Latest reviews

18 Nov 12'

Mark Levis reviewed: Carve a Rocking Horse Head Course

"Highly recommended. I'd never done any woodcarving before and managed to leave with something that looked like a rocking horse head! Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere on the course and I liked the format of Tony demonstrating each stage before letting us loose to have a go ourselves. He provided as much or as little help as requested and at no stage was I ever made to feel like I was going to fail. I am determined to complete the full horse and have in fact now purchased the materials to do so. Go on, give it a go!!!"

17 Nov 12'

Pam and Helen reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"We are relatively inexperienced quilters who went on the course with an idea of what we wanted to learn. We were not disappointed as we had achieved our aims over the week and more. Lovely welcome from both Cherry and Dawn. Delicious lunches. Dawn's instruction was flexible and each of us within the group worked to our own level. We would recommend this week to anyone wishing to enjoy and learn valuable skills in an ideal environment. November 2012"

15 Nov 12'

Lorraine reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"I did this course in November 2012 and really enjoyed the whole week. I knew very little about patchwork and quilting and was bowled over by Dawn's knowledge. She was very flexible and allowed me to do what I needed to do rather than making me work to her programme. I learned a huge amount and am inspired to really have a go. Cherry was very welcoming and her lunches were delicious! There was a lovely atmosphere altogether with the students sometimes coming together (eg on the appliqué day) and sometimes working on their own. I thoroughly recommend the course and am hoping to repeat it myself!"

14 Nov 12'

Ruth Woodage reviewed: Candle making workshops

"A really interesting craft to try and there's lots to find out about the different waxes, wicks & types of candle - I never realised there was such a huge array! Anghharad does a fantastic job of explaining everything in a fun & interesting way - I can thoroughly recommend it."

14 Nov 12'

Karen Saunders reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Thanks Angharad for an interesting and fun evening, I learnt lots and came home with a few "homemade" (albeit Ruth's lovely home) Christmas pressies which look and smell lovely : )."

14 Nov 12'

Sally Rouse reviewed: Patchwork and quilting week with Dawn Cameron Dick

"I had a very enjoyable week with Cherry and Dawn. I was made very welcome and the lunches which Cherry provided were delicious. Dawn is, without doubt an excellent teacher but as I am an experienced quilter, I did not feel that I really got value for money as on two complete days, I just sewed on my own and had no tuition. I was happy with that in that I wanted to get on with my work, but on reflection I am not sure that paying for Dawn's input was a good idea. I was interested to see Dawn demonstrate her excellent technique Invisible Machine Appliqué so I did gain from having her available on that particular day. For someone wanting an intensive week of tuition, it is an excellent course."

14 Nov 12'

Cleopatra Browne reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Wow, this was wicked fun! I didn't realise there was soooooo much to know about candles, waxes etc and Angharad certainly knows her craft. An informative, interactive, creative and most of all fun evening had by all. In a very short space of time we had all made various types of candles, I was suprised at the quality of the outcome as i'm usually rubbish at this kind of thing. But the hand made candles I brought home are lovely. Thoroughly recommend Angharad and Wax the Matter for a creative and fun session of candle making and sillyness :)"

13 Nov 12'

Shayne Newlyn reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Angharad gave us a wonderful evening. It was great fun making the candles, hanging out with new people and taking home the lovely results. I thoroughly reccommend doing one of her workshops."

12 Nov 12'

Sue reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Excellent workshop. Clearly explained, lots of info about techniques and visiblw (burnable) results!"

12 Nov 12'

Maudie Hughes reviewed: Candle making workshops

"A thoroughly enjoyable evening, good fun and informative. I learnt about the different types of wax, and their suitability for different types of candles. Having had a go in the past but not done so recently I will now dig out my kit and have another go!"

12 Nov 12'

Karen Kildegaard reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Ann is a wonderful teacher and I went away very inspired.. even considering starting to make my own candles at home.. very informative.."

6 Nov 12'

Karen Radestock reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"Brilliant day, would love to do it again. Siobhan is an inspiring teacher. Very exciting waiting to see the final "works of art""

6 Nov 12'

Venetia Rowland reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"I had a fantastic time. Siobhan is a great tutor and gives you masses of confidence to do really amazing things......in glass. The day passes so quickly that you just want to go back again.. which I did! My husband loved the peices I made and one takes pride of place in our living room.....I made a glass landcape for his 50th Birthday present It was a great day and excellent value - please do it!"

6 Nov 12'

Dawn Trower reviewed: Silk painting workshops

"Bridget's workshops are a great way of learning about the art of silk painting - Bridge provides expert tuition, bags of inspiration and not forgetting a very tasty home cooked lunch! A day with Bridget is also a very sociable, friendly occasion where you can enjoy experimeting with colour and fabric with like-minded people."

5 Nov 12'

Ian Wilson reviewed: Carve a Rocking Horse Head Course

"Had an great time and learned quite a bit in the three days I was there and it was my first course on carving and I will def think of doing something else again soonish lol. Tony and the team made me very welcome and have no hesitations what so ever in recommending this course"

5 Nov 12'

Frank Jarvie reviewed: Carve a Rocking Horse Head Course

"An excellent course! Tony is a very talented wood carver and a very good teacher with a very relaxed stile. I was amazed at how well my "head" turned out, not having carved anything at all before. I would highly recommend this course. All members of the Rocking Horse Shop staff were very friendly and extremely helpful"

29 Oct 12'

Phil Bishop reviewed: Kiln formed glass day workshop

"Two of us came in May and we brought two others with us this time. A great day enjoyed by all and we produced so many items under Helen's care. Helen advises and comments on our designs when asked but at no time imposed her views on us. In this way we all retained ownership of our ideas. Can't wait to see the results! Cute cat and lots of tea and coffee. P, C, B and A"

11 Oct 12'

Carol Carter reviewed: Scarab Silver Clay Amulet

"Excellent Course, very informative. Tracey makes you feel so welcome, and she is very inspiring."

9 Oct 12'

Jannetta Sosin reviewed: Kiln formed glass day workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed the beginners class I took with Helen. She teaches in a relaxed manner. I learned the basics and was then able to use my own designs- under her instructions-to achieve exactly what I wanted."

8 Oct 12'

Nina Osborne reviewed: Kiln formed glass day workshop

"Helen is a great teacher and explains everything slowly and precisely. I learnt all the basics and enjoyed every second of my day course. I came away so excited to pick up the pieces we made and I wasn't disappointed when we did pick them up! Thoroughly recommend any classes that Helen teaches."

8 Oct 12'

Susannah Warr reviewed: Kiln formed glass day workshop

"Excellent day learning all about cutting, layering and shapes, using fritt and stringers. At the end of the day I had made a sun catcher, coaster and a number of pendents. Helen is an amazing teacher always positive and helpfull. I love fused glass and it all started with a course for Christmas from my husband with Helen Rose Glass. I can't speak highly enough of Helen and if you want to learn about glass Helen has a varied and full programme to offer."

8 Oct 12'

Jo Southall reviewed: Kiln formed glass day workshop

"Helen is a wonderful teacher, I've now been on two sessions with her and found both highly enjoyable and very productive! Helen was happy to help as much or as little as needed which meant you could be as independent and creative as possible, on both sessions me and my family managed to make a number of items which turned out very well especially considering I'd never worked with glass at all! 5 stars and I really do recommend Helen as a teacher! I'm already saving for my next session"

4 Oct 12'

Diane reviewed: Scarab Silver Clay Amulet

"I have done several very enjoyable classes with Tracy. Her knowledge in this subject is amazing and I was impressed by the degree of research she has carried out over the years - (ask her to show you her patinas) The studio is in a truly beautiful location, meaning you have no worries about parking or attending as a lone traveling woman. In addition to the clay techniques Tracy showed me some very useful shortcuts for the more traditional silversmithing work, saving me much time in my own studio work. Highly recommended."

2 Oct 12'

Gill reviewed: Scarab Silver Clay Amulet

"Ever since attending this Introductory Course I have been hooked, It's an amazing material and Tracey is an outstanding and inspirational guide to it. She is not only knowledgeable but combines this with the ability to support and develop your own ideas and skills with sensitivity. I have been a regular at Craftworx and my admiration for her teaching and her abilities as creative artist and craftswoman is high. Her own work is stunning The studio is a great place - well equipped, in a lovely location,with a friendly atmosphere and plenty of parking."

28 Sep 12'

Helen McWilliams reviewed: Scarab Silver Clay Amulet

"I have been on Tracey's introduction course and as a result I am hooked on Metal Clay. I have attend several of Tracey's ten week courses and also some of her other courses. Tracey is a great teacher, she encourages us students to move out of our comfort zone to try different techniques. The work that Tracey produces is amazing and is a source of inspiration for us students. The workshop is well equipped and is situated in a lovely setting. It is easy to get to by car."