will ever buy from a shop again and beautiful scrubs as well as being taught about the products which was eye opening. Great day informative and full of laughs would love to do it again. Big Thanks Mandy pleased to do a review Sarah and the gang from Falkirk x"

9 Sep 16'

Ester McMillian reviewed: Natural Body Beautiful workshop by The Crafty Witch (Libra Holistic Health & Wellness)

"I really enjoyed this course we book Mandy for a hen day in our holiday home and the whole day was a laugh from start to finish. Mandy is a great tutor we learned loads but a lot of fun into the bargain she even brought along cheeky wee hen night themed embellishments for our products! Highly recommended and will be booking again in the future. Thanks!"

9 Sep 16'

Jane Richardson reviewed: CERTIFICATE : Making Natural Luxury Anti-ageing skincare products (Toner, Serum, and Face Cream)

"Really enjoyed the lotion course and learned loads. The price is very cheap too compared to the other courses. Now making lots of moisturisers which my family/friends are loving. Can't wait to do the advanced class."

9 Sep 16'

Chris Nutman reviewed: Introduction to traditional green wood turning course

"Simon is an excellent teacher; knowledgeable, patient, calm and explains everything clearly. I started the day with a log and ended up with a garden dibber which my wife was delighted with! It was a thoroughly enjoyable day in an ideal setting - working on wood in woods with a whiff of woodsmoke. Highly recommended."

8 Sep 16'

Jane F reviewed: Enamelling on copper

"I have just spent a very enjoyable day with Dilys and can recommend her course to anyone - beginners through to more experienced. I learnt so much in a very friendly, comfortable, environment . The workshop is brilliant with everything you could need and Dilys is an excellent teacher. I will definitely be keeping in touch and booking again. Thank you."

8 Sep 16'

Emma Davies reviewed: CERTIFICATE : Making Natural Luxury Anti-ageing skincare products (Toner, Serum, and Face Cream)

"I really enjoyed this course and learned a lot. I have made many lotions but have had many lotions failures in the past where the lotion won't stay emulsified. Now I know what went wrong. I managed to make a beautiful lotion/cream using the technique learnt straight after the workshop. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to find out the correct way of making emulsions and save themselves the heartache I went through!"

8 Sep 16'

Elaine Perry reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"An excellent introduction to weaving for a complete beginner. Dunja is extremely knowledgeable and very organised. She was able to give each of us in the group just the right sort of help we needed to complete a piece of weaving. Lots of tips as well as handouts to help me continue. I was so inspired and enthusiastic that I purchased a loom to continue practising at home! I learned to spin with Dunja last year and it was great that she encouraged me to bring and use some of my own yarn to use in the finished product - I felt very proud of my scarf! I look forward to returning to glean more information from the 'fibre preparation' course soon."

8 Sep 16'

Chris Roberts reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"I simply loved this course. Dunja is very welcoming. Her knowledge of her craft is extensive coupled with an excellent teaching technique and endless patience together with very small classes ensure that all students get the support that they need. Each of us came away with a viable piece of cloth that could be used. I cannot recommend this course highly enough. I will certainly looking to return to build on the excellent foundation that I have been given."

7 Sep 16'

Lisa reviewed: Furniture painting workshop with Annie Sloan chalk paint

"Good tutor and plenty of help. A good range of techniques covered. Would have liked more help/ practice at basic plain painting. Only snag was- We only had one pot and brush for the group when doing most of the techniques which meant there was a lot of time waiting to take a turn."

7 Sep 16'

Julia Bryant reviewed: Stained glass copperfoiling - beginners course - Witney, Oxfordshire

"Attended this course for my 40th birthday as a present from my husband which was arranged at very short notice, but Roz was very accommodating. I learnt how to cut glass, straight and curvy lines and we discussed what I was going to make after showing me some designs. I decided I would like to make a window panel landscape and she showed me the glass in sheets in the colours I wanted. We designed a simple landscape pattern together and as this was going to be in a window I chose see through glass. The copperfoiling was fiddly, but soon got the hang of it and loved the look of it before soldering when it was pinned to a board. I then soldered it and wow I am so pleased I did this. I cannot draw or paint, but this has come out beautiful. Roz said she'd put a photo on her facebook page soon. I did run over time, but she did not rush me at all. I enjoyed all aspects of the course and was amazed by the different types of glass you can buy such pretty glass. I would totally recommended Roz as a friendly and approachable tutor who showed me clearly what to do. Loved the cookies too Roz as I ate most of them. Thank you."

7 Sep 16'

Sara Herron reviewed: Introductory pottery wheel throwing taster sessions

"A very enjoyable, productive day. I have some experience at the wheel but wanted to get to grips with some fundamentals that I felt were inhibiting my learning. Lorraine was great at gauging the level of assistance required and establishing the balance between practical and theory with a mixed ability group. It was really helpful to understand the behaviour of the clay and why certain techniques work, or don't. I would definitely recommend the course and look forward to going back to further my understanding of throwing, firing and glazing."

7 Sep 16'

Rachel Day reviewed: Ceramic Studio Experience - Sunday Clay Day - Full Day Tutor Interactive Workshop

"Sue and Geri have helped me use different skills and techniques to complete my projects. I have made bowls, brooches and sculptures of an owl and a turtle. Everyone does totally different work, so it's very interesting to see what's going on. Sue and Geri make me laugh!"

7 Sep 16'

Emma Heart reviewed: Weekend Stool Making Courses

"I did a stool making course at the East London School of Furniture. It was fantastic! A great way to spend two days, and I got to take home my beautiful handmade ash stool! The atmosphere was really relaxed, and I met some lovely people. I was a complete beginner, and nothing was too challenging. There were others who had some experience, and we all got a lot out of it, so well designed and suitable for all levels. I cant recommend enough!"

6 Sep 16'

Linda Price reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"Dunja has set up a delightful small business in her lovely farmhouse, set in stunning scenery. Her professional and enthusiastic attitude inspires confidence in her abilities as a teacher - the website, equipment and materials are good, as are the accompanying notes. For a complete beginner I can thoroughly recommend this weaving course."

6 Sep 16'

Nicc reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"This course was bought for me for my birthday. And it was fantastic, the blacksmith is a great teacher taking time to show me what I needed to know but also leaving me to it. Nigel's knowledge is very vast. I have thoroughly enjoyed my day, I was tired but all worth it! Everything I made that day I could take home with me. His shop is also a masterpiece! We also stay in one of the gypsy carts with my wife, it just added to the whole experience! Definitely recommend this forge!!!"

6 Sep 16'

Gavin reviewed: A Practical Dry Stone Walling Workshop Central London

"Really enjoyed my one day course with John Holt, despite blazing sunshine which made lifting stone heavy going! It's remarkable how much information John managed to impart in one day, all in an easy, anecdotal fashion, but his obvious passion for the craft of dry stone walling comes across strongly and infects anybody who takes the course. Obviously, you can't learn a skilled craft like this in a day, but the experience of taking down a wall, sorting the stones and then building another wall - along with the fact sheets given to at the end of the session - will give you a good grounding and hopefully the appetite for more!"

5 Sep 16'

Mary B reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"I attended the full day workshop and had a brilliant day. Rosanna was very welcoming and gave me her full attention, nothing was too much trouble. I haven't worked with leather before but had the opportunity to experience a lot in one day and made several different items - all of which I am pleased with and will be used! Despite doing so much it was very relaxing. Thank you Rosanna, I had a great day!"

5 Sep 16'

Victoria reviewed: Flamework (Lampwork) - Making glass beads for beginners

"Having enjoyed last year's summer school, I was keen to attend this year's too. I did the beginner's flamework beads, to remember the basics & create some more lovely pieces, before trying the sculptured beads class in the afternoon. It was challenging & lots of fun (although my owl had wonky wings). Toni is fantastic & very patient with all our questions. I can't wait to do some more!"

5 Sep 16'

Alison Rae reviewed: Upholstery weekly classes

"Such a wonderful course! Karen was always on hand to help with the fiddly / frustrating bits. I learnt so much and had a lot of fun doing it. I'm already looking for my next project..."

5 Sep 16'

Victoria reviewed: Make fabulous felt - needle felting and wet felting techniques to make animals, bags, pictures...

"I had a great time learning wet-felting, making a much-needed tea cosy (with a landscape design) & a gorgeous 3D pink & white rose, which I needle-felted into shape. I learned more about needle-felting & hope to create more at home. Toni is a fantastic teacher, always helping & encouraging you to enjoy the experience."

5 Sep 16'

Carol reviewed: Group Soap-making Workshop - Soapology Studio - Nottinghamshire

"This was a lovely day, Emma was encouraging and supportive. The morning session was very informative, although I am not sure I totally understood the maths involved!! The afternoon was great as I got to make 3 batches of soap. It was great to use the different essential oils and other ingredients and Emma encouraged us all in using her stock. I had a really enjoyable day and would thoroughly recommend it for anyone interested in starting soap making. Thanks also to Emma's partner for giving a helping hand. Was"

5 Sep 16'

Carol reviewed: Group Soap-making Workshop - Soapology Studio - Nottinghamshire

"I had a lovely day. Emma was informative and supportive throughout the day. I made 3 batches of soap with any ingredients I wanted to choose from her stores. It was great fun experimenting. I would recommend it to anyone interested in soap making."

5 Sep 16'

Willow Hearts reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"This half day workshop was suitable for people new to willow work and those with some experience. All successfully made a selection of 'Hearts' and dressed them with some lovely trimmings, which were available at no extra cost. Everyone had a lovely time, Beautiful lemon cake and tea was an extra treat."

5 Sep 16'

Helen reviewed: Bushcraft (for 8-13 yrs)

"A fantastic holiday club which my 10 year old daughter actively asks to go to which is not the case for many holiday activities! Inspiring staff, interesting and varied activities make for a truly great week. Miri wants to come back for s third year in 2017"

5 Sep 16'

Nikki Swarbrick reviewed: Bushcraft (for 8-13 yrs)

"Amazing!! My daughter has an Anxiety Disorder, and this is one of the places she truly relaxes in. All the leaders (especially Chris) are fantastic, and it's brilliant value for money. They come back dirty, tired and happy! 10/10"