Latest reviews

Glen Norman reviewed: Two People - 6 hours Introduction to welding course

"Me and my son had a great day with Roger, we learnt arc and mig mostly, got to make some dragonfly sculptures to take home as well, Roger is a great teacher very patient and willing to give advice after the course if you need help buying a welder for yourself. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to try this skill out."

High Definition wire sculpture responded:

"Thank you Glen , glad you both enjoyed your day, please contact me by email if you need any help with any thing . Kind Regards Roger "

Neil Walton reviewed: Spoon carving and Whittling Day

"A super day of spoon carving with Colin and Sarah. A birthday gift from my son, we did the day at Harehope together. Excellent instruction from the start soon had us using the tools with a degree of confidence and really enjoying the process, the company and the surroundings. Colin and Sarah obviously have many years experience in teaching, guiding and gently steering you through the necessary processes in a very informative, safe and enjoyable way. They also have a lovely way of making the day quite meditative, relaxing and enriching. A lovely way to spend a day with my son and hopefully the start to another mindful and rewarding hobby in retirement."

The Wiggly Path Company responded:

"Thank you Neil We both had a splendid day with you and James and are glad you both had a nice time, it was lovely to work with you, as you both had an appreciation for what we are trying to accomplish at Harehope and an understanding of working with nature. You should both be very proud of the artefacts you created in the first few hours of your journey. We sincerely hope you take up this rewarding and additive hobby. Very best wishes Colin and Sarah "

Enfys reviewed: Women's Woodwork Workshop

"What a great day with Jess at Glanmedeni! Brilliant teacher, warm and generous with her time, skills, materials and instruction. ✔️ Fabulous location ✔️ Fabulous company ✔️ Fabulous end product ✔️ I would highly recommend this. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Glanmedeni Ltd responded:

"It was lovely meeting you both. Some amazing step stools made and the world put to rights over lunch! I thoroughly enjoyed the day and hope you'll come back again soon! xx"

Alan House reviewed: Blacksmithing course - spend a day in the forge

"I enjoyed the day and the experience of working in the forge. Richard has a free-style of teaching to your needs and was always available for advice or to demonstrate a technique. I had a few ideas of things I wanted to make and succeeded in the end. We had a group of four of us all making different things with the steel provided. There is plenty of space and tools to use. I now know something of the shades of orange! "

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"Good morning Alan, thank you for your kind review. It’s great that you felt you could explore your ideas and you were able to fulfil them. I’m really pleased that my skills can be passed on to others and you have certainly shown your ability and skill. Richard "

Tracey Frost reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"My sister bought me a course for Christmas and we attended today for a fabulous informative day with Elaine. Workshop in her beautiful garden - lots of choices in design and examples to choose from. Elaine was super helpful and very supportive to us two very “uncrafty” newbies to working with glass. With help we both came away with pieces of art that are beautiful and will continue to bring delight every time we look at then. Elaine’s hospitality was exemplary, even making us a cup of tea with our lunch and the cuddles with her very well behaved dogs was an added bonus - would recommend 100 % "

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Hi Tracey Thank you taking the time to review your day with me. Most people who come on this course are "newbies" to stained glass and I am always really pleased to see someone create their chosen project learning new techniques and leaving at the end of the workshop with something they will enjoy for years to come. These are skills which can be built on if you choose to do another workshop and with practice it does get easier. With Best Wishes Elaine"

W O reviewed: Botanical Casting Kit - Creative Ewe

"Great kit. I'm have given this kit for a birthday present I'm sure they are going to love it. Arrived quite quickly "

Lynne Shepherd reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"Really enjoyed this one day course. Helen was so friendly and welcoming and made everyone feel at ease even when they didn't have a clue (me). With her tuition and guidance I was so proud to come away with a beautiful stone carving. Thankyou"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thanks I'm pleased you enjoyed the day!"

Sarah reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Excellent day. Paul is extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and patient. Well equipped studio. Inspiring materials and good fun. Catered for with lunch and refreshments too. Good value for money. Highly recommended 😊"

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Sarah, lovely to meet you! Best wishes Paul"

Tracy reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making Workshop

"I had a lovely time learning several new skills and making a beautiful ring. As a side note the tea and cake were also great"

Jewellery By Julie responded:

"I had a lovely time chatting to you. Thank you Julie"

Clare reviewed: Watercolour and drawing courses

"A wonderful experience with an accomplished watercolourist. Rachel was welcoming and knowledgeable; enabling the learner and sharing her joy of art. Her garden studio provided the perfect space to explore techniques and gain confidence. "

Watercolour and drawing responded:

"Thankyou Clare, it was lovely to meet you and paint together...I hope you are proud of your finished piece!"

Michael reviewed: Beginners Woodturning

"Good day and an enjoyable experience... As a complete novice, Roger showed me the ropes and helped me along the way to making a very nice and professional looking bowl... Seeing a square of wood turn into a smooth, shiny bowl that is now decorating my home was really satisfying... Cups of tea and a refreshing sandwich lunch provided... I would recommend Roger and his courses for beginner and experienced turners alike... "

harj reviewed: Acrylic Canvas Painting Experience Girl in the Moon

"What's a great way to spend an evening, Heather is a great teacher, the atmosphere was inviting and the evening was really good fun. I'm very pleased with my painting, it's my first time painting with acyclic on canvas and it's given me the confidence to try the same techniques myself. Thank you Heather"

For all the small things responded:

"I’m so thrilled you enjoyed your evening - your painting was incredible, I’m so pleased with everyone’s! I’ve made a reel on instagram and Facebook, don’t forget to check it out! Hope to see you at another event soon xxx"

Sue reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Absolutely brilliant day. Interesting and fun. Learned lots of new skills thanks to John’s patient tuition. Would highly recommend. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review. We are very happy you enjoyed the workshop and shall let John know too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Sally fox reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"Purchased for my partners Christmas present and Brother in laws 80th birthday present. They had a fantastic fun and informative day and thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. Chris is lovely and a great teacher. Would thoroughly recommend this experience 👌 👍 "

Liz May reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"An excellent course. Mark is a brilliant teacher and I learnt a great deal about wood carving and the tools required. I will try to give it a go on my own now! "

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Liz Thank you for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the day. Mark"

Andrew Dolan reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"What an amazing day! Jake is the most perfect teacher you could ask for. He brings a great energy, skill and expertise that sets you at ease and guides you to feel confident and create a spectacular bowl. I would recommend to anyone considering doing this but might be nervous to book with Jake, you are in safe hands and he will walk you through the whole experience. Love the bowl, the pen and the exceptional day. "

Sasha reviewed: Lampwork Beadmaking Half day Taster Class For Two

"What a lovely day! My daughter & I booked a half day to make some beads with Ruth. We both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. With absolutely no prior glass bead making experience we came away with a small number of really beautiful, fully formed, extremely precious beads! Ruth was wonderfully patient, very welcoming and gave great instruction. I've followed up this half day of lampwork with a full day just for myself..."

Kalypso Glass responded:

"Thank you Sasha, glad to hear you enjoyed your day and will look forward to seeing you again soon. "

Joy reviewed: Drop Spindle Hand Spinning Taster Workshop

"I had a wonderful time learning the drop spindle. Theresa is really knowledgeable and was able to quickly see where improvements could be made (and also dealt with having a left-hander!) By the end of the session, I'd not just spun a thread, but been shown how to ply two pieces together and now have a very respectable little length of wool for my weaving projects! (Also, thank you, Theresa, for the gift bag of wool and spindle - I've been keeping up my practice!)"

The Spinning Barn responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your day and glad to hear that you are still spinning on your spindle. Keep up the good work. Theresa x"

Kate reviewed: Half-day Saori Weaving Experience

"Thank you Nicola, this is a fantastic introduction to Saori weaving. Nicola creates a warm and relaxed environment and offered great guidance. We went as a group of five friends we all really enjoyed the session, and all left happily with successful individual pieces. I highly recommend."

Peter reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich

"A very worthwhile course with expert guidance while allowing me to feel comfortable with my choices. Relaxed warm surroundings with wide range of materials available. A positive experience. "

Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş responded:

"Thank you Peter. "

Evie reviewed: Swans - Adult Beginners / Improvers Needle Felting workshop

"Natalie was a friendly, patient, and really pastoral teacher with all attendees. The class had a lovely feel, everyone was made to feel very welcome. The objective of the class was made clear from the start with an demo of what we were making in the centre of the table. The steps involved were explained cumulatively and Natalie was so careful to stress that everyone should go at their own rate. Also, needless (or should I see needleless!) to say that felting involves lots of sharp pointy objects. The health and safety was explained really clearly. "

Jane Marsh reviewed: Crocheting - Beginner - 2 Day - One to One

"Absolutely first class course with great "kit bag" for the new crocheter and brilliant follow up materials. Lovely peaceful learning environment too. Rachel is a very patient and articulate tutor. "

Ruth reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket Making for Beginners/Improvers - Day Course at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden, Kent

"This was a very rewarding day and as someone who feels they have no natural talent or skill, I came away with a beautiful basket and new skills, so a great success! And that was thanks to Marianne, our calm, kind and knowledgeable course leader. The Cowshed Workshop is an inspiring space being absolutely in the middle of nowhere, beautifully decorated and there was plentiful tea, coffee, fruit and cake to enjoy all day long - as well as the gorgeous roaming animals that drift in and out. All in all, a delightful day 😊"

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you very much for your super 5-star review, Ruth! You deserve 5 stars as well, as I think you've got the creative vibe in your fingers and have an intuitive way of learning. I hope you'll go and explore what else you may not be aware of you've got in you. It's always amazing how one thing leads to another and before you know it, you're a craftsperson yourself! Look forward to seeing you and your friend back again, perhaps to weave some plant supports or lampshade!"

David R Boden reviewed: Two leather long stitch journals in a day

"Lynne is absolutely brilliant. Patient, warm, engaging and takes time to make you feel at ease and explains how to make the books in an easy to understand way. I could not recommend this course more highly. I came away energised, ready to make more books and keen to do her intermediate course."

Lynne Friel responded:

"Thank you David for your kind words. I really enjoyed the day and it's great watching people take away the journals they've worked so hard at. Using the rather special buttons that you brought made your journals very much your own. Hope to see you again in the future. Best wishes Lynne"

Susan Marshall reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"Absolutely brilliant afternoon doing fused glass. Julie was patient and full of helpful ideas. Lovely warm setting "

Julies Handcrafted Glass responded:

"Thank you glad you enjoyed yourselves . I had fun too . "