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Paul Frost reviewed: Custom Experience Day with Orchard Blacksmith

"Absolutely perfect. Shaun was a brilliant teacher. It was a fabulous informative and fun day, leaving me with lots of new skills and knowledge and wanting to learn more. Also an aching arm and good workout. I would highly recommend this course. "

Roger Boyles reviewed: Pole lathe turning taster day: bowl turning

"Fantastic course. Loved the woodland setting. Maurice and Jon were great hosts and very knowledgeable and helpful. We loved the pole lathes and both managed to make bowls that we are proud of. The promise of “Camping available “ might be better described as wild or rough camping available with little or no facilities. Otherwise we were very happy. Roger and Polly Boyles. "

Touch Wood responded:

"Thanks Roger and Polly, I’m glad you enjoyed your bowl turning day. I take note of your comments and will amend the description regarding camping so people know what to expect. Maurice "

Roy M reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Excellent - between Adrian and Andy's patient expertise and Debbie's cooking and baking this was a cracking day. I'm hoping to come back for more!"

Nikki F reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic day at the Forge with great company and delicious food too. As a total novice with anything over the size of tweezers I was amazed at the beautiful things I was able to make under Adrian's friendly and laid back tutorage. I was at how much my confidence with the process grew in just one day. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I would recommend this course to anyone and it makes an ideal gift for someone special who would like more irons in the fire! "

Paul reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Great friendly and inspiring tuition. A full day of interest including producing a great scarf on good equipment in a purpose built workroom, followed by meeting the Alpacas which had provided the beautiful yarn that we worked on the looms. A very good lunch broke up the day very nicely and we all completed our scarves in the afternoon. Lots of support and advice through the day helped to inspire my wife and I to want to do more weaving. We ended with the opportunity to purchase some beautiful items made by Caroline with wool from the Alpacas. Thanks for a lovely day."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

Jane reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you Alice for a really enjoyable day. It was so relaxing spending a whole day weaving. I am very pleased with the piece of weaving that I brought home with me. I am looking forward to doing more weaving."

Edward Lambert reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"I’m giving up my day job! A really rewarding experience, Lucy was a wonderful teacher with so much patience, skill, knowledge and enthusiasm. I can highly recommend her 3 day course, it’s just brilliant."

pauline reviewed: Beginners hand tool woodworking

"The woodworking course was really an immersive experience. Our tutor Andrew was very informative/ attentive and explained everything thro the course. Really worth doing this to get some basics of woodworking. Also the workshop is set in a beautiful location with amazing scenery makes it all worthwhile"

Leila Scrowston reviewed: Sew and Make a Kimono Jacket Ages 10 - 16 years Market Weighton

"Our daughter absolutely loved this course. The tutor is exceptional and as are the products and location -thank you for a wonderful experience. 🧡🧡🧡"

Catherine Webb reviewed: Make Your Own Silver Ring Jewellery Beginners Class

"Thank you Sarah for helping me with holding the silver ring. You are an excellent teacher and helping us with the processing of making a lovely ring. Thank you for the scones and cup of teas. I will definitely come again for a 6 weeks course. Thank you again. "

Geraldine Robinson reviewed: Sew and Make a Kimono Jacket Ages 10 - 16 years Market Weighton

"My daughter is really pleased with the jacket she made, excellent course, great venue and Holly is a patient and friendly instructor."

Vicky Buchanan reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop - Lantern

"This is the second course I've done with Rebecca and it was just as good as the first course. Love the relaxed atmosphere and freedom to be as creative as I wanted. Already booked to return for the Christmas workshop. "

Helen york reviewed: silk painting workshop

"This course was so enjoyable and relaxed The tutor was professional, friendly and supportive explaining all the methods and techniques with examples. I would encourage others to do it it’s one where you need to have a go to let the ideas flow"

Patricia Dimberline reviewed: Silk Scarf painting DIY kit

"Hi, yes the kit was nice but paints first of all no white, secondly brush isn’t a good one and thirdly the scarf is not as wide or long as expected to do a design on. I was disappointed."

Stephen reviewed: Traditional Blacksmith Experience Day

"I really enjoyed this day, Billy actually adapted this day to suit the participants and this is great . Always looking to make the day great and get everyone creating . Left with many things made myself and actually impressed with . Instruction is top notch , all steps are clear , and managed to execute on all various aspects of this course . Loved it , it’s a great day. Location is outdoors and perfect for not only the weather but for this type of experience to get out side and do stuff that’s fun, engaging and hands on. Will def be doing more forging "

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Awesome that you have come back so soon and once again had a thrilling day! you made some brilliant pieces that you should be very proud of, forging is not an easy thing and you have definitely got to grips with the craft, I hope you are able to use the BBQ skewers this summer!, they came out particularly well! I hope to see you again on another course soon - All the best - Billy "

Stephen reviewed: Blacksmiths knife forging course

"Really enjoyed this knife among course and is something I wanted to to do for a long time . The outdoors forge and environment make it ideal for getting out and doing something interesting and worth while. Instruction is excellent, able to follow and execute all steps with clarity, albeit taking many times longer than the master himself of course ;) "

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Hi Stephen! Glad you has such an enjoyable time, it was a pleasure having you in the forge and you are welcome back anytime! see you soon - Billy "

Alexandra Thomas reviewed: Mixed Media workshop with Clare Cosens

"Fantastic way to spend an afternoon. Really enjoyed it. Clare explained everything very well and helped us put our compositions together. Lots of materials to use and techniques leant "

Lee davey reviewed: Knife Making and Bladesmith Classes: Hand-Forged Viking Knife

"Such a great team and learning experience. Spencer passed on a lot of knowledge on blade smithing. Well structured day with time spent well. Knife making was very enjoyable. Just to say thank you to the team."

Jeff reviewed: Laser Craft - Beginner - 1 Day - One to One

"An excellent course, extremely well put together and run by Rachel. A lot of content is included in the course and it was all communicated in a way that helps the student to understand and confidently move forward. Great teacher."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much Jeff. Such kind comments. It was great to meet you. You picked it up so quickly and I can’t wait to see what you go on to do. Thanks again. All the very best. Rach "

Ashley Alder reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"My wife and I had a fantastic time making our glass baubles. Chris was a great teacher who went through all the steps and techniques required, he was also very patient and was there to help when required. Will probably book again to make other things along with the grandchildren. "

E. Catchpole reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Amazing experience. Ricky really looked after us and made sure that we came home with 4 at least reasonable pieces of glass each. Wonderful morning with a variety of techniques used."

Wendy reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners at Flourish

"Thoroughly enjoyed making my mosaic tile heart. The studio is a calm place to be creative. Jo was lovely and a great teacher. Thank you Jo. "

Flourish responded:

"Thank you for your kind words, Wendy. So happy you enjoyed yourself 🙏"

Brian Stiles reviewed: Welding with confidence

"Great course with lots of hands-on time welding. Great equipment to work with and good instruction from Nigel. a thoroughly enjoyable day, learning about a skill i will never master but my welding is 200% better than it was before attending"

Marilyn reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have made several pieces over the two years I've been taking classes with Kate. After an extremely cautious and hesitant start, well out of my comfort zone, I'm addicted! I can see my skills are slowly improving, but there's lots and lots of room for more. Now, what shall I make next term???????"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review."

Natalja reviewed: Needle Felting Pumpkin/Toadstool 🍄 Workshop

"Wonderful expierence! Realy enjoyed the course and lovely people company and looking forward to book more"

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Hi Natalja, thank you so much! I look forward to seeing you again soon x Caroline "