Latest reviews

31 Jul 15'

Carol Crowden reviewed: Jewellery Summer School

"This was my fifth Summer School at Flux 'n Flame and it wont be my last! Thanks to Jesa and Al's patience and guidance I had my first attempts at tube setting and made two lovely bracelets and started on a third. Everyone was friendly and helpful and it is the highlight of my year."

31 Jul 15'

Stella Mackness reviewed: Jewellery Summer School

"I've just been to Flux n Flame for the fifth year running and it was just as magical as it was the first time! Jesa and Al have endless patience and are always at hand to give encouragement and advice. I've learnt loads of new things every time and always love my creations. It's my favourite week of the year, can't wait for summer school number six"

31 Jul 15'

Frances O'Leary reviewed: PickOne weekend weaving course

"I came to the weaving course for beginners with james in July. It was a fantastic weekend and James is a wonderful and very knowledgable teacher. The course is held in jame's personal studio in edinburgh and it is an amazing creative environment. James makes you feel right at home and with small classes, there is lots of one to one time. By the end of the weekend i felt as though i had learned a great deal and produced a piece of work I was very happy with. I would very much recommend this course if you are interested in learning to weave. I plan to return to do the 8 shaft course soon! Thanks again James! :D"

31 Jul 15'

PJM reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a cracking day. I had previously caught the smithing bug on the basic course, but it was great to produce something functional during this session. As ever, enormous patience demonstrated by our teacher Adrian, and again fabulous snacks and lunch provided by Debbie. I defy anyone with a Rhubarb-in-the-garden-shed view of the world not to delight in these courses."

31 Jul 15'

Jemma Batten reviewed: Jewellery Summer School

"Absolutely loved it!! Couldn't rate it highly enough, fantastic week!"

30 Jul 15'

Vivien Dent reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"Jane is a fantastic teacher and I thoroughly enjoyed my introduction to mosaic. I have come away with a piece that I am proud to display and would thoroughly recommend the course to others."

30 Jul 15'

Alison Hopkins reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"A very informative and practical two days. Greg has a wealth of experience and patience. I was thrilled with the pieces I made. Thank you."

30 Jul 15'

Kay reviewed: The Wax Flower Candle Workshop

"What an amazing way to spend a day. I can't believe that I actually made these beautiful flower candles. Great instructions given and was really fun. Thank you Sakeena."

30 Jul 15'

Carola reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Loved the class. Easy and learned a lot. Can't wait to make at home...and for a future business. Thank you!"

30 Jul 15'

Sharon reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Excellent course. So much clear and concise information in a fun learning environment. I can't wait to do more courses. Thank you."

30 Jul 15'

ash and john reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"thank you for a lovely day. ash really enjoyed his experience using the forge and all the tools. debbie and adrian are great hosts, very patient and encouraging people. lovely food, and plenty of it, great atmosphere and thanks to the friendly cheerful andy we came away with some goodies - a dragon coat rack and a key fob. would recommend this to anyone, it makes a memorable birthday gift, even as a spectator / responsible parent, an interesting day can be had."

30 Jul 15'

Ali Leather reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course for beginners in association with Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain

"Brilliant course + experience in general. Really welcoming, inspiring people. I'm definitely going to carry on walling, but would very much advise future course members to take warm layers + waterproofs... Anyone who showed up in jeans really suffered in the driving rain + wind of the sunday, but I was v.impressed that no-one chickened out 'cause of the weather. Such a satisfying craft. Thanks!"

29 Jul 15'

Yanina Mucha-Carling reviewed: Spinning Lesson

"I read Mia's reviews and they triggered me into contacting her. I was pleasantly surprised by her prompt response to my inquiry. And I was not disappointed when I attended a half day course with her. I found Mia to be attentive and patient with my queries. I enjoyed hearing about the construction of the fibres, what happens when the fibre is pulled, combed and carded; the various ways of spinning the fibres and then the plying of the fibres. I felt thoroughly inspired throughout my time with Mia. I also got to meet the alpacas and we even ate our lunch with them! What cuties they are! Mia also showed me how to care for my wheel, which I greatly appreciated. Finally, Mia offered support by e mail with any queries that I may have in the future. I want to go back for another course with Mia to learn a few more things about spinning and using fibres in other ways. I've had a great time and I will thoroughly recommend Mia to my friends who are interested in spinning. A BIG thank you Mia!"

29 Jul 15'

Christina Davies reviewed: Beginners Hand spinning - 'From fleece to fibre’ - at All in a Spin

"Thank you Dunja - I had a fab day yesterday. My yarn is lovely and dry now and I'm already wondering what to make with it. Oh, and my husband was actually impressed with the fact that I'd spun my own wool! So was I! A lovely inspirational day and well worth treating oneself too or gifting as a present. Thank you again for a lovely lunch - I meant to ask you for the recipe for the delicious apple cake. Hopefully see you at a Guild meeting soon. Christina"

29 Jul 15'

Andrea reviewed: Stained Glass Nuno Felted Scarves Online Class

"Had a fab day! Lena is very patient, creative and inspirational. Thank you, Lena! x"

29 Jul 15'

Ingrid Walker reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"Great day, wonderful teaching, Maddie was refreshingly happy to give tips and help with personal queries and information about buying materials."

29 Jul 15'

Rob Baker reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"I did a two day course with Alex and it was great fun! I made a candle stick holder and a rams head poker. Both were very interesting things to make and combined a number of different techniques. Alex's approach is to demonstrate a technique and then supervise while you to try it for yourself. This worked well as it means that the final item you end up with is completely your own work - from the initial design to the final finished piece. I learnt so much on both days and would love to go back in future. To top it off, my candle stick holder got full approval from the other half so it's made it to a prime location on top of the dining room table! Well chuffed! : )"

28 Jul 15'

Jo Brown reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"Elaine came to my home to teach myself and a friend since we both have health issues. Elaine was great, very patient and taught us fantastically. My friend had no previous experience of spinning and is now buying her own drop spindle as she got bitten by the spinning bug in a big way :) I already had a bit of experience with the spindle but was self taught, it was interesting to see how a professional does it. Elaine taught me to use my spinning wheel which I could not get set up correctly. Since then I have spun almost every night and even done some plying of my yarns. Elaine does a secondary/ intermediate course as well as beginners course. I am looking forward to going on her intermediate course in the future. If you live in the north of England or are holidaying there I cant recommend Elaine highly enough to teach you"

28 Jul 15'

James Roulston-Eldridge reviewed: Shoemaking Workshop

"An absolutely excellent workshop and now I have a brilliant pair of shoes to show for it. A great environment to learn and work in and pitched at the right pace to complete the shoes in one day but not feel rushed at the same time. This is a great course if you just love hand crafts or are a shoe fanatic. A great insight into how shoes are made and the skills needed to do so. Alison and Emily were great on the day and couldn't be more helpful. Well worth the money and I would definitely go back for the longer boot making course. Thank you for a wonderful experience."

28 Jul 15'

Glynis Hillier reviewed: Woodturning courses in Norfolk

"Most enjoyable course with excellent tuition (& lunch!). I came home with 2 lovely bowls and look forward to taking my wood turning skills further. Many thanks."

28 Jul 15'

Dorothy Spencer reviewed: Stained Glass Nuno Felted Scarves Online Class

"This was a craft new to me. Lena made us feel very welcome and is a brilliant teacher, very enthusiastic and skilled at her craft. I would advise anyone wanting to try felting to go to one of Lena's workshops."

27 Jul 15'

Matt W reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"All told, a really enjoyable day and one I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone regardless of age, experience or perceived ability. Everyone will take away a sense of achievement and something crafted in steel made by the strength of their own arm. This isn't a diluted demonstration day, but one of getting stuck in with fire, hammer and tongs. Adrian, Debbie and Andy's warm welcome, encouragement, guidance, good humour, patience and truly excellent home cooked food made for an unforgettable birthday treat. I hope to return one day for more of the same."

27 Jul 15'

Andrea Rogers reviewed: Anticlastic raising and basic foldforming. Flowers and leaves, jewellery course Leeds, West Yorkshire

"Teresa is a great tutor and offered lots of information. The class size was also great and gave lots of time and opportunity to ask questions and see every step Teresa was explaining. I would definitely recommend this course."

27 Jul 15'

Siobhan Renshaw reviewed: Make silver jewellery using precious metal clay or silver clay

"What a truly special experience our wedding ring making day with Toni was. Toni is very knowledgable teacher, able to communicate her expertise on this craft- in which neither myself or my partner had any experience, with clarity and simplicity. Very grateful for her guidance, reassurances, patience and numerous cups of tea and coffee! It made for a memorable and day for us both. A fun and affordable method of creating priceless rings!"

27 Jul 15'

Christine reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"Had a wonderful day. Really enjoyed making my spoon from scratch and learning how to use the tools to shape a lump of wood into a respectable spoon shape. Chris was really helpful and encouraging, offering alternative methods if I was struggling with any processes. I was completely absorbed all day, and am seriously considering trying it as a hobby at home. The setting was beautiful, the food just right and I left (clutching my spoon) feeling relaxed and happy. I thoroughly recommend this course. The surrounding countryside is really pretty, we stayed locally the night before and walked a few miles along the Kennet canal."