Latest reviews

24 Aug 15'

Paula Bell reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

""Having recently attended the weekend 'Messenger bag' course I left feeling really inspired to do more leather work. The course was great; David and Jason were very patient, quality tools and materials were used, it was a small group so a nice pace and a relaxed easy going atmosphere. I would recommend this course to anyone who fancies a new challenge or hobby. Thank you Jason and David. I love my new bag and look forward to developing my skills at home ....plasters at the ready!""

24 Aug 15'

Cheryl Kellett reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

""Thanks so much for your fantastic course. Teaching was very patient and inspirational, and together with fabulous hospitality and a relaxed atmosphere, it really was a first class course. I woke up on Monday morning feeling genuinely sorry that I wouldn't be spending the day working with leather in your wonderful workshop. I can't wait to apply my newly learned skills and get started on another project""

24 Aug 15'

Martin Scriven reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Many many thanks for a fabulous experience. Great weekend, still smiling and haven't taken my bag off yet. Cannot fault the course: Venue, tuition, catering, atmosphere, pace and structure all spot on."

24 Aug 15'

FIona Ritchie reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

""The teaching was fantastic. David and Jason have the ability to teach a novice with such patience and enthusiasm, with endless ideas & tips. Location unique and wonderful coffee an added bonus.""

24 Aug 15'

Joseph Lee reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Thanks to you both for an amazing time over the last two days. I learnt so much about your craft and also even more about myself. Life changing might sound a bit strong, but yes I do think that those two days, the beautiful messenger bag you helped me make, and those skills are something that will remain with me."

24 Aug 15'

Adam L reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Thanks for the course. It was really cool, and a good atmosphere up there as well!"

24 Aug 15'

Nathan Hurley reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

""A truly unforgettable day with Jason in his wonderful workshop. Myself and my family learn't everything we could ever wish to know about leather, tooling, dying and stitching in what was a day that flew by as we were having so much fun. The knowledge, patience and enthusiasm from Jason was inspiring and we'll definitely be going back.""

24 Aug 15'

Fred Winstanley reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"The course was great, I had played around with leatherwork before, but wanted to learn how to do it properly. I certainly learned that’d was really impressed with the professional way in which the skills were taught."

24 Aug 15'

Kim reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"The weekend leather workshop for beginners was excellent. So much information was packed into two days and really gave me a feel for how to go forward working with leather. Bill was patient and informative and was happy and willing to go over any questions you had or discuss his experience in the industry. The two days flew by and were really enjoyable. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with an interest in leather craft for business or fun!"

24 Aug 15'

Andrew Airey reviewed: Powertex Fabric Sculpture workshop - Sheffield area Authorist Tutor

"Thoroughly enjoyed the taster course.Materials are fairly easy to work with, all processes explained in detail and the end result very satisfactory."

24 Aug 15'

Oscar Gray reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Another fantastic day! Thankyou to Nigel again. Looking forward to coming back."

23 Aug 15'

Kevin reviewed: A Longbow Experience

"An excellent course, from timber log to longbow in two days with lots of anecdotes and helpful tips."

21 Aug 15'

Tony Howe reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"I spent three days on the course at Fransham Forge and I cannot praise it enough. Nigel was an excellent teacher ensuring that safety was paramount he made me feel very welcome and I learnt a great deal. I made several useful objects learning several different skills as I did so. I was then able to manufacture something's of my own choosing and by the end I felt like I had lots of new knowledge and skills. I also enjoyed staying in the shepherds hug on site, it was well kitted out and cosy."

21 Aug 15'

Angela & Ron reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"We received a present of a two hour session with Maddie as a present from our son and daughter in law who had enjoyed a course last year. We had a fantastic time, first foray into crafting for my other half and something really different for me. Loved the pieces we made, Maddie was an excellent tutor and we plan to return next year to make something bigger. Highly recommended"

21 Aug 15'

Julienne McLean reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops in London

"Eva's glass workshops are simply wonderful. She is a superb, kind, patient, helpful and very knowledgeable glass teacher. I have been attending her workshops for around two years, and am thrilled to have made many beautiful glass icons under her expert guidance, and understanding, of design and materials. Highly recommended!"

20 Aug 15'

Peter J Moss reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I spent an excellent and very worthwhile day with Mark at his Pershore workshop. Having recently acquired a lathe, I needed instruction in all basic techniques. Mark is an excellent teacher - patient and thorough. The amount of information is considerable but the comprehensive course notes will be invaluable. Having done this 'crammer' course I feel a second day would be be very useful to hammer home (for me anyway) some of the primary tool handling techniques. I will be back to Mark in the near future."

20 Aug 15'

Nick Poole reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"Absolutely brilliant! My friend took me along for a birthday present and from having no experience at all, Gregory's brilliant, friendly and expert tuition had me turning out a half-decent product by the end of the afternoon. A new experience, some new skills, a very pleasant day and something tangible to show for it. Definitely recommended!"

20 Aug 15'

Ann Kennedy reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"The other reviews say it all! My husband and I spent a day and a half with Mark and had a great time coming away very proud of the bowls we had produced. Before the day I was a bit worried that this was a 'boy's' hobby and that I wouldn't have the strength needed but I was wrong. Mark is a very patient, thorough teacher who gives fantastic value for money - the day contained so much more than a standard training day."

20 Aug 15'

Paula Burns reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"As a complete novice, this was an extremely worthwhile two days spent learning the art of wood turning. It was a thorough and packed with useful advice and I was surprised at how much how much I learnt in such a short time. I wasn't expecting the items I made to come out so well and even my friends were impressed with them."

20 Aug 15'

Edwin Bowater reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"I did a two day beginner's course with my 12 year old son. We both had an excellent time. It was particularly pleasing that Greg made the course extremely hands-on, so that we were doing most of the work, rather than watching. We came out of the two day course with some lovely penguins, two spheres and two bowls! Definitely recommended"

19 Aug 15'

andrew read reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day, 1 person)

"One of the most memorable Sunday mornings I have ever had! Graham was an absolutely charming, humorous and welcoming host who allowed us to make a huge pile of wood shavings on his floor whilst simultaneously leading us on a path that led to our very own, turned and polished works of art. The atmosphere was so relaxing, it was like we were old friends who all had a love of wood turning, rather than two novices who barely knew what a lathe was. We never felt as if we were being taught or managed, we were merely gently guided and allowed to find our own way in this very hands-on experience. I cannot recommend this experience enough - it was simply lovely and wonderful, and both my wife and I are already planning when to return to see Graham and Chris again."

19 Aug 15'

Andy Leon reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"Greg is an excellent tutor - very knowledgable, patient and engaging. I would recommend his courses to anyone"

18 Aug 15'

Julia Sherlock reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"I attended a workship with Maddie whilst on holiday. She very kindly fitted me in at short notice and i had a wonderful few hours away from the family doing something just for me. Maddie was helpful, encouraging and knowledgable. The experience was fab and I found Maddie had a great approach of being on hand to help when needed but able to quietly let me just work my way through. I created a mirror which I am very pleased with, I didnt think I still had it in ne. So thanks Maddie...I loved it. ☺Julia."

18 Aug 15'

Shirley Dennis reviewed: no longer avable

"i have been to two Raku days at Janes and thoroughly enjoy every minute of it, it never fails to amaze me at the way Raku turns out , Jane is an Excellent teacher and makes every one so welcome , I also attend her weekly pottery classes witch are great I wouldn't miss any of it ."

18 Aug 15'

Andrew reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Recently completed a two day course which was purchased as a birthday present. Had a fantastic time, made all the better by Nigel 's friendliness and his knowledge of how to work the metal and tutoring style. After having made a poker and bottle opener I then managed to make a bird bath. Thoroughly enjoyed the two days and would recommend it to anyone."