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Maureen reviewed: Fascinator Hat millinery workshop

"Had a wonderful time making fascinators for an upcoming wedding. We really appreciated the instructors flexibility, allowing us to impart our own creativity on our pieces, resulting in perfectly unique pieces. "

Lou Rattray reviewed: Silver Ring Making Workshop

"What a fabulous experience and off the beaten track made it all the more wonderful! Darren is laid back, cool, patient and very very talented. Never did I think I would actually be able to make a ring of my choice in the time but there was lots of support and interaction all the way through. Cool as...."

Libby reviewed: Spoon carving in the woods

"Me and my partner had a fantastic time on the spoon carving course! The lovely Suz was a great teacher and we were really happy with what me made. It was a lovely spot in the woods with tea and coffee made over the wood fire. Highly recommend :) "

Richard Davis reviewed: Chicken wire sculpture workshop with Lynne Littler Sculpture

"We enjoyed our chicken wire sculpture course with lynne. We really weren’t sure we’d be able to make anything resembling a chicken or pig but by the end of the day we were both surprised and very happy with what we’d been helped to achieve. Great to share the experience with other complete novices. I’d encourage anyone to give it a try."

Lynne Littler Sculpture responded:

"Thanks Richard it was a fun day and so pleased you enjoyed it and your pig and chicken were fab - hope to see you both on another course soon thanks Lynne"

Linda Robinson reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"My son really enjoyed this course, he was well instructed and came away with a wonderful piece, this was a birthday gift for him, thank you, lovely environment to work in too. He’s keen to return!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Linda, so glad James enjoyed the course. Best wishes Miranda"

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

"Had a wonderful day. Made a fantastic glass hanging. Met some lovely women. Taught by a great guy. Who could ask for more? "

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Faye, Many thanks! Best wishes Paul"

Emma Harries reviewed: Coffee Table/Bench Making in the Woods - Beginner Green Woodworking course

"I made a bench! From having no knowledge, to being able to actually make a workable piece of furniture, is amazing! There was constant attentive tuition, in a lovely setting, gorgeous food and I met some lovely people. It is quite physically demanding however so be prepared!"

Helen reviewed: Mosaic Bird Bath Workshop

"Great workshop. Absorbing but relaxed, with scope to be creative."

Stu reviewed: Make Sea Glass Jewellery In Silver (Cornwall) - Ring/Pendant or Earrings

"I arranged this for my mom's 70th birthday and she loved it! "A fabulous experience, unique. Jo very easy to get on with, obviously very talented and able to share her knowledge and expertise in an easy manner with clear instructions. Very encouraging with positive feedback - just what a learner needs! Great little workshop, well equipped. And after all that I went home very happy wearing my very own unique seaglass ring and special memories of a great day. Many thanks x""

Joelle Poulos responded:

"Aww I'm so glad your mum enjoyed her workshop, was an absolute pleasure to teach her!"

Shannon reviewed: SAORI weaving taster session

"Very good experience. Had loads of fun. It's really nice to take home something, feeling proud that you made it."

Bill Jenkins reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"What a great day, the course was excellent, run by Simon, an extremely patient and very knowledgeable tutor. All aspects of the course itinerary were explained in full detail with plenty of time for additional questions as necessary. The day was full but relaxed, the lunch was excellent and Simon couldn’t have been more accommodating. The 1-2-1 format was very useful allowing full focus on the participant skill levels. Can’t recommend this course high enough and will definitely look to return for a follow up course."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Bill, Thanks for a lovely, heartfelt review. Great to meet you and looking forward to seeing you again. —Simon"

Mr Jon Redworth reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"Thoroughly enjoyed this informative and practical stone carving course. Everything needed was provided and the tuition was tailored to each participant according to need. Would definitely recommend."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Jon, glad you enjoyed the course. Best wishes, Miranda"

Andrew Field reviewed: Introduction to Woodturning - Full Day

"Thoroughly enjoyable day with attentive tuition and a really nice atmosphere. Rick made myself and the other student both feel highly supported and yet gave us choices and opportunities to really get productive. Learned so much -the time flew by-and yet the pace and structure of the day was ideal. Also a nice relaxed lunch and a very pleasant time in their company. Highly recommend this tutor and his workshop!"

Rick Dobney Woodturning responded:

"Thank you very much Andrew for your kind review, I'm delighted that you enjoyed your day with us and that the course met your requirements. Many thanks - Rick"

Ann reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"My daughter and I really enjoyed the session. Chris was very patient, answering lots of questions and clearly explaining all the processes. He was very encouraging and only helped when necessary. We love the baubles we made and have enjoyed telling others about the experience."

Angela Beech reviewed: Crochet Worshop - All levels at Tandem Crafts, Stourbridge

"Ann and her sister from Tandem crafts were welcoming and made us feel at ease from the minute we walked in the door. Only 2 of us to coach, at different levels. Myself a beginner and my sister needing more advice on how to follow a pattern. Ann was patient and excellent at teaching us the skills we needed. Will definitely be going back for another visit. "

Tandem Crafts responded:

"Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you both soon"

Nicola Human reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"What I considered would be impossible was, as it turned out, possible. With expert tuition, a guiding hand when needed, patience and a little help when my arthritis played up, I produced a lovely basket to keep logs in. And there was cake and endless cups of tea!"

Jo reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"My first experience of basket weaving was very enjoyable due to the very patient and friendly tutors, Becky and Johnny. Participants had a warm welcome, plenty of cuppas throughout the day, homemade goodies and great tuition....what more could you want? Would highly recommend 👌 "

Ruth reviewed: Mosaic Making in the Cotswolds - a fun day out

"My 13 year old proto-goth niece and I attended this course. We both loved it. We received a warm welcome with lots of tea and coffee. We shared the day with 4 others and quickly became like old friends gathered for a shared purpose. Jennie has an enormous wealth of knowledge and crafting resources. You almost feel daunted when you first start due to the sheer number of options. But with Jennie’s gentle nudges you find yourself making a mosaic (or two) that looks both professional yet uniquely yours. You are at work most of the time, with a break over lunch for drying time. But in the end my niece’s was truly a work of art, the other ladies’ ones were very pretty, mine something I will happily hang on my wall to remember the day I felt artistic :-). I am fairly sure I will book again and take friends with me. I strongly recommend. "

Jolly Super Things responded:

"Thank you so much for your wonderful words Ruth! So glad you both enjoyed the day, what a lovely group and great fun. "

Sara Gomes reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop - landscape pictures

"Thank you Pip for Sara’s course she was so excited when she finished and can’t wait to get started when Sara gets home…"

Pippaluk Crafts responded:

"So glad Sara enjoyed it, I did too."

Glyn reviewed: Cyanotype Prints - the fundamentals and more ...

"A brilliant hands-on day for a beginner! Judy is extremely knowledgeable and made sure we had every opportunity to experience as much cyano typing technique as possible. A really fun packed day full of information, full of hands-on, full of enjoyment with material to take home and precious experience gained from Judy. I thoroughly recommend the course if you can get on it! Judy is a genial and knowledgeable host who makes me very welcome and explains things in detail whilst not assuming any knowledge on your own part. I can thoroughly recommend her as a trainer and she makes great flapjacks."

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

"Thank you Glyn, it was a pleasure to work with you and I am so glad you enjoyed the day. Do share how you progress. Judy "

Stuart reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"We both really enjoyed our day with Kate and her husband. Very relaxing in lovely surroundings. Well worth a visit."

Vince reviewed: Cyanotype Prints - the fundamentals and more ...

"Very enjoyable day course, well supported by knowledgeable and encouraging tutor. I learnt the basics and Judy provided a takeaway pack with pre prepared papers which means we can put into practice what we learnt without investing in chemicals. I produced a variety of prints, some more successful than others. Day ended by producing a wet cyanotype print which was a fun, creative way to end the day."

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

"Thankyou! It was a pleasure to work with you Vince. Send me photos of your progress! Judy "

Pete Kerr reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners Day

"My wife and I booked onto this and had a thoroughly great time! Alex talked us through the various tasks and techniques and had a nice balance between letting us try things and providing support. We made a poker and fire rake, a couple of edgy bottle openers and some door hooks. It's a well set up forge with quality tools and equipment. I was a little worried that it would have been 'health and safety gone mad' but in the end it was very safe but allowing us to get on and make things. The things we managed to make were surprisingly complex for absolute beginners! Thoroughly recommend!"

Bob P reviewed: Wheel Throwing Workshop

"Course was for my wife’s birthday. She loved the course and Kate's approach to teaching. Overall a very enjoyable experience "

Orchard Grange Pottery responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review! I'm really pleased she enjoyed it and I'll get all the creations fired asap."

Shell & Graham reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"Really Enjoyed this Beginner’s Stone Carving Course today! John, himself a Master Stone Mason, was very knowledgeable and attentive. Neither my husband or I had any experience whatsoever in stone carving and were over the moon that our days achievements were very pleasing on the eye. Thank You John! We had a lovely day and will be purchasing some equipment of our own and having a go. Would defo recommend giving this course a go!!!"

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Hello Shell and Graham, many thanks for the feedback. I didn't mean to be a hard taskmaster, I will definitely suggest a small break in the afternoon. It is tiring. You both did brilliantly and took on many of the skills for carving your stones. Lettering is really the hardest technique to learn and you both should really be chuffed to what you achieved in such a short time. Looking forward to seeing them painted and in place. Kind regards John."